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The Garden State Joins the Comprehensive Privacy Grove - Future of Privacy Forum

New Jersey has become the thirteenth state to adopt a comprehensive privacy law
S332 has unique provisions that set it apart from other privacy laws in the United States

Opinion: How to design a US data privacy law

The article critiques the GDPR's flaws and suggests necessary traits for a robust US privacy protection law.

Roku Breach Hits 567,000 Users

The US House extended warrantless wiretap program, a privacy bill proposed, and tips to protect privacy amidst AI and scam call concerns.

FPF Unveils Report on the Anatomy of State Comprehensive Privacy Law

State comprehensive privacy laws show commonalities and differences, complicating compliance as they evolve due to societal and technological changes.

Clearview AI Fined 30.5 Million by Dutch Watchdog for Illegal Facial Recognition Database

Clearview AI fined €30.5 million by Dutch authorities for unauthorized facial recognition database, violating EU's GDPR.

EU ruling clamps down on Meta's use of personal data for ads

The EU Court rules Meta must reduce personal data usage for targeted ads, prioritizing privacy.

The Garden State Joins the Comprehensive Privacy Grove - Future of Privacy Forum

New Jersey has become the thirteenth state to adopt a comprehensive privacy law
S332 has unique provisions that set it apart from other privacy laws in the United States

Opinion: How to design a US data privacy law

The article critiques the GDPR's flaws and suggests necessary traits for a robust US privacy protection law.

Roku Breach Hits 567,000 Users

The US House extended warrantless wiretap program, a privacy bill proposed, and tips to protect privacy amidst AI and scam call concerns.

FPF Unveils Report on the Anatomy of State Comprehensive Privacy Law

State comprehensive privacy laws show commonalities and differences, complicating compliance as they evolve due to societal and technological changes.

Clearview AI Fined 30.5 Million by Dutch Watchdog for Illegal Facial Recognition Database

Clearview AI fined €30.5 million by Dutch authorities for unauthorized facial recognition database, violating EU's GDPR.

EU ruling clamps down on Meta's use of personal data for ads

The EU Court rules Meta must reduce personal data usage for targeted ads, prioritizing privacy.
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#consumer-protection

U.S. State Privacy Laws - A Lack of Imagination

State privacy laws exist but are largely ineffective.
Most laws are weak and don't ensure real privacy protection.

US agency proposes new rule blocking data brokers from selling Americans' sensitive personal data | TechCrunch

The CFPB is proposing new rules to block data brokers from selling Americans' personal information to enhance privacy protection.

U.S. State Privacy Laws - A Lack of Imagination

State privacy laws exist but are largely ineffective.
Most laws are weak and don't ensure real privacy protection.

US agency proposes new rule blocking data brokers from selling Americans' sensitive personal data | TechCrunch

The CFPB is proposing new rules to block data brokers from selling Americans' personal information to enhance privacy protection.
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#artificial-intelligence

Artificial Intelligence and Privacy

The article explores the intersection between artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy, outlining the current problems AI poses to privacy.
The article suggests potential directions for the evolution of privacy law to address the privacy problems with AI.

Artificial Intelligence and Privacy

Privacy law needs to evolve to address AI challenges.
AI exacerbates privacy problems in unique ways.

Kafka in the Age of AI and the Futility of Privacy as Control

Kafka's work suggests that empowering individuals is not enough to protect privacy in the age of AI.
Kafka's view of human nature, where individuals readily submit to authority and make bad decisions about privacy, has implications for privacy law.

The Great Scrape: The Clash Between Scraping and Privacy

Scraping poses a significant challenge to privacy principles embedded in law and ethics.

Artificial Intelligence and Privacy

The article explores the intersection between artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy, outlining the current problems AI poses to privacy.
The article suggests potential directions for the evolution of privacy law to address the privacy problems with AI.

Artificial Intelligence and Privacy

Privacy law needs to evolve to address AI challenges.
AI exacerbates privacy problems in unique ways.

Kafka in the Age of AI and the Futility of Privacy as Control

Kafka's work suggests that empowering individuals is not enough to protect privacy in the age of AI.
Kafka's view of human nature, where individuals readily submit to authority and make bad decisions about privacy, has implications for privacy law.

The Great Scrape: The Clash Between Scraping and Privacy

Scraping poses a significant challenge to privacy principles embedded in law and ethics.
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AI cloning of celebrity voices outpacing the law, experts warn

Voice-cloning technology is outpacing legal protections, leading to increased fraud and privacy concerns.
Government regulation is necessary to manage and deter misuse of voice-cloning technology.

