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New General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Fining Methodology Guidelines — Impact ...
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Fusion42 · 6 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has released new guidelines setting a five-step methodology to decide when to impose fines under the GDPR, emphasising intent or negligence as a requirement and providing clearer criteria for minor infringements and the interaction with other corrective measures. These guidelines aim to harmonise GDPR enforcement across EU member states and affect any data controller or processor operating in Europe.
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 face a clearer and stricter test to avoid GDPR fines because the EDPB now requires proof of intent or negligence, raising the bar for your compliance programme. Start reviewing your breach reporting and internal controls now to reduce the risk of costly penalties under these harmonised EU rules.
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5 sources · first reported 23 Sep 2026 · latest 16 Oct 2026
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