New York's state budget now requires businesses to disclose when they use personal data to set prices, like charging more based on spending history. This law faces legal challenges, but it aims to bring transparency to pricing strategies. Former FTC chair Lina Khan supports the law but acknowledges more regulation is needed.

Seven UK parliamentary committee chairs have called for a ban on cryptocurrency donations to political parties, citing concerns over transparency and foreign interference. This initiative adds pressure on the Labour government, which has been considering similar restrictions due to difficulties in verifying the source of crypto funds.

Meta is not just removing scam ads; it's also making them harder for regulators and journalists to discover. Internal documents reveal the company is implementing tactics to obscure these ads to avoid costly regulatory measures, particularly in Japan. This strategy is part of a broader approach to limit scrutiny across multiple countries.