23andMe customer? Here's what to know about the privacy of your genetic data.

23andMe is drastically reducing its workforce and exploring privatization amid significant concerns about genetic data security and ownership restructuring.
#legal-reform

Australia's courts are moving faster on privacy law than parliament | Edward Santow and Sarah Sacher

Judge My Anh Tran created new legal precedent in Australia to protect victims of privacy invasion after current laws proved insufficient.

Victorian woman wins $30,000 for invasion of privacy after father spoke to media about surviving murder attempt

The Victorian court recognized invasion of privacy in Australian law, marking a significant development in privacy rights and legal protections.

Australia's courts are moving faster on privacy law than parliament | Edward Santow and Sarah Sacher

Judge My Anh Tran created new legal precedent in Australia to protect victims of privacy invasion after current laws proved insufficient.

Victorian woman wins $30,000 for invasion of privacy after father spoke to media about surviving murder attempt

The Victorian court recognized invasion of privacy in Australian law, marking a significant development in privacy rights and legal protections.
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#data-privacy

Privacy First and Competition

Fix privacy first to address a multitude of technological problems.
The current state of federal privacy law in America is severely outdated and urgently needs a comprehensive update.

Mets used facial recognition to profit on unsuspecting Citi Field fans: suit

The Mets are allegedly using facial recognition technology for profit, potentially violating privacy laws.
Critics highlight privacy concerns associated with the Mets' use of surveillance technology.

The North Star State Joins the State Privacy Law Constellation

Minnesota passed MNCDPA, a strong privacy law, awaiting Governor's signature, effective July 31, 2025 (most) and 2029 (postsecondary institutions).

Privacy First and Competition

Fix privacy first to address a multitude of technological problems.
The current state of federal privacy law in America is severely outdated and urgently needs a comprehensive update.

Mets used facial recognition to profit on unsuspecting Citi Field fans: suit

The Mets are allegedly using facial recognition technology for profit, potentially violating privacy laws.
Critics highlight privacy concerns associated with the Mets' use of surveillance technology.

The North Star State Joins the State Privacy Law Constellation

Minnesota passed MNCDPA, a strong privacy law, awaiting Governor's signature, effective July 31, 2025 (most) and 2029 (postsecondary institutions).
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Senators Propose $32 Billion in Annual A.I. Spending but Defer Regulation

A bipartisan group of senators released a plan for AI funding and regulations with a focus on addressing risks and supporting innovation.

IVIR to continue its summer privacy course

The University of Amsterdam's Institute for Information Law is hosting an annual Summer Course on Privacy Law and Policy on 1 July.

Murky Consent: An Approach to the Fictions of Consent in Privacy Law - FINAL VERSION

Privacy consent in law is often fictitious, and focusing on acknowledging and managing these fictions is more beneficial than trying to turn them into truths.

Morning Docket: 04.18.24

Lawyers may be replaced by technology like ChatGPT, with partners at most risk.
Sentencing Commission addresses judges using acquitted conduct in sentencing.
Legal implications of Colorado considering brain waves as sensitive information.
#american-privacy-rights-act

Webinar - Another Privacy Bill on Capitol Hill: The American Privacy Rights Act

The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) is a new comprehensive privacy law bill in the U.S. Congress.
Experts will discuss the strengths, weaknesses, and likelihood of passing the APRA in a webinar.

WTF is the American Privacy Rights Act

The proposed American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) is akin to a federal GDPR in the U.S., aiming to revolutionize data collection, user control, and security measures.

Webinar - Another Privacy Bill on Capitol Hill: The American Privacy Rights Act

The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) is a new comprehensive privacy law bill in the U.S. Congress.
Experts will discuss the strengths, weaknesses, and likelihood of passing the APRA in a webinar.

WTF is the American Privacy Rights Act

The proposed American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) is akin to a federal GDPR in the U.S., aiming to revolutionize data collection, user control, and security measures.
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#book-publication

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz analyze key provisions of privacy statutes and leading cases
The book covers agency enforcement actions and is available in print and digital versions

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz published 7th edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'.
The book covers key provisions, leading cases, agency enforcement actions.

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz analyze key provisions of privacy statutes and leading cases
The book covers agency enforcement actions and is available in print and digital versions

IAPP publishes seventh edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'

Solove and Schwartz published 7th edition of 'Privacy Law Fundamentals'.
The book covers key provisions, leading cases, agency enforcement actions.
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A Taxonomy of Privacy

Privacy is a concept with multiple meanings, making it challenging for lawmaking.
Existing legal frameworks for privacy are outdated and inadequate for addressing modern privacy issues.

