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.
Privacy in Focus: California’s Legislative Session Closes with Major Changes
California’s legislature has once again taken center stage in the national privacy conversation, passing a flurry of privacy bills during a marathon session that stretched into the night of September 12.
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.
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.
How the FTC’s Approach to Privacy, Security, and AI Enforcement May Change
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.