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$11.3 Million Penalty for GEICO and Travelers Over Data Breaches
Ad Industry Called to Agree on Do Not Track Standard
Anti-Piracy ‘Six-Strikes’ Launches in U.S. Amid Concerns
Apple Enables Two-Step Verification under FTC Pressure
Apple is not Honoring Your Privacy
Attorney General Gansler Announces Maryland’s Internet Privacy Unit
Avast's $16.5 Million FTC Settlement is a Wake-Up Call for Businesses on Data Privacy
Biometric Privacy Enforcement in Texas and what the Meta Settlement Means for Businesses
Bitly Offsite Data Backup Breached
Botnets and Mobile Fraud on the Rise
California AG Sets Guidelines for DNT Requirements and Transparency
California Attorney General is Filing Suits on Mobile App Privacy Policy Violations
California Data Broker Settlement Highlights Risks for Non-Compliance with the Delete Act
California Online Privacy Law Enforcement Starts
California Privacy Agency Sets New Enforcement Radar!
California Privacy Protection Agency Settles with Data Brokers Over Violations of the Delete Act
California Privacy Protection Agency Unveils Data Broker Regulations for Public Review
California Supreme Courts Rules Emails are PII
California Teens Get “Eraser Button” Law
California Wants to Know- Do you or don’t you Honor DNT Requests?
California's Crackdown on Data Brokers Continues
California’s Approach to AI and Data Privacy and What You Need to Know
California’s Increased Focus on Location Data and What Businesses Need to Know
Canada’s Enforcement Agency Issued the Largest Penalty Under the CASL
Canada’s Privacy Commissioner Calls for PIPEDA Review
CBR Systems Settles FTC Data Breach Complaint: Companies Should Review Employee Data Security Practices
CCPA Enforcement Has Begun….
CCPA Enforcement is Well Underway…with CPRA Right Behind it
CCPA on Steroids on the California Ballot for November 2020
Class Action Settlement … for CCPA?
Class Action Status Awarded in Lawsuit against comScore for Privacy Violations
Colorado Attorney General Publishes Data Security Best Practices
Colorado Global Privacy Control Now in Effect
Colorado Passed the Artificial Intelligence Act (“CAIA”)
Colorado Passes its Own Version of CCPA
Colorado Released the First Draft Proposed Rules to the CPA
Colorado Releases the Second Draft Proposed Rules
Commercial Privacy Bill of Rights Act
Connecticut Amended the CTDPA – Health and Children's Data now included!
Connecticut Attorney General Introduces New Online Form for Data Breach Notifications
Connecticut Attorney General Releases Report on CTDPA Enforcement Actions
Connecticut Enacted Data Breach Safe Harbor Law
Connecticut Revises Data Breach Statute with New Legislation
COPPA Compliance Date Set for July 1, 2013
Costly Cookies and the Price of DNT
CPPA Enforcement Division Issues First Advisory
CPPA Launches Investigation into Data Broker Compliance- What Businesses Need to Know
CPPA Proposes New Regulations for Data Broker Registration under the Delete Act
Crackdown Continues on Data Brokers for FCRA Violations
Critics Call Canadian Government’s Digital Privacy Act a Threat – Undermines Privacy
Cybersecurity Executive Order an Improvement over CISPA
Data Breach Class Action Lawsuits on the Rise
Data Breach Class Action Lawsuits on the Rise
Data Brokers Warned by FTC of Possible FCRA Violations
Delaware Data Breach Law has been Amended
Delaware Legislature Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill
Delaware’s Consumer Privacy Act Takes Effect January 2025
eBay Tells 145 Million Users to Change Passwords after Cyber Breach
ECPA Reform 2013- Security v. Privacy
Equifax has Finally Settled with the FTC
EU Cookie Law Levels the Playing Field
EU Cookie Law: New Guidance Putting Privacy at Risk?
EU Cookie Law: New Guidance Putting Privacy at Risk?
