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Inside Privacy (Covington) · Jun 18, 2026 · International

CISA Releases Binding Operational Directive on Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk

CISA issued Binding Operational Directive 26-04 on June 10, requiring federal agencies to prioritize security updates based on risk rather than a uniform patching schedule. The directive and its accompanying implementation guidance are framed as part of CISA's response to evolving threats, including the impact of AI on the vulnerability landscape.

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Kenya publishes Artificial Intelligence Bill, 2026, proposing a formal framework for AI governance

Kenya has published the Artificial Intelligence Bill, 2026, laying out a proposed formal regulatory framework for AI governance in the country. The draft marks one of the more concrete legislative moves on AI oversight to emerge from the African continent.

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Politico — Tech · Jun 18, 2026 · International

Gottheimer readies AI bill to vet powerful AI models for risk

Representative Josh Gottheimer is preparing legislation that would require advanced AI models to undergo mandatory federal risk reviews covering national security, critical infrastructure, and bioterrorism threats. The bill targets the most powerful AI systems and would formalize government oversight before or during their deployment.

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AI Facial Recognition Error Lands Jalil Richardson in Florida Jail for 50 Days Despite Being Innocent

Jalil Richardson spent 50 days in a Florida jail after a facial recognition system incorrectly identified him as a suspect, despite his innocence. The wrongful detention highlights ongoing accuracy failures in AI-driven biometric tools used in criminal investigations.

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EFF — Deeplinks · Jun 17, 2026 · International

The NO FAKES Act Could Silence Satire, Commentary, And News

The NO FAKES Act, intended to curb harmful AI-generated impersonations of real people, has drawn opposition from the Electronic Frontier Foundation and other civil liberties groups, who argue the bill's takedown mechanisms could be used to suppress satire, commentary, and legitimate news coverage.

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The U.S. Military’s AI Policy Is Up for Debate

The U.S. military's existing policy framework governing artificial intelligence is under active review and debate. The discussion centers on how the Pentagon should shape rules for developing and deploying AI in defense contexts.

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IBM recognized as a Leader in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for AI Governance Platforms

Gartner has placed IBM in the Leader quadrant of its Magic Quadrant for AI Governance Platforms, a analyst ranking that evaluates vendors on their ability to execute and completeness of vision in the AI governance market.

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Politico — Tech · Jun 17, 2026 · International

Pence-backed think tank joins push to keep kids’ safety bills out of AI package

A conservative coalition that includes Mike Pence's Advancing American Freedom is lobbying against bundling children's online safety legislation into a broader AI policy package, arguing the proposals would introduce privacy risks and suppress lawful speech online.

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IAPP · Jun 17, 2026 · International

Why erasure requests don't require model retraining: Governance that is defensible

Why erasure requests don't require model retraining: Governance that is defensible IAPP

Final AI Omnibus Text Dilutes Fundamental Rights Protections

Final AI Omnibus Text Dilutes Fundamental Rights Protections - Center for Democracy and Technology

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Inside Privacy (Covington) · Jun 17, 2026 · International

Amadeus IT Group Receives GDPR Fine

Spain's data protection authority fined Amadeus IT Group €18 million for GDPR violations tied to its Global Distribution System, which powers booking and travel data infrastructure used across the global travel industry. Amadeus voluntarily paid the fine, receiving a 20% reduction for doing so.

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University of Texas Law Alters AI Policy to Stop Skills Loss

University of Texas School of Law has revised its artificial intelligence policy, with the stated goal of preventing students from losing core legal skills by over-relying on AI tools. The move reflects a broader debate in legal education about how much AI assistance students should use while learning to practice law.

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University of Texas Law Alters AI Policy to Stop Skills Loss (3)

The University of Texas School of Law has revised its artificial intelligence policy, with the stated goal of preventing students from losing foundational legal skills by relying too heavily on AI tools. The updated policy appears to place new limits or conditions on how students may use AI in their coursework.

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The Digital Omnibus for AI regulation and implications for compliance

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No AI detectors, more citations. What's in a new Wake schools' AI policy draft

Wake County Schools is circulating a draft AI policy that moves away from AI detection tools and instead focuses on citation requirements when students use AI-generated content. The proposal signals a shift from trying to catch AI use toward acknowledging it and building transparency around it.

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Trahan faces progressive pushback over federal AI regulation plan

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Building an open ecosystem for AI governance with Unity AI Gateway

Databricks has introduced Unity AI Gateway, positioning it as an open infrastructure layer for governing AI systems. The tool appears designed to give organizations centralized control over how AI models are accessed, monitored, and managed across their environments.

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AI in NC classrooms | Wake County Schools weigh pros, cons of how artificial intelligence could impact learning

Wake County Schools in North Carolina is evaluating how artificial intelligence might be integrated into classroom learning, weighing potential benefits against concerns about its impact on students and education.

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Data Protection Commission · Jun 17, 2026 · EU / Ireland

Use of employee’s swipe-card data for disciplinary purposes

Ireland's Data Protection Commission has taken up a case involving an employer's use of swipe-card access data against an employee for disciplinary purposes. The case centers on whether repurposing that data — collected to manage building access — for disciplinary action is lawful under data protection rules.

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Data Protection Commission · Jun 16, 2026 · EU / Ireland

Access and Erasure request (Pinterest)

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Politico — Tech · Jun 16, 2026 · International

Meta drops opposition to kids online safety bill if it overwrites state AI laws

Meta has withdrawn its opposition to a federal kids' online safety bill, on the condition that the legislation preempts existing state-level AI laws. The company had previously helped derail a similar bill nearly two years ago.

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New trade association launched with hopes of advancing data center and AI policy in Arkansas

A new trade association has been formed in Arkansas with the stated goal of shaping policy around data centers and artificial intelligence at the state level. The group aims to influence how Arkansas develops its regulatory and infrastructure approach to the growing AI and data industry.

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BBC — Tech · Jun 16, 2026 · International

Tech Life

A specific prompt caused ChatGPT to generate disturbing images, raising concerns about the robustness of safety filters built into large language and image models.

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Over 200 State Lawmakers Call on Congress to Oppose Great American AI Act Preemption Proposal

More than 200 state legislators have signed a letter urging Congress to reject preemption provisions in the Great American AI Act that would override state-level AI regulations. The push reflects growing resistance among states to federal efforts that would strip their authority to set their own AI rules.

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