

EU AI Act Approach to General-Purpose AI Models Takes Shape: Takeaways for IHEs
On August 2, 2025, provisions of the EU AI Act addressing large “general-purpose AI” (GPAI) models took effect. The provisions include transparency and copyright compliance obligations for all GPAI models and heightened safety and security obligations for GPAI models with “systemic risk.” For institutions of higher education adopting and using AI tools powered by large GPAI models, these provisions will likely produce useful information for conducting due diligence and framin

Alan Grose, XL Law Consulting
Dec 9, 20258 min read


The DOJ Sensitive Data Rule: A Race to Compliance Maturity
On October 6, 2025, the final provisions of the DOJ Sensitive Data Rule took effect, completing the framework for the DOJ’s Data Security Program. Institutions engaging in relevant data-sharing activities should move quickly to ensure compliance. On October 6, 2025, the last provisions of 28 C.F.R. Part 202, “ Access to U.S. Sensitive Personal Data and Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern or Covered Persons ” (“DOJ Rule”) took effect, completing the regulatory

Alan Grose, XL Law Consulting
Dec 2, 20256 min read


China Issues New Requirements for Handling of Sensitive Personal Information
On April 25, 2025, TC260 issued the recommended standard Data Security Technology – Security Requirements for Handling of Sensitive...

Rose Li, XL Law & Consulting
Aug 6, 20255 min read


China Releases Guidelines on Reporting the Appointment of Data Protection Officers
On July 18, 2025, the CAC issued guidance on reporting the appointment of personal information protection officers. Handlers that reached...

Rose Li, XL Law & Consulting
Jul 31, 20254 min read


China Releases Draft Amendment to Cybersecurity Law
On March 28, 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China released a draft amendment to the Cybersecurity Law(“Draft Amendment”) for...

Rose Li, XL Law & Consulting
Jun 4, 20254 min read


Education Highlights from China’s 2025 Two Sessions
The 2025 Government Work Report emphasizes integration of vocational education and general (i.e., non-vocational) education, further...

Rose Li, XL Law & Consulting
May 26, 20253 min read

