Data Security Law draft governs China-related data activities outside China.
July 24, 2020
Cybersecurity
Jianwei (Jerry) Fang and Wenpei Yu of Zhong Lun Law Firm discuss the main features of the Draft Data Security Law including the definition of data, clarification of the scope of regulatory power, the new data mechanism, export control measures and increased penalties
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June 12, 2020Jerry (Jianwei) Fang and Wenpei Yu of Zhong Lun Law Firm discuss the important changes to updated Personal Information Security Specification and how it offers more protection to those who provide personal information for collection, and recommend actions companies should consider to ensure compliance under the new regulations
June 11, 2020
