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
Based on the 2004 APEC Privacy Framework, the APEC Cross Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) system was developed to build consumer, business and regulator trust in cross border flows of personal information. Hear how this system can benefit the Asian regulators, business and most importantly, protect consumers. 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
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
The evolution of Australian legislation around the issue of privacy and data protection continues to gain momentum. Peter Leonard, a Partner at Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers in Sydney leads us through some of the developments that are affecting these important issues in Australia. 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
As personal data protection continue to challenge companies it is becoming apparent that the commissions and other structures that police these issues have become impatient with organisations that are not complying with recommendations. For the first time those companies which have suffered a data breach and been found not in compliance are feeling the wrath of governing bodies. Read More
