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Australian Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind has signalled a shift in the regulator’s focus to facilitate more “outcome-based enforcement” in her keynote address at the IAPP Sydney KnowledgeNet event. With a stronger emphasis on proactive measures, she intends the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) to take a stronger enforcement role in privacy protection. Hamish Fraser, Julie Cheeseman, Madeleine Clift, HanJoo Evelyn Park and Jonathan Wong delve into the details in our insight article below. #data #privacyreform

As we await the Commonwealth Attorney General's draft Bill on privacy and data protection, there's still plenty of opportunity to Power Up Privacy within our own organizations in the meantime. With Privacy Awareness Week quickly approaching (6th-12th May), what activities has your organization planned to promote privacy awareness? Share your ideas in the comments below #PowerUpYourPrivacy #PrivacyAwarenessWeek #PAW2024 #DataProtection #PrivacyLaws

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada has an important reminder as part of this year's privacy week for Canadian start-ups using generative AI: "Businesses developing, providing, or using generative AI must ensure that their activities comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations. Put privacy first by applying key Canadian privacy principles: Principles for responsible, trustworthy and privacy-protective generative AI technologies."

Data Privacy Week 2025 is next week! 🔒 This year’s theme is “Put Privacy First.” https://lnkd.in/dwA8TVgk Considering privacy at the beginning of an initiative is a key to future-proofing programs, services, and systems. It can also help organizations to reduce the risk of issues arising at the eleventh hour or once a program has been launched. Putting #privacy first supports compliance with privacy law and ultimately helps organizations to build trust with Canadians. During #DPW2025, tell us how your #business puts privacy first.

CHAMPIONING PRIVACY | Lander & Rogers is proud to support Privacy Awareness Week 2024, an initiative of the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. Privacy Awareness Week runs from 6 to 12 May and provides a chance for businesses to consider what they can do to "power up" their existing privacy practices and culture in advance of the Australian Government's impending privacy law reforms. This year's theme, "Privacy and technology: Improving transparency, accountability and security", focuses on creating a more responsible and secure digital landscape that balances technological advancements with the preservation of the privacy rights of individuals. Below, discover how your organisation can strengthen its privacy practices by being open and transparent in how it handles personal data. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8q9njeW #privacy #privacyawareness #datasecurity #privacylaw

🌍 Celebrating Human Rights Day: Protecting Privacy, Protecting Rights 🔐 "Today, on Human Rights Day, we’re reminded that privacy is a fundamental human right. 🌍✨ In a world where personal data is constantly shared, stored, and processed, it's crucial to remember that everyone deserves control over their own information. Data privacy is not just about protecting against breaches—it’s about empowering individuals to have autonomy over their lives, free from surveillance or exploitation. Here’s how we stand up for your rights every day:   🔒 We ensure your data is protected with the highest levels of encryption. 📜   We support compliance with global regulations like GDPR to safeguard personal freedoms.  💡 We educate and raise awareness about the importance of digital rights. Let’s continue to fight for data protection as a core part of human dignity and freedom. 💪  #HumanRightsDay #DataPrivacy #PrivacyIsARight #DataProtectionMatters  

As the data privacy landscape continues its rapid evolution, the Colorado Attorney General has proposed draft amendments to the state's current Privacy Act. These amendments introduce significant new requirements, especially concerning biometric data, the governance of Opinion Letters and Interpretive Guidance, and further protection of minors' data. To gain a deeper understanding of these changes and their implications for businesses, please read our latest alert by Jason Oliveri and Jason Greenfield: https://lnkd.in/gYjEUH5Q #Privacy #DataPrivacy #Compliance #PrivacyLaw #Colorado

Friday Say 📢 Next week is Privacy Awareness Week promoted by Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. It’s the perfect opportunity to become more aware and take action to enhance privacy in private and government organisations and for your own privacy. This year’s theme focuses on privacy and technology and the key principles of transparency, accountability and security. For more information on Privacy Awareness Week, as well as resources to help navigate privacy laws, visit: https://paw.gov.au/ #databreach #privacy #data #informationmanagement #recordkeeping #PrivacyAwarenessWeek #PrivacyMatters #DataProtection #StaySafeOnline #privacyawarenessweek

New Zealand privacy commissioner addresses growing privacy complaints : New Zealand Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster said his office received 1,003 privacy complaints in 2024, potentially showing organizations' lack of privacy safeguards and individuals' concerns surrounding data protection. Webster said, "part of addressing, and reducing, privacy harm is ensuring that New Zealand businesses and are organisations are doing privacy well. Right now, not everyone is." Full story #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

Seasoned #privacy lawyer Laura Lemire captured her top insights from the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals Global Summit, including direct intel from U.S. State Privacy Enforcers: https://lnkd.in/gDvvNgF6. #datasecurity #privacylaw #dataprivacy #technology #privacylawyer #GPS24