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Ready for Changes to COPPA? Industry Responds With New Compliance Tools
Two industry organizations announced new initiatives designed to help mobile app developers comply with revisions to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”) Rule, which take effect today. Today, the…
So There's Been a Data Breach: What Will That Cost?
It’s well-known that most companies collect, store and use the personal information of their customers and employees. This is valuable and proprietary information and most companies take steps to safeguard this…
FTC Updates COPPA FAQs in Advance of July 1 Rule Changes
This week, the Federal Trade Commission announced the latest update to its frequently asked questions (“FAQs”) document to assist online operators as they prepare for changes to the Children’s Online Privacy Protection…
Eleventh Circuit Rules Best Buy's ID Swipe Policy Does Not Violate Federal Privacy Law
On Tuesday, the Eleventh Circuit ruled that Best Buy’s policy of swiping drivers’ licenses when customers return purchases does not violate the federal Drivers’ Privacy Protection Act of 1994 (“DPPA”). In a per curiam…
FTC Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Amendments to the Telemarketing Sales Rule
On May 21, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) regarding proposed amendments to the Telemarketing Sales Rule (“TSR”). Notably, the proposed changes would: (1) expressly…