Excitement in the digital world: New Data Protection Act TDDDG comes into force!

Excitement in the digital world: New Data Protection Act TDDDG comes into force!

Ravensburg, Deutschland - A sad incident occurred in Cologne: In the early morning hours, a vehicle that was parked on a company premises was broken open. According to rv-news.de, the disc of the passenger door was broken and personal items stolen. The exact time of the incident is so far unclear, but the police in Cologne initiated the investigation and is looking for witnesses.

What makes things even more annoying? The car belongs to an employee of a regional company who is dependent on this mobile pedestal. The damage is not only material, but also affects the ability of the person concerned. As is well known, such incidents can severely affect confidence in security at the workplace.

relevance of data protection and digital laws

On December 01, 2021, the TDDDG (Telecommunications Digital Dienste Data Protection Act) came into force to regulate the handling of data on end devices. This legislation complements the already established requirements of the GDPR) and ensures that users can only access their data with their express consent. In the event of violations, fines of up to 300,000 euros can be imposed. An area that is important for many companies because the legal consequences can be serious.

An important point that the TDDDG appeals is to design cookie banners on websites. These must be clear and understandable and offer the user real options - no "Dark Patterns" that lead to unwanted consent. Such laws show that data protection is not only a legal but also moral responsibility.

Effective measures against data abuse

In a time when our personal data are so vulnerable, the question remains how we can make our digital life safer. This problem affects not only companies, but also each of us. It is important to stay vigilant and to always find out about the legal framework such as the TDDDG and the GDPR.