Board denies petition seeking default ‘minimal functional mode’ for devices, asks staff to study concepts The California Privacy Protection Agency board voted 5–0 to deny a Feb. 9 rulemaking petition that would have required devices to ship with a minimal functional mode and tiered consent, citing Administrative Procedure Act timelines. The board nevertheless asked staff to further evaluate the petition’s ideas and consider informational workshops or legislative options.

The California Privacy Protection Agency has denied a pivotal petition aimed at reshaping consumer device privacy, but its core concepts may still see the light of day.

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How Regulated Businesses Can Simplify IT Compliance Understanding the Compliance Landscape in Regulated Industries Regulated sectors such as healthcare, finance, and government operate under some of the most stringent compliance requirements worldwide. These regulations safeguard sensitive data, protect consumer privacy, and ensure operational integrity within highly scrutinized environments. However, the complexity and volume of these mandates create significant challenges for organizations striving […] The post How Regulated Businesses Can Simplify IT Compliance first appeared on Flowster.

How Regulated Businesses Can Simplify IT Compliance: Understanding the Compliance Landscape in Regulated Industries Regulated sectors such as healthcare, finance, and government operate under some of the most… #ITCompliance #RegulatedIndustries #DataProtection #ConsumerPrivacy #ComplianceChallenges

Committee backs amended bill to set up Vermont prescription drug discount card program The Ways & Means Committee voted to report H 5 77, as amended (draft 2.3), which removes state fee-collection language and expands an existing financial literacy trust fund to cover administration of a prescription drug discount card program; deputies from the Treasurer's Office testified the program can save Vermonters money and be managed within existing fund structures.

Vermont's Ways & Means Committee just advanced a bill that could save residents over $230 a month on prescription drugs—are you ready to put money back in your pocket?

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A useful article for @TheVerge to post would be, *trustable brands* of consumer security cams and what their specs are that guarantee the function to protect #ConsumerPrivacy.

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Google AI Shopping Sparks Privacy Concerns from Elizabeth Warren

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Ancestry urges Vermont to make attorney general sole enforcer of genetic-privacy bill Ancestry testified in support of House Bill 639, which would require express consents and let consumers delete genetic data; the company and the state AG’s office clashed over whether enforcement should be limited to the attorney general or include private lawsuits.

Ancestry is pushing for a new genetic privacy bill in Vermont that could change how your DNA data is handled forever!

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House Commerce & Economic Development committee advances study of data-broker registry, delays consumer opt-out Witnesses told the House Commerce & Economic Development committee that Vermont should study Californias data-broker opt-out model before implementing one here, citing technical complexity, staffing limits, and multi-year costs; the attorney generals office said it would handle enforcement and proposed a $20,000 bond for registrants.

Vermont is considering a new bill to strengthen its data-broker registry, but lawmakers are urging a thorough study before jumping into an opt-out system.

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Washington committee hears bill to register data brokers, stakeholders warn definitions are broad Representative Shelly Kloba and staff summarized HB 24 83, which would require annual registration of data brokers and public disclosure of firm-level practices; industry groups said the bill’s definition is broader than Oregon/California and could sweep in non‑brokers, offering to work on clarifying amendments.

A new bill in Washington aims to shine a light on the hidden world of data brokers, but industry experts warn its broad definitions could ensnare innocent companies.

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Washington committee advances bill to regulate high‑risk AI systems after narrow votes on exemptions The Technology, Economic Development & Veterans Committee on Jan. 27 advanced a substitute to House Bill 2,157 to regulate high‑risk artificial intelligence systems, adopting two targeted exemptions for Fair Credit Reporting Act‑regulated activities and HIPAA‑covered entities; the motion passed 8–5.

A Washington committee has just taken a bold step towards regulating high-risk AI systems by advancing House Bill 2,157, but will it be enough to address the growing concerns?

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Vermont committee advances amended H.211 that tightens data‑broker rules, converts universal deletion to study The House Commerce & Economic Development Committee reviewed draft 2.2 of H.211, which tightens registration, adds bond and verification requirements for data brokers, creates a consumer right to request deletion with enumerated exceptions, and converts a universal deletion mechanism into a Secretary of State feasibility study due Dec. 1, 2027.

Vermont is stepping up to protect consumer privacy by tightening data broker regulations, including new verification and deletion rights—are you ready for these changes?

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California Bans Health Data Resales
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Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law Two lawsuits have just been filed to stop the state's upcoming age verification law.

What happens when a state demands age verification for every app download? Texas faces lawsuits over its app-store age-check law. The issue spans privacy, platform control and business compliance.

