By: Vajratiya Vajrobol, International Center for AI and Cyber Security Research and Innovations (CCRI), Asia University, Taiwan, vvajratiya@gmail.com
Data breaches are an aspect of the linked digital world that pose major risks to both business security and individual privacy. In response, governments all across the world have passed rules and regulations to protect sensitive data. In this investigation, we will look at instances of data breach laws in several nations, showcasing international initiatives to safeguard personal information and hold organisations responsible for cybersecurity failures.
- Global Data Breach Legislation
1. The HITECH Act and HIPAA in the United States
Comprehensive guidelines for the security of health information are established in the US by the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). These regulations penalise healthcare practitioners and their business associates for accessing or disclosing protected health information without authorization and impose stringent security measures [1].
2. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
A historic law that affects every member state of the European Union is the GDPR. It establishes guidelines for safeguarding personal information and mandates prompt notification in the event of a data breach [2].
3.Canada – Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA):
In Canada, PIPEDA regulates how private sector companies gather, utilise, and disclose personal data. Organisations must notify the impacted persons and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada of substantial data breaches as required by law. Fines and other enforcement actions may follow noncompliance [3].
4. Australia-Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) Scheme
Under the NDB Scheme, entities covered by the Privacy Act 1988 are required to report qualified data breaches to the Australian Information Commissioner as well as to people. In the event of a violation, this guarantees responsibility and openness and imposes financial consequences for noncompliance [4].
5. Japan – Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI)
The APPI in Japan controls how companies handle personal data. Organisations are required to swiftly notify individuals and relevant authorities in the case of a data breach. The necessity of data protection is reinforced by the law’s provisions for sanctions for non-compliance [5].
The international landscape of data breach regulations is indicative of a common commitment to protecting personal data and making companies responsible for cybersecurity failures. These regulations stress the necessity of open communication and prompt response following a breach.
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Vajrobol V. (2024) A Global Look at Data Breach Laws and Regulations, Insights2Techinfo, pp.1