Dutch Minister Confirms Amsterdam Police Drones Lack AI Image Recognition for Traffic Enforcement

EFF Criticizes Google for Pushing AI Tools on Schools

The Electronic Frontier Foundation has sharply criticized Google for attempting to force AI tools on U.S. schools by linking access to Google Search with acceptance of its Gemini AI. After public backlash, Google reversed the requirement, allowing schools to continue using Search without mandatory Gemini integration. However, the EFF argues that the broader strategy of embedding AI into core services still pressures educational institutions into adopting generative AI. The organization calls for an easy way to disable AI-generated answers in Search without requiring user login, a feature already offered by DuckDuckGo and Brave. Many schools remain deeply embedded in the Google ecosystem despite privacy concerns, making migration to alternative providers difficult. The EFF maintains that decisions about AI use in classrooms should rest with schools, not with a dominant technology provider.

Dutch Government Expands Data Collection on Demonstrators, Human Rights Body Warns

The Netherlands Institute for Human Rights has warned that Dutch authorities are collecting increasing amounts of personal information about demonstrations and participants. This practice risks deterring citizens from joining protests or engaging in public debate. The data gathered can include names, addresses, political or religious views, and even social media details requested by municipalities. The institute notes that such monitoring puts human rights under pressure and may create a cycle of distrust between organizers and government agencies. Recommendations include limiting personal data collection, improving transparency of information processing, and avoiding measures that discourage public participation. Most demonstrations proceed without incident, yet overly broad surveillance could still discourage civic engagement.

PUODO Fines Poznań Logistics University PLN 64,652 for Inadequate GDPR Risk Analysis

The Polish data protection authority PUODO has imposed a fine of 64,652 zł on Wyższa Szkoła Logistyki w Poznaniu for failing to conduct proper risk assessments and implement sufficient technical and organizational measures under GDPR. The violation came to light after a staff member accidentally shared a file containing personal data of 964 students via the university's online deanery platform. The file was accessed by 125 out of 388 authorized users and downloaded 361 times. PUODO found that the university's risk analysis ignored risks such as accidental data disclosure, even after the incident occurred. The authority also referenced a prior high-profile case involving ING Bank Śląski, which received an 18.4 million zł fine later upheld by the courts. The university was ordered to update its processing operations to minimize data protection risks. President Mirosław Wróblewski emphasized the need for accountability and confidentiality in handling student records.