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The Verge
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A real privacy law? House lawmakers are optimistic this time

Comprehensive data privacy legislation, including the Kids Online Safety Act, is advancing in Congress with a renewed push and bipartisan support. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Proposed US federal privacy bill, which would limit ad targeting, 'has legs,' experts say

APRA aims to give consumers more control over personal data online
The bill could significantly impact digital advertising practices [ more ]
Electronic Frontier Foundation
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Why U.S. House Members Opposed the TikTok Ban Bill

House Members across party lines opposed the bill banning TikTok due to concerns about rushed process and violation of First Amendment rights.
They advocated for comprehensive data privacy legislation instead of targeting one company for national security concerns. [ more ]
Digiday
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Competition advocates urge further Privacy Sandbox delays

Some stakeholders are concerned about Google's Privacy Sandbox proposals evading government censure.
There are tensions between international regulatory ideals and the conduct of ad tech firms. [ more ]
Roll Call
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

Push renewed for online child safety bill despite setbacks - Roll Call

Sen. Maria Cantwell, chair of the Senate Commerce Committee, believes the Senate is on track to pass child online safety measures and federal data privacy legislation.
Passing federal data privacy legislation is seen as a prerequisite to legislating on AI safety.
There is a push for comprehensive privacy legislation to give Americans control over their information. [ more ]
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