Cross-jurisdictional data protection, cybersecurity and AI overview – third edition

Data has emerged as a cornerstone asset for businesses across all industries and sizes. Effective data governance, protection, security, and valorization are no longer optional but essential for driving innovation, enhancing decision-making, and gaining a competitive edge.

Beyond being a legal imperative in many jurisdictions, safeguarding data has become a strategic necessity. By mitigating risks and harnessing the potential of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), organizations can unlock significant opportunities. A deep understanding of the complex legal landscape is crucial to navigating this evolving data environment.

To address this need, Deloitte Legal initiated this cross-jurisdictional annual guide in 2022 to track and analyze regulatory developments related to data across various jurisdictions. Deloitte colleagues from 51 jurisdictions contributed to this third edition, providing the latest legal developments in personal data protection, cybersecurity, and AI.

The impact of these intricate and constantly evolving regulatory frameworks is increasingly profound for businesses of all sizes. Any organization, while leveraging data and innovative technologies to drive innovation, must simultaneously navigate this complex legal landscape.

This guide serves as a valuable resource for businesses seeking an international overview of:

• Recent developments: the most significant recent laws, regulations, guidelines, decisions, and sanctions in data protection, cybersecurity, and AI; and
• Future trends: potential upcoming developments in these fields over the coming months.