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Welcome to Hogan Lovells’ The Data Chronicles, brought to you by the firm’s global Privacy and Cybersecurity practice. This multimedia series is dedicated to the ever-changing legal and regulatory developments in the world of data, privacy, and cybersecurity. Join us as we unravel and unpack various regulatory frameworks and legal developments around the globe.

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In-depth Insights: Our videos and podcasts feature interviews hosted by Scott Loughlin, co-lead of the Privacy and Cybersecurity practice, with leading privacy, cybersecurity, data and other professionals at the forefront of their fields. We’ll share their insights, experience, and practices related to legal issues that cut across legal disciplines, geographies and regulatory regimes.

Trending Topics: Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in privacy, data protection, cybersecurity, data challenges, and emerging technologies. We analyze the implications of these trends and offer insight useful to you and your organization.
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Across the globe, governments are rethinking how to keep kids safe online. New laws in the UK and the U.S. are driving a wave of age verification and content regulation measures that could reshape how young people experience the internet and how platforms operate. In this episode of The Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin is joined by Hogan Lovells associates, Rob Fett and Georgia Crawford from London, and Sophie Bohm from Colorado, to unpack the UK’s Online Safety Act, the growing patchwork of U.S. state laws, and the complex balance between safety, privacy, and free expression. Together, they explore whether these new rules truly protect children or simply shift the burden to users and platforms.
Discover how the latest U.S. health tech initiative is transforming patient data access and interoperability. In this episode of The Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin is joined by Hogan Lovells partner Melissa Bianchi to discuss the drive toward seamless digital health records, the rise of public-private partnerships, and the future of secure digital identity in healthcare. They explore what these developments mean for patients, providers, and technology innovators, and why now is the time to prepare for the next era of health information.
Like many others, you have been scammed. Is all hope lost? Maybe not.    On this episode of The Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin is joined by Hogan Lovells colleagues, Lauren Berkebile and Byron Phillips, to break down today’s most common online fraud schemes and what to do if your organization gets hit.   They trace the shift from the internet’s initial gift card scams to today’s highly targeted wire-fraud campaigns powered by deepfakes, polished phishing, and social engineering. You’ll hear how criminals stage fake transactions over Zoom, why C-suite leaders are targeted, and the first moves that can help you recover funds.   Whether you have been scammed before and are trying to heighten your defenses or you are planning for how to respond to a future scam, this episode will be a great resource.
Consent is one of the most misunderstood concepts in digital privacy.  Every click, swipe, and scroll can trigger a data transaction, yet today’s reliance on cookie banners and CMPs leaves companies exposed. As regulators grow more sophisticated and laws like CIPA and VPPA add new risks, it’s clear consent needs a serious rethink.   In this episode of The Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin is joined by Max Anderson, Co-founder and Head of Product Development at Ketch, a provider of consent and data privacy management solutions, to discuss why current mechanisms are failing, how opt-outs are evolving beyond a checkbox, and what it means to embed meaningful consent into the user journey while still enabling innovation.
In this episode of Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin explores the challenges of defining artificial intelligence (AI) under emerging laws, including under the EU AI Act. He is joined by Hogan Lovells partner Etienne Drouard and senior associate Olga Kurochkina to discuss the difficulties in drawing clear lines around what qualifies as AI, the importance of that definition under the EU AI Act for both developers and users, and the broader landscape of AI regulation. The conversation highlights the importance of distinguishing AI from automation, the compliance obligations that follow, and the ways AI legislation continues to evolve.
In July 2025, the Trump administration made its first major move in shaping U.S. policy on artificial intelligence, releasing an AI Action Plan after revoking President Biden’s earlier executive order. Host Scott Loughlin is joined by Hogan Lovells partner Cybil Roehrenbeck to break down the plan and its accompanying executive orders, which aim to accelerate development of AI infrastructure, promote the export of AI-based technologies, and impose limits on how the federal government can purchase AI that are determined to have an ideological bias.
Can AI run the government?     In this episode of The Data Chronicles, Scott Loughlin talks with Taka Ariga, former Chief AI Officer at OPM and Chief Data Scientist at GAO, about how the US federal government is approaching its use of AI.  With a focus on the benefits and risks created by AI in the public sector, Scott and Taka explore the impact of AI on the public workforce, public services, national security, and policy making, while discussing agile governance, transparency, and the evolving leadership role of Chief AI Officers.     Two things become clear. First, the government is experiencing the same AI legal concerns as the private sector. And, second, companies and government have much to learn from one another on how they can each harness AI’s promise and manage its risks.
As states race to define the rules of the digital road, 2025 is already proving to be a pivotal year for data legislation.   In this episode of The Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin is joined once again by Hogan Lovells colleague Harsimar Dhanoa to unpack the latest developments in state-level laws on privacy, AI safety, and more.   With surprising shifts and emerging trends reshaping how data is governed across the country, Scott and Harsimar offer sharp insights into what’s changed, what’s coming next, and what it all means for businesses and consumers alike. This annual deep dive has become a listener favorite, delivering timely analysis from one of the most informed voices in the policy space.
In the latest episode of The Data Chronicles, Scott Loughlin, along with several members of the privacy and litigation team - Etienne Drouard, Vassi Iliadis, and Katie McMullan - are featured in a webinar that dives into the complex global legal, litigation, and regulatory challenges surrounding cookies. Covering topics such as banner design, sensitive data opt-ins, “accept or pay” models, and cross-border enforcement, this fast-paced session offers a practical guide to one of the most persistent and difficult issues in data protection. Listeners will gain insights into why cookies remain a legal minefield, what regulators are currently focusing on, and whether cookie banners are necessary outside of the EU.
