Package includes:

Online CPD Module  l  Electronic booklet  l  PowerPoint Presentation

Package Fee (incl GST)

• $149 - NZLS members and Associate members
• $179 - Non-members

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Online CPD Module

Lawyers in all practice areas must have some understanding of data security and privacy to ensure that they can effectively assist their clients in managing this rapidly evolving environment. This module will provide a refresh on the key requirements under the Privacy Act 2020, a discussion on some of the practical implications and trends arising from New Zealand’s updated privacy laws, and a brief update of the international privacy landscape.

Learning objectives

By completing this module you will:

• Understand the key requirements of the Privacy Act 2020.
• Learn about trends arising from the new mandatory breach reporting regime.
• Gain an insight into privacy considerations in light of new technology and international developments.

Electronic paper 

Authors: Kate Anderson, Suzy McMillan
Published: 1 June 2023
Pages: 32

Introduction

In a world where technology takes centre stage, we experience data breaches on a seemingly regular basis, and artificial intelligence technologies are rapidly evolving, it is imperative that we all understand our responsibilities to protect information under privacy law and continue to assess and appropriately manage cyber security risks. Following the introduction of New Zealand’s new Privacy Act in 2020, we have seen a significant increase in the volume and complexity of privacy related legal work which demonstrates an increased awareness by organisations of the importance of protecting personal information and an acknowledgement of the potential serious consequences of non-compliance.

This paper will provide a general overview of the key principles of the Privacy Act 2020 and a summary of the key themes and trends identified by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner in their annual report of the mandatory data breach reporting regime. We’ll also explore some of the most recent and interesting developments in the privacy law space, both here in New Zealand and overseas.

PowerPoint Presentation

These are the slides included in the presentation.