Digital & Technology
EU Watchdog Warns of "Shadow AI" Data Breach Risks
The European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) has issued a warning on the security risks of "Shadow AI," where employees use AI tools without company approval. The watchdog stated that feeding sensitive corporate or personal data into unauthorized AI platforms creates a high risk of serious data breaches. The EDPS is advising all EU organizations to establish clear internal policies and train staff on the data protection dangers of unapproved AI. The warning comes as the use of generative AI tools becomes more widespread in workplaces.
Unapproved use of AI tools at work poses a major data breach risk, warns the EU's data protection body.