Data protection policy

Effective from 25 May 2018

1. Scope of this policy

The purpose of this policy is to set out the terms and conditions under which aiMotive Informatikai Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság, a global provider of vision-first self-driving technology as data controller may process the personal information of individuals in connection with its research and development activities, including the development and testing of artificial intelligence based applications (hereinafter: AI) in connection with autonomous car systems including, without limitation, aiDrive, aiSim and aiWare.

Furthermore, this policy applies to the processing (e.g. recording, collection) of personal information by aiMotive’s branch offices located in the USA and Japan in a way that personal data collected by these entities is sent to Hungary and processed by aiMotive.

This policy contains information on

• the contact details of aiMotive as data controller as well as its data protection officer;
• the purpose of the data processing as well as the applicable legal basis for the processing, including a description of aiMotive’s related legitimate interests;
• the recipients to which the processed data may be forwarded including information on the applicable guarantees in cases when the data are transferred outside the EU;
• the storage periods for the processed data;
• the rights of the individuals in relation to the data processing;
• the remedies available to the individuals in relation to the data processing;
• other organizational measures adopted by aiMotive in order to ensure compliance with privacy regulations.

2. Introduction

aiMotive utilizes artificial intelligence, simulation and supporting hardware architectures for a safe autonomous driving experience.

One of the greatest challenges of self-driving is the complex environments of urban areas. aiMotive’s technology provides a solution for high-speed autonomous driving and is growing into a robust autopilot that handles all challenges of highway driving. Powered by artificial intelligence, the system predicts the actions of those around it to provide a smooth and safe experience. Utilizing the power of computer vision, it provides a global autonomous experience. Unique solutions allow cameras to be supported by several secondary sensors, resulting in a safe self-driving solution prepared for any environment, climate and driving culture.

aiMotive uses technology designed to recreate real-world situations and create unique scenarios to ensure the safe development of autonomous vehicle technology. Incorporating advanced software engineering, artificial intelligence, simulation testing and public road tests, aiMotive’s self-driving technology matures quickly and efficiently.

3. Compliance with applicable privacy regulations

The development and testing of aiMotive’s products involves processing (including recording and marking) pictures and/or videos taken in realistic environments to supply the AI with information enabling the improvement of software systems designed to control the movement of vehicles.

The recording of such material is made using multiple cameras installed on test vehicles operated by aiMotive.

aiMotive’s activity is primarily not aimed at processing personal data. However, test drives involve the recording of images and/or videos which entail that it is practically inevitable that certain information relating to individuals (such as their image or license plate information) is processed. In the light of the above, aiMotive is dedicated to protecting privacy and personal data and strives to put in place necessary measures for this purpose.

4. Data processing principles

Before starting the processing of personal data, it must be carefully assessed whether the processing is necessary. Personal data must be processed only if the purpose cannot be realized in another way with less impact on the data subjects.

aimotive shall process personal data lawfully, fairly and transparently. Collection of personal data can only be performed for specific, clear and legal purposes. aiMotive shall avoid all data processing that cannot be adjusted to the purpose related to the personal data in question and shall delete all personal data if the purpose of data processing has ceased.

aiMotive shall ensure that the personal data is in compliance with the purposes of processing during the entire term of processing, and the extent of processing is restricted to the necessary extent.

5. Legal basis of data processing

For the purposes set out in section 8 of this policy, aiMotive collects and processes the information from and about individuals. The legal basis is the legitimate interests pursued by aiMotive under sections of the GDPR.

6. Details of the data controller and its data protection officer

• Name: aiMotive Informatikai Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
• Seat: 1025 Budapest, Szépvölgyi út 22.
• Company reg. no.: 01-09-208015
• Telephone no.: +36 1 770 7234
• Website: www.aimotive.com
• E-mail: info@aimotive.com
• Primary contact: Head of Legal Department

The data protection officer:

• Name: Dr. Farkas Gábor
• Telephone no.: +36 (20) 988 4272
• E-mail: dpo@aimotive.com

8. Purpose of data processing

Within the scope of its activity aiMotive may process data for the following purposes:

• development, testing and demonstration of AI applications;
• improvement of AI and software to enhance efficiency and safety of autonomous driving systems.

9. AI Input Data

aiMotive may process the following AI Input Data in connection with its activities:

• Location;
• GPS coordinates;
• Time and date;
• Image of individuals;
• Information appearing on vehicles’ license plates.

10. Source of information collected

aimotive collects the personal data directly using its own equipment and personnel.

16. Rights of data subjects

Individuals affected have the right:

• to obtain confirmation as to whether or not their personal data is being processed;
• to have inaccurate personal data rectified;
• to obtain the erasure of personal data without undue delay;
• to restrict processing under certain conditions;
• to object to the processing of their personal data.

Individuals may submit their requests to aiMotive via e-mail or mail.

19. Personal data breaches

aiMotive shall report any personal data breach to the supervisory authority without undue delay; if the breach poses risks to the rights and freedoms of data subjects, they will be informed immediately.