1. Regulatory agencies are required to follow a defined rulemaking process when creating new regulations. This includes publishing proposed regulations for public comment and allowing time for feedback before finalizing rules.
2. Many companies do not properly protect customer data, with over half admitting to data breaches. However, customers believe they have a right to control their personal information. This disconnect has eroded trust between organizations and consumers.
3. Regulators are increasingly focused on enforcing data breach notification laws and requiring organizations to take reasonable security measures to prevent breaches. Non-compliance can result in penalties, while implementing best practices helps build a "culture of caring" and regulatory confidence.