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Episode Synopsis
In this week's Data Radio Show, we look at the complex legal landscape surrounding an individual's personal data after death, focusing on Europe, the United States, and Australia. It highlights that data protection laws like GDPR generally cease to apply posthumously, but national laws in Europe often provide exceptions. In contrast, the US relies on a patchwork of state laws like RUFADAA, while Australia offers limited post-mortem data control, mainly through property law. The overview consistently points out that heir access to digital assets varies significantly by region and often depends on the deceased's prior consent or the platform's terms of service. Ultimately, the text stresses the importance of digital wills and platform-specific legacy tools to manage one's online presence after passing. Join the Data Innovators Exchange for free at https://www.skool.com/data-management-innovators-4116/about Sign up for the free Data Pro Newsletter at https://www.datapro.news/subscribe
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