Developments in Data Privacy Litigation Globally and in Singapore

Partner Lijun Chui and Associate Joseph Lim contributed an article titled "Developments in Data Privacy Litigation globally and in Singapore: Addressing the growing need for individuals to protect their personal data" in the Personal Data Protection Digest 2022. The PDP Digest is published by the Personal Data Protection Commission ("PDPC") of Singapore. 

Overview

Data privacy litigation is rising globally, with claims being brought not only in relation to breaches of the “protection” obligation, but also, among other things, the violation of child privacy and the failure to ensure accuracy of personal data. In this article, our team explores several recent developments and themes in the global data privacy litigation landscape and analyse how these may shape data privacy litigation in Singapore.

*The views expressed in this article are the authors’ personal views.

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