In today’s data-driven business landscape, it’s imperative for company leaders to be well-versed in the nuances of data privacy and data protection. Those who aren’t experts in tech may use the two terms interchangeably, but each has a distinct meaning and implications.

On a broad level, data privacy relates to individuals’ rights to control their personal information, while data protection comprises the measures taken to secure that information from unauthorized access or misuse. Below, 13 members of Forbes Technology Council further explore and explain data privacy and data protection, their differences and their impact on businesses.

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