Encryption, consent, and control: Technical pillars of GDPR

Abstract

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) necessitates robust technical measures to ensure compliance. This article explores three core pillars: encryption for securing data, consent mechanisms for lawful processing, and control rights empowering data subjects. It highlights challenges such as globalization, rapid technological advancements, implementation hurdles for companies, and the integration of technologies like blockchain and AI in achieving GDPR compliance, emphasizing the need for privacy-preserving techniques and user-centric design.