Contribution to the legal debate on the Digital Omnibus, the GDPR and Artificial Intelligence
An article entitled “Quo Vadis Digital Omnibus: Innovation and Simplification, or Deregulation?” was published in Issue 4/2025 of the legal journal Technology & Communications Law Review (DITE).
The article is co-authored by Eleftherios Chelioudakis, Attorney at Law, LLM, PhD Candidate at the University of the Aegean and associate of our firm, and Lilian Mitrou, Professor at the University of the Aegean.
Digital Omnibus, GDPR and the AI Act
The article examines the recent legislative initiative of the European Commission concerning the Digital Omnibus, through which the Commission seeks to introduce horizontal amendments to key pieces of EU legislation governing new technologies, data protection and Artificial Intelligence.
The analysis focuses, in particular, on the proposed amendments to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive and the AI Act, as well as their potential impact on the coherence of EU law and the protection of fundamental rights.
Innovation, simplification and the protection of rights
Particular emphasis is placed on issues such as the definition of personal data, pseudonymisation, the processing of special categories of personal data in the context of the development and operation of Artificial Intelligence systems, access to terminal equipment, and the search for a new balance between innovation, regulatory simplification and legal safeguards.
The publication highlights the importance of systematic academic and professional engagement with developments in European technology law. In an environment where businesses, organisations and professionals are required to adapt to constantly evolving regulatory requirements, understanding changes in data protection law and Artificial Intelligence regulation is of significant practical and strategic importance.
Our firm’s approach
The participation of a member of our firm in this academic contribution reflects our consistent focus on complex legal issues involving technology, regulatory compliance, data protection and emerging forms of business risk.
It also reflects our commitment to actively monitoring European regulatory developments affecting businesses, technology and the protection of rights.
The article by Eleftherios Chelioudakis is included in Issue 4/2025 of Technology & Communications Law Review (DITE) and is available (in Greek) here.
See also other articles by Eleftherios Chelioudakis:
Disclaimer: This publication is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Professional legal guidance should always be sought before acting on any information contained herein.