Brazil's Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD), which went into full effect in August 2020, is modeled after the GDPR and aims to unify 40 different statutes that previously governed personal data in Brazil. For tech startups, this means adapting to a framework that prioritizes transparency, data subject rights, and strict consent requirements. Non-compliance could result in fines and damage to reputation, making it vital for startups to integrate LGPD considerations into their business strategy.
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