Navigating GDPR with Catawiki’s Paul Breitbarth

In this episode, we explore the world of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Catawiki’s Data Protection Lead Paul Breitbarth. We cover GDPR's history, business essentials, compliance significance, and the art of harmonizing business objectives with regulatory demands.

Paul breaks down key GDPR components, emphasizing their role in safeguarding data privacy. From data handling to breach notification, listeners gain insights into essential compliance steps.

The heart of the conversation revolves around the challenge of balancing business goals with GDPR rules. Practical strategies are discussed, including privacy-conscious approaches and effective data protection policies. This episode is a guide for businesses and individuals navigating GDPR's complexities, offering actionable insights for responsible data management and privacy protection.

Topics:

• What was the immediate impact on businesses when GDPR came into effect? How did the world respond?
• What are the main requirements of a business when it comes to GDPR?
• What are the key rights granted to individuals under GDPR, and how can they exercise these rights?
• What are the technical requirements?
• What are some common challenges businesses face when implementing GDPR compliance?
• How has GDPR influenced the handling of data breaches and security incidents?
• What are the fines for non-compliance?
• What does it mean to be compliant?
• Can you really be 100% compliant? Is that realistic?
• How can a business navigate GDPR compliance, balance all the needs, and still do business?
• What are the responsibilities and obligations of data processors and data controllers under GDPR?
• Are there any recent updates or amendments to GDPR that businesses should be aware of?
• What’s the future of GDPR?