Florida’s proposed legislation requires mandatory human review of claim denials to prevent algorithms and AI from being the sole basis for these decisions. This law aims to address concerns about algorithm-driven decisions in insurance while ensuring regulatory compliance.
On December 19, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act (RAISE Act), establishing safety, transparency, and incident reporting requirements for large developers of frontier AI models, effective July 1, 2027.
The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act, effective in early 2026, introduces strict regulations demanding accountability and transparency from AI developers worldwide, reshaping the global technology landscape and setting new standards for responsible AI innovation.
Shadow AI governance is essential as organizations rapidly adopt generative AI, often outpacing their enterprise controls. While Shadow AI can introduce risks such as data exposure, it reflects a workforce eager to innovate and solve problems. Effective governance should address these risks while encouraging creativity.
As we approach 2026, the global economy will transition from “AI-assisted” to “AI-native” operations, introducing autonomous AI agents that redefine corporate processes. This shift brings new cybersecurity challenges, requiring proactive strategies to protect data and identities in the evolving AI economy.
California’s Companion Chatbot Law, effective January 1, 2026, mandates user disclosures and safety protocols for companion chatbot operators, especially protecting minors. Starting in 2027, annual reports on crisis referrals and safety measures must be submitted.
Washington State is implementing new AI regulations specifically designed to protect minors from the dangers of deepfake technology, enhancing safety and accountability in digital content.