Future of Privacy Forum

#NEW: Following a flurry of FTC investigations, federal hearings, and lawsuits, state legislators across the U.S. are proposing legislation to regulate companion chatbots, with a focus on transparency and safety protocols. Among these bills is California’s SB 243, the first to include protections tailored to minors. FPF’s Justine Gluck, Policy Analyst for AI Policy and Legislation, breaks down the bill, explaining how it stands out from other proposed legislation. Discover where states are overlapping and where they differ in regulating AI chatbots in our new comparison chart, and catch up on California’s SB 243 on the FPF blog. https://lnkd.in/gEEZcRb7

🆕 A new guest post on the FPF blog by Cedric Burton, Partner and Global Co-Chair Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Brussels, explores the landmark Court of Justice of the European Union judgment in EDPS v SRB (C‑413/23). The post unpacks key clarifications on the definition of personal data, pseudonymization, and transparency obligations under EU law, and highlights practical implications for organizations and cross-border data transfers. Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/e9fCPh9e #DataProtection #Privacy #CJEU #GDPR

🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest from FPF! FPF’s Monthly Briefing provides an update on everything FPF has been up to throughout the month, including our latest blogs, briefs, activities, and upcoming events. Subscribe today to get our latest newsletter in your inbox: https://fpf.org/subscribe/

We’ve extended the deadline for this year’s Privacy Papers for Policymakers Award to November 6! This is your last chance to apply to be considered for this year’s award. Apply today to have your work recognized in front of leading privacy experts and U.S. policymakers. Don't miss the chance to share your research: https://lnkd.in/eZPhBNY

New regulations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) will take effect in January 2026, imposing new obligations on regulated businesses. FPF’s new issue brief, by Jordan Francis, Senior Policy Counsel for U.S. Legislation, and Justine Gluck, Policy Analyst for AI Policy and Legislation, examines the three new regulatory requirements and their potential compliance challenges and places them in the context of the broader state privacy landscape. 🔗 Click here to check out the new brief and accompanying chart: https://lnkd.in/eqMkvSbX

🚨 We’re #HIRING! FPF is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Policy Counsel, Youth Privacy, to work on issues at the intersection of youth experiences online and privacy. In this role, you will:  ✔️ Help define FPF's strategic vision on youth data protection. ✔️ Lead independent legal research, analysis, and writing on emerging issues. ✔️ Drive outreach and collaboration with policymakers, civil society, and industry stakeholders. ✔️ Communicate key ideas through public panels, media, and publications. 📍This is a full-time position located in Washington, D.C. J.D. or Master's degree in a related field is required. 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eygSFBbd 

🌏 Earlier this month, FPF Managing Director for APAC Josh Lee Kok Thong spoke at IHH HEALTHCARE SINGAPORE’s Cybersecurity and Data Protection Joint Awareness Seminar at Gleneagles Hospital. Josh shared insights on the use of personal data in AI within Singapore’s healthcare context, highlighting how organizations can harness AI responsibly while meeting the Personal Data Protection Act’s obligations. He also discussed Singapore’s broader approach to AI governance, emphasizing transparency, fairness, and a human-centric approach to innovation. It was a meaningful opportunity to engage with IHH’s Data Protectors, senior management, and department heads, and to exchange perspectives on advancing ethical and trustworthy AI in healthcare. #AI #Healthcare #Singapore #DataProtection

#NEW: In this guest blog post, Christopher Kuner, Visiting Fellow at the European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity at Maastricht University and FPF Senior Fellow, analyzes recent calls for reform of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) following former Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi’s 2024 report on European competitiveness. Kuner explores how proposed changes could impact the balance between innovation, competitiveness, and the protection of fundamental rights, urging that any reform be evidence-based, transparent, and consistent with EU values. Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/ex853VjQ #GDPR #DataProtection #Privacy #Policy

🌍 FPF Africa Policy Manager, Mercy King'ori, recently spoke at the Africa AI Stakeholder Meeting in Accra, Ghana (30 Sept – 1 Oct), where she led and contributed to key discussions on AI regulation and data governance across the continent. Highlights included: 🔹 A training session for African DPAs, along with Ridwan Oloyede (Tech Hive Advisory), on how data protection, competition, and consumer protection frameworks intersect with AI governance. 🔹 A fireside chat with DPAs from Nigeria, Cape Verde, Togo, and Ghana, exploring how authorities are addressing the fast-evolving AI landscape. 🔹 A facilitated session on data infrastructure and accessibility for effective AI implementation. We’re proud of Mercy’s leadership in these critical conversations, and we're excited to continue supporting the development of responsible AI governance on the continent. #AI #Africa #DataProtecton