Hong Kong transport authorities will actively explore secure storage of ride-hailing data before new regulations take effect in August. The move aims to meet national security requirements while protecting user privacy.
Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan told a Legislative Council panel on Monday that the focus is on data safety and national security. She said the storage, transfer and backup of data must be conducted securely but did not confirm whether data would have to remain in Hong Kong.
Deputy Secretary for Transport and Logistics Kirk Yip Hoi-ying added that the upcoming rules will include clauses on national security in ride-hailing licences. Operators must limit personal data use to service provision and obtain client approval first.
Authorities plan to examine the safest storage arrangements given the volume of data involved. The regulations are scheduled to begin in August.
