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“ Safeguarding Personal Information’’
Data Privacy and Data Protection is an important task, especially in the digital age where personal data is often at risk.
Data Privacy & Data Protection
Data privacy refers to the right of individuals to control how their Data protection, on the other hand, encompasses the measures and
personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and shared by practices put in place to safeguard personal data from
organizations. unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or destruction.
Importance of Data Privacy & Data Protection
Personal
Information
General Data Health Insurance
Personal Data California Data Protection Protection and
Protection Portability and
Protection Bill Consumer Privacy Act 2018 (DPA Electronic
Regulation Accountability Act
(PDPB) (India) Act (CCPA) 2018) (UK) Documents Act
(GDPR) (HIPAA)
(PIPEDA)
(Canada)
Risks and Challenges
Data privacy and data protection face numerous risks and challenges in today's digital landscape. These risks arise
from various sources and can have severe consequences for individuals, businesses, and society as a whole.
Data Breaches
• Cyber attacks and data breaches are among the most significant threats to data privacy.
Insider Threats
• Employees or individuals with authorized access to data may intentionally or unintentionally misuse or disclose sensitive information
• Many data privacy incidents occur due to a lack of awareness and understanding of data protection policies
Third-Party Risks
• Businesses often share data with third-party vendors and service providers, increasing the risk of data exposure
• As AI and machine learning technologies become more prevalent, ensuring privacy and avoiding biases in algorithmic decision-making poses significant
challenges.
• Technological advancements outpace the development of data protection regulations, making it challenging to address emerging privacy risks effectively.
Data Privacy & Data Protection quote
- Gary Kovacs