House Republicans Propose Federal Data Privacy Framework Amid FISA Extension Debate
Republican lawmakers introduced bills to create a national data privacy standard while Congress extended Section 702 of FISA amid ongoing surveillance reforms
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Digital Policy
Digital Policy covers technology regulation, online safety, privacy, platform rules, artificial intelligence policy, digital rights, and government decisions affecting the internet.
Private Digital ID Systems Gain Traction Amid AI Identity Threats
Rising AI-enabled identity fraud and privacy concerns are driving demand for private digital ID credentials that verify personhood without relying on government-issued IDs
EU AI Regulation Faces Deregulatory Shift Amid Big Tech Influence
The European Commission’s latest AI regulation proposals reflect significant deregulatory moves influenced by Big Tech lobbying and AI hype, raising concerns over data protection…
Supreme Court Weighs Limits on Geofence Warrants in Digital Privacy Case
The Supreme Court debated the constitutionality of geofence warrants, focusing on location tracking and Fourth Amendment protections amid growing digital surveillance concerns
Spyware Firms Use Lobbyists to Influence Government Policies
Commercial spyware companies are hiring lobbyists and consultants to challenge trade restrictions and shape regulatory frameworks in the US and Europe
Palantir’s Public Manifesto Raises Digital Sovereignty Concerns in Brazil
Palantir’s explicit allegiance to the US and its role in Brazilian public agencies prompt calls for scrutiny over data sovereignty and national security risks
India AI Summit Sets Voluntary Multilingual Evaluation Goals for AI Models
The 2026 New Delhi AI Impact Summit established voluntary commitments requiring AI providers to conduct multilingual evaluations to address global language disparities in AI…
FTC Reports $2.1 Billion Lost to Social Media Scams in 2025
Nearly 30% of scam victims said their losses began on social media, with investment and shopping scams leading reported financial damages
FTC Seeks Public Input on Fees in Online Food and Grocery Delivery
The FTC has issued a proposal seeking public comments on potentially unfair or deceptive fee practices by online food and grocery delivery platforms
South Africa’s AI Draft Policy Risks Wasting Its Global Platinum Leverage
Despite its unique position in global AI infrastructure and critical minerals, South Africa’s draft AI policy lacks enforceable terms to secure sovereign benefits from…