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9 hours ago
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TrustArc Launches Global CBPR and PRP Certifications, Expanding Privacy Protection and Accountability
SAN FRANCISCO, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TrustArc, the privacy platform for navigating global compliance and AI risk, is proud to announce the official launch of the Global Cross Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) and Privacy Recognition for Processors (PRP) Certifications through TRUSTe as an approved Accountability Agent in the United States. This milestone marks a significant evolution in international data transfer compliance, expanding the reach of the widely respected APEC certifications to a global framework. The Global CBPR and PRP systems launched by the Global CBPR Forum provide a government-backed, interoperable, and flexible approach for validating robust privacy practices and cross-border data transfers. The certifications allow companies to build and demonstrate trust across multiple participating jurisdictions, including Canada, the United States, Japan, Australia, Mexico, Singapore, and more. Interest continues to grow with countries like India exploring participation and more than 24 countries participating in Global CBPR workshops, underscoring the international momentum for cooperative privacy governance. The Chair of the Global CBPR Forum, Shannon Coe, emphasized the importance of these certifications in today's digital economy. She states, "The launch of the Global CBPR and Global PRP Systems empowers companies worldwide to uphold the highest standards of data privacy, fosters trust, enables trade, and drives innovation in a connected future. We encourage companies operating in the global market to consider becoming certified and jurisdictions to join the Forum to make this tool available to companies in their jurisdictions." With decades of experience certifying privacy programs under APEC CBPR and other global frameworks, TrustArc, through its TRUSTe certification offerings, has been a pioneer in accountability-based privacy assurance. As the first U.S. Accountability Agent and the first in the world to certify companies to the APEC systems since 2013, TRUSTe has helped shape the global approach to cross-border data protection. The launch of this certification comes at a pivotal time as businesses face increasing complexity in international data transfer requirements and rising consumer expectations for responsible data stewardship. "TrustArc is proud to support the Global CBPR Forum in this significant evolution of cross-border privacy governance," said Noël Luke, Chief Assurance Officer at TrustArc. "As one of the first Accountability Agents for the Global CBPR and PRP systems, we're excited to help organizations meet growing international privacy expectations. These certifications provide businesses with a meaningful way to demonstrate accountability, while giving consumers the assurance that their data is handled with care, no matter where it goes." TrustArc's certification services for the Global CBPR and PRP systems are now available to organizations seeking to validate their privacy practices and streamline cross-border data transfers across jurisdictions. Certification through TrustArc offers a structured path to compliance and public trust, helping companies differentiate themselves in a competitive, privacy-conscious Global Report Highlights Importance of Cross-Border Data Transfer Certifications The upcoming 6th annual 2025 Global Privacy Benchmarks Report from TrustArc, set to release later this June, sheds light on the operational challenges and strategic priorities privacy teams face around the world. The report, developed by TrustArc based on extensive global survey data, reveals that cross-border data transfer compliance remains a top concern and a key differentiator for mature privacy programs. Early insights from the 2025 report include: 42% of respondents report that managing cross-border data transfers is challenging or extremely challenging. Cross-border data transfer issues rank in the Top 5 challenges organizations face in managing their overall privacy programs. Top-performing organizations scoring highest on the Global Privacy Index are significantly more likely to align with structured, global accountability frameworks such as APEC CBPR & PRP, NYMITY, AICPA/CICA, and COBIT. These companies report a 75% privacy competence score, highlighting the strong link between certification and privacy program maturity. To receive the full 2025 Global Privacy Benchmarks Report when it launches, subscribe here. To learn more about TrustArc's Global CBPR and PRP certification offerings, visit: For more information about TrustArc, please visit or contact pr@ About TrustArc TrustArc is redefining privacy for the AI era. With 28+ years of global privacy expertise and assurance services, we deliver the only platform that blends regulatory intelligence, automation, and AI to orchestrate end-to-end data privacy and governance. From automated DSR fulfillment to AI risk assessments and real-time compliance reporting, TrustArc helps organizations embed trust at every touchpoint. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area with a global footprint, our privacy-first approach powers responsible innovation while reducing risk, ensuring our customers lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. Discover how at TrustArc Inc2121 N. California Blvd. Suite 290Walnut Creek, CA 94596Phone: +1-415-520-3490 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE TrustArc Sign in to access your portfolio
