State privacy enforcement in the United States is intensifying in 2025, with notable settlements in California and Connecticut signaling heightened regulatory scrutiny for businesses. California continues to lead nationwide compliance efforts through updates to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and new AI-related privacy legislation, including Senate Bill 690. These developments are shaping digital privacy litigation, alongside federal statutes such as the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). Additionally, the Department of Commerce has taken action against the Biden administration's operator of the National Semiconductor Technology Center, known as "Natcast," citing unlawful establishment. In parallel, U.S.-EU trade relations have advanced with added commitments to their trade framework, potentially influencing European ESG legislation. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has also issued guidance on advertising compliance for foreign manufacturers entering the U.S. market. Furthermore, the Civil Rights Department's AI regulations have a compliance deadline approaching in six weeks, underscoring the growing regulatory focus on artificial intelligence.