EU Regulators Push Back on GDPR Changes Amid Data Privacy Regulations Debate

Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has shaped global data rules since it took effect on May 25, 2018. For years, it set the benchmark for strong user rights and strict corporate accountability. Now, in 2025-2026, proposed EU reforms are reopening debate around the future of data privacy regulations. Lawmakers want simpler compliance and faster innovation, especially for AI and digital services.