We are nearing the end of our series of interviews with leading figures in the privacy field, in celebration of the 5th anniversary of the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law).

To conclude these enriching interviews, we invited our CEO, Aline Deparis, to share her perspective on the trajectory of the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) and its next steps.  

Aline Deparis is a systems analyst with over 17 years of experience in the IT sector. She has served as president of Assespro-RS and CETI-RS (Council of IT Entities of RS), and is currently a member of the Fiscal Council of Icolab and co-founder and advisor of Maven Inventing. She has provided entrepreneurship mentoring at Federasul and has actively participated in the startup, entrepreneurship, privacy, and women in IT communities. She is currently the CEO of Privacy Tools, a privacytech company that provides privacy management tools.

Check out the interview with Aline Deparis below.

How would you rate the progress made in privacy and data protection over the past five years?

Over the past 5 years, there have been very significant advances, both in Brazil and worldwide, especially regarding awareness of people's rights over their personal data.

We certainly have a long way to go, considering that data protection is a complex issue involving legal, technological, and social matters. 

What have been the main impacts of the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) over the last five years since its implementation? 

I believe that strengthening the rights of data subjects has had a very positive impact. People have come to better understand how their data is being used and, consequently, to demand more transparency from companies. Furthermore, the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) has encouraged companies to adopt measures to comply with the legislation, involving the revision of privacy policies and contracts with third parties, thus causing a cultural shift. 

This was exemplified in the application of the first fine that was recently imposed, reinforcing the debate surrounding the ANPD's active oversight of compliance with the legislation.

What technological advancements or emerging trends do you believe could significantly influence the implementation and ongoing compliance with the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) in the coming years?

Artificial Intelligence is already being used and represents a significant advancement, ensuring greater speed and accuracy. Companies can use it in various ways, such as chatbots, facilitating communication with consumers, and even as a security mechanism to assist in cases of cyberattacks. 

AI can automate repetitive privacy-related tasks, such as data classification, consent management, and responding to data subject requests. This saves time and resources while ensuring continuous compliance.

Of course, along with this technology, a more focused approach to compliance with the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) is necessary. The ANPD (National Data Protection Authority) already has this topic on its agenda for discussions regarding the regulation of AI, which, combined with the LGPD, will certainly bring many benefits to everyone. 

From your perspective, what are the future expectations for the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law), considering possible changes, regulatory improvements, and developments in the field of digital privacy?

As I mentioned earlier, I believe that topics related to Artificial Intelligence will continue to be widely debated, both by the authorities and the public, given the complexity of the subject and the various points to be considered. 

I believe that in the coming years we will see an increase in regulatory activity on the part of the ANPD (National Data Protection Authority) as it intensifies its oversight.

Furthermore, public awareness and education regarding privacy and data protection are progressing, indicating that people are increasingly understanding the importance of this issue and actively engaging in this discussion. 

During incredible interviews with leading figures in the field of privacy, we delved into the nuances, challenges, and perspectives of this journey toward stronger and more effective data protection.

It's important to keep in mind that the journey towards privacy is far from over; after all, it's a journey, not a final destination. The future holds new regulations and constant technological evolution.

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