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Big news in biometric privacy law from the Ninth Circuit. Excellent summary from my colleagues!

Globally, there has been a sharp rise in #DataProtection and #DataPrivacy regulations and strict enforcement by authorities across jurisdictions. Our report, “In-House Counsel Survey 2024 – The Transformation of In-House Counsel in a Digital Economy”, outlines the increased onus on in-house counsel to enhance data protection and privacy standards. Download the survey here: https://lnkd.in/du7wh9TF #KhaitanCo

For those of you that took the trouble to read the failed American Data Privacy and Protection Act, and are interested in understanding where the proposed American Privacy Rights Acts aligns or differs, please consider this discussion comparing the two proposed bills. https://lnkd.in/gpe2Ufyq #USprivacy #privacylaws

Explore the essentials of the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023: This legislation outlines the conditions under which your personal data may be processed, emphasising lawful purposes and necessary consent. Understand the exceptions for legitimate uses and the stringent duties placed on data fiduciaries to ensure accuracy, security and timely deletion of data. Empower yourself with the knowledge to protect your digital privacy rights effectively! . . . #sls #slsnoida #noidacity #digitalprivacy #dataprotection #privacylaw #privacymatters

Four new state consumer privacy laws are slated to take effect in 2024, signaling increased regulations on how businesses manage and protect consumer data. These laws may impose new requirements on companies regarding data collection, storage, and user consent, aiming to enhance consumer privacy and security. Is your company prepared? If your answer to this question is 'I'm not sure' visit our website for more information and our available resources that can help clarify your doubts. #dataprotection #us #dataprivacy #aphaia

Friday Say 📢 Next week is Privacy Awareness Week promoted by Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. It’s the perfect opportunity to become more aware and take action to enhance privacy in private and government organisations and for your own privacy. This year’s theme focuses on privacy and technology and the key principles of transparency, accountability and security. For more information on Privacy Awareness Week, as well as resources to help navigate privacy laws, visit: https://paw.gov.au/ #databreach #privacy #data #informationmanagement #recordkeeping #PrivacyAwarenessWeek #PrivacyMatters #DataProtection #StaySafeOnline #privacyawarenessweek

Protecting Children Online: data and privacy protection for under 18s. The one and only Debbie Reynolds, data and privacy expert discusses the existing and proposed legislation that effects the way that data is managed and stored for under 18s in the US. The in-depth article focusses on the current and emerging regulatory frameworks in the US related to children under 18 years old, what companies need to do to comply with child data protections and how companies can to solve consent related challenges required for those under 18. Link in comments. #DataPrivacy #ChildrensPrivacy #ChildrensData #USlegislation #ChildrensConsent

LiveMint featured my views on an insightful piece on the data privacy implications of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. While the campaign fosters national pride, it is imperative to strike a balance between such campaigns and data privacy. It is necessary for the Ministry to minimise data collection of citizens and to establish safeguards against any potential misuse. Read the entire piece here: https://lnkd.in/gFpTYSYs  #dataprivacy #privacypolicy #independenceday #legalinsights #legalupdates #SJ

Since its inception in 1998, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) has been the cornerstone of protecting the personal data of minors under the age of 13 in the United States. A recent trend in state privacy legislation to expand restrictions and obligations beyond COPPA's under age 13 standard, to minors that are at least 13 and under the age of 18, is something many organizations should be aware of. #TeamSPB report on the increased restrictions for teens' data, as there are now ten state privacy laws that provide specific requirements and obligations as to teens' personal data. Read the full blog here ➡️ https://ow.ly/Eoaw50SgKAR #COPPA | #StatePrivacyLaws | #TeenPrivacy

Seasoned #privacy lawyer Laura Lemire captured her top insights from the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals Global Summit, including direct intel from U.S. State Privacy Enforcers: https://lnkd.in/gDvvNgF6. #datasecurity #privacylaw #dataprivacy #technology #privacylawyer #GPS24