The Road to the GDPR: The European Problem Stream
摘要
In the European context, the GDPR Problem Stream can be understood as a convergence of indicators, focusing events, and feedback mechanisms. Indicators, ranging from official reports to public opinion surveys, revealed growing concerns about data privacy and the deficiencies of the existing regulatory framework. Focusing events, such as data breaches and court decisions, amplified these concerns and awareness surrounding the topic, bringing data protection to the forefront of the EU’s policy agenda.