FD Legal advises businesses on data protection, privacy and the legal issues arising from the use of AI and emerging technologies. The practice assists businesses with GDPR compliance, data processing arrangements, contractual requirements and AI-related legal considerations.

Legal advice on data protection, privacy and the use of artificial intelligence

Data Protection & AI Law

GDPR & Data Protection

FD Legal advises businesses on their obligations under the GDPR and applicable Maltese data protection legislation.

  • GDPR compliance

  • Data protection obligations

  • Controller and processor analysis

  • Data protection policies

  • Data processing arrangements

  • Data-sharing arrangements

  • Data retention considerations

  • Data protection risk analysis

Data Processing Agreements

Businesses frequently rely on third-party service providers to process personal data. FD Legal advises on the contractual arrangements governing these relationships.

  • Data Processing Agreements

  • Controller-to-controller arrangements

  • Controller-to-processor arrangements

  • Processor obligations

  • Sub-processor arrangements

  • Data security provisions

  • Data breach provisions

  • Allocation of data protection responsibilities

FD Legal assists businesses with privacy documentation concerning the collection, use and disclosure of personal data.

Privacy Policies & Notices

  • Privacy policies

  • Privacy notices

  • Website privacy documentation

  • Employee privacy notices

  • Customer privacy documentation

  • Cookie-related documentation

  • Data collection disclosures

  • Transparency requirements

International Data Transfers

Cross-border data flows can raise additional legal and contractual requirements. FD Legal advises businesses on the legal considerations applicable to international transfers of personal data.

  • International data transfers

  • Standard Contractual Clauses

  • Transfer risk considerations

  • Data transfer arrangements

  • Third-country processing

  • International outsourcing

  • Contractual safeguards

AI & Data Protection

  • AI-related data processing

  • Use of third-party AI providers

  • Personal data and AI systems

  • Confidentiality and data-use considerations

  • AI-related contractual arrangements

  • Data protection risk assessment

  • AI governance considerations

The use of artificial intelligence can involve significant data protection and privacy considerations. FD Legal advises businesses on the legal issues arising from the use of AI systems and AI service providers.

AI Governance & Regulation

Businesses using or developing AI systems may need to consider a range of regulatory, contractual and governance requirements. FD Legal advises on the legal considerations arising from the implementation and use of AI.

  • AI governance frameworks

  • AI-related policies

  • AI regulatory considerations

  • Responsibilities of businesses using AI

  • Third-party AI providers

  • AI procurement arrangements

  • Risk allocation

  • Contractual safeguards

Technology & Data Contracts

Data protection obligations frequently form part of wider technology and commercial arrangements. FD Legal advises on integrating appropriate data protection provisions into technology contracts.

  • Technology agreements

  • SaaS agreements

  • Software agreements

  • Cloud service agreements

  • Data processing provisions

  • Confidentiality provisions

  • Information security requirements

  • Liability and indemnity provisions

Data Protection & Digital Businesses

Digital businesses often rely heavily on personal data and technology. FD Legal advises businesses on the legal considerations arising from their digital operations and data-driven business models.

  • Digital business models

  • Online platforms

  • Customer data

  • Employee data

  • Data-driven services

  • Digital products

  • Third-party technology providers

  • Data protection considerations for emerging businesses

Discuss a Data Protection or AI Matter

If your business is dealing with personal data, implementing AI or reviewing its technology and data arrangements, FD Legal can discuss the relevant legal and regulatory considerations.