Privacy & Data Security

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

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…

As digital marketing expands, businesses increasingly use tracking tools to optimize customer engagement. The recent Northern District of California ruling in Efren Ramos v. The Gap, Inc. highlights how companies must navigate privacy laws when collecting consumer data through emails and websites. This case…

Businesses are increasingly using biometrics to identify and provide services to their customers and employees. For example, using…

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…

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…

Beginning May 1, 2024, certain private entities using generative AI will be required to disclose when an individual interacts with AI technology or views material created by generative AI. The Businesses that provide services of a “regulated occupation” must prominently disclose when a…

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…

Join us for a Conversation with Counsel – this time speaking with Aaron Parry on what you need to know about consumer health data privacy laws…

Data brokers in California should begin revising their privacy compliance programs to meet new registration requirements and obligations…