New law slam dunks spam calls

New law slam dunks spam calls

South Africans have just gained powerful new ammunition against unwanted spam calls and marketing harassment thanks to a major privacy law upgrade. On 17 April 2025, the Information Regulator officially released updated regulations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), designed to tighten the reins on companies that process personal data — and instantly strengthen the rights of individuals across the country, as reported by B…

The New Rules of Data Privacy: What Every Business Must Know in 2025

In 2025, data privacy is no longer a niche concern delegated to legal teams and IT departments. It’s a boardroom-level priority, directly tied to trust, reputation, and long-term viability. According to Statista, 75% of the world’s population is now covered under modern privacy regulations. For multinational businesses—or even U.S.-based companies serving customers in multiple states—this means compliance is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. …