New Data Governance Regulations in 2025

The regulatory landscape continues to evolve, with new requirements impacting how organizations collect, store, and process data.

Key Developments

EU AI Act Enforcement

The EU AI Act is now in effect, requiring risk assessments for AI systems and mandatory transparency for high-risk applications. Organizations using AI in healthcare, finance, or HR must demonstrate compliance.

US State Privacy Laws

Five additional US states enacted comprehensive privacy laws this year, creating a patchwork of requirements that demands a unified compliance strategy.

Cross-Border Data Transfer

New frameworks for US-EU data transfers provide clearer guidelines but require organizations to update their data processing agreements and technical safeguards.

What Organizations Should Do

1. Audit existing AI systems for EU AI Act compliance
2. Implement unified consent management across state privacy laws
3. Review data transfer mechanisms and update DPAs
4. Invest in automated compliance monitoring to reduce manual overhead