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Malaysia PDPA

The Malaysia Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) is a law that safeguards individuals' personal information processed by organizations. It establishes rules on how data should be collected, used, stored, and shared to ensure privacy and security. Organizations must obtain consent before handling personal data and are responsible for protecting it against misuse or breach. The law applies to commercial entities in Malaysia and aims to balance data utilization with individual privacy rights. Overall, it promotes responsible data management and helps build trust between organizations and individuals.