Cross-Border Data Transfer outside China: Attentive to the Rectification Period

Companies operating in China should be attentive to the Measures on Security Assessment of Cross-Border Data Transfers (Measures), published on July 7, 2022, as they take effect as early as September 1, 2022.  Among other things, the Measures require data processors to conduct a security assessment when: 1. Providing critical data outside of China. 2.… Continue reading Cross-Border Data Transfer outside China: Attentive to the Rectification Period

IP and Data in Franchising in China

Enterprises that want to enter the Chinese market through international franchising should prepare a comprehensive IPR layout in advance and pay attention to data protection in their activities. Although a registered trademark is the most important resource in the franchise system, in addition, the uniform decoration plans of franchise stores, window designs, original advertising slogans,… Continue reading IP and Data in Franchising in China

The PIPL Requires Data Mapping of Personal Information

With the new Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), the assessment of the impact on data subjects through the Personal Information Security Impact Assessment (PISIA) becomes the center of attention. PISIA assesses the legal compliance of current personal data processing, identifies the risks to data subjects, and evaluates the effectiveness of the data protection measures taken.… Continue reading The PIPL Requires Data Mapping of Personal Information