الحماية القانونية للبيانات الشخصية في ظل التشريعات الرقمية الحديثة: الحماية القانونية للبيانات الشخصية في ظل التشريعات الرقمية الحديثة

د. عمر مؤيد محمود

doi:10.61856/s3s84s80

Authors

Dr. Omar Muayad Mahmood كلية القانون – جامعة تكريت – العراق , Faculté de droit, Université de Tikrit, Irak , Faculty of Law, University of Tikrit, Iraq Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61856/s3s84s80

Keywords:

Personal Data, Legal Protection, Digital Privacy, Modern Legislation, Digital Law.

Abstract

This research deals with the issue of legal protection of personal data in light of the rapid developments of digital technologies, and the accompanying expansion of data collection, processing, and circulation through electronic platforms, which raises serious legal questions about the adequacy of the current legislative framework in protecting the privacy of individuals. The importance of the research stems from the escalation of personal data violations, the damage they cause to individuals and communities, as well as the growing need to align laws with international standards such as the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The research also aims to highlight the gap between traditional legislation and the new challenges posed by the digital environment. The research problem lies in the following question: Do the current legislation provide effective and adequate protection of personal data in the modern digital environment? This raises several questions, including the limits of the legal liability of electronic service providers, enforcement and control mechanisms, and the extent of the commitment of Arab countries to modern legislation. The research found that many national legislations still fall short of keeping pace with digital transformations, which requires radical legal reforms that include enacting specialized laws, strengthening the role of regulatory bodies, and spreading legal awareness among users to ensure effective protection of personal data in the digital age.

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Legal Protection of Personal Data in Light of Modern Digital Legislation