The extraterritorial influence of GDPR : The Brazilian Case

Abstract

The primary objective of this dissertation was to assess the influence of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on Brazilian legislation concerning data protection, specifically the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD). Through a comparative analysis, this research examined the key elements of both regulatory frameworks, highlighting their similarities and differences. Employing historical, doctrinal, and comparative methodologies, the study uncovered that the GDPR significantly shaped the development of the LGPD, serving as a foundational model for Brazil’s approach to data protection. However, it also demonstrated that the LGPD incorporated specific adaptations to align with the realities of Brazilian society and legal culture. These adaptations ensured that the LGPD addressed unique national concerns while striving to meet international standards for data protection. The findings contributed to the understanding of how global regulatory frameworks can influence local legislation, shedding light on the complexities of implementing data protection laws in diverse sociocultural contexts.