The Data Stream podcast dives deep into the fast-moving currents of data, technology, and the law. Presented by BakerHostetler’s Digital Assets and Data Management (DADM) Practice Group and hosted by Partners David Sherman and Nichole Sterling, this series explores how companies navigate the complex life cycle of data—from privacy and cybersecurity to advertising, AI and
Digital Omnibus: The European Commission published its proposal to amend the GDPR, AI Act, Data Act and other related frameworks
The EU Commission has published its proposal for the “Digital Omnibus” aimed to simplify and streamline the EU rules governing artificial intelligence, data protection, cybersecurity, and data use more broadly. The proposal seeks to amend several cornerstone EU regulations, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act), Regulation (EU) 2023/2854 (Data Act), Directive 2002/58/EC (e-Privacy Directive) and Directive (EU) 2022/2555 (NIS2). The proposal also foresees the repeal of the fairly recent Regulation (EU) 2022/868 (Data Governance Act).
Below is a high-level snapshot of the proposal, ahead of a more detailed advisory we will publish.
The proposal will now moves through what is expected to be a challenging legislative procedure and policy and political discussions with the European Parliament and the Council.
Below we set out a quick overview of the most relevant elements for companies, including medical device manufacturers and other Life Sciences companies – e.g., changes to the AI Act, updates to the GDPR, reform of the EU cookie and tracking rules, data-sharing rules, and the new single-entry point for cybersecurity and data protection incidents reporting.
Big Beautiful AI Bill: Is the US State AI law ban back on the horizon?
A new draft Federal Executive Order released yesterday says: Maybe.
While the EU is busy putting the brakes on their EU AI Act due to being potentially too onerous and chilling innovation, the White House considers doing the same, for US State AI laws.
- The new EO highlights that it is the policy of the
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The Advantages of Using an AI Agent in Contract Review
I spoke with Brian Powers, the Co-Founder & CEO of Markups.ai, a company that created an AI agent called Agent Marko to draft, revise, and analyze contracts from clients’ inboxes, with no new platform required, and Debbie Epstein Henry, the Founder of DEH Consulting, Speaking, and Writing, and the Chief Strategic
Google to CMOs at Slush 2025: Adapt to AI or Fall Behind
Editor’s Note: Google didn’t just attend Slush 2025—it led with intent, using one of the world’s premier tech and startup stages to rally brand leaders around the new reality of AI-driven marketing. Held in Helsinki, Slush is where the future gets announced, and this year’s event was no exception. At a private CMO Breakfast session,
Worth Reading – AI agents are only as good as the data they’re given, and that’s a big issue for businesses
In the age of AI, though, this might be the high-priority risk. That old, untrustworthy, and outdated information that no one ever bothered to clean up is actively messing up your AI implementation. Your attempt to be a data-driven business depends on having accurate data. That becomes difficult to do when you’re not actively cleaning
Ontario’s New AI Rules for Job Postings in 2026: What HR Needs To Do Now
Ontario’s Working for Workers Four Act, 2024 changes the Employment Standards Act.
From January 1, 2026, employers with 25 or more employees must say in any publicly advertised job posting if AI is used to screen, assess, or select applicants. You must also include the same note in any associated application form.
This sits beside other new posting rules, such as
Real Estate Lawyer SEO: How to Rank #1 & Win More Closings [2025 Guide]
Over 200,000 real estate lawyers are fighting for business from buyers, sellers, and investors.Yet, the only ones who consistently win clients are those who show up first on Google and AI tools like ChatGPT.Remember, 93% of online journeys (like hiring a lawyer) start on a search engine. If you’re buried, you might as well
Law Firm Profitability: How to Increase Your Law Firm Revenue with Brooke Lively’s Top 10 Growth Secrets
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Brooke Lively CEO and Founder of Cathcap, Inc. Brooke Lively is the co-founder of Cathedral Capital, a financial consulting firm specializing in helping small businesses achieve profitability and growth. With her extensive expertise in financial strategy and management, Brooke is dedicated to providing tailored solutions that empower businesses to reach their financial goals.