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Latest data protection news and updates from Switzerland. AI-curated articles covering data protection topics.
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New rules taking effect in September include changes to data-protection oversight in Bern and public-sector pay measures in Basel City. A practical guide should identify who is affected, what changes immediately and how the reforms fit into Switzerland’s cantonal legal system.
12 days ago · 2 sources
digital identity
Switzerland will begin issuing biometric identity cards in November, with chips containing a facial image and two fingerprints. Existing non-biometric cards will remain valid, while the reform is intended to reduce misuse and preserve Swiss citizens’ ability to travel within the European Union.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
cybersecurity
A ransomware attack on the Radix health foundation has affected federal administration data, raising concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities in government-connected organizations.
SWI swissinfo.ch
