Privacy & Data Protection
GDPR, CCPA, state privacy laws, data breach litigation, and data governance
Federal Data Privacy Bill Eyes Nationwide Standard, Faces Uphill Path
A new federal data privacy bill introduced in Congress on April 14 could preempt state laws, but legislative hurdles mean its future remains uncertain.
Lawsuits Surge Over Faulty Cookie Banners and Wiretapping Claims
Over 1,000 lawsuits allege wiretapping violations from faulty cookie consent banners. Legal teams must watch for pitfalls as regulators target opt-out compliance.
FTC Sets Enforcement Priorities in 2026–2030 Strategic Plan
The FTC released its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan, outlining enforcement and operational goals with new focus on children's online safety and fair competition.
Nebraska and Maryland Advance AI Laws Targeting Privacy, Chatbots, and Pricing
Nebraska and Maryland pass new AI laws impacting data privacy, chatbot safety, and consumer protection. Legal, tech, and in-house counsel must prepare for regulatory changes by April 2026.
Italian Regulator Fines Bakeca for Exposing Phone Numbers in Sex Work Ads
Italy's Garante fined Bakeca S.r.l. for publishing sex work ads with personal phone numbers without consent, signaling stricter platform compliance expectations under EU data law.
Thousands Barred at EU Borders by Automated Entry/Exit System
EU's automated Entry/Exit System leads to over 24,000 entry refusals and longer airport waits, raising legal risks for travelers and compliance concerns for legal teams.
India's New Data Law: Hurdles for Legal Teams vs EU's GDPR
India’s new digital data law, the DPDP Act, creates tough compliance hurdles for legal teams, diverging from the GDPR in scope, penalties, and implementation timelines.
Meta’s Muse Spark AI Raises Health Data Privacy and Liability Flags
Meta’s Muse Spark AI requests raw health data and gives inaccurate advice, spurring privacy and liability concerns under GDPR, HIPAA, and regulatory scrutiny in US/EU.
China Moves to Regulate AI Virtual Humans, Protect Personality Rights
China's draft regulations target AI digital humans, mandating labeling and consent to safeguard personality rights and curb misuse. Legal professionals must track this evolving framework.
Australia Releases Draft Children’s Privacy Code With Strict Consent Rules
Australia published a draft Children’s Online Privacy Code with tougher consent, age, and data rules. Public input is open until June 5, 2026. Legal and compliance teams should prepare.
Federal Judge Sends Wiretap Dispute Back to Pennsylvania State Court
A Pennsylvania federal court remanded wiretap and privacy claims to state court, clarifying forum options for legal teams. Recent state rulings also bolster defense arguments.
COPPA Rewrites: CLE to Guide Legal Teams on New Parental Consent Rules
Greenberg Traurig hosts a CLE on April 28, 2026, dissecting COPPA's tougher parental consent, new state laws, and recent FTC enforcement for children’s privacy online.
Smart Glasses Raise New Privacy Disclosure Hurdles for Legal Teams
AI-powered smart glasses like Meta's are driving privacy lawsuits and consent requirements, challenging legal professionals to address new surveillance disclosure obligations.
Mercor Hit by Lawsuits, Client Suspensions After LiteLLM Data Breach
Mercor faces lawsuits and major client suspensions after a March 2026 data breach tied to LiteLLM. Legal teams must assess vendor risk, cybersecurity, and contractual liability exposure.
Seventh Circuit: BIPA Damages Cap Applies Retroactively
The Seventh Circuit ruled the 2024 BIPA amendment limiting damages applies retroactively, reducing litigation risk for biometric data users and shifting legal strategy.
Minnesota AG Intensifies Data Privacy Enforcement as Cure Period Ends
Minnesota ramps up enforcement of its Consumer Data Privacy Act, ending the cure period for violators and signaling heightened regulatory scrutiny for businesses.
FTC Signals Economics-Driven Approach to Consumer Protection Cases
The FTC issued new guidance and a strategic plan emphasizing economic analysis in consumer protection, impacting compliance and legal strategies for businesses.
Court Narrows Roku Privacy Suit to Children's Data Claims
A federal court narrows Michigan's privacy lawsuit against Roku, keeping only COPPA claims, impacting compliance strategies for tech firms.
Arab Spring's Digital Legacy Boosts Global Surveillance
Global surveillance practices expand due to Arab Spring's digital impact, raising privacy and compliance challenges for legal professionals.
China's NDA Draft Sparks Global Compliance Challenges
China's NDA draft guidelines may alter compliance obligations for global data operations.