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🗺️ We've shared IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals' privacy legislation map with you before, but take a good look at how it has progressed. More than half of US states have either introduced or approved comprehensive state privacy bills. Marketers and data buyers, it's crucial to be aware of these new rules. Stay informed to navigate this evolving landscape effectively. #StatePrivacy #DataRegulations #Reklaim

#privacylaw #privacy #callforcomments FTC via ACS: Help The FTC Protect Children Online-The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is seeking comment by March 11 on a proposed rule to amend the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule, consistent with the requirements of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. The proposed modifications are intended to respond to changes in technology and online practices, and to clarify and streamline the Rule. The proposed modifications, which are based on the FTC’s review of public comments and its enforcement experience, are intended to clarify the scope of the Rule and strengthen its protection of personal information collected from children. https://lnkd.in/ed_cusPe

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

Time to ‘log in’ to privacy compliance before your data ‘logs out’ To enhance the privacy framework fit for a digital age, the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 (Cth) was recently introduced to Parliament following a review by the Attorney General’s Department. The recommended reforms target two key areas: digital environment and anti-social behaviours. To quickly get across the key changes, read our summary article here: https://lnkd.in/eRW7KPVM. Businesses are encouraged to ensure they have appropriate privacy and data security policies and procedures in place in the lead up to the anticipated changes to the Privacy Act. #privacyact #auslaw #dataprivacy #legalissues

Loeb & Loeb's Advanced Media & Technology partner, Nerissa Coyle McGinn is quoted in a Law360 article discussing potential changes and the scope of coverage in the landscape of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, shedding light on the FTC's decision regarding websites with a significant children's audience. Follow the link below to learn more. #privacy #childrensprivacy #FTC

🇺🇸 U.S. GRC News: New Regulations Take Hold New regulations bring stricter data privacy protections and enhance consumer rights in 2024. From the Utah Consumer Privacy Act to California's and Colorado's latest requirements, organizations must adapt quickly to avoid penalties and ensure consumer privacy. Learn how changes may impact your business: https://lnkd.in/e-FRNbJV #GRC #DataPrivacy #ConsumerRights #PrivacyCompliance #DataProtection #ConsumerPrivacy #RegulatoryCompliance #SAI360

CHAMPIONING PRIVACY | Lander & Rogers is proud to support Privacy Awareness Week 2024, an initiative of the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner. Privacy Awareness Week runs from 6 to 12 May and provides a chance for businesses to consider what they can do to "power up" their existing privacy practices and culture in advance of the Australian Government's impending privacy law reforms. This year's theme, "Privacy and technology: Improving transparency, accountability and security", focuses on creating a more responsible and secure digital landscape that balances technological advancements with the preservation of the privacy rights of individuals. Below, discover how your organisation can strengthen its privacy practices by being open and transparent in how it handles personal data. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e8q9njeW #privacy #privacyawareness #datasecurity #privacylaw

United States: Oregon Consumer Privacy Act: Determining Whether Your Organization Collects The Requisite Amount Of Data - Lane Powell: By now, many of you have likely read the first article in our OCPA Series and determined that your organization is not exempt from the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA). #dataprotection #dataprivacy #privacy

Protecting children's data online is an extremely tricky (but necessary) proposition, which California is discovering as it tries to pass the California Children’s Data Privacy Act 🚸 AG Rob Bonta and the California Privacy Protection Agency are at odds over how to do so; Bonta's supported bill would change CCPA to require opt-ins before companies sell or share the data of consumers 16 and under 👍👎 That's a major change, and as the CPPA has noted, would require age verification that poses privacy risks of its own To compound matters? California is trying to simultaneously push a privacy bill that bans the sharing or 💸 selling of children's personal data to train AI tools, which will also rest on how to safely address age verification provisions. If you're wondering why a 📜 revised federal COPPA 2.0 hasn't passed yet, these conundrums are part of the reason why https://lnkd.in/guV4Mjty #dataprivacy #childrensprivacy #ccpa

📢 New Privacy Laws Alert: Montana & Connecticut Starting in October, two new privacy laws take effect that will impact consumers and businesses! 🌲 Montana is launching the Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act, aligning with privacy frameworks seen in Colorado and Virginia. Key difference? It exempts businesses that solely collect payment data, sparing many brick-and-mortar stores from compliance burdens. 🧑💻 Connecticut is also strengthening data privacy, especially for minors. Updates include the right to unpublish minors' social media accounts and new protections against profiling, targeted ads, and geolocation tracking. The law mandates stricter protection assessments for any online service that could pose risks to children. Stay informed and protect your data! 💻🔐 #privacywise #dataprivacy #dataprivacylaw #privacylaw #privacyregulations