The laws, and what they mean in practice

Privacy, AI and cybersecurity laws that shape digital trust work, from the GDPR to every US state privacy law. Each entry says who it applies to, who enforces it and when, in plain words, with the sources. Free for everyone.

Regulatory Watch follows new rules, enforcement and court decisions as they happen.

All 75 European Union 12 United Kingdom 1 US federal 12 US states 40 Rest of world 10

Privacy AI Health Children Biometrics Cybersecurity Breach notification Data brokers Marketing Financial International transfers

In force Coming into force Challenged or stayed

New York

State laws below. Federal laws such as HIPAA, COPPA and the FTC Act apply in every state: see US federal.

US states 3

Enacted, not yet in force · New York

SAFE for Kids Act

Limits addictive algorithmic feeds and overnight notifications for minors without parental consent.

See details In force · New York

SHIELD Act

Broadened New York's breach notification law and requires reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards.

Since 21 Mar 2020 In force · New York

NYDFS Part 500

A detailed cybersecurity program regulation with annual certification, CISO reporting, incident notice within 72 hours and personal liability exposure for certifying executives.

Since 1 Mar 2017 · Guide in progress

This library explains laws for practitioners. It is not legal advice, and laws change: check the sources on each page and take advice from counsel before acting.