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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Legal Insight Podcast, we dive into the critical requirements around appointing a Data Protection Officer (DPO) under Malaysia’s Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024. Schedule a free consultation at https://hhq.com.my/DPO
Join Zach Shaw, along with Ong Johnson and Lo Khai Yi, Partners of HHQ’s Technology Practice Group, as they unpack:
• What exactly a DPO does and why the role is crucial.
• Who needs to appoint a DPO under the new thresholds.
• The pros and cons of appointing an internal vs outsourced DPO.
• Key qualifications, skills, and responsibilities every DPO should meet.
• Consequences of non-compliance with DPO appointment obligations.
Whether you’re running a growing business or managing compliance for a large organization, this episode offers practical guidance on strengthening your data governance framework before the 1 June 2025 compliance deadline.
🎧 Stay tuned for Part 2 where we explore Data Breach Notification Obligations!
📌 Need help navigating Malaysia’s evolving data protection landscape? Reach out to our Technology Practice Group for a free DPO consultation.
Join Zach Shaw, along with Ong Johnson and Lo Khai Yi, Partners of HHQ’s Technology Practice Group, as they unpack:
• What exactly a DPO does and why the role is crucial.
• Who needs to appoint a DPO under the new thresholds.
• The pros and cons of appointing an internal vs outsourced DPO.
• Key qualifications, skills, and responsibilities every DPO should meet.
• Consequences of non-compliance with DPO appointment obligations.
Whether you’re running a growing business or managing compliance for a large organization, this episode offers practical guidance on strengthening your data governance framework before the 1 June 2025 compliance deadline.
🎧 Stay tuned for Part 2 where we explore Data Breach Notification Obligations!
📌 Need help navigating Malaysia’s evolving data protection landscape? Reach out to our Technology Practice Group for a free DPO consultation.
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