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From Patchwork to Policy: The Federal Crackdown on Non-Consensual Imagery

From Patchwork to Policy: The Federal Crackdown on Non-Consensual Imagery

In recent months, we've seen a notable shift in how Congress is approaching privacy. Unlike previous legislative sessions, this Congress appears determined to enact meaningful reforms—and one key example is the recently passed reach out.

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Connecticut and Montana Revisit Privacy Laws to Narrow Exemptions

Connecticut and Montana Revisit Privacy Laws to Narrow Exemptions

As spring heads into summer, legislative sessions at the state level will be either concluding or gaining momentum, driven by the urgency to finalize pending matters. In recent years, this period has seen a surge in legislation concerning privacy and data security.…

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An Opportunity to Influence National Privacy Legislation

An Opportunity to Influence National Privacy Legislation

Although we’ve seen most privacy activity happening at the state level, things have been heating up nationally. Right now, businesses have a unique opportunity to help shape the future of federal legislation. The new Congress has made privacy a priority for this…

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Understanding UDAP Frameworks: A Key to Privacy Compliance

Understanding UDAP Frameworks: A Key to Privacy Compliance

In the ever-evolving landscape of consumer privacy laws, businesses often focus on new state regulations and legislation. However, it's equally important not to overlook classic UDAP (Unfair and Deceptive Acts and Practices) regulatory frameworks. These foundational marketing regulations remain crucial, as businesses…

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FTC Targets New Advertising Arena in Blocking Sale of Sensitive Location Data

FTC Targets New Advertising Arena in Blocking Sale of Sensitive Location Data

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken enforcement action against data broker Mobilewalla, prohibiting the sale of sensitive location data…

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Deadline Approaching! Are you a Data Broker Under California’s Amended Law?

Deadline Approaching! Are you a Data Broker Under California’s Amended Law?

As their January 1, 2025, implementation date quickly approaches, we’ve been receiving a lot of questions regarding the recent amendments to California’s data broker law. One area that’s causing particular confusion is whether a business can claim an exemption under the amended…

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ALERT: Federal Court Blocks Corporate Transparency Act, Halting Nationwide Enforcement

ALERT: Federal Court Blocks Corporate Transparency Act, Halting Nationwide Enforcement

Less than one month before its deadline, a Texas federal court has temporarily blocked the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which requires U.S. businesses to report their key stakeholders to the Treasury Department. Judge Amos L. Mazzant III issued this ruling after a…

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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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