Internet Freedom Foundation
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Born out of #SaveTheInternet. IFF advances democratic freedoms for every Indian in a digital society.
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While Data Protection is essential, the vagueness in India’s statutory regime leaves room for executive discretion, potentially used to target dissenting opinions.
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January 31, 2025 at 7:20 AM
While Data Protection is essential, the vagueness in India’s statutory regime leaves room for executive discretion, potentially used to target dissenting opinions.
Let us not be silenced! Become a member of IFF & help us speak truth to power.
https://internetfreedom.in/donate/ 10/10
Let us not be silenced! Become a member of IFF & help us speak truth to power.
https://internetfreedom.in/donate/ 10/10
🚨 Furthermore, obligations to share data with authorities under Section 36 can expose marginalised communities to surveillance risks, potentially jeopardising their safety and trust in the organisation. Balancing privacy with compliance is key. 9/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:19 AM
🚨 Furthermore, obligations to share data with authorities under Section 36 can expose marginalised communities to surveillance risks, potentially jeopardising their safety and trust in the organisation. Balancing privacy with compliance is key. 9/10
📝 Dilution of RTI Act: The Data Protection Act’s amendments to the RTI Act could undermine transparency by allowing authorities to withhold information under the guise of protecting personal data. This may limit accountability and hinder civil society's work. 8/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:19 AM
📝 Dilution of RTI Act: The Data Protection Act’s amendments to the RTI Act could undermine transparency by allowing authorities to withhold information under the guise of protecting personal data. This may limit accountability and hinder civil society's work. 8/10
💸 Compliance comes at a significant cost. NGOs must invest in secure data storage, encryption, and legal expertise, diverting funds from their core missions. This is a huge burden, particularly for smaller organisations with limited resources. 7/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:19 AM
💸 Compliance comes at a significant cost. NGOs must invest in secure data storage, encryption, and legal expertise, diverting funds from their core missions. This is a huge burden, particularly for smaller organisations with limited resources. 7/10
🧑🤝🧑These obligations present serious challenges for NGOs, especially in rural areas. Obtaining informed consent and delivering clear, understandable data processing notices becomes tough due to low tech access and varying education levels. 6/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:19 AM
🧑🤝🧑These obligations present serious challenges for NGOs, especially in rural areas. Obtaining informed consent and delivering clear, understandable data processing notices becomes tough due to low tech access and varying education levels. 6/10
NGOs and civil society orgs handling personal data must ensure clear consent, provide security safeguards, and fulfill Data Fiduciary duties under the Data Protection Act and the Draft Rules ! 🔒📜5/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:19 AM
NGOs and civil society orgs handling personal data must ensure clear consent, provide security safeguards, and fulfill Data Fiduciary duties under the Data Protection Act and the Draft Rules ! 🔒📜5/10
🔒Consent is key! Data Fiduciaries must get clear consent from Data Principals (like donors, beneficiaries, and volunteers) before processing their personal data. It’s simple but crucial. 4/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:18 AM
🔒Consent is key! Data Fiduciaries must get clear consent from Data Principals (like donors, beneficiaries, and volunteers) before processing their personal data. It’s simple but crucial. 4/10
🌍 Nationality doesn’t matter— even if you're a foreign entity processing personal data related to activities in India, you must comply with the Data Protection Act and the Draft Rules. This ensures global data privacy standards. 3/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:18 AM
🌍 Nationality doesn’t matter— even if you're a foreign entity processing personal data related to activities in India, you must comply with the Data Protection Act and the Draft Rules. This ensures global data privacy standards. 3/10
The Data Protection Act and the Draft Rules apply if you’re processing personal data within India, whether it's digital or digitised. If you're deciding how that data will be handled, you’re a Data Fiduciary! 2/10
January 31, 2025 at 7:18 AM
The Data Protection Act and the Draft Rules apply if you’re processing personal data within India, whether it's digital or digitised. If you're deciding how that data will be handled, you’re a Data Fiduciary! 2/10
Localisation ≠ Security. India’s push for AI dominance via data laws may backfire, risking surveillance & economic losses. Let’s rethink data sovereignty beyond state control.
Full analysis by Karthika Rajmohan here […]
Full analysis by Karthika Rajmohan here […]
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January 28, 2025 at 6:54 AM
Localisation ≠ Security. India’s push for AI dominance via data laws may backfire, risking surveillance & economic losses. Let’s rethink data sovereignty beyond state control.
