Navigating GDPR Reform: The Draghi Report's Impact and Essential Considerations

A report released in September 2024 by Mario Draghi, former Italian Prime Minister and European Central Bank President, at the behest of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, has sparked considerable interest. This report advocates for reforms to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Draghi's recommendations have ignited debate regarding the necessity of significant GDPR changes, particularly to enhance the EU's standing as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI). To uphold fundamental rights, preserve legal certainty, and ensure robust data protection, any proposed reforms must be evidence-based, focused, transparent, and aligned with EU values.