The 2024 Data Privacy Report highlights 10 defining moments across global regulations. In Asia-Pacific, Australia, Malaysia, and Vietnam advanced major privacy reforms, while China simplified cross-border transfer rules. The Middle East strengthened data governance, with Saudi Arabia’s PDPL setting strict consent and localization standards. In Europe, the EU Data Act and new SCCs shaped interoperability and transfers, while GDPR enforcement led to record fines. The U.S. saw expanded state privacy laws and heightened FTC activity, though federal law stalled. AI regulation took center stage with the EU AI Act and Colorado’s AI law, underscoring the global shift toward accountability in emerging technologies.

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