Data protection regulations have transformed how organizations respond to breaches. Non-compliance can result in fines that dwarf the cost of the breach itself.
GDPR Enforcement
Since its implementation, GDPR has resulted in over €4.5 billion in fines. Meta alone has been fined €2.5 billion for various data protection violations. The regulation requires breach notification within 72 hours.
The Patchwork of US Laws
With no comprehensive federal privacy law, organizations must navigate a complex web of state regulations including CCPA/CPRA, Virginia’s CDPA, Colorado’s CPA, and dozens of state breach notification laws.