The 2025 legislative cycle marked a pivotal year in U.S. privacy law, defined not only by continued nationwide expansion into Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance, children’s and teen privacy and online safety, as well as emerging data categories, but by a major restructuring of California’s privacy enforcement infrastructure.
2025 State Privacy Roundup: Key Trends and California Developments to Watch In 2026
The 2025 legislative cycle marked a pivotal year in U.S. privacy law, defined not only by continued nationwide expansion into AI) governance, children’s and teen privacy and online safety, as well as emerging data categories. In this article, we detail what enterprises need to be prepared for in 2026 and explain why we believe next year will be a watershed period for consumer privacy in the U.S.
By
Alan Friel and Lydia de la Torre
This premium content is locked for Cybersecurity Law & Strategy subscribers only
ENJOY UNLIMITED ACCESS TO THE SINGLE SOURCE OF OBJECTIVE LEGAL ANALYSIS, PRACTICAL INSIGHTS, AND NEWS IN Cybersecurity Law & Strategy
- Stay current on the latest information, rulings, regulations, and trends
- Includes practical, must-have information on copyrights, royalties, AI, and more
- Tap into expert guidance from top entertainment lawyers and experts
Already have an account? Sign In Now
For enterprise-wide or corporate access, please contact Customer Service at [email protected] or call 1-877-256-2473.
