Data Protection
Quantum computing: a new horizon for the data economy, privacy and cybersecurity
The advent of the quantum computing era is set to revolutionize the data economy, privacy and cybersecurity. As with all revolutions, it will bring both significant opportunities and also challenges. Although in view of its technical complexity the subject may seem remote, advances in quantum computing concern society as a whole, and professionals in particular, across all areas of the technology industry, including, of course, the legal profession.Data Economy, Privacy and Cybersecurity Newsletter - July 2026
In this newsletter we featured two articles: one on quantum computing and its impact on the data economy, privacy, and cybersecurity, and another on personal data regulation in Colombia. We also covered the latest developments, regulatory updates, and court decisions relating to the data economy, privacy, and cybersecurity.Personal data regulation in Colombia: strengthening the enforcement regime and regulatory outlook
Colombia strengthens its data protection framework: tougher penalties, new requirements for AI, fintech and cybersecurity, measures to combat identity theft, and a more proactive authority. Businesses face greater data transparency, oversight and governance obligations in 2026.Evolution of person data rules in Peru: Implementation of the new regulations, administrative action and legislation forecasts
Data protection rules have evolved at a particularly vigorous pace over recent years in Peru, fueled by a strengthened regulatory framework (driven by the entry into force of the new Regulations for the Data Protection Law) and increasingly active and technical oversight by the Peruvian data protection authority.Data Economy, Privacy and Cybersecurity Newsletter - April 2026
In this newsletter, we offer the latest updates on everything related to the data economy, privacy, and cybersecurity. We cover the most recent rulings from relevant authorities and agencies, key court decisions, and the most important news in this field.The Supreme Court sets the scope of the concept of "processing" and requires compliance with the principles of the GDPR from the request for personal data
The Supreme Court issues a landmark ruling laying down case law in relation to the GDPR: a mere request for personal data constitutes data ‘processing’ for the purposes of the GDPR. The judgment stems from a cassation appeal brought by the AEPD, with Garrigues acting as legal counsel.g-digital, Garrigues’ digital business division, rounds off 2025 with new digital trust products and increases its eIDAS offering
With solutions designed to be integrated into all types of real-world client processes (evidence, signature, storage and certified notifications), it is gearing up for a 2026 marked by the entry into force of the European Digital Identity (EUDI) Wallet and the new compliance challenges faced by businessesEU pushes for a profound reshaping of the digital economy in 2026 with proposed changes to legislation governing AI, data and platforms
2026 brings a raft of reforms that will redefine AI, privacy and digital markets in the EU. The regulatory agenda is shifting towards greater transparency, greater oversight and new obligations for platforms, technology providers and companies that process data or rely on digital services. It will be a pivotal year in terms of anticipating risks, adapting processes and strengthening corporate digital strategies.Data Economy, Privacy and Cybersecurity Newsletter - February 2026
In this newsletter, we offer the latest updates on everything related to the data economy, privacy, and cybersecurity. We cover the most recent rulings from relevant authorities and agencies, key court decisions, and the most important news in this field.