An Analysis of Data Privacy Laws: National & International Perspective

Abstract

Most industries, especially the IT related sectors, have experienced colossal growth and the production of information at an incredibly fast rate, making data protection laws an essential requirement across national and international realms. This paper aims at comparing the changes in data protection laws and analysing the distinctive features of various national laws and global standards. It presents important global regulations, including the GDPR in the EU, the CCPA in the USA, and other key national frameworks. Moreover, it considers recent and future changes in the cross border data flows, the nature and scope of harmonisation by International organisations and the consequences brought to the business entities and individuals. Through evaluating these aspects, the paper intends to present systemic analysis as to the current status of data protection legislation and their effectiveness in advancing data protection internationally.