Privacy & Data Protection
GDPR, CCPA, state privacy laws, data breach litigation, and data governance
Donald Trump and Mary Trump Settle 2021 Tax Records Lawsuit
Donald Trump and niece Mary Trump settled a 2021 lawsuit over tax record claims, ending key family legal disputes impacting litigation and compliance.
Canada’s Bill C-36 Creates New Privacy Commission to Replace Privacy Commissioner
Bill C-36 establishes the Digital Safety and Data Protection Commission, overhauling private sector privacy enforcement and penalties in Canada.
Second Circuit Revives NBA Meta Pixel VPPA Class Action
The Second Circuit revived a class action accusing the NBA of violating the VPPA via Meta Pixel tracking, impacting digital privacy law.
ECJ Rules France Can Enforce Age Checks on EU Porn Sites
The European Court of Justice allows France to impose age verification on porn sites across the EU, underscoring cross-border compliance risks for platforms.
GLBA Safeguards Rule Tightens AI Use Controls for Financial Firms
Updated GLBA Safeguards Rule effective June 2023 adds controls on AI tool use in financial firms amid rising compliance risks.
UK to Ban Under-16s from High-Risk Social Media Features
The UK plans new online safety reforms restricting under-16s from risky social media features like livestreams and AI chatbots.
ICE Agents Obtain Voter Files Directly from Two Texas Counties
ICE Homeland Security investigators requested individual voter files from local Texas elections officials, raising privacy and legal concerns.
Canada's Privacy Watchdog Slams X for Non-Consensual Deepfake Tool
Canada's Privacy Commissioner finds X's Grok AI generated millions of explicit deepfakes without user consent, urging stricter privacy safeguards.
Section 702 Expiration Ends NSA, FBI Warrantless Surveillance Powers
Section 702 of FISA expired June 12, ending key warrantless surveillance authorities and raising compliance challenges for legal professionals.
2026 Data Breaches Expose Legal Risks for Privacy and Cybersecurity
Major 2026 data breaches highlight vulnerabilities and compliance risks for legal teams advising regulated industries.
UK Protesters Demand End to Palantir NHS Contract Over Privacy
UK protests at healthcare event oppose Palantir's £330M NHS contract amid privacy, human rights concerns.
California Assembly Advances Bill Banning Surveillance-Based Pricing
California Assembly passes AB 2564 prohibiting retailers from setting prices based on personal data, impacting compliance for legal professionals.
South Korea fines Coupang $409M for massive data breach
South Korea's PIPC imposes record $409 million fine on Coupang for data breach affecting 37 million users and unauthorized data collection.
California Court Lets Privacy Claims Proceed Against Inspire Brands Over Cookies
A California court denied in part Inspire Brands' motion to dismiss class action alleging unauthorized tracking despite opt-outs, highlighting data privacy challenges.
US Ties Health Aid to Data Sharing in 7 African Countries
US health aid to seven African nations requires pathogen samples and surveillance data sharing, raising legal and privacy concerns for compliance officers.
Judge Rules Truthful Reporting on Criminal Expungements Isn't Libel
A federal judge ruled that truthful articles about criminal charges and expungements do not constitute libel, clarifying media law and privacy rights.
Louisiana Enacts Data Privacy Law Effective January 2027
Louisiana signs the Louisiana Data Privacy Act, joining 21 states with consumer data privacy laws, affecting businesses starting Jan 2027.
Meta Removes Facial Recognition From Smart Glasses App on June 5
Meta disabled facial recognition in its smart glasses app after backlash on June 5, highlighting growing legal scrutiny of biometric tech in wearables.
Apple unveils new parental controls at WWDC 2026 to boost child safety
Apple's iOS 27 introduces 'Ask to Browse,' Time Allowances, and more to enhance parental control and comply with internet safety regulations.
Federal Court Certifies Class of 6M Illinois Users in Apple Biometric Privacy Suit
Over 6 million Illinois iPhone users join class-action certifying Apple faces biometric privacy violation claims under BIPA regarding Photos app.