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Advertiser
British man charged by US with spying for China
A British man has been charged by the US with spying for China. John Miller, 63, is accused of interstate stalking and conspiracy to commit interstate stalking, and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act, the US Justice Department said. The Justice Department said the US is seeking to extradite Miller from Serbia, along with his co-accused, Cui Guanghai, 43, of China. Court documents released by the US Attorney's Office said the pair "solicited the procurement of US defence articles, including missiles, air defence radar, drones, and cryptographic devices with associated crypto ignition keys for unlawful export from the United States to the People's Republic of China". The two men are said to have discussed ways to export a cryptographic device from the US to China, including concealing the device in a blender, and shipping the device first to Hong Kong. It said they paid around $US10,000 ($A15,550) as a deposit for the cryptographic device via a courier in the US and a wire transfer to a US bank account. The most serious offence they are accused of - violation of the Arms Export Control Act - carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The two men are also said to have been part of a plot to prevent an individual who had been critical of China's President Xi Jinping from protesting his appearance at the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit in November 2023. In the weeks leading up to the APEC summit, they are accused of co-ordinating an interstate scheme to conduct surveillance on the victim by installing a tracking device on his car and slashing its tyres. "The defendants targeted a US resident for exercising his constitutional right to free speech and conspired to traffic sensitive American military technology to the Chinese regime," Deputy US Attorney-General Todd Blanche said. "This is a blatant assault on both our national security and our democratic values. This Justice Department will not tolerate foreign repression on US soil, nor will we allow hostile nations to infiltrate or exploit our defence systems," he said. "We will act decisively to expose and dismantle these threats wherever they emerge." If convicted Miller could also face the maximum penalties of five years in prison for conspiracy, five years in prison for interstate stalking, and 10 years in prison for smuggling. A British man has been charged by the US with spying for China. John Miller, 63, is accused of interstate stalking and conspiracy to commit interstate stalking, and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act, the US Justice Department said. The Justice Department said the US is seeking to extradite Miller from Serbia, along with his co-accused, Cui Guanghai, 43, of China. Court documents released by the US Attorney's Office said the pair "solicited the procurement of US defence articles, including missiles, air defence radar, drones, and cryptographic devices with associated crypto ignition keys for unlawful export from the United States to the People's Republic of China". The two men are said to have discussed ways to export a cryptographic device from the US to China, including concealing the device in a blender, and shipping the device first to Hong Kong. It said they paid around $US10,000 ($A15,550) as a deposit for the cryptographic device via a courier in the US and a wire transfer to a US bank account. The most serious offence they are accused of - violation of the Arms Export Control Act - carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The two men are also said to have been part of a plot to prevent an individual who had been critical of China's President Xi Jinping from protesting his appearance at the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit in November 2023. In the weeks leading up to the APEC summit, they are accused of co-ordinating an interstate scheme to conduct surveillance on the victim by installing a tracking device on his car and slashing its tyres. "The defendants targeted a US resident for exercising his constitutional right to free speech and conspired to traffic sensitive American military technology to the Chinese regime," Deputy US Attorney-General Todd Blanche said. "This is a blatant assault on both our national security and our democratic values. This Justice Department will not tolerate foreign repression on US soil, nor will we allow hostile nations to infiltrate or exploit our defence systems," he said. "We will act decisively to expose and dismantle these threats wherever they emerge." If convicted Miller could also face the maximum penalties of five years in prison for conspiracy, five years in prison for interstate stalking, and 10 years in prison for smuggling. A British man has been charged by the US with spying for China. John Miller, 63, is accused of interstate stalking and conspiracy to commit interstate stalking, and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act, the US Justice Department said. The Justice Department said the US is seeking to extradite Miller from Serbia, along with his co-accused, Cui Guanghai, 43, of China. Court documents released by the US Attorney's Office said the pair "solicited the procurement of US defence articles, including missiles, air defence radar, drones, and cryptographic