PDPL

As data remains valuable for individuals and organizations alike, Saudi Arabia has long acknowledged its potential sensitivity. In response, the Kingdom introduced its first comprehensive data protection law, the Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL).    The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is set to commence full enforcement of the PDPL on September 14, 2024, following the current transition period. SDAIA expects entities to achieve compliance...

The Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) is a customer data protection law that seeks to protect the security and privacy of Saudi citizens’ personal and financial data. It is Saudi Arabia's first data protection law passed by royal decree in September 2021, which came into effect on Sept 14, 2023.   The Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is the primary body chosen to implement and...

The world's increasing reliance on technology has resulted in new challenges, such as growing concerns around data protection. Saudi Arabia recently introduced the Kingdom’s first data protection law, PDPL, to address data protection challenges. Organizations must prepare for PDPL compliance in the coming days.   Source   PDPL Saudi Arabia came into being to ensure the privacy and security of the personal data of individuals and organizations and restrict...

Recognizing the increasing threat of cyberattacks, Saudi Arabia developed a data protection law in 2021. Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) is the Kingdom’s first data protection law designed to maintain data security and consumer privacy. PDPL was published in the Official Gazette on September 24, 2021, and went into force on September 14, 2023.    Source   The Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) was selected for PDPL's...