Statutory Obsolescence in the Age of Innovation: A Few Thoughts about GDPR

This article examines the problem of statutory obsolescence in the regulation of rapidly evolving technologies, with a focus on GDPR and generative Al. It shows how core GDPR provisions onlawfulprocessing, accuracy, and erasure prove difficult-if notimpossible-to apply to AI systems, generating legal uncertainty and divergent national enforcement. The analysis highlights how comprehensive, principle-based instruments can quickly become inadequate in fast-moving technological domains. Drawing lessons from the GDPR, the article reflects on the need for more adaptive, flexible, and responsive regulatory approaches in the technologicalage.