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EDPB Publishes Guidelines on GDPR Fines and Other Corrective Powers for Public Consultation
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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has published guidelines for public consultation on applying administrative fines alongside other corrective powers under the EU GDPR, introducing a five-step approach for supervisory authorities to decide on fines based on the nature of the infringement and other corrective measures available.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Regtech, and 5 sources have reported it between 23 Sep 2026 and 16 Oct 2026.
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You must update your compliance processes to reflect this new EDPB methodology for GDPR fines, focusing on mitigating actions before investigations begin to reduce exposure. The clear link between fines and corrective powers means managing risks proactively can now shape your regulatory outcomes.
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5 sources · first reported 23 Sep 2026 · latest 16 Oct 2026
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