Former UK Deputy Information Commissioner Steve Wood has published a blog post analysing the potential impact of upcoming UK-US trade negotiations on technology and data regulation. Following the meeting between Keir Starmer and Donald Trump on 27 February, discussions have intensified on a potential deal.
Wood suggests that while existing UK digital regulations might be protected, risks remain from potential future policy changes. However, given the Trump administration's negotiating style, no demands can be entirely ruled out. As such, Wood stresses the importance of transparency from the UK government to allow for informed input from civil society, businesses, and academics during the negotiation process.
The blog addresses various areas of potential impact, including free speech and digital trade, the Online Safety Act 2023 (OSA), the Age-Appropriate Design Code (AADC), artificial intelligence (AI) regulation, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and international data transfers.
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