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April 25, 2025

EU-US data transfers uncertainties: How an EU-based analytics platform can improve your marketing performance

European digital marketers are facing unprecedented levels of disruption. Increasing regulatory scrutiny and growing doubts about the legality of EU-US data transfers demand an urgent reassessment of your tech stack. In the very near future, relying on US-based analytics and consent platforms will expose your organization to operational, legal, and financial risks that can no…
April 23, 2025

HIPAA, marketing and advertising: How to run compliant campaigns in healthcare

Healthcare organizations deal with tons of sensitive information concerning people’s health. It needs to be handled with proper care. In the US, safe parameters for using this kind of data in different contexts, including marketing, are set by HIPAA. Unfortunately, many companies are still unaware of the provisions of the law and the potential consequences…
March 19, 2025

Norwegian DPA warns against EU-US data transfers – what it means for your website analytics

If your company relies on Google Analytics or other US-based analytics tools, you may soon be putting your data compliance at risk. In February 2025, Norway’s Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet) issued new guidance on data transfers to the United States, highlighting growing concerns about the legal framework supporting these transfers – the EU-US Data Transfer…
February 25, 2025

25 years of digital analytics with Brian Clifton: The real challenge for the future is to make sense of data

Organizations are becoming more and more aware of data-driven strategies, so understanding the complexities surrounding data quality, privacy, and technological advancements becomes crucial for their future success. They also need to rely on new tools, often supported by AI, to adapt to changes in the digital analytics field. Dive into the fourth and final episode…
February 20, 2025

Is Google Analytics HIPAA-compliant?

If you use Google Analytics or similar software, you’re likely already optimizing your website to serve your customers better. But what about Google Analytics and HIPAA compliance? In short – if you’re a HIPAA-covered entity, using GA4 puts you at serious risk of a HIPAA breach. Google states that Google Analytics doesn’t satisfy HIPAA requirements. And…
February 19, 2025

Everything you need to know about the New York Health Information Privacy Act (NYHIPA)

On January 22, 2025, the New York Assembly passed Senate Bill S929, also known as the New York Health Information Privacy Act (NYHIPA). The bill now awaits Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature. The new legislation adopts novel provisions that would make this one of the most stringent privacy laws in the US. It introduces an expansive…
February 5, 2025

Navigating the Norwegian E-Com Act 2025: How it Impacts Web Analytics and What Steps You Should Take

The Norwegian Electronic Communications Act, commonly known as the E-Com Act, is a fundamental legislation governing electronic communications targeting Norwegian audiences. As of January 1, 2025, significant amendments have been introduced, particularly concerning cookie guidelines and user data collection. These changes aim to enhance user privacy and align Norway’s regulations with broader European standards, such…
January 27, 2025

Customer Data Platform is now available for all Piwik PRO users

The Core plan for Piwik PRO Analytics Suite now includes a Customer Data Platform (CDP). Our CDP is designed for businesses of all sizes, offering the opportunity to explore its capabilities without any initial investment and the flexibility to grow alongside your business needs. With Piwik PRO Core, you can use an all-in-one integrated data…
January 27, 2025

Unlock the power of customer data: A Piwik PRO data activation playbook

Discover our data activation playbook and learn how to make your customer data work for you with Piwik PRO’s Customer Data Platform (CDP). Explore real-life use cases crafted by industry experts, including Juliana Jackson, Arpit Choudhury, Glenn Vanderlinden, and Michał Idziak, and see how to apply customer data to drive personalized experiences and effective marketing…
January 23, 2025

Server-side tagging use cases: How can you benefit from data stream consolidation

Data stream consolidation is one of the key features of server-side tagging. It involves taking one incoming data stream, such as GA4, Piwik PRO, Stape, or others, and distributing it to many outputs. Instead of sending the same event to different vendors – for example, when a customer adds an item to a cart –…