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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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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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August 9, 2024 Privacy Litigation Biometrics

Illinois’ Plan to Limit Privacy Violation Damages Opens New Door

 Changes to Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act are awaiting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s (D) signature. 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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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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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 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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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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August 21, 2023 Regulatory Enforcement Student Privacy Children’s Privacy

FTC’s COPPA Enforcement Action Provides Lessons for Edtech Providers

The Federal Trade Commission recently announced an enforcement order against edtech company Edmodo for allegedly violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act. 

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August 4, 2023 Regulatory Enforcement CCPA

Full Steam Ahead: Updates in Enforcement of California Privacy Law

 A court-ordered stay on enforcement of updates to certain parts of the California privacy regulation (the Ruling) has not slowed down enforcement of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). View blog post
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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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