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Preliminary Analysis: Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Research Paper: Data Localisation In A Globalised World

This publication by The Dialogue offers an in-depth exploration of data localization policies and their implications for India’s burgeoning digital landscape. The study assesses the delicate balance required to advance as a middle-income economy while leveraging data and technology responsibly. This report critiques the potential economic and innovation barriers imposed by stringent data localization requirements,

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Event Report: Cross-Border Data Flows Fundamentals For AI Griwth In India

The Dialogue, in partnership with Microsoft, convened a significant conference at the Constitution Club of India, focusing on the critical themes of AI-driven innovation, privacy, and cross-border data flows. This gathering led to the release of a comprehensive working paper that explores these interconnected topics. Our report examines the intricate relationship between data’s value for

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