Google Cloud and Deloitte India reveal how privacy regulations shape India’s digital transformation, emphasizing cloud computing’s role in simplifying compliance amid worldwide data explosion of 402.74 million terabytes daily.
A joint white paper by Google Cloud and Deloitte India highlights how data privacy regulations are shaping India’s digital landscape as the country progresses toward becoming a digitally advanced nation.
The report, titled “A billion minds, one vision: Data privacy as the pillar of Viksit Bharat,” examines the intersection of digital transformation, cloud computing, and data privacy regulations in India, particularly in light of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) enacted in August 2023.
Key findings suggest organizations should adopt a privacy-first approach during their cloud migration journeys. The paper emphasizes that cloud computing can simplify compliance with privacy regulations through built-in security features, robust data encryption, and granular access controls.
The paper emphasizes that cloud computing can simplify compliance with privacy regulations through built-in security features, robust data encryption, and granular access controls.
The authors note that data privacy legislation has become critical in today’s digital landscape where approximately 402.74 million terabytes of data are generated daily worldwide. With about 137 countries now having data protection legislation, accountability through consent-based processing has emerged as a common fundamental principle.
For Indian organizations specifically, the DPDPA presents an opportunity to optimize data collection and governance processes. The report recommends implementing Privacy-by-Design (PbD) principles throughout cloud infrastructures to ensure comprehensive personal data protection.
The paper addresses key regulatory concerns including data localization, security requirements, and cross-border data transfers. It highlights how cloud service providers (CSPs) are adapting to these requirements by collaborating with local data centers and implementing advanced security controls.
Additionally, the report explores how artificial intelligence technologies, including generative AI, are being leveraged to enhance data privacy implementations through improved sensitive data discovery and real-time monitoring capabilities.
For CISOs navigating this landscape, the authors suggest that cloud adoption can provide a smoother path to aligning with data privacy laws while fostering a privacy-first culture that enhances customer trust in the digital age.
