European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data privacy law in the European Union that came into effect in May 2018. It aims to protect individuals' personal data and privacy by regulating how organizations collect, store, and process this information. Key principles include giving individuals more control over their data, requiring consent for data use, ensuring transparency, and mandating data breach notifications. Organizations can face significant fines for non-compliance. Ultimately, GDPR seeks to enhance data security and empower individuals regarding their personal information in a digital world.