Data Protection Authority
/ˈdeɪtə prəˈtɛkʃən ɔːˈθɒrɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) An independent public authority responsible for enforcing data protection laws and safeguarding individuals' personal data privacy.
The data protection authority investigated the company's mishandling of user data.
Forms
- data protection authority
- data protection authorities
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Commentary
Typically established by statute, these authorities have regulatory and enforcement powers to ensure compliance with data protection legislation.
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