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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Court Ruling ADTP BRIEF 🔨

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D.C. Circuit urged to vacate FAA drone restriction that criminalized recording immigration agents

pending US

The outcome could restore First Amendment protections for journalists using drones to document government actions.

Cybersecurity Litigation
Low 37 · Sep 21, 2026 · EFF updates
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Executive Order ADTP BRIEF 🖋️

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California Governor Newsom issues executive order on AI to spur dialogue and address harms

announced US-CA

The order signals California’s intent to shape AI policy, impacting algorithmic decision‑making, privacy and cybersecurity practices.

AI governance Cybersecurity
Low 38 · Sep 18, 2026 · EFF updates
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Regulatory Guidance ADTP BRIEF 🧭

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How to limit Siri AI access in iOS 27

published WORLD

The article explains how iOS 27’s Siri AI expands data access and provides step‑by‑step controls for users to protect their privacy.

AI governance Cybersecurity
Low 32 · Sep 18, 2026 · EFF updates
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Regulatory Guidance ADTP BRIEF 🧭

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Secure Messaging and AI Remain In Conflict Despite the Promise of TEEs

published WORLD

The article highlights that relying on TEEs for AI processing undermines the privacy of secure messaging, urging user control and developer restraint.

AI governance Cybersecurity
Low 32 · Sep 18, 2026 · EFF updates
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Regulatory Guidance ADTP BRIEF 🧭

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EFF warns that cloud TEEs undermine end‑to‑end encryption in messaging apps

announced WORLD

The article highlights a privacy risk where AI features offload encrypted messages to cloud TEEs, weakening end‑to‑end encryption protections.

AI governance Cybersecurity
Low 32 · Sep 18, 2026 · EFF updates
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New Law ADTP BRIEF 🏛️

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California Governor signs AB 2071 and AB 2298 to add digital literacy and cybersecurity to school curricula

signed US-CA

The new laws mandate digital literacy and cybersecurity instruction for students, addressing online safety and privacy.

AI governance Cybersecurity
Low 39 · Sep 11, 2026 · EFF updates
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Regulatory Guidance ADTP BRIEF 🧭

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Amazon Ring's 'Throw Away the Key Encryption' adds limited privacy but falls short of true end‑to‑end encryption

published US

TAKE improves key handling but does not provide the full privacy protections of end‑to‑end encryption, leaving users vulnerable to law‑enforcement access.

Cybersecurity Privacy
Low 35 · Sep 11, 2026 · EFF updates
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Cameras capture alleged vandal in Morristown SafetyStick pilot

announced US-NJ

The incident highlights privacy concerns around pilot surveillance deployments and the need for community oversight.

Cybersecurity Enforcement
Low 28 · Sep 11, 2026 · EPIC
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Regulatory Guidance ADTP BRIEF 🧭

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EFF blog outlines digital sovereignty and its impact on privacy, data control and security

announced WORLD

Understanding digital sovereignty is crucial for shaping privacy‑friendly policies and reducing dependence on dominant tech platforms.

Cybersecurity Data governance
Low 32 · Sep 9, 2026 · EFF updates
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