INDUSTRY BREAKDOWN

Even with 3 decades experience, it is difficult to develop a comprehensive strategy to protect against all potential data breaches across all industries, as the risk landscape is constantly changing...

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ADVANCED MANUFACTURING AND 4.0 INDUSTRY

The use of technology-driven manufacturing methods that allow for the automation, digitisation, and optimisation of manufacturing processes. This technology-driven approach to manufacturing allows companies to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality...

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AEROSPACE INDUSTRY

The aerospace industry must comply with GDPR to protect EU individuals' data, such as employee, customer, pilot, and supplier data. This includes sensitive data like employment, financial, location, flight, and personal data...

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AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY

The agricultural industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with the personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INDUSTRY

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Industry involves the development and deployment of systems and algorithms that can perform tasks that would typically require human intelligence, such as learning, problem-solving, and decision-making...

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AUGMENTED REALITY INDUSTRY

The use of technology that enhances or augments a user's perception of the real world. AR technology is used in a wide range of applications, such as gaming, education, and training, and can be delivered through various devices, including smartphones, tablets, and smart glasses...

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AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

The automotive industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it collects and processes large amounts of personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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BASIC METALS INDUSTRY

The basic metal industry, like any other industry that handles personal data, needs to be GDPR compliant because it involves the collection, storage, and use of personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU)...

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BIOMETRICS INDUSTRY

The Biometrics industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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BLOCKCHAIN AND CRYPTOCURRENCY INDUSTRY

The use of decentralised digital ledgers, known as blockchains, to record and verify transactions. These transactions can include the transfer of digital currencies, such as Bitcoin, as well as the transfer of other assets, such as property and legal documents...

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CHEMICAL INDUSTRY

The chemical industry handles large amounts of personal data, including data of customers, employees, suppliers and other stakeholders, as well as data of individuals who may be affected by the company's operations and products...

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COMPUTER INDUSTRY

The computer industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with the personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

The construction industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with the personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders...

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CREATIVE INDUSTRY

The creative industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with the personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, performers, and other stakeholders...

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CULTURAL INDUSTRY

The cultural industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with the personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, performers, and other stakeholders...

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DEFENCE INDUSTRY

The Defence industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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DIGITAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS INDUSTRY

The use of technology, such as mobile apps, wearables, and internet-connected devices, to improve and manage health and wellness. This industry includes a wide range of products and services, such as fitness trackers, sleep monitoring devices, telemedicine platforms, and digital mental health tools...

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DRONES AND AUTONOMOUS TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones, and autonomous vehicles (AV) for various transportation and logistics applications. This industry includes a wide range of products and services, such as delivery drones, agricultural drones, search and rescue drones, and autonomous cars...

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E-COMMERCE AND ONLINE MARKETPLACE INDUSTRY

A highly data-driven industry that relies on the collection and processing of personal data to provide personalised experiences to users and to improve their services. This industry collects and processes personal data from various sources such as customers, sellers, and other third parties...

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EDUCATION INDUSTRY

The Education industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as students, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ELECTRIC POWER INDUSTRY

The Electric Power industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ELECTRIC VEHICLES INDUSTRY

The electric vehicles (EVs) industry is a rapidly growing sector that designs, manufactures, and sells electric vehicles, as well as the components and infrastructure that support them. As a result, the industry collects and processes a wide range of personal data from various sources...

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ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY

The Electronics industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ENERGY INDUSTRY

The Energy industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ENGINEERING INDUSTRY

The Engineering industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY

The Entertainment industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FARMING INDUSTRY

The Farming industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FASHION AND FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY

The Fashion and Footwear industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FILM INDUSTRY

The Film industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FINANCIAL INDUSTRY

The Financial Services industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FISHING INDUSTRY

The Fishing industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FOOD INDUSTRY

The Food industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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FORESTRY INDUSTRY

The Forestry industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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GAMING AND GAMBLING INDUSTRY

The Gaming and Gambling industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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GREEN INDUSTRY

The Green Industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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HEALTHCARE SERVICES INDUSTRY

The Healthcare Services industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as patients, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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HOME SHARING AND CO-LIVING INDUSTRY

Made up of companies that provide platforms for individuals to rent out their homes, apartments, or rooms to guests for short-term stays. These companies also provide co-living spaces, where individuals can rent a room in a shared apartment or house, often with shared common areas and amenities...

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HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

The Hospitality industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as guests, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS INDUSTRY

The Industrial Robotics Industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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INFORMATION INDUSTRY

The Information Industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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INFRASTRUCTURE INDUSTRY

The Infrastructure industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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INSURANCE INDUSTRY

The Insurance industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as policyholders, claimants, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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LEGAL INDUSTRY

The Legal industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as clients, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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LEISURE INDUSTRY

The Leisure Industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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LOGISTICS INDUSTRY

The Logistics Industry is a sector that includes companies that provide transportation, warehousing, and logistics services for businesses and individuals. These companies are responsible for the movement of goods and materials from one location to another, as well as the storage and management of inventory...

