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Perkins on Privacy keeps you informed about the latest developments in privacy and data security law. Our insights are provided by Perkins Coie's Privacy & Security practice, recognized by Chambers as a leading firm in the field. 
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October 7, 2024 Artificial Intelligence

Implications of California Governor Newsom’s Veto of AI Safety Bill SB 1047

 Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed SB 1047, the Safe and Secure Innovation for Frontier Artificial Intelligence Models Act, marking a significant development in California’s approach to AI regulation. Both the tech industry and policymakers had closely watched the bill due to its potential impact on the development and deployment of frontier AI models. View blog post
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August 14, 2024 Data Security Regulatory Enforcement Children’s Privacy Federal Trade Commission

FTC Order Bans Anonymous Messaging App from Serving Minors

 The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Los Angeles County District Attorney announced a complaint and proposed stipulated order concerning the “NGL: ask me anything” anonymous messaging app. View blog post
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July 25, 2024 CCPA Regulatory Enforcement Artificial Intelligence

CPPA Regulatory Delays and Enforcement Updates: Takeaways from July Board Meeting

 On July 16, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) held a public meeting of its Board (the Board). View blog post
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March 18, 2024 Regulatory Enforcement Federal Trade Commission

FTC Obtains $16.5M from Avast for Sale of Sensitive Data

The FTC's action against Avast reflects its continued focus on the mass collection and sale of sensitive personal data for advertising purposes.

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January 26, 2024 Regulatory Enforcement Federal Trade Commission

The FTC Continues its Focus on Location and Sensitive Data

 The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) followed its recent spate of enforcement in the location and sensitive data space with the announcement of another enforcement action and proposed settlement with InMarket Media, Inc. (InMarket). View blog post
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October 17, 2023 Artificial Intelligence

Generative AI: How Existing Regulation May Apply to AI-Generated Harmful Content

Among the many open questions about large-language models (LLMs) and generative artificial intelligence (AI) are the legal risks that may result from AI-generated content. 

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August 1, 2023 Children’s Privacy Federal Trade Commission Regulatory Enforcement

COPPA: Public Comment Period Open for Proposed Verifiable Parental Consent Method

For the first time since 2015, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has been asked to approve a new "verifiable parental consent" (VPC) method under the Children's Online Privacy Protection (COPPA) Rule. 

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