TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, is expected to receive a fine of more than €500 million for illegally transferring European user data to China. The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) is preparing to impose the fine after its investigation found that the company violated the European Union’s strict data privacy laws, known as the General Data […]
The European Union (EU) is preparing to scale back its well-known data privacy law, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The European Commission, which creates and enforces EU laws, plans to present a proposal in the coming weeks to make GDPR easier for businesses to follow. This is part of a broader effort by Commission […]
India’s push for data localization is shaking up the tech industry. The government urges companies to set up data storage in the country. This will ensure a “resilient internet” capable of withstanding global disruptions. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) makes this infrastructure even more crucial. S. Krishnan, Secretary at MeitY, highlighted the need for […]
March 29, 2025 – Nishaj Infosolutions, a leader in compliance and cybersecurity solutions, has launched its Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) services, providing organizations with a structured, end-to-end approach to navigating data privacy regulations and enhancing security measures. As global and regional data protection laws such as the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) in […]
Noida, India – March 21, 2025 – Multisoft Systems, a leader in professional training and certification, is proud to offer the Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) training. Furthermore, this program’s design targets professionals seeking enhanced expertise in data privacy, ensuring compliance with global standards and the addressing of growing data security challenges. Why CDPSE […]
OpenAI has responded to ANI’s allegations that its ChatGPT software reproduces content verbatim from ANI’s articles. During a hearing in the Delhi High Court, OpenAI’s lawyer, Senior Advocate Amit Sibal, argued that the model avoids verbatim reproduction. He stated that ChatGPT’s advanced capabilities make such reproduction impossible. “If OpenAI’s model regurgitated content, it would defeat […]
The introduction of the APAAR ID (Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry) has stirred controversy in India. Marketed as a tool to streamline student records, APAAR’s true nature may not be as voluntary as it seems. The Union Government insists that it is a voluntary system, but the reality is that students can’t even obtain an […]
Bangalore, India – April 1, 2025 – Data Safeguard India has officially launched ID-PRIVACY, an AI-powered Comprehensive Privacy Management Platform designed to ensure seamless compliance with India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act. This innovative platform is set to redefine how businesses navigate India’s evolving data privacy landscape while enhancing operational efficiency, trust, and brand […]
Co-founder Bastian Greshake Tzovaras confirmed that openSNP, the popular open-source platform for genetic data, will shut down and delete all of its data by the end of April. The decision comes amid growing concerns regarding data privacy, the collapse of 23andMe, and the increasing rise of authoritarian governments worldwide. OpenSNP’s Commitment to Data Privacy and […]
The Indian government has decided not to make any major changes to the rules related to data storage and cross-border data transfers in the draft of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules or act according to government sources. This decision comes even after several major global tech companies and industry groups raised concerns during […]