How Developed Countries Build Data Protection Systems, How About Indonesia? Here’s the Explanation

Jakarta, INTI – In today's digital era, data protection has become a crucial issue faced by every country. Developed countries have devised various strategies and regulations to establish effective data protection systems. So, how about Indonesia? Here's the explanation.

Approaches of Developed Countries in Data Protection

European Union: GDPR as the Gold Standard

The European Union (EU) is known for its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) implemented in May 2018. GDPR sets high standards for personal data protection, including rights to access, correct, and delete data. Companies that violate GDPR regulations can be fined up to 20 million euros or 4% of their total annual revenue, whichever is higher.

United States: Sector-Based Approach

The United States adopts a sector-based approach to data protection. Major regulations include the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for health data and the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act) that governs fair business practices and consumer protection. Additionally, states like California have enacted stricter regulations such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Japan: Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI)

Japan has the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI), which came into effect in 2003 and was revised in 2017 to enhance personal data protection. APPI establishes basic principles of data protection and requires companies to obtain consent from individuals before collecting their personal data.

The Situation in Indonesia

Development of Data Protection Regulations

Indonesia has recognized the importance of data protection and is in the process of strengthening its regulations. In October 2022, Indonesia enacted the Personal Data Protection Law (UU PDP), which serves as the primary legal framework for personal data protection in the country. The UU PDP regulates data subjects' rights, data controllers' obligations, and data breach handling.

Challenges Faced

Despite the enactment of the UU PDP, Indonesia still faces several challenges in its implementation. One of the main challenges is the lack of awareness and understanding among the public and businesses about the importance of data protection. Additionally, the technological infrastructure and human resource capacity need to be improved to support effective implementation of these regulations.

Government Efforts

The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo), has undertaken various efforts to raise awareness and understanding of data protection. These efforts include organizing seminars, workshops, and public campaigns. Furthermore, Kominfo collaborates with various stakeholders, including the private sector and international organizations, to strengthen Indonesia's data protection framework.

Data protection is becoming an increasingly important issue in the digital era. Developed countries have established various regulations and strategies to protect their citizens' personal data. Indonesia, with the enactment of the UU PDP, is moving in the same direction. However, much work remains to be done to enhance awareness, understanding, and technological infrastructure to ensure effective data protection in Indonesia.

To support the development of the economy, technology, and the digital world, the Indonesia Internet Expo and Summit 2024 within the Indonesia Technology and Innovation (INTI-2024) will be the right platform to see the latest innovations in technology and the internet. INTI is the largest technology and innovation exhibition and conference in Indonesia. Join and register yourself to get the latest information and participate in the event.

Jakarta, INTI – In today's digital era, data protection has become a crucial issue faced by every country. Developed countries have devised various strategies and regulations to establish effective data protection systems. So, how about Indonesia? Here's the explanation.

Approaches of Developed Countries in Data Protection

European Union: GDPR as the Gold Standard

The European Union (EU) is known for its General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) implemented in May 2018. GDPR sets high standards for personal data protection, including rights to access, correct, and delete data. Companies that violate GDPR regulations can be fined up to 20 million euros or 4% of their total annual revenue, whichever is higher.

United States: Sector-Based Approach

The United States adopts a sector-based approach to data protection. Major regulations include the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for health data and the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act) that governs fair business practices and consumer protection. Additionally, states like California have enacted stricter regulations such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Japan: Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI)

Japan has the Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI), which came into effect in 2003 and was revised in 2017 to enhance personal data protection. APPI establishes basic principles of data protection and requires companies to obtain consent from individuals before collecting their personal data.

The Situation in Indonesia

Development of Data Protection Regulations

Indonesia has recognized the importance of data protection and is in the process of strengthening its regulations. In October 2022, Indonesia enacted the Personal Data Protection Law (UU PDP), which serves as the primary legal framework for personal data protection in the country. The UU PDP regulates data subjects' rights, data controllers' obligations, and data breach handling.

Challenges Faced

Despite the enactment of the UU PDP, Indonesia still faces several challenges in its implementation. One of the main challenges is the lack of awareness and understanding among the public and businesses about the importance of data protection. Additionally, the technological infrastructure and human resource capacity need to be improved to support effective implementation of these regulations.

Government Efforts

The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (Kominfo), has undertaken various efforts to raise awareness and understanding of data protection. These efforts include organizing seminars, workshops, and public campaigns. Furthermore, Kominfo collaborates with various stakeholders, including the private sector and international organizations, to strengthen Indonesia's data protection framework.

Data protection is becoming an increasingly important issue in the digital era. Developed countries have established various regulations and strategies to protect their citizens' personal data. Indonesia, with the enactment of the UU PDP, is moving in the same direction. However, much work remains to be done to enhance awareness, understanding, and technological infrastructure to ensure effective data protection in Indonesia.

To support the development of the economy, technology, and the digital world, the Indonesia Internet Expo and Summit 2024 within the Indonesia Technology and Innovation (INTI-2024) will be the right platform to see the latest innovations in technology and the internet. INTI is the largest technology and innovation exhibition and conference in Indonesia. Join and register yourself to get the latest information and participate in the event.