Evolving privacy law 'exciting' for IAPP Westin Scholar

Regulation often lags behind technology advancements, creating a patchwork of privacy laws.
Opportunity for professionals from various sectors to collaborate on privacy law evolution.

DoorDash settles claims it unlawfully shared customer info

DoorDash settled California's privacy violation claims for $375,000 without admitting guilt.
DoorDash agreed to review technology, contracts with vendors, and comply with state privacy laws.

Privacy and Technology Law Fellowship | GW Law | The George Washington University

The George Washington University Law School is seeking a one-year graduate fellowship in privacy and technology law, with the possibility of renewal for a second year.
The fellowship is designed to assist attorneys interested in pursuing a full-time legal academic career in privacy and technology law.

IAB inks deal with SafeGuard Privacy to help traverse the fragmented regulatory landscape

The lack of a federal privacy law in the US is a major challenge for the advertising industry
The IAB has launched a Diligence Platform to help standardize the vetting of ad tech supply chains
#google

Google forced to stop telling publishers about 'right to be forgotten' decisions after court ruling

Google is no longer informing media organizations of decisions to delist news articles from search engine results due to a European privacy law.
The move has significant implications for publishers across Europe.

YouTube video lag wrongly blamed on its ad blocking animus

Google claims ad-blocking extensions cause slow video streaming on YouTube
YouTube intentionally imposed loading delays for users with ad-blocking extensions

Prostitution ring family use Google law to hide crimes

Criminals are using a European privacy law to hide online articles about their crimes
Google has been criticized for delisting articles under the 'right to be forgotten'

Google forced to stop telling publishers about 'right to be forgotten' decisions after court ruling

Google is no longer informing media organizations of decisions to delist news articles from search engine results due to a European privacy law.
The move has significant implications for publishers across Europe.

YouTube video lag wrongly blamed on its ad blocking animus

Google claims ad-blocking extensions cause slow video streaming on YouTube
YouTube intentionally imposed loading delays for users with ad-blocking extensions

Prostitution ring family use Google law to hide crimes

Criminals are using a European privacy law to hide online articles about their crimes
Google has been criticized for delisting articles under the 'right to be forgotten'
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EFF Asks Court to Uphold Federal Law That Protects Online Video Viewers' Privacy and Free Expression

The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is arguing in court to uphold the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA) which safeguards people's viewing habits online.
Patreon is facing a lawsuit for allegedly improperly sharing users' video viewing information with Facebook.

Australia's Privacy Watchdog Launches TikTok Inquiry

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner has launched an inquiry into TikTok's data collection practices, specifically whether they are breaching privacy laws.
TikTok's tracking Pixel collects data on user behavior and can track a person's identity and shopping habits without their knowledge or consent.
DanielSolove1 year ago
ICYMI – Video Recording of Webinar on Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, and Future –https://t.co/JIHXi7ju8B with @DanielSolove @AriEzraWaldman @MargotKaminski @salome_viljoen_

Webinar - Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, Future

This webinar discusses the evolution and current state of privacy law in the 21st century.
Prominent figures in the field of privacy law will be speaking at the event.
Participants can access the webinar by submitting a form.
DanielSolove1 year ago
TODAY at 2 PM ET - Webinar on Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, and Future – register for free https://t.co/JIHXi7ju8B with @DanielSolove @PaulMSchwarz @AriEzraWaldman @MargotKaminski @salome_viljoen_

Webinar - Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, Future

This webinar discusses the evolution and current state of privacy law in the 21st century.
Prominent figures in the field of privacy law will be speaking at the event.
Participants can access the webinar by submitting a form.
DanielSolove1 year ago
TOMORROW - Webinar on Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, and Future (Thurs, Dec 14 at 2 PM ET) – register for free https://t.co/JIHXi7ju8B with @DanielSolove @PaulMSchwarz @AriEzraWaldman @MargotKaminski @salome_viljoen_

Webinar - Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, Future

This webinar discusses the evolution and current state of privacy law in the 21st century.
Prominent figures in the field of privacy law will be speaking at the event.
Participants can access the webinar by submitting a form.

Webinar - Privacy Law in the 21st Century: Past, Present, Future

This webinar discusses the evolution and current state of privacy law in the 21st century.
Prominent figures in the field of privacy law will be speaking at the event.
Participants can access the webinar by submitting a form.
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