This week brought major developments in AI data privacy and cybersecurity. In Europe, Meta faces legal action for planning to train AI on E.U. user data without proper consent starting May 27. Privacy group noyb called this an illegal "opt-out system" under GDPR rules.

New Zealand announced stricter privacy notices for companies collecting data indirectly, aiming to protect citizens and keep E.U. data access. Meanwhile, Brazil passed a new law increasing punishments for AI-powered psychological abuse against women, including deepfakes.

Cybersecurity experts warned that AI tools are causing data leaks, with 1 in 80 AI prompts risking sensitive information. Companies are urged to use AI defenses against growing AI cybercrime.

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