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Senate-backed Massachusetts Data Privacy Act would expand individual control over data, ban sale of sensitive data Senator Jason Lewis said the Senate unanimously approved the Massachusetts Data Privacy Act, which—if passed by the House and signed by the governor—would limit collection to necessary data, expand opt-in/opt-out rights, ban sale of sensitive data and prohibit collection or sale of minors' data.

Massachusetts takes a bold step towards protecting your privacy with the Data Privacy Act, aiming to give individuals more control over their personal data and ban the sale of sensitive information.

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Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law Two lawsuits have just been filed to stop the state's upcoming age verification law.

What happens when a state demands age verification for every app download? Texas faces lawsuits over its app-store age-check law. The issue spans privacy, platform control and business compliance.

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Inside Kroger's Secret Shopper Profiles: Why You May Be Paying More Than Your Neighbors - Consumer Reports Kroger has secret shopper profiles on millions of its grocery customers. They may be affecting what consumers pay for goods.

Portland folks: Consumer Reports studied that data that some companies scoop up from their sites, use to manipulate prices and discounts, and then peddle to other companies. Local Portland shopper studied here: www.consumerreports.org/money/questi... #consumerprivacy #AI

Big Brother in HD: Texas Sues TV Makers for Spying on What You Watch

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Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law Two lawsuits have just been filed to stop the state's upcoming age verification law.

What happens when a state demands age verification for every app download? Texas faces lawsuits over its app-store age-check law. The issue spans privacy, platform control and business compliance.

#AppStores #AgeVerification #Regulation #BusinessTech #ConsumerPrivacy

Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law Two lawsuits have just been filed to stop the state's upcoming age verification law.

What happens when a state demands age verification for every app download? Texas faces lawsuits over its app-store age-check law. The issue spans privacy, platform control and business compliance.

#AppStores #AgeVerification #Regulation #BusinessTech #ConsumerPrivacy
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Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law

What happens when a state demands age verification for every app download? Texas faces lawsuits over its app-store age-check law. The issue spans privacy, platform control and business compliance.

#AppStores #AgeVerification #Regulation #BusinessTech #ConsumerPrivacy
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Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law Students and Big Tech are taking on Texas app store age verification law

What happens when a state demands age verification for every app download? Texas faces lawsuits over its app-store age-check law. The issue spans privacy, platform control and business compliance.

#AppStores #AgeVerification #Regulation #BusinessTech #ConsumerPrivacy
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Read the new @olshanlaw.bsky.social AMP blog post, "Privacy Laws and Practices Continue to Evolve," authored by partner Mary Grieco
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AI anxiety drives consumer privacy fears as data trust reaches crisis point Verve survey reveals 65% of consumers worry about AI data training, while 97% demand transparency from publishers as privacy concerns intensify in 2025.

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AI anxiety drives consumer privacy fears as data trust reaches crisis point Verve survey reveals 65% of consumers worry about AI data training, while 97% demand transparency from publishers as privacy concerns intensify in 2025.

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The Growing Power of the California Consumer Privacy Act | JD Supra The California Consumer Privacy Act has gotten the attention of regulated companies. To be sure, the law, when it was first conceived, seemed destined...

The Growing Power of the California Consumer Privacy Act

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Google adds privacy controls for Indiana, Kentucky, and Rhode Island Google announced Restricted Data Processing mode for three states effective January 2026, supporting compliance with new consumer privacy laws.

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Google adds privacy controls for Indiana, Kentucky, and Rhode Island Google announced Restricted Data Processing mode for three states effective January 2026, supporting compliance with new consumer privacy laws.

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The Ethics of Geo-targeting: Persuasion or Manipulation? The Ethics of Geo-targeting and Algorithmic Persuasion Ever walked past a coffee shop and, seconds later, gotten a notification on your phone for a discount on their new latte? Or…

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The Future of Cookie-less Targeting in Digital Advertising Cookieless Future Marketing Think of a situation where you start a big campaign and then find out that your best wa...

Discover how digital advertising is adapting to a cookie-less future and what new privacy-focused targeting methods
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CPPA board directs staff to pursue three privacy bills, including whistleblower incentives The California Privacy Protection Agency board voted 4–0 to direct staff to pursue three proposed 2026 bills: a whistleblower award and anti‑retaliation program, an expanded right‑to‑delete covering third‑party data, and requirements for alternative consumer request channels. Staff will assess whether to sponsor each bill based on prospects for a [

California is taking a bold step toward enhancing consumer privacy with new measures aimed at protecting whistleblowers and expanding deletion rights for personal data!

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Universal Music Group Japan Data Breach Exposes Millions of Customer Records A data breach at Universal Music Group (UMG) Japan has exposed the personal information and order histories of over 3 million customers.

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