China: Privacy Protection

On October 14, 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) and the State Administration for Market Regulation jointly issued the "Measures for Certification of Cross-Border Personal Information Transfer" (hereinafter referred to as the "Measures"), which will take effect on January 1, 2026.

In September, Chinese regulators published two case studies discussing their enforcement of cross-border data transfer regulations.

In decades past, multilateralism and collaboration in an overwhelmingly international space sector felt like a given. Now, as the space domain becomes increasingly competitive (both commercially and strategically)...

Facial recognition technology has become increasingly prevalent among companies operating in China, used for everything from unlocking mobile devices to paying bills and accessing buildings.

In today's digital era, data is an invaluable asset for businesses, offering opportunities for innovation and competitive advantages. However, effectively monetising data involves navigating complex legal frameworks...

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Multinational companies to meticulously design their privacy policies and consent mechanisms.

In a move that underscores the evolving landscape of global data governance, China announced a new initiative aimed at fostering cross-border data flows.

Earlier this year, the Biden administration took a significant step to extend protections over the sensitive personal data of Americans with Executive Order 14117 (EO).