Safer digital life: China implements first law on personal data protection
2021-11-02 09:13:20 source：CGTN
November 1, 2021
China has been ramping up efforts to protect personal data security. Its Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) that was passed in August, went into force on Monday.
With the rapid development of the internet, mobile applications and mini programs, social media platforms have become an essential part of people's daily life, meeting their needs for diverse services.
However, questions come along with convenience. After searching for a product on a platform, some consumers have found that other platforms may start to push the same product. Meanwhile, others complain of price discrimination where one user pays more for the same item on the same platform. They also complain that the privacy policy terms on applications are not always reader-friendly.
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