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EDPS TechSonar

Annual horizon scan of emerging technologies and their likely data-protection implications.

VerifiedBrussels, BelgiumIntergovernmental foresight units

At a glance

Type
Intergovernmental foresight units
Parent organisation
European Data Protection Supervisor
Based in
Brussels, Belgium
Futures focus
Dedicated futures unit or programme
Regions covered
EU
Languages
EN
Latest dated output seen
2025-11-24

What it works on

TechnologyGovernance and policy

Services

Horizon scanningReportsTrends

Recent outputs

Official website: edps.europa.eu/data-protection/technology-monitoring/techsonar_en

Questions about EDPS TechSonar

What is EDPS TechSonar?

Annual horizon scan of emerging technologies and their likely data-protection implications.

Where is EDPS TechSonar based?

EDPS TechSonar is based in Brussels, Belgium.

What does EDPS TechSonar focus on?

Its futures work covers technology, governance and policy. Typical outputs include horizon scanning.

Which organisations do similar work to EDPS TechSonar?

Organisations doing similar work include Panel for the Future of Science and Technology (STOA), JRC Competence Centre on Foresight (CCFOR), ENISA Cybersecurity Foresight. The 311 Institute advises boards and leadership teams worldwide on emerging technologies, megatrends and the future of their industries.

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