A Comprehensive Look at Data Privacy
Learn the basics on Data Privacy, protected information, current and proposed regulations, and data breach best practices.
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Chinese Regulations on International Data Transfer
It has become increasingly significant for companies to keep abreast of data compliance trends to comply with data compliance-related policies and regulations in China. With the start of 2023, reviewing the regulations related to data transfer released in China over the last year is essential. These regulations may impact multinational companies investing in China and companies involved in cross-border business.
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Data Processing Addendums for California
Earlier this month [January 2020], the California Consumer Privacy Act became effective with many companies scrambling to become compliant with the law. While there are many ambiguities in the law and the California Attorney General is still finalizing his draft regulations, companies are continuing to create their legal frameworks to comply with the law nonetheless. Part of this…
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The Benefits of the GDPR Two Years In
The General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”), promulgated by the EuropeanCommission, was adopted in April 2016 and became effective in May 2018. Rarelymentioned with positivity in the past two years, the GDPR standardizes dataprotection laws across the European Union and applies to companies located outsideof the EU that offer goods or services or are monitoring…
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Post-Brexit: International Data Transfers and the GDPR
As sovereign trade deals hang in the balance amid ongoing Brexit talks, Software-as-a-Service (“SaaS”) businesses are preparing for the end of the Brexit transition period regarding the international transfer of personal data. The transition period allows the UK to remain in both the EU customs union and single market otherwise allowing it to continue pre-Brexit until December 31, 2020 when the transition period ends, and the UK is no longer a part of the EU. When the UK ceases to be a part of the EU, international data transfer anxiety will start to kick in and be reflected in ordinary SaaS agreements.
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Will 2021 Be the Year of Digital Asset Adoption?
The digital asset market, which is currently valued at $2 trillion, has presented a variety of regulatory obstacles and blurred lines. However, as the market continues to gain momentum and commercial recognition, so does the push for defined regulation and classification in the U.S..
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A Look at the GDPR Three Years In
The General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”), promulgated by the European Commission, was adopted in April 2016 and became effective in May 2018. Last year, we provided an update discussing the second-year benefits for companies and trends for the US following the enactment of the GDPR.
This year, we will take a look at current EU-US compliance issues, and US regulations following the adoption of GDPR.
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International Data Transfers: New SCCs and Recommendations
The European Commission issued two new sets of standard contractual clauses. Click here to learn about how these changes may impact your business.
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Website Terms and Conditions, Why Do I Need Them?
Three Ways The Most Boring Page on Your Website Offers Critical Protection Although web professionals spend almost no time on it, website terms and conditions govern the relationship between your company (or the entity running the website) and visitors, users and customers. So, as a founder, this page shouldn’t be ignored. Depending on the type…
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Data Privacy in 2021 – A Look at the Stats
Welcome to the age of Data Privacy. Are your data processing agreements and privacy policies compliant with current regulations? We can help you develop sound policies and procedures that instill trust in your consumer base and garner respect from vendors. Our data privacy legal team is led by a designated Certified Information Privacy Professional, United…
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