As the adoption of connected devices has grown, so too have vulnerabilities to cyber threats
China lifts the lid on recommendation algorithms
With new regulation in effect, local tech companies should expect greater scrutiny over how they harness users’ data to promote content and services
FCC probes US mobile operators on data privacy practices
The regulator wants to toughen data protection rules for telcos, but potential federal legislation could reduce its authority in this area
Data laws in the UK: A new legislative direction post-Brexit
A departure from the GDPR and the promise of a more flexible approach to the management of data risks
The risks associated with Europe’s Data Act
European data protection bodies highlight several areas of concern, some of which align with the desire of the tech industry to avoid over-prescriptive regulation
Another attempt at a transatlantic data privacy framework
Having a deal in place is important for the tech sector, which heavily relies on easy data flows between the two markets
Regulating AI in Brazil
Brazilian lawmakers are seeking a more cautious approach to AI, in an attempt to align with the OECD
The EU adopts its Data Governance Act
With the foundations to enact the EC’s Data Strategy now in place, building large-scale data assets will be crucial for the EU to attract investment in AI
The FTC uncovers questionable privacy practices of US telcos
A report from the authority paints a poor picture of how ISPs handle customers’ personal data. To see an improvement, the US would need to thoroughly reform privacy laws
