Riyadh hosted a specialized meeting on licensing and accreditation activities for personal data protection, involving private sector representatives and providers of data-related services and products in Saudi Arabia.
According to SPA, the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) organized the event to strengthen the regulatory environment for personal data protection and expand partnerships with the private sector. The initiative aims to enhance the readiness of specialized companies to contribute to the national personal data protection ecosystem.
SDAIA invited stakeholders to submit feedback on draft standards and guidelines regarding licensing activities and accreditation certificates. These submissions are being collected through Istitlaa, the unified electronic platform for public and government consultations.
The meeting reviewed the regulatory framework, including requirements, conditions, and relevant guidelines. Discussions centered on enabling specialized companies to adopt best practices and strengthen compliance with the Personal Data Protection Law and its implementing regulations. The session also served as a platform for specialists and private-sector representatives to exchange expertise and views.
What was the purpose of the meeting organized by SDAIA in Riyadh? The meeting was organized by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) to discuss licensing and accreditation activities in personal data protection. It aimed to strengthen the regulatory environment and expand partnerships with the private sector, while enhancing the readiness of specialized companies to contribute to the national personal data protection ecosystem by bringing together service providers and private sector representatives.
How can stakeholders provide feedback on the draft standards and guidelines? Stakeholders can submit their feedback on draft standards and guidelines covering accreditation certificates and licensing activities through Istitlaa. This is the unified electronic platform used for government and public consultations, and SDAIA provided specific links for these submissions to ensure the regulatory framework for personal data protection is developed with relevant input.
What specific regulatory topics were discussed during the SDAIA meeting? The meeting reviewed the regulatory framework governing accreditation and licensing activities, including the associated conditions, requirements, and guidelines. Discussions focused on helping specialized companies adopt best practices and strengthening their compliance with the implementing regulations and the Personal Data Protection Law.