Understanding Japan’s AI Promotion Act: An “Innovation-First” Blueprint for AI Regulation
The global landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) is being reshaped not only by rapid technological advancement but also by a worldwide push to establish new regulatory regimes. In a landmark move, on May 28, 2025, Japan’s Parliament approved the “Act on the Promotion of Research and Development and the Utilization of AI-Related Technologies” (人工知能関連技術の研究開発及び活用の推進に関する法律案要綱) (AI […]
The Connecticut Data Privacy Act Gets an Overhaul (Again)
Co-Authored by Gia Kim, FPF U.S. Policy Intern On June 25, Governor Ned Lamont signed SB 1295, amending the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA). True to its namesake as the “Land of Steady Habits,” Connecticut is developing the habit of amending the CTDPA. Connecticut has long been ahead of the curve, especially when it comes […]
Meet Bianca-Ioana Marcu, FPF Europe Managing Director
FPF is pleased to welcome our colleague Bianca-Ioana Marcu to her new role as Managing Director of FPF Europe. With extensive experience in privacy and data protection, she takes on this responsibility at a pivotal moment for digital regulation in Europe. In this blog, we will explore her perspectives on the evolving privacy landscape, her […]
FPF COPPA 2.0 Redline
On March 4, 2025, Senator Markey reintroduced the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0), which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for consideration. COPPA 2.0 would amend the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), initially passed in 1998 to provide protections for teens. On June 25, 2025, the […]
Annual DC Privacy Forum: Convening Top Voices in Governance in the Digital Age
FPF hosted its second annual DC Privacy Forum: Governance for Digital Leadership and Innovation on Wednesday, June 11. Staying true to the theme, this year’s forum convened key government, civil society, academic, and corporate privacy leaders for a day of critical discussions on privacy and AI policy. Gathering an audience of over 250 leaders from […]
The Hannah Schaller Memorial Internship
The Hannah Schaller Memorial Internship by ZwillGen, announced June 11, is a new internship available Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 in the FPF Washington, D.C. office. The internship honors Hannah Schaller, who started her privacy career as a policy intern in the FPF D.C. Office. The internship will provide law students with hands-on experience at […]
The Hannah Schaller Memorial Internship by ZwillGen
The Hannah Schaller Memorial Internship by ZwillGen, announced June 11, is a new internship available Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 in the FPF Washington, D.C. office. The internship honors Hannah Schaller, who started her privacy career as a policy intern in the FPF D.C. Office. The internship will provide law students with hands-on experience at […]
10. Navigating the Evolving Ad Tech Landscape Brief Sheet
16 TH ANNUAL ADVISORY BOARD MEETING June 11–13, 2025 • Washington, D.C. Navigating the Evolving Ad Tech Landscape Discussion Leads: Doug Miller and Rob van Eijk SESSION DESCRIPTION Maryland’s Online Data Privacy Act embraces substantive data minimization rules and takes effect this October. It joins laws like Washington’s My Health My Data (MHMD) law and […]
9. Age Assurance Requirements and Emerging Best Practices 2025 Annual Meeting Brief Sheet
16 TH ANNUAL ADVISORY BOARD MEETING June 11–13, 2025 • Washington, D.C. Age Assurance Requirements and Emerging Best Practices Discussion Leads: Jim Siegl and Daniel Hales SESSION DESCRIPTION As companies face increasing pressure to implement age assurance measures, debates continue over privacy risks, effectiveness, and regulatory challenges. Beyond legal mandates, there may be policy questions […]
6. Federal & State AI Leg. and Reg
16 TH ANNUAL ADVISORY BOARD MEETING June 11–13, 2025 • Washington, D.C. 5–8 KEY DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Colorado AI Act: Exploring the business implications and questions regarding the latest version of the Colorado AI Act * (pending passage) , focusing on its narrowed scope and obligations, as well as broadened transparency requirements. 2. Trends Regarding […]