The Genesis and Objectives of Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)

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The Lei Geral de Proteu00e7u00e3o de Dados (LGPD) is a significant piece of legislation enacted in Brazil in August 2018 to regulate the use of personal data. The law aims to provide a holistic framework for data protection, allowing individuals to have more control over their personal data, requiring organizations to be transparent and accountable, and encouraging ethical data processing. The LGPD draws inspiration from the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and provides a standardized set of rules, outlining nine lawful bases for data processing. This legislation marks a significant step forward in the regulation of data protection in Brazil, positioning the country as a leader in Latin America and aligning it with global standards.