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Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

EFF Says IETF Plan Will Limit Automated Access to Web Data

EFF warns IETF's Anonymous Bot Authentication could block automated web tools affecting journalists and legal researchers' data access.

Jun 18, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

EFF Warns NO FAKES Act Risks Silencing Satire and News Online

EFF analysis warns the NO FAKES Act could threaten free speech, satire, and press freedom by restricting digital likeness use.

Jun 18, 20263 min read
Regulatory & CompliancePrivacy & Data Protection

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.

Jun 13, 20263 min read
Regulatory & CompliancePrivacy & Data Protection

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.

Jun 12, 20263 min read
Intellectual PropertyLegal Tech

House Passes Bill Overhauling U.S. Copyright Office Structure

The House passed H.R. 6028 to restructure the U.S. Copyright Office, shifting appointment powers and creating new oversight roles.

Jun 11, 20263 min read
Privacy & Data ProtectionRegulatory & Compliance

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.

Jun 9, 20263 min read