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New laws, rules, guidance, enforcement actions and court decisions in privacy, AI and cybersecurity. Every item links to its primary source.

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EPIC comments on Vermont Attorney General's proposed Age-Appropriate Design Code rules

proposed US-VT

The comments influence how Vermont will enforce its children‑safety law, shaping privacy‑friendly age verification and design standards.

Children Privacy CA AADC
Low 40 · Oct 5, 2026 · EPIC
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EPIC analysis links pixel‑tracking litigation under ECPA and CIPA to upcoming Supreme Court VPPA case

published US

The piece provides practitioners with case‑law guidance on how pixel‑tracking claims are being evaluated under federal and state privacy statutes ahead of the Salazar v. Paramount Supreme Court review.

Cybersecurity Health HIPAA
Moderate 51 · Oct 5, 2026 · EPIC
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EPIC files amicus brief challenging Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy sale of employee data to Google

filed US

The filing highlights privacy risks of selling employee data for AI training, urging stronger safeguards in bankruptcy asset sales.

AI governance Data governance
Low 39 · Oct 2, 2026 · EPIC
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Rep. Darrell Issa introduces the American Copyright Protection Act (H.R. 10364) targeting VPNs for site‑blocking

introduced US

The bill would extend site‑blocking orders to VPN services, raising significant privacy and security concerns.

Cybersecurity Legislation
Low 35 · Oct 2, 2026 · EFF updates
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Meta’s Muse AI Agent raises privacy, security, and child safety concerns amid past FTC consent decree

settled US

The report highlights significant privacy and safety risks of Meta’s new AI agent, underscoring ongoing concerns about the company’s data practices.

AI governance Children
Moderate 50 · Oct 2, 2026 · EPIC
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Federal judge rejects motion to dismiss social media surveillance lawsuit against Trump administration

decided US-NY

The ruling lets unions challenge a government AI‑driven social media surveillance program that threatens free speech and privacy of noncitizens.

AI governance Cybersecurity
Low 34 · Oct 2, 2026 · EFF updates
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California Governor signs three AI employment laws

signed US-CA

The new statutes impose AI governance, transparency, and privacy obligations on California employers.

AI governance Biometric
Moderate 46 · Oct 2, 2026 · Covington Inside Privacy
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Regulatory Guidance ADTP BRIEF 🧭

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EDPB adopts Guidelines 04/2026 on GDPR fines and corrective powers for public consultation

published EU

The guidance clarifies how EU data protection authorities may impose fines and corrective measures, impacting GDPR enforcement.

Privacy Rules and guidance GDPR
Low 40 · Oct 2, 2026 · Hunton Privacy & Cybersecurity Law Blog
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Commission seeks feedback on proposed EU Kids Act

proposed EU

The consultation will shape EU‑wide rules on child online safety, privacy and age verification.

Children Privacy
Moderate 52 · Oct 2, 2026 · European Commission digital strategy news
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CNIL explains when data‑breach victims can claim compensation under the GDPR

published EU-FR

Understanding the CNIL’s guidance helps data‑controllers and processors assess liability and prepare for potential court‑ordered damages.

Cybersecurity Data governance
Moderate 44 · Oct 2, 2026 · CNIL (France)
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