devices with associated crypto ignition keys for unlawful export from the United States to the People's Republic of China". The two men are said to have discussed ways to export a cryptographic device from the US to China, including concealing the device in a blender, and shipping the device first to Hong Kong. It said they paid around $US10,000 ($A15,550) as a deposit for the cryptographic device via a courier in the US and a wire transfer to a US bank account. The most serious offence they are accused of - violation of the Arms Export Control Act - carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The two men are also said to have been part of a plot to prevent an individual who had been critical of China's President Xi Jinping from protesting his appearance at the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit in November 2023. In the weeks leading up to the APEC summit, they are accused of co-ordinating an interstate scheme to conduct surveillance on the victim by installing a tracking device on his car and slashing its tyres. "The defendants targeted a US resident for exercising his constitutional right to free speech and conspired to traffic sensitive American military technology to the Chinese regime," Deputy US Attorney-General Todd Blanche said. "This is a blatant assault on both our national security and our democratic values. This Justice Department will not tolerate foreign repression on US soil, nor will we allow hostile nations to infiltrate or exploit our defence systems," he said. "We will act decisively to expose and dismantle these threats wherever they emerge." If convicted Miller could also face the maximum penalties of five years in prison for conspiracy, five years in prison for interstate stalking, and 10 years in prison for smuggling. A British man has been charged by the US with spying for China. John Miller, 63, is accused of interstate stalking and conspiracy to commit interstate stalking, and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act, the US Justice Department said. The Justice Department said the US is seeking to extradite Miller from Serbia, along with his co-accused, Cui Guanghai, 43, of China. Court documents released by the US Attorney's Office said the pair "solicited the procurement of US defence articles, including missiles, air defence radar, drones, and cryptographic devices with associated crypto ignition keys for unlawful export from the United States to the People's Republic of China". The two men are said to have discussed ways to export a cryptographic device from the US to China, including concealing the device in a blender, and shipping the device first to Hong Kong. It said they paid around $US10,000 ($A15,550) as a deposit for the cryptographic device via a courier in the US and a wire transfer to a US bank account. The most serious offence they are accused of - violation of the Arms Export Control Act - carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The two men are also said to have been part of a plot to prevent an individual who had been critical of China's President Xi Jinping from protesting his appearance at the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit in November 2023. In the weeks leading up to the APEC summit, they are accused of co-ordinating an interstate scheme to conduct surveillance on the victim by installing a tracking device on his car and slashing its tyres. "The defendants targeted a US resident for exercising his constitutional right to free speech and conspired to traffic sensitive American military technology to the Chinese regime," Deputy US Attorney-General Todd Blanche said. "This is a blatant assault on both our national security and our democratic values. This Justice Department will not tolerate foreign repression on US soil, nor will we allow hostile nations to infiltrate or exploit our defence systems," he said. "We will act decisively to expose and dismantle these threats wherever they emerge." If convicted Miller could also face the maximum penalties of five years in prison for conspiracy, five years in prison for interstate stalking, and 10 years in prison for smuggling.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Politics
- Perth Now
British man charged by US with spying for China
A British man has been charged by the US with spying for China. John Miller, 63, is accused of interstate stalking and conspiracy to commit interstate stalking, and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act, the US Justice Department said. The Justice Department said the US is seeking to extradite Miller from Serbia, along with his co-accused, Cui Guanghai, 43, of China. Court documents released by the US Attorney's Office said the pair "solicited the procurement of US defence articles, including missiles, air defence radar, drones, and cryptographic devices with associated crypto ignition keys for unlawful export from the United States to the People's Republic of China". The two men are said to have discussed ways to export a cryptographic device from the US to China, including concealing the device in a blender, and shipping the device first to Hong Kong. It said they paid around $US10,000 ($A15,550) as a deposit for the cryptographic device via a courier in the US and a wire transfer to a US bank account. The most serious offence they are accused of - violation of the Arms Export Control Act - carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The two men are also said to have been part of a plot to prevent an individual who