Data hk is a collection of information that can be used to identify individuals. It may be obtained from a variety of sources, including public records, business registrations, medical records, and other publicly available resources. Data hk can be used for many purposes, such as preventing identity theft, conducting market research, and creating a customer profile. It can also be used to monitor and control access to certain facilities, such as schools, hospitals, and businesses.
The PDPO defines personal data as any information relating to an identifiable living person from which it is practicable to identify the individual. This includes both direct and indirect personal data, such as a name, address, phone number, date of birth or ancestry. Personal data can also include a computerised record or a list of the names and addresses of an organisation’s staff members. However, there are some exemptions to these rules.
A common example of a breach of the PDPO is when an organisation uses an individual’s personal data for direct marketing without their consent. This practice is against the law and can result in a fine of up to HK$500,000 and/or imprisonment for up to three years.
A discussion paper published by the Hong Kong government earlier this year explored potential changes to the PDPO, including a possible revision of the definition of personal data. If the definition is changed, it would catch a larger number of activities that are currently outside the scope of the regulation. This could have a significant impact on the compliance measures required of companies that use personal data.