In this episode of PrivacyRules Espresso, Alessandro Di Mattia is joined by Mariano Peruzzotti for an insightful discussion on the future of data protection in Argentina and what it means for organizations operating across borders. Argentina’s data protection law, once considered pioneering and instrumental in securing EU adequacy status, is now 25 years old.
Mariano explores the ongoing legislative efforts to modernize the country’s privacy framework, the political momentum behind current reform proposals, and the potential impact of new provisions inspired by the GDPR.
Key topics discussed in this episode include:
🔹 The current status of Argentina’s data protection reform;
🔹 Legislative initiatives and the likelihood of a new privacy law;
🔹 GDPR-inspired principles, including accountability, privacy by design, and privacy by default;
🔹 New rights for individuals, such as data portability and protections against automated decision-making;
🔹 Emerging AI-related provisions and regulatory sandboxes for innovation;
🔹 The relationship between privacy reform, international trade, and cross-border data transfers;
🔹 Important developments for multinational organizations operating in Argentina;
🔹 Practical recommendations for privacy, legal, and compliance professionals;
Mariano also shares his perspective on the challenges facing organizations as Argentina seeks to balance innovation, international trade opportunities, and the protection of personal data in an evolving regulatory landscape.