Full analysis by Karthika Rajmohan here […]
Full analysis by Karthika Rajmohan here […]
From unchecked govt discretion in cross-border data transfer rules to surveillance risks, the data localisation framework is a double-edged sword. It may claim “data sovereignty,” but at what cost to rights & global cooperation? Karthika Rajmohan explains. 2/3
January 28, 2025 at 6:53 AM
From unchecked govt discretion in cross-border data transfer rules to surveillance risks, the data localisation framework is a double-edged sword. It may claim “data sovereignty,” but at what cost to rights & global cooperation? Karthika Rajmohan explains. 2/3
With a strong focus on ethical AI and inclusive governance, our partnership is dedicated to empowering communities, championing justice, and ensuring technology serves everyone.
Stay tuned as we work towards a fairer, more rights-centered AI future!🌟3/3
Stay tuned as we work towards a fairer, more rights-centered AI future!🌟3/3
January 23, 2025 at 10:32 AM
With a strong focus on ethical AI and inclusive governance, our partnership is dedicated to empowering communities, championing justice, and ensuring technology serves everyone.
Stay tuned as we work towards a fairer, more rights-centered AI future!🌟3/3
Stay tuned as we work towards a fairer, more rights-centered AI future!🌟3/3
AIKC is a multi-stakeholder initiative dedicated to fostering inclusive AI governance in India, empowering communities, & shaping policies that ensure AI uplifts rather than divides. 2/3
January 23, 2025 at 10:31 AM
AIKC is a multi-stakeholder initiative dedicated to fostering inclusive AI governance in India, empowering communities, & shaping policies that ensure AI uplifts rather than divides. 2/3
This verdict is a turning point. Privacy is competition, and CCI’s bold stance could set a global precedent. Stay tuned for updates—and join IFF to keep fighting for your rights in the digital age. 💪 7/7
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January 20, 2025 at 9:36 AM
This verdict is a turning point. Privacy is competition, and CCI’s bold stance could set a global precedent. Stay tuned for updates—and join IFF to keep fighting for your rights in the digital age. 💪 7/7
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What’s next? Meta & WhatsApp have appealed to NCLAT, claiming CCI overstepped. IFF is a respondent, opposing the appeal. The case continues on Jan 23, 2025. This battle isn’t just legal—it's about your digital rights in the face of Big Tech. 6/7
January 20, 2025 at 9:35 AM
What’s next? Meta & WhatsApp have appealed to NCLAT, claiming CCI overstepped. IFF is a respondent, opposing the appeal. The case continues on Jan 23, 2025. This battle isn’t just legal—it's about your digital rights in the face of Big Tech. 6/7
Privacy + competition? The “privacy-antitrust paradox” is real. Around the world, regulators are starting to see how data practices drive market power. CCI’s order is a big step for India, making privacy a competitive parameter, especially in zero-price markets. 5/7
January 20, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Privacy + competition? The “privacy-antitrust paradox” is real. Around the world, regulators are starting to see how data practices drive market power. CCI’s order is a big step for India, making privacy a competitive parameter, especially in zero-price markets. 5/7
This is about you. Your personal data fuels Meta’s empire—targeted ads, WhatsApp Business, & cross-platform integration. The 2021 Policy killed opt-outs, giving Meta an unfair edge while ignoring privacy concerns. 4/7
January 20, 2025 at 9:35 AM
This is about you. Your personal data fuels Meta’s empire—targeted ads, WhatsApp Business, & cross-platform integration. The 2021 Policy killed opt-outs, giving Meta an unfair edge while ignoring privacy concerns. 4/7
Why does this matter? CCI defined two key markets: OTT messaging (think WhatsApp) and online display ads. Meta’s dominance in both was linked to its vast data collection, creating a loop: more data → better ads → more revenue → more dominance. 3/7
January 20, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Why does this matter? CCI defined two key markets: OTT messaging (think WhatsApp) and online display ads. Meta’s dominance in both was linked to its vast data collection, creating a loop: more data → better ads → more revenue → more dominance. 3/7
The case? WhatsApp’s 2021 Policy forced users to accept broad data-sharing with Meta or lose access. CCI found this “take it or leave it” approach abusive, leveraging Meta’s dominance in messaging & online ads to crush competition and exploit user data. 2/7
January 20, 2025 at 9:34 AM
The case? WhatsApp’s 2021 Policy forced users to accept broad data-sharing with Meta or lose access. CCI found this “take it or leave it” approach abusive, leveraging Meta’s dominance in messaging & online ads to crush competition and exploit user data. 2/7