Data Privacy Legislation: What You Should Be Looking for in 2023

Data Privacy Legislation: What You Should Be Looking for in 2023
divya
Wed, 01/25/2023 – 06:31

Comprehensive data protection laws exist across the globe. While each law is different, there are many commonalities in terms of the rights, obligations, and enforcement provisions. Lawmakers’ efforts have intensified in the last two years, with many data protection law initiatives being passed and adopted. This trend continued through 2022, with regions such as the Middle East, the Asia Pacific and States in the US introducing or amending data privacy and protection laws.

The ever-lasting impact of GDPR

Gartner has estimated that by 2023, 75% of the world’s population will have its personal data covered under modern privacy regulations. The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) in cooperation with Westin Research Center have produced an interactive map identifying those countries with data protection laws.

IAPP has also published a chart mapping tool for many of the global data protection laws, including the laws in the U.S. and E.U. This comprehensive tool is a fine demonstration of the commonalities shared between the various privacy legislations across the globe, and of the impact that GDPR has had. An example of one mapping, including the E.U., is shown below.