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Version: 0.2 Draft 3

Namespace: x-adgm-dp:

ADGM Data Protection Regulations (Abu Dhabi Global Market)

Jurisdiction: Abu Dhabi Global Market (AE-ADGM) Frameworks addressed: ADGM Data Protection Regulations 2021 (DPR 2021). Enforced by the ADGM Registration Authority. Registration tier: Open Review status: ai_reviewed — Accurate as drafted Review date: 2026-03-20

Overview

The ADGM DPR 2021 closely aligns with GDPR. The ChatGPT review found no material inaccuracies in the original namespace definition.

Fields

FieldTypeRequiredDescription
x-adgm-dp:processing_basisenumCONDITIONALPermitted values: consent, contract_performance, legal_obligation, vital_interests, public_task, legitimate_interests.
x-adgm-dp:sensitive_data_flagbooleanOPTIONALSet to true where data includes sensitive personal data under DPR 2021 Rule 10.
x-adgm-dp:dpia_required_flagbooleanOPTIONALSet to true where a DPIA is required under DPR 2021 Rule 16 for high-risk processing.
x-adgm-dp:cross_border_transfer_basisenumOPTIONALTransfer basis under DPR 2021 Rule 22. Permitted values: adequacy_decision, standard_clauses, binding_corporate_rules, consent, contract_performance, vital_interests.

This namespace is reserved for registration by a qualified ADGM data protection law practitioner.