EU Data Protection Reform Plugs Along...Slowly but Surely
EU is Getting Serious on Cybersecurity
EU Orders Google to Revise Privacy Policy or Face Disciplinary Action
EU Plans Action against Google
EU to US, “Safe Harbor” Guarantees Not Safe for Europeans
Europe and Asia Move Toward Encryption of all Data
FCC Revised Net Neutrality Draft Heading to a Vote May 15
Federal Privacy Legislation is a Hot Topic in the US
Final Order against Rent-To-Own Computer Spies Approved by the FTC
Florida’s Digital Bill of Rights is Signed into Law
For the Sins of the Government – Marketers will pay….
FTC Challenges InMarket’s Unlawful Use and Sale of Precise Location Data
FTC Clears Google of Antitrust Violations, But Faces Criticism for Inaction
FTC Commissioner’s New Campaign to “Reclaim Your Name” from Data Brokers
FTC Enforcement Highlights the Importance of Honest Privacy Claims for Businesses
FTC Investigates CafePress for Data Breach Cover-Up
FTC Issued a Report on AI from the October 2023 Roundtable Meeting
FTC Issues Final Order, Settles First FCRA Case with Mobile App Developer
FTC Issues First Order Prohibiting Sale of Sensitive Location Data and Bans Data Broker from Selling Precise Consumer Location Data
FTC Issues Identity Theft Red Flag Rules Guidance
FTC Keeps Pressure on Safe-Harbor Enforcement as Agreement with EU Undergoes Review
FTC Offers Refunds to Avast Customers Impacted by Privacy Misleading Practices
FTC Orders Data Broker Transparency Investigations
FTC Releases a Data Breach Response Guide For Business
FTC Releases a Data Breach Response Guide For Business
FTC Report to Congress- Data Brokers Need More Transparency, Consumers Need More Control
FTC Requesting Powers to Make Privacy Rules
FTC Says Privacy, Security, and Choice for the “Internet of Things”
FTC Sends Educational Letters to Remind Companies and App Developers about COPPA Compliance Deadline
FTC Settlement Highlights Privacy and Security Risks in Genetic Testing and What It Means for Your Business
FTC Settlement with BetterHelp Highlights the Importance of Protecting Sensitive Health Data
FTC Settlement with Flashlight App Developer Sheds Light on Geolocation Data Collection
FTC Settlement with Flashlight App Developer Sheds Light on Geolocation Data Collection
FTC Settles Epic History Sniffing Case
FTC Stronger Children’s Privacy / COPPA Rule Amended
FTC Sues Kochava Over Sale of Geolocation Data
FTC Takes Action Against CafePress for Data Breach Cover-Up and the Key Lessons for Businesses on Security and Accountability
FTC Takes Action Against Data Broker X-Mode and Successor Outlogic for Selling Sensitive Location Data
FTC Takes Action Against GoodRx for Privacy Violations
FTC Takes Down Data Brokers for Selling Sensitive Location Data
FTC's 2015 Privacy and Security Update and Key Highlights for Your Business
FTC's 2017 Update and Enhancing Privacy and Data Security Standards
FTC's 2019 Privacy and Data Security Update and What You Need to Know
FTC's 2020 Privacy and Security Update and the Key Insights for Businesses
FTC's 2023 Privacy and Data Security Update and Key Actions and Initiatives
FTC’s Ohlhausen Warns against Baseline Privacy Law; Supports Self-Regulation
GAO Reporting that the US Needs Federal Privacy Protections for Consumers
Geolocation Data Collection and Use Must be Provided in Your Privacy Policy!
Geolocation Now Under Scrutiny by FTC
Geolocation – Hot Topic?
Germany Puts Pressure on Google to Change Data Sharing Policies
Global Data Breach Investigation Shows E-Commerce Leader in Cybersecurity Attacks
Google Faces Coordinated EU Action for Privacy Violations
Google Faces Off in Spain over Data Privacy
Google to Pay $7 Million for Privacy Violations in 38 States
Google Updates Terms of Service to Reveal Email Scanning
Google Wallet and Play Store in Privacy Rights and Legislator Crosshairs
Google, Apple, and Other Mobile App Developers Prepare for Crackdowns on Data Privacy Security
Google, Yahoo, and Others Adopt IAB’s Anti-Piracy Best Practices
Governor of Maine Signs Bill Banning Internet Providers from Selling Consumer Data
Guardian Analytics Settles Data Breach Case with Connecticut AG
Has enforcement of CCPA been delayed for a year?
