Data Privacy News

The Formiti Privacy News Blog delivers the latest insights, expert advice, and practical tips on global data protection laws and privacy trends. From GDPR to PDPA, we make complex regulations clear, helping you protect data, stay compliant, and build trust.


 

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US Bilateral and Data Agreements With Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand Your Guide

These deals not only improve market access and lower trade barriers but also secure commitments for the free flow of personal data to the United States—impacting compliance, privac...  more  

Vietnam's Data Privacy Evolution: From Decree 13 (2023) to the PIPL( 2026)

This article, compares the 2023 Decree to the new 2026 Law, providing a vital resource for companies seeking to navigate this new landscape.  more  

Global Policy Management Ensuring Compliance, Transparency, and a Full Audit Trail

The critical task of ensuring every employee and contractor across diverse geographical locations not only receives but also understands and formally accepts the latest policy upda...  more  

Navigating the Waters: A Global Organisation's Guide to Bermuda's PIPA in 2025

For decades, Bermuda has been a key hub for international business, particularly in the insurance, reinsurance, and financial services sectors. PIPA brings its data protection stan...  more  

Thailand: Why Global Organisations Need a Local PDPA Representative

However, accessing its 71 million citizens comes with a critical data privacy obligation under the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA). Even if your company has no office, no emplo...  more  

UK GDPR Why a UK Representative is Non-Negotiable for Global Organisations

For international businesses operating outside the UK, the allure of the UK market is undeniable. However, with that opportunity comes a critical legal obligation: the UK General D...  more  

Don't Let a 'Good Deal' Become a Bad Data Breach

The holiday shopping season, marked by Black Friday and Cyber Monday, is upon us. For global organizations, this period represents a critical vulnerability. It's not just a consume...  more  

Why the PDPL Isn't the Only Data Law You Need to Follow in KSA & Egypt

The era of one-size-fits-all data compliance is over, especially in the sophisticated regulatory environments of Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Embracing a dual-compliance mindset is not ...  more  

EDPB Announces 2026 Coordinated Enforcement Action on GDPR Transparency

On October 14, 2025, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) confirmed its 2026 enforcement priority. Global businesses must act now to ensure their privacy notices and informati...  more  

The 2026 US Privacy Tsunami: Kentucky, Indiana, and Rhode Island Your Guide

On January 1, 2026, new comprehensive data privacy laws in Kentucky, Indiana, and Rhode Island will take effect, adding a new layer of complexity to the fragmented US "patchwork" o...  more