Navigating the Evolving Privacy Enforcement Landscape: A Conversation with Michael Macko and Tyler Bridegan

The Institute for Technology, Law & Policy and the International Association of Privacy Professionals, in partnership with Womble Bond Dickinson, hosted a fireside chat titled "Navigating the Evolving Privacy Enforcement Landscape: A Conversation with Michael Macko and Tyler Bridegan." This event took place on February 18, 2026, at the Luskin Conference Center at UCLA.

The discussion featured Michael Macko, Deputy Director of Enforcement for the California Privacy Protection Agency, and Tyler Bridegan, Partner at Womble Bond Dickinson and former Director of Privacy Enforcement for the Texas Attorney General’s Office. They explored various enforcement approaches and priorities that regulators are adopting to implement the new wave of privacy and technology laws across the United States.

The event began with a happy hour from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM in the Luskin Courtyard South, providing attendees with networking opportunities. The main discussion followed from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Laureate Room, offering insights into the evolving landscape of privacy enforcement.

This event was particularly beneficial for legal professionals, privacy officers, compliance experts, and individuals interested in understanding the complexities of privacy law enforcement. Attendees gained valuable perspectives on regulatory strategies and the implications for businesses and consumers.