The Governance Of Privacy by Colin J. Bennett
Policy Instruments in Global Perspective
This book analyzes how privacy is governed through a complex mix of laws, bureaucracies, market practices, technical standards and social norms, arguing that protection of personal information depends on interactions among states, businesses, civil society and transnational institutions rather than on individual choice alone. It traces the historical and comparative development of regulatory instruments—statutory data‑protection regimes, self‑regulation, enforcement mechanisms and technological design choices—and shows how political, economic and cultural contexts shape policy outcomes. The author highlights tensions between security, commerce and civil liberties and explains why effective privacy governance requires layered, adaptable arrangements that combine legal protections, institutional oversight and public engagement in the face of rapid technological change.
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