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MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

The Manufacturing industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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MEDIA INDUSTRY

The Media industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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MERCHANDISING INDUSTRY

The Merchandising Industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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MINING INDUSTRY

The Mining industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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MUSIC INDUSTRY

The Music industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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NEWS MEDIA INDUSTRY

The News Media industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, sources, and other stakeholders...

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OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY

The Oil and Gas Industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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ONLINE EDUCATION AND DISTANCE LEARNING INDUSTRY

Also known as e-learning, encompasses a wide range of educational services and platforms that use technology to deliver educational content and resources to students. This includes everything from online universities and massive open online courses (MOOCs) to corporate training programs and individual tutoring services...

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PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

The Pharmaceutical industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as patients, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT INDUSTRY

The Public Transport industry needs to be GDPR compliant because it often deals with personal data of individuals located in the European Union (EU) such as customers, employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders...

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PUBLISHING INDUSTRY

The Publishing Industry collects and processes a wide range of data from authors, publishers, and readers. This includes personal data such as names, addresses, and contact details, as well as financial data such as bank account details and credit card numbers...

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QUANTUM COMPUTING INDUSTRY

The quantum computing industry is a relatively new field of technology, but it has the potential to revolutionise the way we process and store data. As companies and research institutions work to develop and improve quantum computing systems, they may collect and process personal data from a variety of sources...

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REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY

The Real Estate Industry collects and processes a wide range of personal data from a variety of sources, including buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and property managers. This can include data such as names, addresses, contact details, financial data, ID numbers, and property data...

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RETAIL INDUSTRY

The retail industry collects and processes a wide range of personal data from customers, employees, and suppliers. This includes data such as names, addresses, contact details, financial data, and purchasing history...

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ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION INDUSTRY

Involves the development and use of robots and automated systems for various applications such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and transportation. These systems typically collect and process personal data from various sources, including sensors, cameras, and other forms of input...

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SCIENTIFIC INDUSTRY

The Scientific Industry is a broad field that encompasses a wide range of industries, including research and development, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and more. These companies often conduct research and experimentation in order to develop new products or technologies, and as a result, they often collect and process large amounts of personal data...

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SERVICES INDUSTRY

The Services Industry encompasses a wide range of businesses that provide services to customers, such as consulting, education, finance, healthcare, and legal services. These businesses typically collect a variety of personal data from customers, employees, suppliers, and third parties in order to provide their services and conduct their operations...

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SHARING ECONOMY PLATFORMS INDUSTRY

Also known as the "gig economy," includes companies like Uber, Airbnb, and TaskRabbit, which provide online platforms for individuals to share goods, services, and experiences. This data collected is used for a variety of purposes, such as verifying identities, processing payments, and facilitating transactions...

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SMART CITIES AND URBAN TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY

A rapidly growing field that involves the integration of advanced technology into the infrastructure and systems of cities to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. This includes everything from traffic management and public transportation systems, to energy and water management, to public safety and emergency response...

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SOFTWARE INDUSTRY

The Software Industry is constantly evolving and growing, with new technologies and advancements being made every day. As a result, the industry is constantly collecting and processing a wide range of personal data from customers, employees, suppliers, and third parties...

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SPACE INDUSTRY

The Space Industry is a rapidly growing field that encompasses a wide range of activities, including satellite manufacturing and launch services, space exploration and research, and the development and operation of space-based infrastructure and services...

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SPORTING INDUSTRY

The Sporting Industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry that encompasses a wide range of sports, teams, leagues, and events. As with any modern business, the sporting industry collects and processes a large amount of personal data from a variety of sources...

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STEEL INDUSTRY

The Steel Industry is a critical sector that produces a wide range of products, including structural steel, rebar, and stainless steel. The industry plays a vital role in the global economy by providing materials for construction, transportation, and other industries...

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TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY

The Technology Industry is a rapidly growing and constantly evolving field that encompasses a wide range of companies and organisations that develop and utilise various forms of technology...

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TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY

The Telecommunications Industry is an essential aspect of modern society and plays a critical role in connecting people and businesses around the world. It encompasses a wide range of companies and organisations that provide services such as telephone, internet, and television...

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UTILITIES INDUSTRY

The Utility Industry is a sector that includes companies that provide essential services such as electricity, gas, water, and waste management to households and businesses. These companies are responsible for the generation, transmission, and distribution of these services...

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VIDEO GAMING INDUSTRY

The Video Gaming Industry is a sector that includes companies that develop, publish, and distribute video games for a variety of platforms including consoles, PC, and mobile devices. These companies collect and process a wide range of personal data from a variety of sources, including from players, customers and users...

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VIRTUAL REALITY INDUSTRY

The Virtual Reality (VR) industry is a rapidly growing field that involves the use of technology to create immersive digital environments that can be experienced through VR headsets and other devices...

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WHOLESALE INDUSTRY

The Wholesale Industry is a sector that includes companies that purchase goods from manufacturers or other wholesalers and resell them to retailers or directly to the end customers. These companies collect and process a wide range of personal data from a variety of sources, including from customers, vendors, and employees...

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