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6.17.26
UK Announces Social Media Ban and Broader Online Restrictions for Users Under 16
On June 15, 2026, the UK government announced plans to introduce a social media ban for users under 16 (under-16s), alongside restrictions on features deemed harmful to minors, such as livestreaming and messaging functions, for a wider range of online services, including those in the gaming sector. These measures, which may require platforms active in the UK market to significantly alter their operations, are expected to come into force in Spring 2027.
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6.05.26
European Commission Publishes Proposal for Act to Reduce Reliance on Foreign Cloud and AI
On June 3, 2026, the European Commission (EC) released its first draft of a proposed Cloud and AI Development Act (Proposal or CADA), marking a significant step forward in the EU’s efforts to strengthen its digital infrastructure and reduce strategic dependence on non-EU cloud providers.
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5.08.26
Wilson Sonsini Attorneys Named to 2026 Lawdragon Leading Global Cyber Lawyers Guide
On May 8, 2026, Lawdragon announced its 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Global Cyber Lawyers guide, recognizing world leaders in privacy, data, security, and incident response, as well as the deals and lawsuits that revolve around all things cyber. The Wilson Sonsini attorneys named to the list included:
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5.05.26
What’s Next for Age Assurance Laws in Europe?
Developments in law, regulatory guidance, and enforcement practice across Europe are leading to meaningful changes in how online services are offered to minors. A steady stream of announcements in recent months makes clear that this area will continue to develop at pace, requiring providers of online services to keep their approach to age assurance under regular review.
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3.31.26
OpenAI Prevails in Landmark Italian AI and GDPR Enforcement Case
On March 18, 2026, the Court of Rome ruled in OpenAI’s favor, annulling a €15 million fine and an order requiring OpenAI to conduct a media campaign about AI model training that had been imposed by the Italian Data Protection Authority (Garante).
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3.26.26
Wilson Sonsini's Brussels Team Recognized in Legal 500 2026 EMEA Guide
On March 25, 2026, Wilson Sonsini was recognized as a leading law firm, ranked Tier 1, in Belgium for "EU Regulatory: Privacy and Data Protection" in the 2026 edition of The Legal 500's Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) guide. The annual guide ranks leading lawyers and law firms in countries across the jurisdictions.
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3.19.26
Wilson Sonsini’s Brussels Team Recognized in Chambers Europe 2026
On March 19, 2026, Chambers and Partners published its Chambers Europe 2026 guide, recognizing Wilson Sonsini’s Brussels office and attorneys among the leading lawyers and law firms across Europe. Wilson Sonsini’s Brussels team has been ranked in the “TMT: Data Protection” category. Additionally, Wilson Sonsini partners Cédric Burton, Yann Padova, and Laura De Boel have been individually ranked in the “TMT: Data Protection” category.
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3.18.26
Firm Advises Mastercard on Data, Privacy, and Cyber Aspects of BVNK Acquisition
On March 17, 2026, Mastercard announced a definitive agreement to acquire BVNK, a leader in stablecoin infrastructure, for up to $1.8 billion, including $300 million in contingent payments. The deal further expands Mastercard's end-to-end support of digital assets and value movement across currencies, rails, and regions. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Mastercard on data, privacy, and cyber issues related to the transaction.
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3.03.26
Wilson Sonsini Advises Versori on Acquisition by Avalara
On February 27, 2026, Avalara, the leading provider of cloud-based tax compliance automation software, announced that it acquired Versori Group, an integration platform company specializing in automated connector development powered by agentic AI. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati advised Versori on the transaction.
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2.18.26
Court of Justice of the European Union Confirms Judicial Review of EDPB Binding Decisions
On February 10, 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) confirmed in a landmark judgment that companies can seek annulment of European Data Protection Board (EDPB) binding decisions before the adoption of a final decision by their lead Supervisory Authority (SA).
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2.18.26
Wilson Sonsini Lawyer Cédric Burton Quoted by Courthouse News Service on Landmark EU Court Ruling on GDPR Enforcement
Wilson Sonsini partner Cédric Burton was quoted in Courthouse News Service's coverage of a landmark judgment from the Court of Justice of the European Union (EU) holding that binding decisions of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) are directly challengeable before EU courts. The ruling confirms that where the EDPB definitively determines key legal issues in cross-border GDPR cases, companies may bring annulment actions before the General Court.
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1.09.26
2026 Year in Preview: Regulatory Consumer Protection Trends for Companies to Watch Out For
As we ring in the new year, we want to make you aware of key issues affecting consumers that we expect lawmakers and regulators to focus on over the next 12 months. Below are the top transatlantic consumer protection issues to watch out for in 2026: