Gunpo City Corporation is enhancing its data protection capabilities amid the growing importance of safeguarding personal information in the era of generative AI. On July 30, the corporation conducted a training session for data protection managers and personnel handling personal data, titled '2026 Personal Data Protection and AI Security Training.'
This training was organized as part of the mandatory periodic education required under the Personal Information Protection Act, focusing on key aspects of the law, protective measures at each stage of data processing, and procedures for responding to data breach incidents.
In light of the rapid proliferation of generative AI, the training also addressed the risks of personal data leaks during AI usage and safe practices, aiming to raise employees' awareness of digital security.
Attendees expressed their appreciation for the training, stating, 'As the use of AI in our work increases, it was a valuable opportunity to clearly understand the standards for personal data protection,' and 'The training, based on real cases, will help us apply what we learned directly in the field.'
Citizens have also responded positively to the expansion of personal data protection and AI security training. One resident of Gunpo remarked, 'As public institutions utilize generative AI, training to manage personal data safely is essential. I hope ongoing education will allow citizens to use public services with confidence.'
Meanwhile, Baek Jae-guk, the corporation's president, stated, 'Protecting personal data is a fundamental responsibility to maintain citizens' trust.' He added, 'We will actively respond to evaluations of our data protection levels and continue to promote a culture of data protection and safe AI usage education in line with the changing digital environment.'
* This article has been translated by AI.
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