Adhere Quote by Rebecca MacKinnon
“If you just technically adhere to the law, sometimes that's enough, sometimes it's not; it's really hard to predict. There is definitely a possibility that the Chinese authorities won't find it sufficient.”
About This Quote
Legal compliance alone may not satisfy authorities; predictability of enforcement is uncertain, especially in China.
In simple terms: Following law may not be enough; enforcement is unpredictable.
Plan for regulatory uncertainty.
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When to use this quote
- tech startups
- data privacy
- cross‑border business
- human rights
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you anticipate stricter regulations?
- What safeguards can you implement beyond legal compliance?
Over‑reliance on legal compliance can be risky.