Joris Deene
In recent years, especially in 2022, the European Union has been very active in producing cybersecurity regulations. By doing so, the EU aims to improve the cyber resilience of its member states, residents and...
Can the Markets Court overturn a GBA decision on procedural grounds?
The Markets Court is a specific chamber at the Brussels Court of Appeal where appeals can be made against decisions of the Data Protection Authority (GBA) The Markets Court can review decisions of the GBA...
Can the government have a Facebook page?
Government agencies are increasingly active on social media. For example, they often have their own Facebook page on which communications and press releases happen with the goal of informing citizens and the media. Meta...
How can an architect prove that his work is protected by copyright?
Architects have come under fire in recent months during tax audits. Like many other authors, architects are taking advantage of the favorable personal tax regime that can be used...
What is the legal framework for use of facial recognition technology?
Joris Deene spoke at a study day organized by meemoo as part of the FAME project on the legal rules to consider when facial recognition technology is used in the...
Is there a Template for a DPIA?
When certain processing of personal data poses a high risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals, Article 35 of the General Regulation requires a controller to...
Can an AI system be the inventor of a patent?
When applying for a patent (patent), the name of an inventor must be mentioned - mandatorily - (see Art. XI.16 Code of Economic Law or Art. 81 of the European Patent Convention). The EPO ...
Is a software reseller a commercial agent?
Software manufacturers often rely on so-called 'resellers' to distribute their software. Parties then enter into a "reseller agreement" (sometimes also "partner...
Do vloggers and influencers have to follow certain rules?
On December 14, 2021, the Flemish Media Regulator (VRM) published a so-called Content Creator Protocol. This protocol is the result of the implementation of the European Audiovisual Services Directive in the...
May I keep biometric data on individuals?
The use of biometrics has been on the rise recently. In particular, access control for buildings or devices is increasingly done through facial recognition or fingerprints. The General ...
Can heirs access the deceased's digital accounts?
No one wants to experience it, but unfortunately everyone encounters it at some point in their lives: the death of a loved one, such as a family member or partner. Today, everyone has at least one or more...
What reuse rules apply to research data?
Joris Deene spoke at the TTO Flanders event () about the impact of the new regulations on reuse of public sector information on research data and the interplay with intellectual property rights. To which...
May surveillance cameras be placed in the common areas of an apartment building?
As a resident or apartment owner, you may be wondering if surveillance cameras can be placed in the common areas of your building. With the increasing importance of security and...
Does sending an accusation by email to 1 person constitute slander and defamation?
Can sending 1 e-mail to 1 person with accusations about another person be enough to constitute slander and defamation? This is what the Court of Cassation ruled on in a Sept. 15 judgment,...
May I use photos I find online?
An often asked question is whether photos that can be found online (think the Internet or social media) can be used freely. As always, the legal answer needs nuances, but...
GDPR. What about the Belgian Privacy Act?
That the GDPR (also called - in Dutch - AVG) came into force on May 25, 2018, throughout the European Union, is by now known to almost everyone who is concerned with privacy within the company...
Will Longchamp's Le Pliage handbag now be protected or not?
In recent years, Belgian judges have frequently had to rule on whether or not Longchamp's famous Le Pliage handbag is protected by copyright. After all, there is only...
Is a painting created by artificial intelligence protected by copyright?
Auction house Christe recently announced to auction for the first time an artwork created by Artificial Intelligence (AI). The work in question is a painting showing a certain Edmond Belamy being...
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