GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation and, at its core, is a new set of rules designed to give EU citizens more control over their personal data. It aims to simplify the regulatory environment for business so both citizens and businesses in the EU can fully benefit from the digital economy.
The new regulations are designed to reflect the world we’re living in now, bringing laws and obligations – including those around personal data, privacy and consent – across Europe up to speed for the internet-connected age. Below are 5 critical facts you need to know about GDPR: