10/07/2024
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Exciting news for data protection in Malaysia! The PDPA is set to undergo significant updates, currently in the 1st reading stage, to align with international standards and practices.
Here's a breakdown of the key proposed amendments:
1.โ โ Terminology Update: The term "data user" is being replaced with "data controller" to match global terminology.
2.โ โ New Definitions: Introducing definitions for "biometric data" and "personal data breach" to clarify these critical terms.
3.โ โ Enhanced Responsibilities: Expanding the duties of data processors, including mandatory compliance with the security principle.
4.โ โ Increased Penalties: Tougher penalties for non-compliance to ensure stricter adherence to data protection rules.
5.โ โ Data Protection Officers (DPOs): Requiring the appointment of DPOs for both data controllers and processors to oversee compliance.
6.โ โ Data Breach Notification: New requirements for notifying the Commissioner and affected individuals about data breaches.
7.โ โ Data Portability: Allowing data subjects to request the transfer of their personal data to another data controller, subject to technical feasibility and data format compatibility.
8.โ โ Cross-Border Data Transfers: Simplifying the process for transferring personal data abroad, provided that adequate protection measures are in place.
9.โ โ Miscellaneous: Various minor and consequential amendments for clarity and consistency.
Read more here: https://lpplaw.my/insights/e-articles/an-overview-of-the-2024s-proposed-amendments-to-the-personal-data-protection-act-2010/
Stay tuned for more updates and insights on how these changes will impact data protection practices in Malaysia.
