On June 16, 2025, the Council of the EU (Council) and the European Parliament (EP) reached a provisional agreement on a new regulation (the Draft Regulation) to enhance enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) by national data protection
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The Data Advisor, published by Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, focuses on legal developments related to data privacy, digital markets, and consumer protection within the EU and UK. It covers topics such as GDPR compliance, liability of online marketplaces for user-generated content, enforcement of consumer protection laws in digital economies, legislative proposals affecting data processing and AI regulation, and regulatory actions by competition and consumer authorities. The blog also addresses issues like online fraud prevention, digital fairness, and the impact of new EU and UK regulations on businesses and consumers in the technology and digital services sectors.
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European Commission Publishes DSA Guidelines on the Protection of Minors Online
On July 14, 2025, the European Commission (EC) published its guidelines (the Guidelines) on the protection of minors online. These Guidelines, which were initially released for consultation in May 2025, provide direction for online platforms on the steps they can…
EU Releases Final Code of Practice for General-Purpose AI Models
On July 10, 2025, the European Commission (EC) published the final version of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice (Code). This voluntary instrument provides guidance on how providers of general-purpose AI models (GPAI), including those posing systemic risks (GPAI-SR), can…
New York Requires Disclosures for Personalized Pricing
In May 2025, New York State Governor Hochul signed Part X of New York’s annual budget, titled, “Personalized Pricing Transparency and Anti-Discrimination.” Part X, which took effect on July 8, 2025, sets disclosure requirements for the use of algorithmic…
Consumer Protection in the UK: Update on Reforms Taking Effect in 2025 and 2026
Consumer protection in digital markets has become a major public concern in recent years, and the UK is the latest jurisdiction to introduce legislation aimed at enhancing protections online. The Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumers Act (DMCCA or the Act)…
Texas District Court Vacates 2024 HIPAA Rule Designed to Enhance Reproductive Healthcare Privacy, Effective Nationwide
On June 18, 2025, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas vacated most of the rules designed to enhance reproductive healthcare privacy promulgated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in 2024. More…
UK Introduces New Legislation Amending Privacy Laws
New York Passes Novel Law Requiring Safeguards for AI Companions
Artificial intelligence (AI) companion apps have been in the news, with Commissioner Melissa Holyoak of the Federal Trade Commission calling for a study on AI companions earlier this month, and lawmakers at the state and federal level voicing concerns about…
Nevada Passes Law Limiting AI Use for Mental and Behavioral Healthcare
EU Commission Issues Guidelines on Prohibited AI Practices Under EU AI Act
On February 4, 2025, the European Commission (EC) issued draft guidelines clarifying the AI practices that are prohibited under the European Union’s (EU) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act. While non-binding, the guidelines offer valuable clarifications and practical examples to help businesses…