Regulatory Watch
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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EFF appoints former White House official Alexander Macgillivray to Board of Directors
Macgillivray's AI policy background may shape EFF's future work on AI governance and privacy rights.
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EPIC senior counsel warns of privacy risks in unproven health technologies
Highlights privacy concerns in emerging health tech, urging companies to address trust and data protection.
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Amazon Ring's 'Throw Away the Key Encryption' adds limited privacy but falls short of true end‑to‑end encryption
TAKE improves key handling but does not provide the full privacy protections of end‑to‑end encryption, leaving users vulnerable to law‑enforcement access.
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EFF blog outlines digital sovereignty and its impact on privacy, data control and security
Understanding digital sovereignty is crucial for shaping privacy‑friendly policies and reducing dependence on dominant tech platforms.
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EFF Announces 2026 Award Winners: Access Now, 7amleh, DeFlock, New Media Rights
The award highlights key groups advancing privacy, digital rights, and surveillance accountability worldwide.
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EFF urges courts not to expand copyright protections for AI-generated works
The commentary warns that redefining copyright for AI could hinder creative expression and competition.
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EFF and The Trevor Project advise LGBTQ+ individuals to revise shared information for online safety
The guidance helps LGBTQ+ individuals reduce exposure to doxxing and outing risks by improving personal data control and security practices.
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EFF and allies recommend new privacy safeguards to protect Brazil's electoral integrity
The recommendations aim to use privacy law enforcement to reduce manipulative political content and protect democratic processes.
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Flock Safety announces optional 7‑day ALPR data retention and other reforms
The reforms aim to limit how long police can retain vehicle location data, addressing privacy concerns around mass surveillance.
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EFF states all images are human-generated, with rare AI exceptions
The policy clarifies EFF's stance on AI‑generated imagery, emphasizing human authorship to avoid copyright issues and maintain authenticity.
Source: LiveThreat Regulatory Intelligence, analysed by ADTP. Briefs summarize the linked source and are not legal advice; the linked source is the authority. Dates appear only when the source states them.