Last year saw a proliferation of US state laws regulating the processing of children’s data. 2025 promises to be just as active, with new rules either already in effect or coming into force later this year. Companies in the ad tech ecosystem should pay attention to the evolving Continue Reading
Privacy Daily | Kids Online Safety Laws Hard to Comply with in Real Time, Say Chief Privacy Officers
Child online privacy and safety laws, on both the federal and state level, have become increasingly complex and almost impossible to comply with as there is no sure way to tell in real time the age of those accessing websites or online platforms. Gary Kibel, Davis+Gilbert Privacy, Technology + Continue Reading
Law360 | FTC Chair Flags Data Risks in 23andMe Bankruptcy
A vast amount of sensitive consumer data is at risk with 23andMe auctioning off genetic information, biological DNA samples, health information, payment data and other personal information gathered from the roughly 15 million customers. Gary Kibel, a Davis+Gilbert Privacy, Technology + Data Continue Reading
The FTC Finalizes Amendments to the COPPA Rule
Update as of 4/22/2025 On April 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published its finalized Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule amendments. The new amendments will strengthen the protection of children’s personal information, give parents more control over their children’s data Continue Reading
Bloomberg Government | State Data Privacy Law Patchwork Expands by Eight States in 2025
Eight states have new privacy laws that further complicate the requirements consumer data companies must follow are taking effect in 2025. The new laws give consumers rights over their data, allowing them to know what information a company collects, the ability to request its deletion and now, Continue Reading
California Privacy Regulations Focus On Data Brokers and All Businesses
The Bottom Line On November 8, 2024, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board voted to adopt new regulations clarifying the California Delete Act. The Board also voted to advance its proposed rulemaking package and updates to several regulations — namely, regulations concerning Continue Reading
12 State Privacy Laws in Play – Delaware’s Personal Data Privacy Act
The Bottom Line In the absence of comprehensive federal privacy legislation, state law makers throughout the nation are enacting privacy laws, and Delaware is the latest to join the race. Following California, Virginia, Colorado, Utah, Connecticut, Iowa, Indiana, Tennessee, Montana, Texas, Continue Reading
New York City Bar Association (NYCBA) | Marketing and Advertising Law Faceoff: Social and Digital Media vs. Regulatory Oversight
Quick Details Date | May 17, 2023 Location | Webinar Session Overview In this session, Emily Catron will discuss The Rapidly Changing Domestic and International Privacy Law Eco-Systems. Other experts in the field will address the critical issues that arise when offering games and other 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
The FTC Enforces its First Fine Under the Health Breach Notification Rule
The Bottom Line The FTC is showing that it intends to be more active regarding the misuse and exploitation of sensitive personal information. Companies that use health information should take precautions to protect consumer data and provide proper disclosures when sharing health information with Continue Reading