This is the new MLex platform. Existing customers should continue to use the existing MLex platform until migrated.
For any queries, please contact Customer Services or your Account Manager. Dismiss

EU data watchdogs back AI Act simplification but warn against weakening safeguards

( January 21, 2026, 13:17 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: EU data protection authorities have cautiously endorsed the European Commission’s plan to streamline implementation of the AI Act, while warning that proposed changes risk undermining accountability and fundamental rights if taken too far. In a joint opinion adopted on Tuesday, the European Data Protection Board and the European Data Protection Supervisor support easing administrative burdens and boosting innovation, but oppose moves such as loosening registration requirements for high-risk AI systems and broadening the use of sensitive personal data without tighter safeguards.The press release follows. The joint opinion is attached....

Prepare for tomorrow’s regulatory change, today

MLex identifies risk to business wherever it emerges, with specialist reporters across the globe providing exclusive news and deep-dive analysis on the proposals, probes, enforcement actions and rulings that matter to your organization and clients, now and in the longer term.


Know what others in the room don’t, with features including:

  • Daily newsletters for Antitrust, M&A, Trade, Data Privacy & Security, Technology, AI and more
  • Custom alerts on specific filters including geographies, industries, topics and companies to suit your practice needs
  • Predictive analysis from expert journalists across North America, the UK and Europe, Latin America and Asia-Pacific
  • Curated case files bringing together news, analysis and source documents in a single timeline

Experience MLex today with a 14-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

Already a subscriber? Click here to login

Documents

Related Sections