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GDPR vs Japan APPI [Infographic]

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Japan's Act on the Protection of Personal Information (APPI) are key data privacy laws in the EU and Japan, respectively. Both aim to protect personal data and provide individuals with greater control, but they differ in scope, enforcement, and specific provisions. The GDPR takes a strict, comprehensive approach, distinguishing between data controllers and processors, while the APPI focuses on balancing data protection with business needs and only refers to personal information handling business operators.

Here’s a quick overview of GDPR vs Japan APPI:

GDPR vs Japan APPI [Infographic]
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