Saudi Arabia: Implemented Cloud Computing Services Provisioning Regulations including registration requirement
Description
Implemented Cloud Computing Services Provisioning Regulations including registration requirement
On 10 October 2023, the Communications, Space & Technology Commission of Saudi Arabia (CST) implemented its Cloud Computing Services Provisioning Regulations. The regulations apply to cloud computing services provided in the Kingdom. The regulations set out a number of obligations, including a registration requirement, as well as data protection, cybersecurity, and content moderation requirements.
Original sourceScope
Policy Area
Authorisation, registration and licensing
Policy Instrument
Business registration requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: cloud computing, storage and databases
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body