Overview:

The Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024 (PDPA 2024) in Malaysia, which was published in the Gazette on 17 October 2024, marks significant changes to Malaysia’s data protection framework. The significant amendments include mandatory data protection officer (DPO) appointment by controllers and processors, mandatory data breach notifications, data portability rights and requirements under the security principle. The PDPA 2024 also amends the rules relating to data transfers and increases penalties for non-compliance. These amendments to the current Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA 2010) aims to modernize the law, aligning more closely with  internationally recognized standards, positioning Malaysia alongside its regional peers in Asia-Pacific, addressing the evolving challenges of data protection in the digital age. The PDPA 2024 will be implemented in stages starting 01 January 2025, with different sections coming into effect on 01 April and 01 June 2025, addressing inclusion of biometric data as sensitive personal data, security compliance, and international data transfer rules.

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of program, participants will be able to:

(1) Understand the principles of Personal Data Protection; the key definitions of Personal Data, Data User, Data Subject; terminology change, scope clarification;

(2) Know the key amendments, scope and applicability of the Personal Data Protection (Amendments) Act 2024; &

(3) Be aware of the roles, responsibilities, obligations of all parties involved in compliance with the Personal Data Protection (Amendments) Act 2024.

Who Should Attend:

All related personnel/ parties who wish to get themselves updated with the amendments under the Personal Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2024.