The role of a DPA includes a range of responsibilities related to data protection laws. Some of their primary functions include the following: Enforce and supervise data protection laws.DPAs are legal entities that supervise the application of data protection laws in each jurisdiction. In the EU, ...
Green packaging, sustainable packaging, and eco-friendly packaging are terms that all mean the same thing: packaging that has the lowest possible impact on the environment. This low impact is achieved in several ways: by limiting the packaging waste created; by using materia...
For instance, in May 2023, Ireland's data protection authority imposed a fine of USD 1.3 billion on the California-based Meta for GDPR violations. Data protection—through its emphasis on data privacy—can help organizations avoid these infractions. Data protection strategies can also provide many...
controls at different points within a system to safeguard an organization’s network, systems, and data. It’s analogous to a castle with multiple defensive measures, where getting past the moat doesn’t get you the crown jewels. There are also gates, strong locked doors, and archers in ...
More data laws and directives are coming down the line. "Some parts of the data pipeline will be impacted, and others not at all," explains Rich. "Some players will enforce their database rights; others will not. Some businesses, though entitled to hold data...
FlexibleThe platform should support both B2B and B2C selling in one platform that can be deployed using a hybrid cloud environment or other models. AffordableSoftware-as-a-service (SaaS) subscription models are typically more affordable than on-premises platforms, which usually require high and conti...
Data protection authorities across the continent are likely to follow the enforcement trends, with a potentially high contagion effect given the fundamental similarities between the various data protection laws across the continent. Enforcement efforts ar...
Packing for Ireland's different climates can be tricky. So I've included a section on what to wear in Ireland, the top items to pack for your trip, and some tips about what NOT to bring Ireland.
An adequacy decision indicates that the third country provides a level of privacy protection that is roughly equivalent to Europe’s laws. Until recently, the United States has not been the subject of an adequacy decision. The reason for this is twofold: the lack of a federal data privacy ...
Our monthly What Worries the World survey explores what the public thinks are the most important social and political issues, drawing on more than ten years of data to place the latest scores in context. Inflation remains the number one concern for the 28th consecutive month, but worry is at...