AI companies’ training data use draws focus in Irish privacy report
( September 29, 2026, 13:09 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: AI companies’ legal grounds for using personal data to train models and their transparency about that use are key concerns in an Irish privacy watchdog report. In a report dated Sept. 25, the Data Protection Commission drew on its supervision of about 180 AI products and services from 2021 to 2025. Most engagements resulted in recommendations, but the regulator said it can intervene urgently if risks remain insufficiently addressed.Statement follows. The report is attached. ...
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