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2024 Year-End Recap of California Consumer Privacy Act Activity: First passed into law in 2018, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) received its first major update in 2020 by way of the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), through which the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) was established. Now, in 2024, the CPPA and California Attorney General (AGO) have swung into action with advisory and enforcement activity.... By: Morgan Lewis - Health Law Scan #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

Netherlands' DPA releases information on harmful AI system responses : The Netherlands' data protection authority, Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens, released responses to its call for information on deceptive or harmful AI systems. In the responses, organizations noted concerns about AI systems that may collect sensitive or high-risk information and sought clarity surrounding these systems. Full story #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

[Webinar] Protecting Student Privacy in the Age of AI (Higher Education Free Series) - January 15th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET: As artificial intelligence increasingly integrates into educational settings, safeguarding student privacy becomes paramount. This webinar will explore the latest AI technologies, potential privacy risks, and best practices for maintaining compliance with data protection laws. Join Bricker Graydon attorneys Jeff Knight and Nancy Magoteaux in a discussion that celebrates Data Privacy Day 2025 and focuses on practices that empower educators and administrators to meet and exceed data privacy... By: Bricker Graydon LLP #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

US Supreme Court to hear TikTok ban case: The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to take up a First Amendment challenge related to a law forcing TikTok to divest from its Chinese parent company or face a ban in the U.S., The New York Times reports. The case faces a short timeline as justices are set to hear oral arguments 10 Jan. 2025, just days before the 19 Jan. deadline for a TikTok sale. Full story #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

The New Frontier in Legal Compliance: Privacy, Security, and Information Governance for Law Firms: The authors write "Today, law firms face unprecedented challenges in privacy, security, and compliance for numerous reason including the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, and advancements in artificial intelligence." #privacy #dataprotection #dataprivacy

FISA Section 702 expansion in US Senate's NDAA passage: Wired reports on the expansion of Section 702 of the U.S. Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act contained within the National Defense Authorization Act. The bill passed through the Senate this week with language increasing the number of businesses that are considered "electronic communications service provider," which allows the government to compel them to install wiretaps on its behalf. Full story #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

DEF CON 32 – XR for All: Accessibility and Privacy for Disabled Users: Authors/Presenters: Dylan Fox Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Authors/Presenters for publishing their erudite DEF CON 32 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF CON 32 – XR for All: Accessibility and Privacy for Disabled Users appeared first on Security Boulevard. #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

ICO warns against fingerprinting in advertising initiatives: The U.K. Information Commissioner's Office will not condone Google's plan to lift restrictions on user fingerprinting applied to advertising products in 2025. ICO Executive Director of Regulatory Risk Stephen Almond called the change "irresponsible" and the ICO views fingerprinting as "not a fair means of tracking users online" and "likely to reduce people's choice and control over how their information is collected." Full story #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

Privacy, Data and Cybersecurity Quick Clicks | Issue 24: Katten's Privacy, Data and Cybersecurity Quick Clicks is a monthly newsletter highlighting the latest news and legal developments involving privacy, data and cybersecurity issues across the globe.... By: Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

CPPA announces 2025 penalty increases: The California Privacy Protection Agency announced increases in California Consumer Privacy Act civil penalties, which are allowed by law and are indexed to the state Consumer Price Index. Businesses will now be subjected to a USD26.6 million penalty of their gross revenue for CCPA violations, which is up from USD25 million. Monetary damages, administrative fines and civil penalties also increased by modest amounts. Full story #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy