Which countries have been deemed adequate by the European Commission? Select all that apply.

The correct response includes both Uruguay and Argentina, along with New Zealand and Canada, as all of these countries have been deemed adequate by the European Commission at various times for their data protection standards.

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the European Commission assesses whether a non-EU country's legal framework ensures an adequate level of protection for personal data. Countries that meet these criteria are granted "adequacy status," allowing for the free flow of personal data from the EU to those countries without needing additional safeguards.

Uruguay has been acknowledged for its strong personal data protection laws, which align well with EU standards. Similarly, Argentina was recognized for its data protection framework, having established comprehensive laws that are compatible with EU regulations.

New Zealand also has been granted adequacy status due to its robust privacy laws that safeguard against data misuse. Canada, while not currently on the adequacy list as a whole, has certain provisions and sectors (like PIPEDA) that have been recognized for providing adequate protection, which is important for transfers of data.

Thus, both Uruguay and Argentina are appropriately included in this context alongside New Zealand and Canada, which are notable for their established privacy frameworks.