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International Data Transfers
Localization, adequacy define current data transfer landscape
This article covers the conversations surrounding data localization and transfers at IAPP GPS 2024.
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Implementing Transatlantic Transfers
This chart outlines key changes and requirements for U.S., EU, UK and Swiss organizations implementing transatlantic transfers.
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This page will stay updated with the latest resources covering the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.
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Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules
This page will stay updated with the latest guidance documents and resources covering global cross-border privacy rules.
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Global data transfer contracts
This infographic shows the jurisdictions that have taken steps to standardize draft contractual clauses for transferring personal data internationally.
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This infographic shows the jurisdictions that vest powers in either the data privacy regulator or a government authority to designate other jurisdictions as having “adequate” data privacy standards.
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EU-US Data Transfers
Bridging the Atlantic: EU-US data transfers and the data privacy framework
Functions of EU-US Data Privacy Framework take shape
Why should my company join the EU-US Data Privacy Framework?
UK-US Data Bridge becomes law, takes effect 12 Oct.
Implementing Transatlantic Transfers
EU-US Data Privacy Framework – Guidance and Resources
EU-US data adequacy litigation begins
The EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework in practice
European Commission adopts EU-US adequacy decision
EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework: New Independent, Binding Redress Mechanism
MEPs urge European Commission to reject EU-US adequacy
The EU-US Data Privacy Framework and next steps for data transfers
From Privacy Shield to the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework
Privacy Shield and the UK — FAQs
New SCCs are coming soon, but a Privacy Shield replacement remains on the horizon
Industry gauges future of Privacy Shield replacement
Will Privacy Shield’s demise usher in an era of transparency? Part 2
Israel’s Privacy Shield announcement: Tiptoeing between the EU and US
Irish DPC tells Facebook to stop transferring data to the US: Should panic ensue?
EU, US initiate talks on potential ‘enhanced’ Privacy Shield
Schrems, Ustaran react to CJEU’s ruling on Privacy Shield, SCCs
CJEU invalidates EU-US Privacy Shield; SCCs remain valid
What Privacy Shield organizations should do in the wake of ‘Schrems II’
The ‘Schrems II’ decision: EU-US data transfers in question
Standard Contractual Clauses
EU Standard Contractual Clauses (Word documents)
Transfer Impact Assessment Templates
China’s Standard Contractual Clauses (English translation)
Argentina’s AAIP endorses Ibero-American Data Protection Network SCCs
A look at what’s in China’s new SCCs
Chinese SCCs are here: Are you ready?
RIPD publishes guidelines for international data transfers
Bird & Bird EU Standard Contractual Clauses Generator
How China’s draft SCCs compare with EU SCCs
European Commission publishes Q&A on SCCs for data transfers
Why it is unlikely the announced supplemental SCCs will materialize
Can the new standard contractual clauses work for small business?
Swiss DPA approves use of European Commission’s SCCs
Getting acclimated with updated SCCs
Top-10 do’s and don’ts for service providers implementing the new SCCs with EU customers
The updated standard contractual clauses — A new hope?
New SCCs are coming soon, but a Privacy Shield replacement remains on the horizon
What to expect when you’re expecting… SCCs — Canadian edition
Schrems II’: What the EDPB Recommendations and Modernized SCCs Mean for You
European Commission publishes proposed replacement SCCs
New EU SCCs: A modernized approach
What to expect on revised standard contractual clauses
Supplementing SCCs to solve surveillance shortfalls
BCRs as a robust alternative to Privacy Shield and SCCs
Additional News and Resources
Transfer Impact Assessment Templates
EU Standard Contractual Clauses (Word documents)
EU-US Data Privacy Framework – Guidance and Resources
China’s new cross-border data transfer regulations: What you need to know and do
New rules of the road can sustain US leadership on interoperable digital data flows
OECD privacy, AI leaders come together to bridge gaps
US executive order will address brokers’ sensitive data transfers to ‘countries of concern’
ASEAN publishes EU transborder data flow guide
European Commission upholds 11 adequacy decisions
Bridging the Atlantic: EU-US data transfers and the data privacy framework
Functions of EU-US Data Privacy Framework take shape
Reynders announces European Commission’s latest international data transfer plans
Data without borders: EU e-Evidence package facilitates access to private data across jurisdictions
Argentina’s AAIP endorses Ibero-American Data Protection Network SCCs
Why should my company join the EU-US Data Privacy Framework?
UK-US Data Bridge: What it means, how to implement and what is next
UK-US Data Bridge becomes law, takes effect 12 Oct.
EU-US data adequacy litigation begins
EU-US Data Privacy Framework adopted, what now?
The EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework in practice
EU data transfers: The latest and what comes next
European Commission adopts EU-US adequacy decision
A practical comparison of the EU, China and ASEAN standard contractual clauses
The Atlantic Declaration: Data bridges, privacy and AI
Unpacking the DPC’s data transfers decision
Meta fined GDPR-record 1.2 billion euros in data transfer case
From Privacy Shield to the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework
Frequently Asked Questions & Resources on ‘Schrems II’
A trans-Atlantic comparison of a real struggle: Anonymized, deidentified or aggregated?
In wake of global data transfer complexity, need for multilateral treaty grows
EDPB taskforce releases ‘Schrems II’ claims report
EDPB/DPC decisions on data transfers: What is expected?
Keynote Panel Discussion on GDPR (IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2023)
Privacy beyond checkmarks: How to Navigate Cross-border Transfers
EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework: New Independent, Binding Redress Mechanism
Chinese SCCs are here: Are you ready?
International data transfers: Time to rethink binding corporate rules
EDPB welcomes ‘improvements’ to EU-US adequacy decision, concerns remain
A look at what’s in China’s new SCCs
MEPs urge European Commission to reject EU-US adequacy
Text comparison of principles for commercial transfers: From Privacy Shield to DPF
EU-US draft adequacy decision arrives, EU process begins in earnest
Pressure points remain with EU-US Data Privacy Framework
Data transfers: A triangle with zero trust, not zero risk?
DPC 2022: EU-US Data Privacy Framework on track, Schrems challenge to come
Data transfers: Could a technical solution be the future?
ICO – Transfer Risk Assessment Guidance
Operating the U.S. Cloud Under Schrems II
Cross-border Data Flows: Taking stock of Key Policies and Initiatives
The EU-US Data Privacy Framework and next steps for data transfers
Implications of EU-US Data Privacy Framework as adequacy decision looms
White House executive order brings EU-US data flow deal closer to finish line
The EU-US Data Privacy Framework: A new era for data transfers?
‘Data transfer theater:’ The US and Israel take the stage
UK-US data access agreement takes effect
Sample Data Processing Agreement – Hubspot
China cross-border data transfer mechanism and its implications
Will China’s new certification rules be a popular legal path for outbound data transfers?
EDPB releases opinion on EU-Russia data transfers
Irish DPC files draft order to halt Meta’s data transfers to US
Data transfers in the data strategy: Understanding myth and reality
The Global Cross Border Privacy Rules Forum
CNIL issues compliance notices, Q&A for data transfers with Google Analytics
European Commission publishes Q&A on SCCs for data transfers
US Commerce Dept. announces ‘historic’ Global CBPR Forum for data transfers
Officials ‘thrilled’ with EU-US data flows agreement, ‘work continues’ on finalization
EU, US agree ‘in principle’ to new trans-Atlantic data agreement
Top 5 operational impacts of China’s PIPL — Part 5: International data transfers
Data portability in the EU: An obscure data subject right
Data transfers, UK GDPR reform top of mind at DPI: UK
Data Transfer Enforcement, Risk and Compliance: What You Need to Know Now
Privacy and security for big data processing in the financial sector
Doing business across borders — A global future or a splintered internet?
EDPB discusses data transfer guidance considerations, key points
New EDPB guidelines define international transfers: Dancing in place
A globalized CBPR framework: Peering into the future of data transfers
Confusion about the meaning of ‘Schrems II’ impedes global data flows
Companies urge data transfer deal before US-EU Trade and Technology Council
The UK’s new plans for data transfers: An interview with Joe Jones
FAQs for UK ICO’s data transfer consultation – including approach to EU SCCs
Can the new standard contractual clauses work for small business?
EU considers canceling trade, data flow talks with US
Researchers seek to simplify transfers of EU health data
A year after ‘Schrems II’ ruling, uncertainty remains
The road ahead in an uncertain world of cross-border data transfers
European Commission adopts UK adequacy decisions
EDPB rapporteur details board’s supplementary measures
EDPB’s data transfer recommendations adopt a risk-based approach with teeth
EU-US data transfer deal still work in progress, despite new alliance
Demystifying data transfers to US data importers: Looking at ‘Schrems II’ from a different angle
The Irish High Court judgment on EU-US data flows
Why the Biden administration should ‘go big’ on global data transfers solution
Biden appoints Christopher Hoff to oversee Privacy Shield talks
Do B2B companies not based in the EU need to comply with the GDPR?
Stuck in the middle with you: When US discovery orders hit GDPR
LIBE meeting scrutinizes path forward for EU-US data transfers
Is the EU’s approach to data transfers the best path forward?
EC calls for harmonization, addresses data transfers in GDPR review
The Guide to U.S. Government Practice on Global Sharing of Personal Information, Third Edition
Privacy across borders: Enforcement and prescriptive jurisdiction
Announcing the new Cross-Border Data Forum
A look at data transfers under different data protection regulations
Countdown to GDPR: Part 3 — Cross-border data transfer
Top 10 operational impacts of the GDPR: Part 4 – Cross-border data transfers