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Major European research organizations have stopped collaborative research projects with China due to growing concerns about China’s Data Security Law. This law restricts the sharing of “important data” outside the country without special approval. As a result, joint research in areas like health and environmental science has been paused, creating uncertainty about future global scientific […]
The European Union’s plan to reform its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Procedural Regulation are drawing criticism from privacy advocates. They warn that the reform is aimed at improving cross-border cooperation between data protection authorities (DPAs). However, it could actually create more complications in the system. What’s the Issue? Introduced in 2018, the GDPR was […]
The future of the EU-US Data Privacy Framework—a key agreement allowing data transfers between Europe and the United States is once again facing uncertainty. Germany’s Interior Ministry has raised concerns about the stability of the agreement. These concerns come now that President Donald Trump is back in office. The ministry is worried about the direction […]
As cybercrime continues to rise globally, nations are realizing the importance of collaborating to safeguard their infrastructure and digital assets. One such collaboration is between India and Australia, which are exploring a bilateral data-sharing agreement to combat cybercrime effectively. This initiative could significantly improve real-time information sharing, addressing increasing cyber threats and enhancing cybersecurity cooperation […]
Facebook executives have recently faced intense scrutiny over alleged plans to share Chinese user data with the Chinese Government. A series of internal documents, uncovered during recent discussions, revealed that Facebook was prepared to grant the Chinese government access to Chinese user data stored on Chinese soil. This revelation has sparked concerns about privacy and […]
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has voiced concerns about India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA). The concerns focus on profiling and behavioral tracking of minors, cross-border data transfers, and verifiable parental consent. In an ET interview, Rob Sherman, Vice President of Policy and Deputy Chief Privacy Officer of Meta, discussed these […]
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 […]