Hashing Doesn’t Make Data Anonymous!
HITECH Act /Omnibus Rule Enforcement Less than One Month Away
How the California AG See’s CCPA – in an Info Graphic – Seems Simple?
Illinois Tightens Biometric Data Regulations
Important Reminder: Comply with Data Broker Registration Laws to Avoid Fines
Indiana Becomes the Seventh State to Pass a Consumer Privacy Law
Iowa Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill
Iowa Passes Safe Harbor Law for Data Breach Litigation
Iowa’s Consumer Privacy Act Takes Effect January 2025
Is another Ad Network Driven Privacy Solution Good for the Industry?
Is Verizon in Violation of The Wiretap Act?
Is Your Business Ready for the January 1, 2014 Compliance Date for California’s Right to Privacy Laws?
Is Your Website Privacy Policy Up to Date?
Judge Tells FTC to Reveal Data Security Standards
Kentucky is the Most Recent State to Pass Consumer Data Privacy Legislation
Kentucky Strengthens Data Privacy with New Amendments - What Businesses Need to Know
Key Changes to Utah’s Data Breach Law and What Businesses Need to Know
Lessons from the FTC's Settlement with Ascension Data & Analytics
Lessons from Verkada's Data Breach and Marketing Violations and What Every Business Needs to Know
LinkedIn Wins Dismissal in Hacked Passwords Suit
Location Data Under Scrutiny and How California’s Latest Investigation Affects Your Business
Major Action Taken Against NGL Labs for Deceptive Practices Targeting Teens
Maryland PASSES MOST RESTRICTIVE Consumer Data Privacy LAW IN US!
Maryland Revised their Data Breach Notification Laws
Massachusetts and AI and how to Stay Compliant with Data Privacy and Consumer Protection Laws
Massachusetts Court Rules Zip Codes Personal Information- Retailers Who Collect May Violate Law
MGM Resorts Settles Lawsuits After Data Breaches Affect Millions of Customers
Minnesota Passes Consumer Data Privacy Act
Montana Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill
Monument Inc. Settles with the FTC for a $2.5 Million Penalty
Mozilla Firefox Will Block Third Party Ad Cookies
Mozilla Moves Forward with Cookie-Blocking Patch
Mozilla Releases Lightbeam Software: Track the Trackers
Navigating the Legal Landscape of Artificial Intelligence and What You Need to Know
Nebraska Legislature Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill
Nebraska’s Consumer Privacy Act Takes Effect January 2025
Net Neutrality Law Approved by EU Parliament
Nevada Passes a Bill SB260 to Expand the Right to Opt-Out of Sales
New Antitrust Investigation Opened by FTC over Google Display Ads
New CFPB Proposal Aims to Safeguard Americans' Sensitive Data from Misuse by Data Brokers
New FTC Guidance and the Six Steps for COPPA Compliance
New Guidelines for Mobile Privacy
New Hampshire Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill
New Hampshire’s Consumer Privacy Act Takes Effect January 2025
New Jersey Passes Consumer Data Privacy Bill
New Jersey’s Consumer Privacy Act Takes Effect January 15, 2025
New Jersey’s Focus on Algorithmic Discrimination and AI Compliance
New Rule by CFPB Enhances Consumer Control Over Financial Data and Fosters Competition
New York Attorney General’s Report on Data Breaches and their Escalating Costs on the Rise, Take Steps to Protect
New York Cybersecurity Regulations Latest Updates
New York Strengthens Cybersecurity Regulations and the Key Updates for Financial Businesses
New York's Data Breach Law Updated and What Your Business Needs to Know
New York’s Cybersecurity Regulation Requires Changes by May 1, 2025
Ninth Circuit Dismisses Redbox Class Action, Allows Zip Code Collection
Ohio Enacted Data Breach Safe Harbor Law
On day one, California AG issues Statement on CCPA Enforcement
Online Marketer to Pay $1m to Settle Privacy Violation Charges
Oregon Becomes the Most Recent State to Enact a Data Broker Law
Oregon passed the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act
Path Agrees to $800,000 FTC Settlement over COPPA Violations
Pennsylvania Amends Data Breach Notification Law
Pennsylvania Passed an Amendment to the Breach of Personal Information Notification Act
Personal Data Cornerstone of EU Proposed Amendments to Data Privacy Regulations
Pressure on Data Brokers: Six Get Letters & Senators Introduce New Legislation
Preventing Privacy Breaches will Protect your Reputation
Privacy Rights and Online Behavioral Advertising
Privacy vs. Advertisers: Microsoft’s IE10’s Do Not Track Default Debate
Protecting Consumer Privacy on Mobile Devices
Protecting Your Business from Data Security Failures and Insights from Blackbaud’s FTC Settlement
Ready for CCPA 2.0? I Hope so…It will arrive in November 2020!
