Keir Lamont, senior director at the Future of Privacy Forum, Caitriona Fitzgerald from EPIC, and Scott Babwah Brennen of NYU delve into the shifting tech policy landscape as states gear up for 2025. They discuss a surge in state-level tech regulations, notably over 100 new laws on AI. The experts analyze privacy advancements, contrasting states like Maryland and California. They also explore evolving youth online safety legislation and the increasing bipartisan momentum for smartphone bans in classrooms, highlighting a unique intersection of politics and technology.

Experts discuss the complexities of state privacy laws in the U.S., with a focus on how different states are influencing each other. They cover the evolution of state laws, including California's model, and the impact on data collection and online advertising practices. The episode also explores personal advocacy for privacy and the importance of tailoring privacy programs to individual needs.