Perkins on Privacy
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.
FTC Files New “AI Washing” Case
On August 25, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission filed a complaint against Air AI, alleging the company and its owners made overblown claims about the availability and capabilities of its artificial intelligence (AI) tools to replace human sales representatives, as well as deceptive claims about the busi
Mid-Year Recap: State Consumer Privacy Laws
With 2025 more than half over and many state legislatures adjourned for the year, we look back at significant legislative developments concerning state comprehensive consumer privacy laws.
Connecticut Pierces the GLBA Veil in Overhauling its Omnibus Privacy Law
The Connecticut Governor signed SB 1295 into law on June 25, 2025, again amending the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA).
Colorado Expands Reach of Obligations for Processing Biometric Identifiers and Biometric Data
On July 1, 2025, amendments to the Colorado Privacy Act and CPA rules will take effect, significantly expanding the scope of requirements for businesses that control or process biometric identifiers and biometric data. The amendments expand the scope of the law by imposing certain requirements on employers when they collect biometric identifiers or biometric data from their employees (incl
Don’t Mind If I Do: Montana Says Hands Off Neural Data
In May 2025, Montana enacted Senate Bill 163 (SB 163), amending that state’s Genetic Information Privacy Act (MGIPA) to include protections for neurotechnology data—namely, data collected from the activity of the central or peripheral nervous system.
Montana’s Consumer Data Privacy Law Update: SB 297’s Sweeping Changes at a Glance
CPPA Signals Significant Revisions Ahead
Going into the Friday, April 4, 2025, meeting, the CPPA seemed poised to move forward far-reaching privacy regulations on RAs, cybersecurity audits, and ADMT.
Fasten Your Seatbelts: CPPA Proposes Rules on Automated Decision-Making and Cybersecurity Audits and Finalizes Data Broker Regulations
After much anticipation, on November 8, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board voted to advance proposed regulations for insurance, cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and automated decision-making technology (ADMT) to formal rulemaking.
California Governor Signs a Raft of AI and Privacy Bills
Supreme Court To Review FCC Authority Over Junk Faxes
AB 2013: New California AI Law Mandates Disclosure of GenAI Training Data
Implications of California Governor Newsom’s Veto of AI Safety Bill SB 1047
Illinois’ Plan to Limit Privacy Violation Damages Opens New Door
CPPA Regulatory Delays and Enforcement Updates: Takeaways from July Board Meeting
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.