China Tightens Oversight of Personal Data Gathering on Internet
A pedestrian looks at a smart phone in Chongqing, China.
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China has issued draft regulations for the governance of personal information collection from the internet and its use by applicants, as part of its efforts to safeguard users’ rights and promote transparency.
The Cyberspace Administration of China said in a statement Saturday that apps must clearly disclose collection rules, obtain informed consent, and limit data usage to essential purposes. The proposals are open for public consultation until Feb. 9.