Retailer Sues Visa for $13m in Data Breach Penalties
Rhode Island Legislature Passes Consumer Data Privacy Act
Rite Aid Faces Ban on Facial Recognition Technology Following FTC Settlement
Scraping and the CFAA
Search Engine Disclosure Guidelines Updated by the FTC
SEMPO Seeks FTC Review of Search Engine Transparency
Senate Debate Open on Cybersecurity with Voluntary Rules
Strengthening Your Data Security with Lessons from Blackbaud’s FTC Settlement
Studies Show Trend for Geo-Precise Ads Skyrocketing
Study Claims Marketers Don’t Care About Consumer Data Protection!
Target Breach Shows Us Credit Card Security Lacking
Tennessee Becomes the Latest State to enact a Consumer Information Privacy Law
Tennessee Enacts Law Raising Bar for Class Action Data Breach Lawsuits
TerraCom and YourTel Settle Consumer Privacy and Lifeline Investigations with $3.5 Million Payment
Texas Amended its Data Breach Notification Law
Texas Attorney General Announces New Enforcement Team!
Texas Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Allstate and Arity Over Unlawful Collection and Sale of Driving Data
Texas Attorney General Sues General Motors Over Unlawful Data Collection and Sale of Drivers’ Private Information
Texas Attorney General Takes Action Against Allstate and Arity for Illegal Collection and Sale of Driving Data
Texas Data Privacy and Security Act Becomes Effective next Month, Are you Ready?
Texas Passed a Consumer Privacy Law
Texas Passed a New Data Breach Notification Requirement
The Better Business Bureau and The Digital Advertising Alliance Begin Enforcement Procedures…Are You Ready?
The CCPA Deadline is Quickly Approaching
The CPA Rules have been Finalized – Now’s the Time to Act!
The CPPA Board Approves Proposal to Require Browsers to Offer Opt-out Preference Signals at their December Meeting
The CPPA Published More Proposed Regulations before the Board Meeting
The Delete Act California Rolls out New Law against Data Brokers
The EU’s New Data Breach Regulation
The FTC Cracks Down on Data Brokers and What Businesses Need to Know About Protecting Consumer Privacy
The FTC says that Quietly Changing Your Terms of Service Could Be Unfair or Deceptive
The Importance of Transparent Data Practices and Avast’s $16.5 Million Settlement and the Future of Consumer Privacy
The Own Your Own Data Act Introduced in the Senate
Top Privacy Issues in 2013
TRUSTe Still Trustworthy?
Understanding Oregon's New AI Guidelines and What Businesses Need to Know
Understanding the PayPal Cybersecurity Settlement with New York
UPromise? It’s a promise you may not want to keep
Utah Consumer Privacy Act Takes Effect this Month
Utah is now the Fourth State to Pass a Consumer Privacy Law
Utah Legislature Passes AI Bill which Amends the Utah Consumer Protection Act
Utah Passed Cybersecurity Amendments
Utah’s New Safe Harbor Law for Data Breach Litigation
Vermont Passes a Data Broker Bill
Vermont’s Data Privacy Act has been Vetoed
Virginia's New AI Regulations and What You Need to Know and How to Comply
W3C Working Group not Working too Well
W3C Working Group on Track with Do Not Track Talks
What the Premom FTC Settlement Means for Businesses Handling Sensitive Health Data
Why is Data Security a Defense Against a CCPA Claim?
Why Privacy Compliance is Crucial for Your Business
Why Vendor Oversight is Essential for Protecting Consumer Data

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