Recognizing the complexities of the digital regulatory landscape, the EDPB will also cooperate with non-data protection regulators to tackle legal and practical challenges in cross-sectoral cases.

EDPB Chair Anu Talus emphasized the importance of integrating fundamental rights into digital transformation, asserting that this alignment with European values will ultimately strengthen the digital economy.

This Statement is particularly focused on simplifying GDPR compliance for micro, small, and medium-sized organizations, while also promoting consistency and cross-regulatory cooperation across Europe.

On July 1-2, 2025, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) convened in Helsinki for a high-level meeting where they adopted a significant Statement aimed at enhancing clarity and support for GDPR compliance.

As part of their initiative, the EDPB plans to enhance dialogue with stakeholders, encouraging proactive engagement to identify areas needing support and addressing inconsistencies in GDPR application.

To assist organizations in navigating GDPR requirements, the EDPB will provide practical resources, including a common data breach notification template, checklists, how-tos, and FAQs.

The EDPB is committed to ensuring a consistent interpretation and enforcement of GDPR by aligning national and EDPB guidance and developing common practices and tools.