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Privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance · Core

Cross-border data transfer

Also called: international data transfer

ELI5

Transfer or remote access of personal data across national or legal boundaries.

Used in conversation

“Counsel wants cross-border data transfer clarified before anyone signs.”

Pitch context

You will see “Cross-border data transfer” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance.

Why it matters: In privacy, data protection & cybersecurity compliance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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