The Federal Trade Commission unanimously approved amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule on Jan. 16. However, Commissioner Ferguson expressed concerns about the updated rule, citing several significant issues and calling on the new administration to address them. Continue Reading
AdExchanger | Maryland Is The New State To Watch When It Comes To Data Privacy
There are now 19 states that have enacted comprehensive consumer data privacy laws, eight of which are currently in effect. When talk turns to the most impactful of these state privacy laws, the conversation usually starts and stops with California. However, recent developments should alter Continue Reading
Bloomberg Law | Maryland Youth Privacy Requirements Signal Growing State Trend
Maryland is enforcing new strict children’s privacy laws aimed to protect children and teens online. The “Maryland Kids Code” which went into effect on October 1st, has restricted how businesses can collect and process data of those under 18. Davis+Gilbert Privacy, Technology + Data Security partner Continue Reading
Law360 | TikTok Lawsuit, Kids’ Privacy Bills Push Cos. ‘Back to Basics’
Amid growing scrutiny over data privacy and child protection, the legal landscape for companies like TikTok has become increasingly complex. The U.S. government has stepped up its efforts, highlighted by a recent lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Continue Reading
Law360 | Privacy & Cybersecurity Midyear Report: 4 Areas To Watch
The first half of 2024 saw newly enacted laws focused on protecting children’s privacy, regulating the use of artificial intelligence and regulators taking action to enforce the patchwork of privacy laws. Davis+Gilbert Advertising + Marketing partner Allison Fitzpatrick was quoted in this Law360 Continue Reading
Axios | Classic Hollywood Laws Inspire Shields for Kids in Multibillion Influencer Industry
Laws protecting children from exploitation in the influencer industry are being enacted to ensure kids receive a share of the profits from brand deals. Davis+Gilbert Advertising + Marketing partner Allison Fitzpatrick was quoted multiple times in this Axios article, "Classic Hollywood Laws Continue Reading
2024 Top 10 Advertising + Marketing Trends: Balancing Risks & Rewards
The marketing and advertising landscape in 2024 presents a complex tapestry of evolving regulations, groundbreaking technological advancements and shifting consumer behaviors. These changes are not just trends: they are signals of a fundamental transformation in the way brands connect with their Continue Reading
Law360 | What To Watch as Drive To Protect Kids Online Heats Up
The children's privacy landscape is rapidly evolving from the FTC's proposed updates to COPPA – which place tougher restrictions on children targeted advertising and data retention – to the states bringing lawsuits against social media platforms and adopting their own children's privacy laws. Continue Reading
Utah’s First-of-its-Kind Social Media Laws Impose Sweeping Protections for Kids and Teens
The Bottom Line Two new Utah laws will require social media companies to get parental consent for all users under 18, re-verify the age of existing users, prohibit advertising to such minors, and more.These onerous requirements may lead social media companies to avoid Utah altogether. Both Continue Reading
Law 360 | Calif.’s Novel Privacy Move May Dim Federal Law’s Chances
Gary Kibel was mentioned in a Law 360 article, "Calif.'s Novel Privacy Move May Dim Federal Law's Chances." Continue Reading