The current legislation applicable to data management and data access varies depending on your location and the specific type of data involved. Here is a breakdown of some key regulations.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
This regulation governs the processing of personal data of individuals within the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA). It sets out requirements for transparency, accountability, and individual rights regarding their personal data.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
These laws regulate the collection, use, and sale of personal data of California residents. They provide individuals with rights to access, deletion, and portability of their data, and impose restrictions on businesses that collect and sell consumer data.
Data Governance Act (DGA)
This EU regulation aims to increase trust and encourage the sharing of data for public benefit. It establishes a framework for data intermediaries to facilitate data access and reuse, and promotes the creation of common European data spaces in various sectors.
Data Act
This recently adopted EU regulation focuses on fair access to and use of data generated by connected devices and machines. It empowers individuals and businesses to access and share this data with third parties, promoting innovation and competition in the data economy.