Governance law and regulation of cloud services in developing countries

The rapid emergence of cloud computing has inevitably raised concerns about the legal and regulatory implications of such developments. From the regulatory characterization of cloud services to the privacy implications of processing personal data remotely, policymakers, legislators, regulators, service providers and users all have an interest in the governance of cloud services. Governments will want to protect national interests, including the protection of their citizens; service providers require a stable framework to facilitate innovation and investment; users require assurance and trust to encourage the take-up of such services. This chapter examines some legal developments relating to the cloud, identifies emerging regulatory responses, and considers certain issues of particular concern for developing countries.

Related Subject(s): Economic and Social Development