Georgia — Country Profile

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23 SEP 2024 · Other

PDPS investigation into Yandex.Go App regarding possible unlawful personal data processing

On 23 September 2024, the Georgian Personal Data Protection Service (PDPS) issued a ruling fining Raidtech Georgia Ltd. (Yandex GO/Yandex Pro) GEL 4'000 for illegally transferring personal data of Georgian customers (drivers and passengers) to servers located in Russia. During the investigation, it was found that the app was connected to Russian servers, exposing the global network address (IP address) of users from Georgia. The company had previously requested permission to transfer data to ...

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30 JAN 2024 · Other

Data Protection Authority inquiry into protection of personal data of minors

On 30 January 2024, the Data Protection Authority adopted a report on the protection of minors' personal data to outline the international standards for the rights of minors in a digital environment that should be adopted in national legislation. It provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and foundations of data processing, the child's personal data protection rights, and the concept of "best interest in the child". The report also includes an audit of the school system, highlight...

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20 MAR 2023 · Law / Act

Georgia Data Privacy Act (HB 798)

On 20 March 2023, the Georgia Data Privacy Act (HB 798) was introduced to the Georgia House of Representatives. The Georgia Data Privacy Act proposes an amendment to Chapter 1 of Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. It aims to prohibit manufacturers of consumer electronic devices from allowing consumers to opt out of certain data collection by third parties unless the consumer can opt out of the same data collection carried out by the manufacturer. Further, the Bill provides de...

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