Ubiquitous computing, offshoring, and connected databases make most personal data available almost anywhere in the world. However, laws and standards lag behind technology. Are we prepared to address the personal data issues of the future? Read More
Is it possible for organizations to demonstrate legal compliance obligations through existing privacy management programs and accountability documentation? Learn how organizations are attempting to map the activities in their internal privacy management programs to applicable laws and accountability mechanisms. Read More
The Act on the Protection of Personal Information was enacted in 2003. What does it entail and how is it enforced? What are the recent movements to the act? And why? What is the "My Number System" and what are the related impact on business in Japan? Read More
South Korea has had a difficult run of data security breaches. The country has stepped up its data privacy regulation and is backed by extensive enforcement measures. What is the basic structure, its key features and enforcement measures? What are the recent changes and their implications? Read More
The question of data privacy has become one that is shaping the business world of the 21st century. With many technologies advancing in leaps and bounds – as well as the increasing importance of ‘The Internet of Things’ the appointment of a professional Data Protection Officer to ensure legal and mandatory compliance has become a business imperative. We look at how failure to appoint such professionals who can operate at all levels of an organisation can be a costly mistake – not only in terms of revenue – but also in terms of customer trust. Read More
In this article, we examine how regulators in Asia are mandating the appointment of Data Protection Officers and how these appointees form only one part of a team that must be tasked with not only ensuring the integrity of data, but also in responding to breaches of security. We also touch on the consequences of team members not familiarising themselves with their individual roles and responsibilities. Read More
Indonesia boasts one of the fastest growing economies in South East Asia. However, rapid growth has not been followed by robust development on the regulatory side, particularly in the case of specific rules regarding personal data protection. Authors Zacky Zainal Husein and Andin Aditya Rahman argue that clear definitions are paramount in setting the tone of any regulations, including Indonesia’s upcoming personal data protection rules. The article discusses how “personal data” is defined in the draft rules and the potential implications of sectoral regulation. Read More
Like Superman draws his power from the sun, the cloud imbues organisations with remarkable power and flexibility. But how should organisations wield such power effectively to protect their users and data, especially in light of data protection regulations? Matthias Yeo, APAC CTO of Blue Coat, shares the top 3 tenets of adopting a cloud strategy so you can be the hero, not the villain. Read More
Following the Malaysia Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), the Personal Data Protection Standards 2015 sets out the "minimum" standards to be observed. Read More
The General Data Protection Regulation is the first comprehensive overhaul of European Union data protection rules in 20 years. This two-part article will examine the GDPR’s impact on businesses in Asia, with a focus on territorial scope, controller and processor obligations, and international data transfers. Read More
