Cloud computing services could be subject to extra data protection checks in Europe
July 15, 2014
Grazed from CFOWorld. Author: Loek Essers.
Cloud providers seeking business from EU institutions could become subject to more scrutiny from the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS). The supervisor is preparing guidance on the use of cloud computing and mobile devices for data transfers by EU institutions to non-EU countries and international organizations.
Part of that guidance could require extra checks for personal data shared with cloud computing services, the supervisor said in a position paper published Monday. "The rapid development of technology, including cloud computing and mobile applications, creates new challenges, which have to be addressed to ensure that the fundamental rights of individuals are fully respected," the supervisor said…
When information is to be processed by cloud computing services, the EDPS may conduct prior checks to see if the data transfer complies with EU regulations….
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