Article in Confilegal: "75% of Spaniards fear for the security of their personal information in the hands of public and private entities"

On March 24, 2025, Confilegal published a report on a study conducted by Herbert Smith Freehills in which I participated as director of the Digital Law practice in Spain.

The survey, conducted among 500 people over the age of 18, reveals widespread concern in our country: 75% of Spaniards fear for the security of their personal information in the hands of public and private entities. In addition, 96% demand greater control over their data and clearer privacy policies, while 70% are reluctant to have their information used to train artificial intelligence systems.

In the article, I highlighted the importance of taking personal responsibility for protecting information: "To the extent that we use digital technologies with full awareness and interest, we must simultaneously take personal responsibility for protecting our information using the necessary tools at our disposal."

I also emphasized the need for simpler and more transparent privacy policies: "If policymakers and regulators standardized and simplified privacy policies, it would make them easier for society to understand and be aware of. Multi-page policies or lengthy audio recordings are too likely to be ignored."

The study confirms the urgent need to strengthen digital trust through transparency, education, and shared responsibility among citizens, businesses, and regulators.

Read the full report here: https://confilegal.com/20250324-el-75-de-los-espanoles-teme-por-la-seguridad-de-su-informacion-personal-en-manos-de-entidades-publicas-y-privadas/