International
- EU has finalized its adequacy decision for personal data transfers with South Korea.
- OPC Canada and the ICO UK signed a co-operation agreement on enforcement of personal data laws.
- Brazilian ANPD and the DIFC – UAE signed a MOU to enhance cooperation in personal data protection.
EU & UK
- EDPS issued an opinion on the EU–USA framework agreement for information exchange in security screenings and identity verification.
- The UK ICO published new cybersecurity guidance aimed at small businesses.
- IAB Europe released a report highlighting the impact of AI on digital advertising.
- The European Commission launched a public consultation to simplify digital regulations across data, cybersecurity, and AI.
USA
- The California Legislature passed the first in Nation legislation on AI chatbots.
- The New York AG launched a consultation on proposed rules under the SAFE for Kids Act.
APAC and Middle East
- Abu Dhabi Global Market enacted new rules under its Data Protection Regulations 2021.
- The Australian Information Commissioner published an article on facial recognition in society.
- China’s Cyberspace Administration released a summary of recent enforcement cases in AI, cybersecurity, and data protection.