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Study of National, Regional, and International Digital Services Laws

Developing a roadmap for a unified digital services regulation across Saudi Arabia and the GCC

2023

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Communications Space Technology Commission Study on Unified Digital Services Regulation for the Gulf 002
Communications Space Technology Commission Study on Unified Digital Services Regulation for the Gulf 001
Communications Space Technology Commission Study on Unified Digital Services Regulation for the Gulf 002
Communications Space Technology Commission Study on Unified Digital Services Regulation for the Gulf 001

Project Components


The project includes assessing the digital services market in Saudi Arabia and the GCC, analysing existing regulatory frameworks, studying the European Digital Services Act (DSA), identifying regulatory authorities, conducting benchmarking, analysing gaps, assessing potential impact, and developing legislative recommendations and an implementation roadmap.

A. The Challenge


The challenge lay in the absence of an integrated regulatory framework that ensures the safety of the digital market and the protection of users, while also requiring alignment of local legislation with global best practices and balancing innovation with effective regulation.

B. Our Solution


We conducted a comprehensive analysis of the market and regulatory frameworks at the local, regional, and international levels, studied the European Digital Services Act, identified optimal regulatory models, analysed gaps, assessed impact, and developed legislative recommendations supported by an implementation roadmap.

C. Key Achievements


Developed a comprehensive understanding of the digital market; identified regulatory gaps; delivered practical legislative recommendations; designed a regulatory model based on best practices; prepared an implementation roadmap; and supported the creation of a safe and sustainable digital environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the objective of the Unified Digital Services Regulation study?

The study aimed to evaluate digital services markets and regulatory frameworks across Saudi Arabia, GCC countries, and the European Union to assess the feasibility of adopting a unified regulatory framework similar to the EU’s Digital Services Act.

Why is a unified digital services regulation important for the GCC?

Digital platforms operate across borders, creating regulatory gaps and consumer protection risks. A unified framework helps ensure consistent oversight, enhance market transparency, and strengthen user safety across GCC countries.

Who was the client for this project?

The client was the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST).
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Who is Kaizen Consulting?

Kaizen Consulting is a specialized advisory firm delivering strategic, regulatory, and digital transformation solutions across government and private sectors. The firm supported this study by providing in-depth market analysis and policy recommendations tailored to the GCC context.
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What markets and regulatory models were analyzed in the study?

The study reviewed digital services markets in Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries and conducted a comparative analysis with the European Union’s Digital Services Act to identify similarities, differences, and best practices.

Project Particulars

A comprehensive study of the digital market covering local and international regulations, gap analysis, impact assessment, legislative recommendations, and an implementation roadmap to strengthen market regulation, protect users, and support the digital economy.

Client:

Communications, Space & Technology Commission

Start Date:

2023

End Date:

2023

Service Area:

Digital Transformation

Client Sector:

Government & Public Entities

Duration:

Three months

Client URL:

http://cst.gov.sa

Status:

Completed