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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Supreme Court hears challenge to DHS/SSA upgrades to SAVE database
The case could limit DHS’s use of the SAVE system for citizenship verification, reinforcing federal privacy protections.
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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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DOJ partially confirms DHS whistleblower allegations on SAVE voter eligibility program
The action raises significant privacy and constitutional concerns about government use of personal data for voter eligibility.
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EPIC sues DHS over expansion of SAVE voter eligibility program
The suit raises significant privacy and constitutional concerns about the government’s use of immigration data for voter eligibility checks.
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EPIC warns sale of Google’s Spirit Air AI worker data lacks private right of action
The lack of a private right of action could hinder enforcement against the sale of employee data for AI training.
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California Governor signs AB 2071 and AB 2298 to add digital literacy and cybersecurity to school curricula
The new laws mandate digital literacy and cybersecurity instruction for students, addressing online safety and privacy.
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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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Cameras capture alleged vandal in Morristown SafetyStick pilot
The incident highlights privacy concerns around pilot surveillance deployments and the need for community oversight.
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noyb to file injunction against SCHUFA over shadow database
The planned injunction highlights enforcement of EU data‑protection rights against a major credit reference agency.
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2015 court ruling requires warrant for police use of stingray devices
The ruling establishes that police need a warrant to deploy stingray technology, protecting privacy rights against warrantless surveillance.
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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.
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.