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Perkins on Privacy

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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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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July 9, 2024

A Midsummer State Privacy Law Update

 In an active summer on the privacy front, we share a few recent updates. View blog post
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June 27, 2024 Regulatory Enforcement Children’s Privacy

California Attorney General Announces Children’s Privacy Settlement with Mobile Game

 The California Attorney General announced a settlement with Tilting Point Media LLC resolving allegations of unauthorized disclosure of children's personal information. View blog post
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June 20, 2024 State Privacy Laws Privacy Compliance

A New Privacy Paradigm: Understanding Maryland’s Trailblazing Approach to Online Privacy

 The end of Maryland's legislative session has ushered in one of the year's most ambitious and comprehensive consumer privacy laws. View blog post
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June 7, 2024 State Privacy Laws Privacy Compliance

Minnesota's Unique Spin on Consumer Data Privacy

 Minnesota's governor signed the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MNCDPA or the Act) into law at the end of May, making Minnesota the 18th state to enact a comprehensive consumer privacy law. View blog post
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June 6, 2024

FTC Expands Health Breach Notification Rule

 The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on April 26, 2024, that a final rule modifying its Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR) adopted on a 3-2 vote along party lines. View blog post
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May 22, 2024 Data Security

Clarifying Guidance on Abundance-of-Caution Disclosures under SEC Cybersecurity Rule

 The Director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Division of Corporation Finance issued a statement clarifying public companies' obligations to disclose cybersecurity incidents under Item 1.05 of Form 8-K. View blog post
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April 10, 2024 CCPA Privacy Compliance

CPPA Board Updates Timing for Regulations, and Enforcement Division Releases Enforcement Advisory: Focus on Data Minimization!

This year, the blossoming of spring is accompanied by a pair of noteworthy California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) updates. 

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Financial Services & Investments
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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March 14, 2024 Children’s Privacy Legislative Developments

Kids Online Safety Act Gains Momentum in the Senate

Last month, Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) reintroduced the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), initially introduced last term, noting that the bill now has 62 cosponsors, bipartisan support, and is poised to pass in the Senate.

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March 14, 2024 Privacy Litigation

The Next Wave of Privacy Litigation: The Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act

Enacted in 1998, Illinois' Genetic Information Privacy Act (GIPA) governs the confidentiality and use of genetic testing and genetic information by employers and insurers. 

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February 15, 2024 State Privacy Laws Privacy Compliance

Two New States Enter the Privacy Fray

 On January 16, 2024, New Jersey became the latest state to enact comprehensive privacy legislation with the New Jersey Data Privacy Act (NJDPA). View blog post
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February 1, 2024

California Announces Sweep on Streaming Services and More Enforcement To Come

 California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced an investigatory sweep into popular streaming apps and devices, timed to coincide with Data Privacy Day on January 28. View blog post
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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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January 17, 2024

FTC Cracks Down on Collection and Sharing of Sensitive Location Data With Proposed X-Mode Settlement

 The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its complaint and proposed settlement with location data broker X-Mode Social, Inc. and its successor Outlogic, LLC (collectively X‑Mode). View blog post
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