Latest News: Privacy and Data Security

May 22, 2013

OVERNIGHT TECH: Tech visa debate heads to House

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May 22, 2013

Former US officials recommend penalties for foreign companies using stolen American IP

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May 22, 2013

Sen. Cornyn targets patent trolls with new bill

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May 22, 2013

Bipartisan coalition launches social media campaign on immigration reform

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May 22, 2013

Issa immigration bill to boost high-skilled visas

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May 22, 2013

Immigration clears Judiciary with H-1B deal in tow - House considering the gang's bill today - Cornyn patent bill comes today - House panel inching closer to data breach notification work

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May 22, 2013

Irish privacy watchdog highlights concerns over public sector data sharing

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May 22, 2013

Distress must be directly linked to data breach for consumers to claim compensation, rules Court of Appeal

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May 21, 2013

FTC Releases Reports on 2011 Cigarette and Smokeless Tobacco Advertising and Promotion

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 21, 2013

FTC Seeks Public Comment on Proposal to Ban Payment Methods Favored in Fraudulent Telemarketing Transactions

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 21, 2013

Cook testimony drives the day - Tech's immigration watch continues - Next steps on the cyber EO - Protecting the communications supply chain

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May 20, 2013

Immigration time at SJC - Cook, cyber and Pritzker on the Hill - Watt confirmation would open IP slot - SIIA touting Big Data in new white paper

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May 20, 2013

OFT issues warning over personalised pricing transparency

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May 17, 2013

FTC Announces Schedule for Reviewing Regulations

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 17, 2013

Operators of Two Bogus Tech Support Schemes Settle FTC Charges

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 17, 2013

Drone privacy in the House - Where is Aaron's law? - Wheeler's financial telecom ties - Lawmakers float higher standards for phone records

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May 16, 2013

FTC Testifies on Fraud Against Older Americans

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 16, 2013

Tech visas take top billing at Senate Judiciary today - Copyright examination gets underway in House - DOJ subpoenas raise phone company questions - Tim Cook headed to the Hill next week

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May 16, 2013

MEP questions whether new e-ID and electronic trust services laws can secure individuals' data security

Out-Law News :: Data protection

May 15, 2013

FTC Sends Educational Letters to Businesses to Help Them Prepare for COPPA Update

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 15, 2013

New regulator will take 'pragmatic' approach to data protection compliance in Singapore

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May 15, 2013

Holder testimony today: What tech needs to watch - High noon nears for H-1B battle - ECPA reform proponents eye path forward - America Invents Act to get Hill critique

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May 15, 2013

Consent should be needed for anonymised data sharing to be lawful, say campaigners

Out-Law News :: Data protection

May 15, 2013

Fragmented legal frameworks hindering 'm-health' innovations in EU, says expert

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May 14, 2013

FTC Issues Annual Financial Acts Enforcement Letter to CFPB

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 14, 2013

FTC Settlement Requires California Company to Halt Illegal Robocalls

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May 14, 2013

What you'll hear at today's video hearing - Report: Tech employment sees small bump - Net governance bill hits the floor - Legislation monitor scores grant funding - SJC holding most of H-1B action

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May 14, 2013

Study reveals UK business uncertainty over data protection reform plans and cost implications

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May 13, 2013

Organisations using privacy policies 'to protect themselves', says ICO

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May 13, 2013

Commerce examines video policy this week; immigration markup turns to tech - Net governance bill comes to the floor - Turmoil for Zuckerberg group - Tech groups pitch trade rep on U.S.-EU deal

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May 10, 2013

Open data, the day after: What you need to know - House lawmakers go big picture on cellphone bill - McCain cable focus comes as video debate looms - High-skilled immigration amendments teed up

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May 10, 2013

Smart metering rollout deadline pushed back to 2020

Out-Law News :: Data protection

May 09, 2013

FTC Provides $1.7 Million in Refunds to Nearly 23,000 Consumers Who Lost Money in 'Free Government Grant' Scheme

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 09, 2013

White House unveiling open data policy - Tech talk on the docket at Judiciary's immigration opener - Talkin' mobile tech with Chaffetz & Johnson - Genachowski's last FCC meeting

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May 07, 2013

FTC Testifies on Credit Reporting Accuracy Study, FCRA Enforcement, Credit Education

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 07, 2013

FTC Says Mobile Cramming Webcast Viewers Can Submit Questions Online

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 07, 2013

FTC Warns Data Broker Operations of Possible Privacy Violations

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 06, 2013

FTC Votes Unanimously to Retain July 1 Date for Implementation of the Updated Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 06, 2013

FTC Invites Public to Submit Questions Online During Senior ID Theft Workshop

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 03, 2013

FTC Approves Final Order Settling Charges Against Cbr Systems, Inc.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 03, 2013

FTC Settlement Bars Seller of Prepaid Calling Cards from Deceptive Marketing

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 02, 2013

Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to Co-Host Roundtable on Data Integrity in Debt Collection

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 01, 2013

FTC Approves Final Order Settling Charges Against Marketers of Criminal Background Screening Reports

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

May 01, 2013

FTC Announces Agenda, Panelists for Upcoming Mobile Cramming Roundtable

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

April 30, 2013

FTC Seeks Public Input on Proposed Changes to Textile Labeling Rules; FTC Closes Investigations of 3 Football Helmet Manufacturers; FTC to Host Roundtable on Possible Changes to Jewelry Industry Marketing Guides

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

April 25, 2013

FTC Announces Agenda, Panelists for Upcoming Senior ID Theft Workshop

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

April 25, 2013

FTC Issues Updated FAQs on Amended Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases

April 24, 2013

FTC Approves Final Order Settling Competition Charges Against Robert Bosch GmbH; FTC Staff Files Comment With Illinois Legislature Regarding Pain Management Services

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April 24, 2013

FTC Wins Court Judgment Against Remaining NHS Systems Defendants

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April 19, 2013

FTC Survey for 2011 Shows an Estimated 25.6 Million Americans Fell Victim to Fraud

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) - Consumer Protection Press Releases