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    Rubén Lahiguera

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    Rubén is a data protection and intellectual property lawyer, with experience in compliance and digital privacy

    Throughout his career, he has led regulatory compliance projects, audits, Gap Analysis and other initiatives related to privacy and new technologies, integrating aspects related to the protection of intellectual and industrial property into his practice. His advice also extends to the impact of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, the development of new applications and digital services, with special attention to those aimed at minors and vulnerable groups.

    In addition to his professional practice, Rubén regularly collaborates in the drafting of articles and news articles in specialised digital media. He combines his work as a lawyer with teaching

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    • Privacidad y Protección de Datos
    • Tecnología, Medios y Telecomunicaciones
    • Tecnología

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    Reports
    28 July 2026
    Data Protection Officer (DPO): Chile and Spain

    A comparative analysis of the regulation, functions and requirements of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) in Chile and Spain, highlighting their strategic role in governance and compliance in the field of personal data protection.

    Reports
    22 April 2026
    Fine imposed on the Trilema Foundation for publishing images without consent

    The AEPD has fined the Trilema Foundation €6,000 for publishing images of a minor and their mother on social media without valid consent and for failing to comply with the principle of data retention limits.

    Reports
    22 April 2026
    Sanction imposed on an educational institution for using Google Workspace for Education

    The Spanish Agency for Data Protection (AEPD) has fined an educational institution for several violations of data protection regulations.