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    NAME: TAER, NICOLE Q.

    SECTION: BS
    ARCH 201
    LIVING IN THE IT ERA
    ASSIGNMENT: Case Study: Information Control and Privacy in the Philippines
    News Article of Manila Bulletin titled Stronger Data Privacy Law Sought
    written
    by Bernie Cahiles-Magkilat
    1. What are the main reasons behind the National Privacy Commission’s
    (NPC) push to amend the Data Privacy Act of 2012?
    - The National Privacy Commission (NPC) believes that the Data Privacy Act
    needs to be improved in response to the ongoing technological
    advancements. As technology becomes more advanced, it is important that
    the law is improved to ensure the safety of personal data. This will also help
    to guarantee that everyone’s personal information is properly handled as is
    nowadays the case in many areas. It is also the goal of the NPC to enhance
    consumer trust as people take up more activities within the digital space.
    -
    2. How do the proposed amendments aim to enhance the enforcement
    capabilities of the NPC?
    - The National Prosecutor’s Office (NPO) will be empowered to summon and
    subpoena people and fine and detain them. The law will be enforced more
    efficiently due to the enhanced capability of NPO. With this additional power,
    the NPO will be able to legally enforce compliance with the law by both
    persons and corporate entities. This shall help to enforce the legality and
    adherence of the law as one of the ways to help the equal application of the
    law.

    3. What new types of information are included in the redefined “sensitive


    personal information” under the proposed amendments?
    - The definition of "sensitive personal information" has been expanded to
    include more data types under the proposed revisions. The personal
    identifiers like financial and health information, it now includes genetic
    information or political alignment and biometric identifiers such as
    fingerprints or photos of faces. With this broadening of focus, the intention is
    to enhance protection of identity in the context of data and privacy.

    4. How does the proposed digital age of consent for processing personal
    information impact the protection of minors?
    - The 2012 Data Privacy Act or Republic Act no 10173, sets the age of 15 years
    as the age of consent for the processing of personal information. In this
    scenario, teenagers, when utilizing platforms such as social networks, leave
    their data and are subjected to the guidelines of the site. Without the
    permission of their parents or guardians, children under this age can not use
    such sites. The purpose is to prevent the youths from the dangers of
    engaging in such activities and to make sure that their information is treated
    properly.

    5. What are the new criteria for lawful processing of sensitive personal
    information introduced in the proposed amendments?
    - The suitable delivery of contracts is the new foundation for managing
    sensitive personal data. This change ensure that people's rights are protected
    and that their data is handled appropriately. Organizations can now operate
    with sensitive data in an accountable and transparent manner by processing
    it according to with clear agreements or contracts. This change seeks to
    make data management safer and more honest by establishing a balance
    between individual protection and companies' legal requirements.

    6. How do the proposed amendments address the extraterritorial


    application of the Data Privacy Act?
    - The proposed amendments to the Data Privacy Act (DPA) aim to clarify how
    the law applies to data processing outside the country. This ensures that
    individuals’ data protection rights are respected, no matter where their data
    is processed, whether within the country or internationally. Data flows freely
    and people require strong protection for their personal data.

    7. What changes to criminal penalties are suggested in the proposed


    amendments, and how might these affect compliance?
    - The proposed revisions will alter the Data Privacy Act's criminal
    consequences. The changes would grant judges the authority to determine
    whether to punish those who break the law with fines or jail time. This implies
    that judges have the authority to choose the proper penalty in each case by
    taking consideration of its specific conditions. Additionally, courts can decide
    on less severe penalties or lesser fines for minor violations.

    8. What are the potential benefits and challenges for businesses in the
    Philippines if the proposed amendments are implemented?
    - There are positive and negative that businesses within the Philippines may
    encounter when the recommended changes are applied. On the positive side,
    stronger changes on protection of data will improve customer confidence in
    the firms and make them feel more secure when providing personal
    information for use by the companies. Trust among customers can lead to
    increased sales and consumer loyalty. In addition, improvements on data
    privacy may also enhance the international image of the Philippines and
    attract foreign investments and companies.

    9. How do the proposed amendments align with international data


    protection standards, and what implications does this have for the
    Philippines?
    - By conforming to the procedures, the Philippines, which seems to gain
    various advantages from this alignment, can do so, for instance, in dealing
    with PDs via procedures found in the General Data Protection Regulation
    (GDPR). Exchanging int'l principles with political and cultural assistance
    strengthens the claim that PD is taken seriously in the Philippines. As a
    byproduct, businesses and consumers may develop greater trust. If the legal
    framework for data privacy will be enhanced, new expansionary businesses
    would consider entering the Philippine market.

    10. In what ways might the proposed amendments to the Data Privacy
    Act impact the trust and confidence of individuals in digital
    transactions?
    - Improved online transaction security may result from Data Privacy Act and
    expanding the National Privacy Commission's (NPC) authority. People would
    feel more secure about the handling of their personal data as a result. The
    modifications can guarantee more secure and trustworthy online interactions
    by successfully implementing privacy regulations, which is crucial for
    safeguarding sensitive data. Users will probably become more confident in
    the nation's digital economy as long as businesses are pushed to abide by
    data protection laws.

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