How do advertisers, publishers, and tech platforms share responsibility for user data under the GDPR? In this episode of The Data Chronicles, Scott Loughlin is joined by Etienne Drouard to break down the IAB Europe Transparency and Consent Framework, exploring how recent court rulings clarify liability in the complex ad tech ecosystem. They discuss what this means for organizations’ compliance strategies and why clear documentation and contracts are now more important than ever for managing risk in digital advertising.
Imagine if the tiny tracking code behind personalized ads and website recommendations were suddenly considered unlawful.   That’s exactly what’s happening in the growing legal battle over cookies and tracking pixels across the country with new fronts opening.   In this episode of The Data Chronicles, we examine plaintiffs’ efforts to expand the web tracking litigation battleground by claiming that unconsented use of web trackers constitutes a data breach under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), which entitles comes with statutory damages and a private right of action.   Scott Loughlin is joined by Hogan Lovells litigators Aidan Coleman and Jay Ettinger to break down the legal implications of new case law on this issue and discuss what’s at stake for the internet as we know it.
AI is reshaping the future of medical devices, but innovation brings complexity.   In this episode of AI Issue Spotting, Scott Loughlin is joined by fellow Hogan Lovells Medical Device and Technology partners Michael Heyl and Jodi Scott to explore the challenges companies face as AI begins to monitor medical device performance, diagnose conditions, and even deliver patient care. From regulatory hurdles to liability risks, they discuss how medical device manufacturers can navigate this rapidly evolving space.   With AI blurring the lines between traditional medical devices and new digital solutions, the discussion highlights what medical device businesses need to know to stay compliant and innovative.
Geopolitics is radically shaping the world of data, privacy, and digital regulation. In this special episode of The Data Chronicles, recorded live at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2025, Scott Loughlin and Eduardo Ustaran, global co-heads of Hogan Lovells’ Data, Privacy and Cybersecurity practice unpack the most pressing conversations from the first quarter of 2025, where shifting political tides are reshaping the global data and privacy landscape. From regulatory upheavals to cross-border data tensions, Scott and Eduardo offer sharp insights into how today’s geopolitical currents are redefining the future of digital regulation.
Health privacy policy is moving fast in the U.S. In this episode of The Data Chronicles, Scott Loughlin is joined by Jordan Wrigley, a data and policy analyst at the Future of Privacy Forum, to discuss the future of current and future state of health privacy policy in the U.S.   They explore the distinction between healthcare and consumer health AI, current legislative approaches, and key regulatory themes like transparency and standard of care.   Join discussion to hear where health policy is today and where we are going.
In this episode of The Data Chronicles, host Scott Loughlin is joined by Charmian Aw, a partner in the firm’s Singapore office, to explore the current state of data protection law across the Asia Pacific region. As countries throughout the region ramp up regulations around privacy, cybersecurity, incident response, and AI, it has become increasingly difficult for organizations to keep pace with the rapid developments. Together, Scott and Charmian provide a timely update on recent trends, enforcement activity, and what the future may hold for data governance in this complex and evolving landscape.
With artificial intelligence rapidly reshaping industries, its implications for competition law are becoming more significant than ever. This episode of AI Issue Spotting dives into the evolving relationship between AI and antitrust law in the United States, under the new administration and more broadly.   As AI continues to disrupt markets, understanding its influence on mergers and acquisitions, consumer protection, and competition is crucial. Scott Loughlin is joined by Logan Breed and Chris Fitzpatrick, senior leaders from Hogan Lovells' global antitrust and competition team, to discuss how AI is transforming legal frameworks and what it means for businesses navigating this new frontier.
As AI agents become more integrated into business operations and products, understanding their impact is crucial.   In this episode of AI Issue Spotting, Scott Loughlin is joined by Daniel Berrick, Senior Policy Counsel for Artificial Intelligence at the Future of Privacy Forum, to break down the growing significance of AI agents. They explore key questions around how AI agents function, their risks to data privacy and security, and the challenges they pose in terms of alignment and accuracy. Scott and Daniel discuss the novel issues surrounding data collection, disclosure, and the need for explainability and oversight as AI agents continue to evolve.
With the EU Data Act, the landscape of connected products and the allocation of rights to product data is set to change.   This episode of The Data Chronicles is the final installment in a three-part series on the EU Data Act, turning the spotlight onto connected products and related services. Scott Loughlin is joined by Christian Tinnefeld, a partner at Hogan Lovells’ Hamburg office, and together they dive into how the new law will affect everything from smart devices to wearables, from IoT to medical products.   They explore key parts of the Act, highlighting the impact on data access, privacy, and product development. With deadlines fast approaching, they also discuss the steps businesses must take to navigate this shift and the challenges and opportunities it brings.
The EU Data Act is set to reshape the cloud computing landscape in the EU, but what does it mean for cloud providers and users in practice? That is the question this episode of The Data Chronicles seeks to answer.   Scott Loughlin continues the discussion on the EU Data Act with Henrik Hanssen, counsel from Hogan Lovells’ Hamburg office, to explore how the cloud switching and interoperability requirements under the EU Data Act will affect cloud service product design, customer agreements and cloud business models. As cloud providers face the need to adapt, Scott and Henrik break down the challenges and opportunities that come with this significant regulatory shift.
The EU Data Act is set to transform the digital economy—but what does that mean for businesses?   In the first episode of our three-part series, host Scott Loughlin is joined by Hogan Lovells colleagues, Christian Tinnefeld, partner, and Henrik Hanssen, counsel to break down the Act’s key provisions, its impact on cloud computing, connected products, and data-sharing obligations, and what companies must do to comply before the looming deadlines. From data mapping to contract renegotiations, they explore the challenges and opportunities businesses must navigate.   Tune in for a practical guide to understanding one of Europe’s most significant digital regulations.
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