had been critical of China's President Xi Jinping from protesting his appearance at the Asia Pacific Economic Co-operation (APEC) summit in November 2023. In the weeks leading up to the APEC summit, they are accused of co-ordinating an interstate scheme to conduct surveillance on the victim by installing a tracking device on his car and slashing its tyres. "The defendants targeted a US resident for exercising his constitutional right to free speech and conspired to traffic sensitive American military technology to the Chinese regime," Deputy US Attorney-General Todd Blanche said. "This is a blatant assault on both our national security and our democratic values. This Justice Department will not tolerate foreign repression on US soil, nor will we allow hostile nations to infiltrate or exploit our defence systems," he said. "We will act decisively to expose and dismantle these threats wherever they emerge." If convicted Miller could also face the maximum penalties of five years in prison for conspiracy, five years in prison for interstate stalking, and 10 years in prison for smuggling.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
DOJ accuses foreign nationals of trying to export U.S. military technology to China and stalking dissenters of communist regime
Two foreign nationals were indicted by federal grand juries, accused of organizing the stalking and harassing of a dissenter of the People's Republic of China, and for trying to organize the exportation of U.S. military technology back to China. Cui Guanghai, 43, of China, and John Miller, 63, of the United Kingdom and a unidentified U.S. lawful permanent resident were indicted May 30 by federal grand juries in Milwaukee and Los Angeles. They've been charged with interstate stalking and conspiracy to commit interstate stalking and conspiracy, smuggling, and violations of the Arms Export Control Act. Beginning in or about November 2023, Miller and Cui obtained U.S. defense weapons and technology, including missiles, air defense radar, drones and cryptographic devices, for the purpose of export to China, according to prosecutors. According to the federal indictment, Cui and Miller used encryption technology to communicate with buyers and on or about December 2023, Miller communicated with someone only identified as Individual 1 about a "Christmas wish list" of "radar, technology, and stuff." Miller said he wanted to reverse engineer the technology and that buyers were "interested in the Western stuff," including night vision goggles and the armored plates that "go on armored vehicles and tanks that the Yanks have," the indictment said. The indictment details months of messages exchanged by Miller and Cui with unidentified people, where different weapon systems are discussed and monetary values and wire transfers are initiated. The men discussed exporting the devices in other household technology like computers and blenders, the indictment said. A wire transfer was made from a bank in the Los Angeles area to a Wisconsin bank account of an unidentified person that was provided to Cui for a portion of the deposit, according to the indictment. According to prosecutors, Cui and Miller also enlisted the help of people inside the U.S. to harass and stalk a victim that was an outspoken dissenter of the Chinese government. Unbeknownst to Cui and Miller, the people inside the U.S. offering to help them were actually affiliated with and acting at the direction of the FBI. The victim made public statements in opposition to Chinese President Xi Jinping's appearance at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation or APEC summit in November 2023. In the weeks leading up to the APEC summit, Cui and Miller directed and coordinated an interstate scheme to surveil the victim, to install a tracking device on the victim's car, to slash the tires on the victim's car, and to purchase and destroy a pair of artistic statues created by the victim depicting Xi and his wife, according to prosecutors. Cui and Miller also asked more FBI informants to harass the victim after he said he would depict the statues of Xi and his wife online in the spring of 2025, according to prosecutors. Cui and Miller are in Serbia and the U.S. is coordinating with Serbian authorities regarding extraditions. If convicted, Cui and Miller face the following maximum penalties: five years for conspiracy; five years for interstate stalking; 20 years for violation of the Arms Export Control Act; 10 years for smuggling. "The defendants allegedly plotted to harass and interfere with an individual who criticized the actions of the People's Republic of China while exercising their constitutionally protected free speech rights within the United States of America," FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino said. "The same individuals also are charged with trying to obtain and export sensitive U.S. military technology to China. I want to commend the good work of the FBI and our partners in the U.S and overseas in putting a stop to these illegal activities." This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Prosecutors accuse men of exporting U.S. military technology to China
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Deloitte Appointed Exclusive Knowledge Partner for APEC CEO SUMMIT KOREA 2025
Key Takeaways: Deloitte has been appointed as the exclusive Knowledge Partner for The APEC CEO Summit 2025, the region's premier forum for senior leaders and executives. Deloitte will help shape the Summit's agenda by providing thought leadership on AI, digital innovation, and sustainability, highlighting the convergence of technology and responsible growth. The collaboration underscores Deloitte's commitment to advancing cross-border collaboration and promoting sustainable development throughout the AP region. HONG KONG, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte is proud to announce its appointment as the exclusive Knowledge Partner for The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit Korea 2025, to be held in Gyeongju, South Korea, from 28 to 31 October 2025. The APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025 is the region's most prominent annual gathering for business leaders, industry decision-makers, and innovators from all 21 APEC member economies. Organised by The Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), the country's largest and established business organisation, the Summit will offer a dynamic platform for networking opportunities, business meetings, and cultural exchanges designed to foster innovation and regional cooperation. This year's Summit, themed "Bridge, Business, Beyond," will convene over 1,000 C-suite executives and government officials to address Asia Pacific's most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. The Summit will also spotlight transformative trends including AI and digital innovation, regional economic integration, sustainability, finance and investment, and biotechnology and healthcare. These discussions will reflect the region's commitment to sustainable development and the transformative use of technology for the benefit of society and the environment. As the exclusive Knowledge Partner, Deloitte will play a pivotal role in shaping the Summit's agenda, drawing on its global expertise in AI, digital innovation, and sustainability. In addition to delivering a keynote address during the plenary session, Deloitte will provide thought leadership, facilitate high-level discussions, and share actionable insights on how technology and innovation can drive sustainable growth, resilience, and prosperity across the region. Deloitte will unveil the results of its inaugural CEO Survey Report at the Summit, presenting insights from CEOs across APEC member economies. The findings will be used to facilitate in-depth discussions with CEOs on key challenges and opportunities they face, supporting business leaders as they navigate the evolving landscape across the region. David Hill, Deloitte Asia Pacific CEO, commented: "We are deeply honoured to serve as Knowledge Partner for The APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025, where the convergence of Generative AI and Sustainability will be central to the conversation. Generative AI is transforming the way businesses operate, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth, efficiency, and innovation. At the same time, our region faces an urgent imperative to drive sustainable development. By bringing these two forces together, we can unlock new pathways for progress, empowering organisations to achieve their ambitions while creating lasting value for society and the environment." Lee, Seong Woo, Head of The APEC CEO Summit Korea Preparatory Headquarters and KCCI Vice President, added: "It is our great honour to host The APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025 in Korea. This year, we are especially pleased to welcome Deloitte as our exclusive Knowledge Partner. Through this collaboration, we aim to elevate the quality of dialogue and insight at the Summit, ensuring that business leaders from across the world can collaborate on innovative solutions to our most pressing challenges. Together with Deloitte and all our partners, we look forward to forging new connections, advancing sustainable growth, and shaping a more prosperous and resilient future for the APEC community." Hong, Jong Sung, Deloitte Korea CEO, added: "As a participating firm of Deloitte Asia Pacific and the exclusive Knowledge Partner, Deloitte Korea is committed to making every effort to ensure the successful hosting of the Summit in partnership with KCCI." For further details, please visit the official event website: Contact:Kashish SakhraniMedia Manager, Deloitte Asia Pacific Tel: +852 2852 1600Mob: 852 6689 0757Email: ksakhrani@ About Deloitte Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited ("DTTL"), its global network of member firms, and their related entities (collectively, the "Deloitte organization"). DTTL (also referred to as "Deloitte Global") and each of its member firms and related entities are legally separate and independent entities, which cannot obligate or bind each other in respect of third parties. DTTL and each DTTL member firm and related entity is liable only for its own acts and omissions, and not those of each other. DTTL does not provide services to clients. Please see to learn more. About Deloitte Asia Pacific Deloitte Asia Pacific Limited is a company limited by guarantee and a member firm of DTTL. 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KCCI participates in government-led activities to promote business and nationwide economic development as an economic organization with the legal ground for establishment in the 'Chamber of Commerce and Industry Act' and Executing government-delegated tasks such as regulatory sandbox, industrial innovation movement, business restructuring, national qualification assessments, and trade certifications. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Deloitte Asia Pacific Limited
