Recital 5*
Commission Proposal
| (5) Rapid technological developments and globalisation have brought new challenges for the protection of personal data. The scale of data sharing and collecting has increased spectacularly. Technology allows both private companies and public authorities to make use of personal data on an unprecedented scale in order to pursue their activities. Individuals increasingly make personal information available publicly and globally.Technology has transformed both the economy and social life, and requires to further facilitate the free flow of data within the Union and the transfer to third countries and international organisations, while ensuring an high level of the protection of personal data. |
EDRi’s Proposed amendment
| (5) Rapid technological developments and globalisation have brought new challenges for the protection of personal data. The scale of data sharing and |
Justification
While the Regulation has two aims – protecting personal data and allowing their free flow within the Union -, the first objective should be stressed more.
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