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WHAT'S NEXT?: Substantive regulatory change is likely to happen in the next decade as a result of the recent U.S. Presidential election, Brexit and efforts to reduce the impacts of climate change, increase trade and reduce bureaucracy while legislating for new forms of technological advancement such as robots, driverless cars and drones.

• [New] By 2025, data sovereignty will not just be a legal obligation - it will be a strategic advantage. Keepit
• [New] In theory, all NATO armies declare that they will use AI in accordance with international law. ARROWS, law firm. Legal services quickly and globally
• [New] Legal frameworks in the US and Europe effectively limit the deployment of fully autonomous weapon systems in environments where there is a risk of lack of discrimination. ARROWS, law firm. Legal services quickly and globally
• [New] U.S. lawmakers are accelerating efforts to finalize legislation that could shape the future of digital assets. Coindoo
• [New] By 2025, the convergence of AI and remote sensing with regulatory frameworks like the European Union Deforestation Regulation is revolutionizing how agribusinesses demonstrate sustainability, monitor deforestation, and manage environmental risks. Farmonaut
• [New] The European Commission has announced that it will fine Google €2.95 billion, or $3.5 billion, for violating European Union antitrust laws and distorting competition in the advertising technology industry. Engadget
• [New] Connecticut's pending legislation on energy efficiency standards for AI data centers could influence the broader regulatory landscape affecting infrastructure build-out. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] The Federal Communications Commission will evaluate whether state-level AI regulations conflict with its communications mandate. Bizclik Media Ltd
• [New] Warner Bros vs Midjourney is a landmark legal test for copyright in generative art - expect platform guardrails and dataset provenance to accelerate. News, Events, Advertising Options
• [New] Any legislation affecting crypto markets could directly swing the Trump family's wealth, a glaring conflict of interest that could stall bipartisan support for upcoming bills. TS2 Space
• [New] US security leaders have urged lawmakers to reauthorize two key pieces of cyber legislation, including one that facilitates threat-intel sharing between the private sector and federal government, before they expire at the end of the month. The Register
• [New] EU's MiCA regulation establishes comprehensive cryptocurrency rules affecting European operations, while emerging frameworks in jurisdictions like the UK and Singapore could impact global Layer 2 adoption patterns. yellow.com
• [New] Regulations: GDPR prohibits cross-border data sharing, and India's DPDP Act mandates close handling of personal data, determining how banks that operate in so many countries are going to be able to do things, without treating hundreds of regulations to comply with, seems a daunting prospect. FinExtra
• [New] Texas has enacted new legislation to regulate autonomous vehicle operations, with enforcement set to begin in 2026. Driverless Commute
• [New] By the end of 2025, we are expecting about 20 states to have their own comprehensive data privacy laws. TechAnnouncer
• [New] There are laws in many US states requiring flood risk disclosures when a property is sold. The Conversation
• [New] The European Union AI Act represents the world's first comprehensive legal framework for AI regulation, establishing mandatory requirements based on risk categorization. Northwest AI Consulting
• [New] The eleventh-hour deal, if it holds, will avert a longer stalemate and mark a milestone: Colorado's law would be the first in the U.S. to directly regulate AI's risks to consumers, setting a potential model for other states. TS2 Space
• Amazon's relentless pursuit of efficiency has created significant enterprise-level risks beyond individual legal disputes. CEO Today
• The story of Amazon's labour practices is increasingly becoming a case study in reputational, legal, and operational risk, demonstrating how unresolved internal issues can generate significant external pressures that affect profitability and brand value. CEO Today
• Regulation of DeFi: As Cardano's DeFi ecosystem grows, it could come under regulatory scrutiny (e.g., AML/KYC requirements for DEXs or stablecoins). / USA PrimeXBT
• A multinational company might need to comply with EU GDPR requirements, U.S. federal regulations, Chinese cybersecurity laws, and local privacy regulations simultaneously. Chandravanshi Inc #

Last updated: 09 September 2025