China approved more than 90 per cent of overseas data transfers in 2024: top regulator
Minority blocked either unnecessary or did not meet security standards, says first update from internet watchdog since rules were eased
The less than 10 per cent blocked were either deemed as unnecessary or did not meet security standards, according to the update from the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC).
“Most projects failed the assessment primarily because the data processors did not obtain the necessary consent from individuals as required by law, except for a few that did not pass due to insufficient necessity for important data exports or security risks,” Wang Qi, deputy director of the CAC’s network data management bureau, said on Tuesday.
The eased rules also apply to data related to activities including opening bank accounts and booking flights or hotels.