I spotted a couple of updates on stories I’ve covered before and wanted to bring you up to speed.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has joined a global data privacy and security law enforcement pact. This collaboration aims to enhance the trustworthiness and quality of AI training data through proposed data provenance standards. The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has also published a report on coordinated data protection officer responsibilities enforcement. New Jersey has also signed a comprehensive privacy bill into law, while a report highlights how health websites often violate privacy laws.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has closed comments on a proposed rulemaking to reestablish its authority over broadband internet. The Open Technology Institute supports the FCC’s move and urges policies to prevent discriminatory practices on the internet. They also emphasize the importance of the Internet in helping public safety services. Some oppose reclassifying broadband under Title II, claiming it is unnecessary. The R Street Institute, a center-right think tank, opposes the FCC’s proposed rulemaking, arguing that it would stifle innovation and harm competition.
Experts are calling for substantial changes in the organization of the Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB) in the US, which investigates cybersecurity challenges. They argue for greater independence to ensure more detailed reports and open, transparent reporting on major incidents. The board’s membership, conflicts of interest with the private sector, and the power to subpoena organizations were also discussed during a US Senate hearing earlier this week.
Why do we care?
The FTC will be where the AI action will be, and they are working to coordinate with other governments. That’s smart on their part. You’ll be watching the FTC to ensure AI compliance with customers.
Calls for substantial changes in the CSRB’s organization, including greater independence and transparent reporting, underscore the importance of robust cybersecurity governance. It’s good to see them iterate – that’s how they improve.