This guide compares the Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as they stand in 2026. While the GDPR was historically the “gold standard,” Singapore’s PDPA has undergone major...
The first article out of a series of three provided a general overview of PDPA 2010, its scope and definitions, as well as where authority lies and the sectors that must register. We also briefly touched upon the seven underlying principles of the act. In the second...
1. Introduction to the PDPA (Updated 2026) The Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2010 and this Malaysia PDPA 2010 2026 Guide. update remains the primary framework for personal data in commercial transactions. However, as of June 1, 2025, the law has been...
Introduction Malaysia’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) 2024 update marks a significant shift in regulatory accountability, dramatically increasing compliance obligations and risk exposure for data processors and supply chain partners. This article explores...
The grace period is over. From mandatory DPOs to direct vendor liability, here is how Malaysia’s modernized regulatory landscape impacts your cross-border operations. For over a decade, Malaysia’s Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA) was viewed by many...
Introduction The recent U.S. signing of bilateral trade and data agreements with Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand represents a major shift in international data governance and economic relations for organizations operating across the Asia-Pacific region. These deals...
