Regulatory Watch
New laws, rules, guidance, enforcement actions and court decisions in privacy, AI and cybersecurity. Every item links to its primary source.
Showing 24 of 415 developments
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Federal Register limits programmatic access, requiring CAPTCHA and API use
New access restrictions aim to protect Federal Register sites from automated scraping.
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NIST announces single process for NCCoE project participation via letters of interest
The notice creates a streamlined pathway for private sector involvement in NIST's cybersecurity demonstration projects.
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Federal Register limits programmatic access to its sites and requires CAPTCHA verification
The notice informs users of new access controls that affect how data from federal sites can be retrieved, highlighting security measures for automated access.
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FDA issues RFI on patient-level data access for real-world evidence submissions
The RFI could shape future FDA requirements on handling patient‑level health data, impacting privacy and security practices.
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Treasury publishes FY27 Social Impact Partnerships to Pay for Results Act Notice of Funding Opportunity
The notice sets federal privacy and security requirements for data used in socially‑impact funded programs.
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AEPD initiates enforcement actions against TikTok for child sexual abuse content
The action demonstrates enforcement of EU data‑protection rules to protect minors on online platforms.
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CNIL to attend Salon des maires 2026 and release updated data‑protection guide for local authorities
The guidance helps French local governments meet privacy and AI‑governance obligations, strengthening trust and legal compliance.
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ENISA releases 2026 State of Cybersecurity in the Union report
The report provides EU‑wide guidance on improving cybersecurity resilience, especially as AI amplifies threats.
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EFF files amicus brief urging Sixth Circuit to require warrant for ALPR searches
The filing seeks to extend Fourth Amendment protections to digital tracking via ALPRs, potentially reshaping law‑enforcement surveillance practices.
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U.S. Supreme Court ends ATS claims against Cisco in human rights case
The ruling closes a key legal avenue for holding tech firms liable for human rights violations, affecting privacy and surveillance accountability.
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CNIL issues ten cybersecurity fines to French local authorities
The sanctions highlight the growing enforcement of cybersecurity and data‑protection obligations for public bodies in France.
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CNIL outlines obligations for health professionals conducting internal research
The guidance informs health actors how to comply with GDPR when re‑using patient data for internal research, reducing regulatory uncertainty.
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Delhi Police issue takedown requests to X targeting Indian digital‑rights groups documenting online censorship
The police‑driven takedown requests against groups that track censorship create a chilling effect on transparency and freedom of expression in India.
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DHS requests public comment on CASM Tool Registration information collection
The notice signals a new federal data‑collection effort with security controls that may affect how agencies and contractors handle personal and operational data.
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Agency limits programmatic access to FederalRegister.gov and eCFR.gov, requiring API use and CAPTCHA verification
The guidance impacts how researchers and developers retrieve federal data, emphasizing API use and security checks.
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State Aging Plans guide AgeTech development and privacy practices across U.S. states
Understanding State Aging Plans helps AgeTech firms align with public funding while meeting privacy and security expectations.
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AEPD and Greek Data Protection Authority publish joint guidance on Secure Treatment Environments
The guidance helps data controllers and DPOs comply with the EU Data Governance and Health Data Space regulations by outlining secure, privacy‑by‑design environments for health data reuse.
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CPPA proposes amendments to CCPA opt‑out preference signal regulations to recognize GPC and expand reporting
The changes would tighten how businesses must honor GPC‑based opt‑out requests, impacting data‑sharing and advertising practices.
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Agency requests comment on information collection for SLTPS Clearance Program
The notice signals upcoming OMB review of the SLTPS program and highlights new API‑only access controls to protect federal sites.
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US Postal Service settled FOIA suit, releasing limited records of iCOP social media surveillance of protests
The settlement reveals government social‑media surveillance of First Amendment activity, raising privacy and oversight concerns.
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Federal District Court Vacates DHS SAVE Database Expansion, Grants EPIC Summary Judgment (June 22, 2026)
The decision blocks a federal effort to create a nationwide citizenship database, protecting voter privacy and preventing unlawful voter roll purges.
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EFF files Hepting v. AT&T lawsuit alleging NSA surveillance via AT&T
The suit challenges government mass surveillance conducted through a telecom provider, raising significant privacy concerns.
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Federal Register limits automated scraping and requires CAPTCHA for access
The guidance imposes security controls on public website access, affecting developers seeking programmatic data.
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Federal Register restricts programmatic scraping, requires API use and CAPTCHA verification
New access controls affect how automated tools can collect data from FederalRegister.gov and eCFR.gov.
Source: regulatory intelligence from a founding sponsor, analyzed 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.