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Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten (IMY)

Swedish data protection authority

imy.se
Headquarters
Stockholm, Sweden
Company type
Government agency
Number of employees
150–200

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Latest news about Integritetsskyddsmyndigheten (IMY)

In short: IMY addressed a significant surge in data breaches, focused on AI regulation in the public sector, and imposed a $6 million fine on Sportadmin.

Company announcements

  • IMY

    IMY reports data breach against Canvas

    Instructure was subjected to a breach with leaked personal data for many, including Swedish students. IMY has received 51 reports. Be vigilant against frauds.

  • IMY

    IMY initiates supervision against Region Gävleborg's AI-transcription

    The review checks security measures and organization according to GDPR. It includes on-site inspection and the AI model's stability.

  • IMY

    EDPB issues guidelines on personal data in research

    The guidelines clarify GDPR provisions for research purposes, including scientific purposes, data storage and participants' rights. They are out for consultation until 25 June.

  • IMY

    The government proposes expanded budget allocation to IMY for AI missions

    The allocation of 1 million kronor prepares IMY for supervision of AI systems, including in crime prevention, ahead of the AI regulation's entry into force.

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Media coverage

  • Aktuell Säkerhet

    IMY publishes guidance on new EU rules for political advertising - Current Security

    The Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY) has published new guidance on the EU rules that apply to political advertising online. The guidance is coming ahead of the next Swedish election campaign, which will be...

  • Svenska Dagbladet

    Meta is required to respond about recordings of Swedes

    Meta is called to a meeting at the authority that protects Swedes' privacy after GP's and SvD's revelations about Meta's smart glasses. Now the authority, IMY, demands answers about...

  • Dagens Juridik

    IMY: Record number of personal data incidents in 2025

    In 2025, the number of reported personal data incidents increased sharply, by 90 percent, compared to the previous year. This is evident from the annual report that the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY) has now submitted to...

  • SVT Nyheter

    Sports admin has to pay six million after hacker attack

    The company Sportadmin has to pay a sanction fee of six million kronor after the hacker attack in January last year. According to the Integrity Protection Authority (IMY), Sportadmin's all too deficient...

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