On November 2, 2011, the 33rd International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners opened in Mexico City with an examination of the phenomenon of “big data” as a definer of a new economic era. This blog post provides highlights from the opening session.
Continue Reading Live from Mexico City: Opening Session Highlights the Potential and Challenges of Big Data

Authorities in New Zealand recently announced the results of an investigation into Google Street View, and the New Zealand Parliament passed a cross-border data transfer bill to clear the way for an EU adequacy finding.

Continue Reading New Zealand Update: Google Street View Investigation & New Cross-Border Privacy Laws