Devank is the Chief Privacy Officer and Director of PrivacyTru Consulting, an India-headquartered firm specializing in “Data Privacy, Protection Compliance, and AI Governance” with a global outlook.
As Co-Founder, he helped establish PrivacyTru Consulting with a vision to bridge the complexity of international privacy and AI regulations. The firm is steadily shaping its reputation as a trusted partner for institutions and businesses seeking future-ready compliance frameworks that align with global data protection and AI laws, while supporting operational efficiency and resilience.

Devank is a distinguished Privacy and Data Protection professional with close to a decade of international experience, including three years overseas. He has held senior roles as Data Protection Officer and Privacy Legal Counsel for leading US-based organizations, guiding compliance across 160+ jurisdictions. Devank’s expertise spans global and domestic regulatory frameworks such as the EU GDPR, India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA), UAE PDPL, California’s CCPA/CPRA, and other emerging laws worldwide.
As a certified CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) recognised worldwide, Devank combines operational leadership with legal precision – building scalable privacy programs, managing high-stakes compliance risks, and aligning business strategy with data protection obligations.
His academic credentials reflect exceptional depth and specialization in privacy and technology law. He holds an:


1. Advanced LL.M. in Law and Digital Technologies from Leiden University, Netherlands

2. Advanced Diploma in Cyber Security and Data Protection Laws from NALSAR University

3. LL.M. in IP and Technology Laws from Jindal Global University

4. B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) from National Law University (HNLU), Raipur
Throughout his career, he has successfully advised and led privacy initiatives across diverse sectors including e-commerce services, global HR technology platforms, business process outsourcing, IT & EdTech services, and international trade and events. His extensive work encompasses data mapping, compliance frameworks, data protection impact assessments, and regulatory readiness for 150+ business units worldwide. This cross-industry exposure enables him to craft practical, business-aligned privacy solutions that not only meet regulatory demands but also enhance organizational credibility and trust.
 

• Neuralink Unveiled: Exploring some aspects of GDPR and Harnessing Distributed Ledger Technology as a Solution
• Post Humanism Vis-A-Vis Right To Be Forgotten: To Forget Or Not To Forget
• Injunctive Relief and Standard Essential Patents. An Indian Perspective
• AI & Autonomous Weapon System: Full Autonomy Or A Meaningful Human Control?
• Moral Status of AI : Right and Liabilities
• IP Laws, Innovation and AI based Patents: US and EU

• • International Data Protection Laws (GDPR, DPDPA, CCPA, UAE PDPL)
  • Responsible AI
  • Privacy-by-Design and Data Minimization
  • Cross-Border Data Transfer Mechanisms
  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
  • Regulatory Compliance Frameworks
  • Privacy Program Development, Management and more
  • Digital Rights and Technology Law

• European Union (GDPR Implementation)
• India (DPDPA and Sectoral Regulations)
• United States (State Privacy Laws and Federal Frameworks)
• United Arab Emirates (PDPL Compliance)
• Asia-Pacific Region (Emerging Privacy Frameworks)

• English (Native Proficiency)
• Hindi (Native)