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What a Trump Administration Means for Privacy Regulation

What a Trump Administration Means for Privacy Regulation

It’s just weeks after the election, and President-elect Trump is moving quickly on key administration positions and policy priorities…

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Challenging the FTC’s Final Negative Option Rule: Industry Groups Fight Back

Challenging the FTC’s Final Negative Option Rule: Industry Groups Fight Back

As expected, the FTC’s Negative Option Rule has been met with scrutiny from many industry groups. Now, the Electronic Security Association, Interactive Advertising Bureau, and NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, have filed a revised rule, now known as the Rule…

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Marriott’s Data Breach Settlement Highlights Importance of Data Minimization

Marriott’s Data Breach Settlement Highlights Importance of Data Minimization

Recently, Marriott resolved a major data breach investigation with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and several state attorneys general, resulting in more than $50 million in penalties. In addition to the hefty financial penalty, the settlement led to significant compliance changes at…

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Texas Court Blocks FTC’s Non-Compete Ban: What This Means for Employers

Texas Court Blocks FTC’s Non-Compete Ban: What This Means for Employers

On August 21, 2024, the U. S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas blocked the FTC’s new rule banning non-compete agreements across the country. The sweeping ban has been mired in controversy and legal challenges since it was announced by…

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CDK Global Data Breach Slams Auto Dealers Nationwide

CDK Global Data Breach Slams Auto Dealers Nationwide

Data breaches continue to be one of the top concerns of consumer-facing businesses, and with good reason. Cyberattacks have been on the rise, Change Healthcare faced earlier this year, highlights the risks associated with cloud-based data storage and reliance on potentially vulnerable…

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Verbal PEWC Likely No Longer Sufficient for TCPA Compliance

Verbal PEWC Likely No Longer Sufficient for TCPA Compliance

As most businesses are aware, the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) requires businesses to secure "prior express written consent" (PEWC) before making telemarketing calls using an automatic telephone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice in most circumstances. Several months ago,…

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CIPA Pen Register Claims Growing in Popularity

CIPA Pen Register Claims Growing in Popularity

Many businesses are familiar with the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) as over the past few years, CIPA claims based on recording communications with website visitors have resulted in significant payouts. However, in recent months a new wave of CIPA claims…

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EU Parliament Passes Landmark AI Regulation

EU Parliament Passes Landmark AI Regulation

In a significant milestone for AI regulation, the European Parliament has officially endorsed the EU AI Act after nearly three years of deliberation. The Act, which was approved by a resounding vote of 523-46, sets forth a regulatory framework for artificial intelligence…

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TCPA Requirements FAQ
TCPA Requirements FAQ

TCPA Requirements FAQ

Understand the regulatory requirements of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), Do Not Call Registry, and penalties for noncompliance…

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FTC Issues Updated Endorsement Guidelines
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FTC Issues Updated Endorsement Guidelines

The Federal Trade Commission recently issued updated guidelines regarding the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising effective July 26, 2023…

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