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How to implement the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

IBM Big Data Hub

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the European Union’s landmark data privacy law, took effect in 2018. Even the world’s biggest businesses are not free from GDPR woes. Many businesses find it hard to implement GDPR requirements because the law is not only complex but also leaves a lot up to discretion.

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GDPR for small business: the ultimate guide

IT Governance

What is the GDPR? First, the UK has implemented the UK DPA (Data Protection Act) 2018 , which adopts the GDPR into national law. Second, if you process EU residents’ personal data, the GDPR still applies. There is also a special category of personal data devoted to sensitive information. A quick overview.

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UK ICO Releases Draft Direct Marketing Code of Practice for Public Consultation

Data Matters

On 8 January 2020, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office ( ICO ) published a draft Direct Marketing Code of Practice ( Draft Code ) for public consultation. The Draft Code is intended to update existing guidance published pre-GDPR and provide clarity on certain important issues.

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The Digital Markets Act Is Almost Here: 10 Things to Know About the EU’s New Rules for Big Tech

Data Matters

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) will impose a stringent regulatory regime on large online platforms (so-called “gatekeepers”) and give the European Commission (Commission) new enforcement powers, including an ability to impose severe fines and remedies for noncompliance. Designation Process. Interplay with other regulatory frameworks.

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Why risk assessments are essential for GDPR compliance

IT Governance

Any organisation that’s required to comply with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) must conduct regular risk assessments. However, the GDPR is clear that data is also vulnerable to accidental or unlawful destruction, loss or disclosure. The GDPR risk assessment methodology. Get started with vsRisk.

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Australia Privacy Act review – a blueprint for change?

DLA Piper Privacy Matters

Authors: Sarah Birkett , Nicholas Boyle The Australian Attorney-General has published the (long-awaited) results of the Privacy Act review. The report recommends a number of changes to the Australian privacy framework, including various changes to Australia’s core privacy legislation, the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

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California Enacts Broad Privacy Laws Modeled on GDPR

Data Matters

Jerry Brown signed into law the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (AB 375). This legislation was enacted on an extraordinarily accelerated timeframe as part of compromise with the sponsor of a comparable privacy ballot initiative, which had qualified to be placed before state voters on Election Day in November 2018.

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