Actions based on inaccurate personal data may result in bad business decisions and may cause harm to consumers. Data is the fuel which drives business decision making. This is particularly true in the social media, advertising, healthcare, banking and insurance sectors. The importance of data accuracy is set to skyrocket. 5G networks and the Internet… Read More
The Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) (“PDPA”) requires the Controller to comply with the three limitations on collecting, using and disclosing personal data, which are (1) the purpose limitation under Section 21 of the PDPA; (2) the source limitation under Section 25 PDPA; and (3) the proportionality limitation under Section 22 of the… Read More
Under the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) (“PDPA”) notice and consent are two separate but related matters required for any collection, use or disclosure of personal data. Notice RequirementThe PDPA requires the Controller to notify each data subject of the purpose of any collection, use or disclosure of personal data prior to or… Read More
Overview The Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) (“PDPA”) of Thailand came into force in part on the 28th of May 2019. It establishes a legal framework which protects personal data of individuals and allows businesses to realize economic values from personal data. A one-year grace period up to the 28th May 2020 is… Read More
INTA’s 2019 Asia Conference: Brands in Changing Times, October 17-18 in Kuala Lumpur will look into issues surrounding brand owners doing business in the region so that they may innovate, protect, enforce, and grow. With the global marketplace changing at record speed, brands and their legal teams must evolve with the times. So, if you… Read More
Dear Clients and Colleagues, There have been various legislative updates and changes in the intellectual property law and practice of Thailand in 2018, and further developments can be expected in 2019. To keep you updated of these developments, we list some key updates and changes as shown below. 1. Accession to Madrid Protocol The… Read More