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Cyber Safety Handbook for Members of the Indian Parliament

Published in December, 2024 by The Dialogue, this handbook addresses the growing issue of cybercrime in India and underscores the significant role that Parliamentarians can play in advancing digital safety. It offers a thorough review of the current legal framework surrounding cyber laws, identifies critical gaps, and provides actionable insights for reform. The handbook is […]

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Event Report : Roundtable Discussion and Study Launch on “Implications of the Proposed Digital Competition Bill for Small Businesses in India”

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On December 13, 2024, The Dialogue launched its study, “Implications of the Proposed Digital Competition Bill for Small Businesses in India”, followed by a roundtable discussion with key stakeholders. The study, based on a survey of over 300 businesses, explored the perceived value of digital services, satisfaction with providers, and the potential effects of the

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Preliminary Analysis: Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025

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Intrinsic to India’s long-drawn transition towards chartering a privacy-safe environment, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, enacted the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA 2023) during the monsoon session of the Parliament, on 11th August 2023. The Act sets obligations for Data Fiduciaries and Significant Data Fiduciaries, provides safeguards

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White Paper : Ushering into the New Era of Financial Inclusion: Enabling Women and Women-Led Organisations

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The white paper ‘Ushering into the New Era of Financial Inclusion: Enabling Women and Women-Led Organisations‘, authored by Ms. Monica Jasuja (Chief Expansion and Innovation Officer, Emerging Payments Association Asia), Soham Jagtap and Ayush Tripathi of Digital Economy vertical of The Dialogue, explores the transformative potential of gender-responsive financial policies in empowering women and women-led

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Study: Implications of the Proposed Digital Competition Bill for Small Businesses in India

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Based on insights from over 300 respondents, majorly MSMEs and startups, this study examines the potential impact of the Draft Digital Competition Bill of 2024 (DCB), introduced by the Government of India, on businesses leveraging digital services. Proposed in March 2024, the DCB aims to promote fair competition and curb anti-competitive practices in digital markets.

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Event Report: Stakeholder Consultation On The Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019

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On March 7, 2020, The Dialogue, in partnership with PSA Legal, hosted a stakeholder consultation on the Personal Data Protection Bill 2019 at The Raintree Hotel, Chennai. The event brought together key players from diverse industries to analyze the Bill and address its potential challenges. Moderated by Kazim Rizvi, Founding Director of The Dialogue, and

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Research Report: Taxation of Digitalized Economy

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The Dialogue presents a comprehensive analysis on the pressing challenges of taxing the digital economy, a critical issue faced by governments globally. As digital transformation accelerates, frameworks like Article 12B of the UN Model Taxation Convention aim to ensure fair taxation of automated digital services, including online advertising, cloud computing, and social media platforms. Our

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Event Report: Stakeholder Consultation on the Building Blocks of a Data Protection Authority

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In February 2020, The Dialogue, in collaboration with the Centre for Communication Governance at National Law University Delhi, convened a crucial roundtable to discuss India’s path toward establishing a robust Data Protection Authority (DPA). As India moves from limited data privacy practices to an advanced data protection regime, this consultation brought together thought leaders, technology

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Research Report: Industrial Revolution 4.0 and the Impact on Information Technology Services Sector

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The Fourth Industrial Revolution is transforming industries worldwide, and India’s IT/IT-es sector is no exception. This comprehensive report, developed in collaboration with Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung, New Delhi, explores how emerging technologies are reshaping the IT landscape in India, bringing both significant opportunities and complex challenges. Against the backdrop of India’s evolving role in the global tech ecosystem,

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Event Report- Policy Framework for Data Protection in India: National Conference to Deliberate India’s Data Protection Policy

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In an age where data drives business, decision-making, and communication, protecting personal data has become crucial for both individuals and the digital economy. Recognizing this, India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) formed a Committee of Experts, led by Justice B.N. Srikrishna, to shape a robust data protection framework. This white paper, developed by

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