The U.K. Department of Science, Innovation and Technology opened a public call for evidence 17 March seeking information on how data brokers’ business activities may pose a potential risk to national security. Stakeholders are invited to answer a 41-question survey prior to 13 May featuring four subject areas: definition and services of data brokers, national security, security and regulatory frameworks, and consumer awareness and transparency. Meanwhile, the DSIT opened an additional call for evidence on designing regulations enabling safe data access and sharing practices.
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