Insights from the Second Japan Privacy Symposium: Global Data Protection Authorities Discuss Their 2025 Priorities, from AI, to Cross-Regulatory Collaboration
The Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) hosted the Second Japan Privacy Symposium (Symposium) in Tokyo on November 15, 2024. The Symposium brought together leading data protection authorities (DPAs) from around the world to discuss pressing issues in privacy and data governance. The Symposium featured in-depth discussions on international collaboration, artificial intelligence (AI) governance, and the […]
History of the FPF Smart Places Initiative
As of December 31, 2024, the Future of Privacy Forum will retire and no longer support the Smart Places Self-Regulatory Program, including the MAC Address Opt-Out previously hosted at www.smart-places.org. Read on to learn more about the history and the future of this initiative. Brief History of Smart Places The Smart Places Opt-Out and Code […]
Five Big Questions (and Zero Predictions) for the U.S. State Privacy Landscape in 2025
In the enduring absence of a comprehensive national framework governing the collection, use, and transfer of personal data, state-level activity on privacy legislation has been on a consistent upward trend since the enactment of the California Consumer Privacy Act in 2018. With all 50 U.S. states scheduled to be in session in 2025, stakeholders are […]
Future of Privacy Forum Publishes Report Exploring Organizations’ Emerging Practices and Challenges Assessing AI Risks
As AI models and systems become more widespread and powerful, FPF’s report finds many organizations are taking a four-step approach to managing potential risks With growing focus from policymakers and regulators on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, and as organizations strive to responsibly use AI systems, organizations are increasingly embracing AI impact assessments […]
Technologist Roundtable: Key Issues in AI and Data Protection Post-Event Summary and Takeaways
Co-Authored with Marlene Smith, Research Assistant for AI On November 27, 2024, the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) hosted a Technologist Roundtable with the goal of convening an open dialogue on complex technical questions that impact law and policy, and assisting global data protection and privacy policymakers in understanding the relevant technical basics of large […]
FPF’s 2nd Annual Privacy Executives Summit
The 2nd Annual FPF Privacy Executives Summit is a private event taking place in Berkeley, California on September 10-12, 2025 at the Claremont Resort & Club. For those traveling, the Claremont Resort & Club is a 24-minute drive from Oakland International Airport and 45-minutes from San Francisco International Airport. Building on the success of last […]
DC Privacy Forum 2025: Governance for Digital Leadership and Innovation
Please join the Future of Privacy Forum for the second annual DC Privacy Forum: Governance for Digital Leadership and Innovation on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 9:00am – 5:00pm ET at the InterContinental Hotel—The Wharf in Washington, D.C. This event will be held live, in person-only. Stay tuned for more details, including the complete agenda and attendee information! The DC Privacy Forum: Governance for Digital […]
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16th Annual Advisory Board Meeting 2025
Welcome! This page is your primary source for all 16th Annual Advisory Board Meeting details and resources. Save the date and stay tuned for more information. Planning to attend the Annual Advisory Board Meeting in 2025? Join us for the return of The DC Privacy Forum 2025: Governance for Digital Leadership and Innovation, kicking off […]