EU privacy watchdogs tackle surge in AI-driven GDPR complaints
By Flore Coin-Deleau ( February 6, 2026, 10:47 GMT | Comment) -- Data protection authorities across Europe and EU bodies flagged a considerable increase in data protection complaints in 2025, marking a record year for many. Authorities believe this may be driven by the widespread use of artificial intelligence tools. An umbrella group of privacy regulators will discuss the growing problem at a meeting next week.Data protection authorities across Europe and EU bodies flagged a considerable increase in data protection complaints in 2025, marking a record year for many. Authorities believe this may be driven by the widespread use of artificial intelligence tools....
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