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The digital landscape in Malaysia is undergoing a significant transformation. With major amendments to its Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) taking effect in June 2025, the country is decisively updating its data protection standards to meet the demands of the global digital economy. This modernization effort is complemented by a forward-looking approach to artificial intelligence […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

New internship program established in honor of former FPF staff Washington, D.C. – June 12, 2025  — The Future of Privacy Forum (FPF), a global non-profit focused on data protection, AI and emerging technologies, announced the recipients of the 2025 FPF Achievement Awards, honoring exceptional contributors to AI and privacy leadership in the public and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

16 TH ANNUAL ADVISORY BOARD MEETING June 11–13, 2025 • Washington, D.C. Evolving Notions of Privacy and Data Governance Briefing Sheet Discussion Lead: Daniel Berrick SESSION DESCRIPTION The past year has seen the continued expansion of the work of data protection leaders, which have grown to encompass responsibilities related to other domains like artificial intelligence […]