Can I learn about GDPR without being overwhelmed? Yes, you can! In this first chapter, you will learn about the building blocks and the basics of the GDPR to get you ready to explore its principles and use cases in real life. And hopefully, you will appreciate GDPR rather than fear it.

Why GDPR?

First ideas about GDPR

Can we do anything at all with GDPR?

What is GDPR?

Personal data according to GDPR

To process or not to process

Who is responsible?

With great data comes great responsibility

Data breach! Now what?

GDPR  no fear!

In this chapter, you will learn about the core concepts of GDPR- the 7 GDPR principles, legal bases for data processing, data subject rights, international data transfers, and examples of enforcement consequences for organizations.

GDPR principles explained

GDPR principles in practice

From principles to practice

How much is too much?

Legal bases for data processing

Options

Informed consent

Legitimate interest

Know your legal basis

Legitimate interest, what's that again?

Real impact!

GDPR adequacy decisions

GDPR adequate

Needs additional safeguards

Adequate or not?

Fines are not fine

Data subject rights

Data subject access requests

Data subject rights, good practices

Rights in action

GDPR concepts in a nutshell

Security in GDPR is much more than securing your company against computer viruses and malware attacks. In this chapter, we'll learn all about the organizational and technical measures required for data protection. We'll also look into the privacy-by-design approach to be resilient to evolving privacy risks.

Security and GDPR

Integrity and confidentiality

A must-have or nice-to-have?

Technical measures

Technically speaking..

Check the tech

Anonymization

Truly anonymous

Calculated risk

Privacy by design & privacy-enhancing technologies

By design or by default?

Narrowing down privacy by design

So what do PETs do again?

Security of Data Processing

We've learned so much about data protection and GDPR. Have you ever wondered what's next? How is GDPR relevant globally, given emerging technologies and changing societies?  This chapter will provide you with some answers.

GDPR: big data and AI

Who am (A)I?

AI and GDPR

Automated decision making and profiling

Weapons of math destruction

The computer said so

Risks and opportunities

Do no harm

Double-edged sword

GDPR: What's next?

Evolution, not revolution

Last but not the least

Congratulations

GDPR, AI, and the future

Learn about GDPR  without the complex legal jargon. As you’ll work through this course, you’ll work on a variety of concepts that will be elaborated with practical examples and use cases.
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Whether you are a data scientist, manager, student, or curious citizen, you may have heard about GDPR in some form.
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Since it took effect, GDPR, or the General Data Protection Regulation, is arguably the most influential data protection law in the world. Whether you live in the EU or not, GDPR impacts how you do business and how it might influence the data protection laws and procedures wherever you are.
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After completing the course, you will have a clear understanding of GDPR principles, the accountability obligations, and how your and your company can benefit by setting up GDPR-compliant processes not only for the present but also to be able to adapt to evolving technologies and regulations.

<h2> Understand GDPR </h2>
Learn about GDPR  without the complex legal jargon. As you’ll work through this course, you’ll work on a variety of concepts that will be elaborated with practical examples and use cases.
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Whether you are a data scientist, manager, student, or curious citizen, you may have heard about GDPR in some form.
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<h2>Discover The Purpose of GDPR</h2>
Since it took effect, GDPR, or the General Data Protection Regulation, is arguably the most influential data protection law in the world. Whether you live in the EU or not, GDPR impacts how you do business and how it might influence the data protection laws and procedures wherever you are.
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<h2>Learn About GDPR Principles</h2>
After completing the course, you will have a clear understanding of GDPR principles, the accountability obligations, and how your and your company can benefit by setting up GDPR-compliant processes not only for the present but also to be able to adapt to evolving technologies and regulations.

Gain a clear understanding of GDPR principles and how to set up GDPR-compliant processes in this comprehensive course. 

Understanding GDPR | Explore General Data Protection Regulation 

Understanding GDPR

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From principles to practice

Understanding GDPR

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