Data hk is an open government data repository published by the Hong Kong Government that includes various datasets on economy, people and communities. Users can explore by subject, industry or country or search for specific keywords for specific information. Downloadable datasets come in multiple formats that can easily be imported into spreadsheets for analysis and report creation.
Direct marketing practices have long been of concern to the Privacy Commissioner, with frequent investigations and prosecutions under his watch. Direct marketers must obtain consent from individuals before using their personal data for direct marketing purposes.
Additionally, the PDPO stipulates that personal data be collected only for lawful and proportionate uses; any new purpose must obtain prior consent – an important safeguard preventing businesses from misusing personal data contrary to its terms.
PDPO also requires data users to take reasonable measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, processing, erasure or loss, as well as accidental destruction, damage or disclosure. This requirement applies even if data processing occurs outside Hong Kong; although the Act does not specifically stipulate its application extraterritorially; data users often include contractual or other arrangements that bring them into compliance with its provisions.
Since it was first enacted, the definition of personal data under the PDPO has not been altered, remaining consistent with international norms. A proposed change would broaden this meaning in accordance with GDPR and other international laws that govern this area.
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