Issue 319

  • India’s Computer Emergency Response Team released a blueprint to reduce exposure to AI-assisted vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure.
  • Australia’s Cyber Security Centre published a guidance on leveraging AI to enhance cyber defence capabilities.
  • South Korea’s PIPC proposed amendments to enforcement decree of the Personal Information Protection Act to strengthen personal data breach prevention measures.
  • Malaysia’s Child Protection Code and Risk Mitigation Code under the Online Safety Act came into effect.
  • Singapore’s PDPC launched public consultation on proposed guidelines governing the use of personal data in generative AI.
  • European Commission imposed a fine of EUR 200 million on an e-commerce platform for risk assessment failures under the Digital Services Act.
  • UK’s ICO published guidance explaining process and requirements for submitting data protection complaints.
  • Spain’s Council of Ministers advanced draft legislation on AI governance in alignment with the EU AI Act.
  • Belgium’s DPA published report highlighting data protection risks and compliance challenges associated with AI chatbots.
  • Slovenia’s Information Commissioner adopted its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting increased data protection and transparency oversight activities.
  • Norwegian Consumer Council and NOYB filed complaint against a media company over its ‘pay or okay’ consent model.
  • EU General Court annulled a technology company’s gatekeeper designation in marketplace under the Digital Services Act.
  • Poland’s Council of Ministers adopted draft law to protect minors from accessing adult content online.
  • Malta’s Financial Services Authority issued letter to CEOs outlining AI governance and risk management expectations.
  • Turkey’s KVKK published guidance on the lawful use of security camera systems in workplaces.
  • A coalition of U.S. Attorneys General opposed the proposed Kids Act and called for stronger online protections for children.
  • New York Legislature passed the One Fair Price Act regulating algorithmic pricing practices.
  • Texas’ AG launched investigation into a technology company’s AI glasses over unlawful collection of facial data.
  • A California bill expanding personal information deletion rights under the Consumer Privacy Act passed by the State Senate.
  • Vermont’s Consumer Data Privacy and Online Surveillance bill was approved by the State Legislature.
  • Connecticut Governor signed a bill amending the Connecticut Data Privacy Act and establishing a data broker framework.
  • Louisiana Data Privacy Act introducing new consumer privacy protections was signed into law by the Governor.
  • Canada’s Privacy Commissioner presented annual report to Parliament highlighting AI-era privacy priorities and rising complaint volumes.