Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 31, 2021

Instacart purports to bind consumers to its privacy policy via this screen: (Sorry for the poor image resolution. The court says Instacart creates an enforceable sign-in-wrap (ugh): The Court finds Instacart’s privacy policy conspicuous and obvious for several reasons. Airbnb , the green font for the privacy policy link is NBD.

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IPilogue

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

On October 28, 2022, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (the OPC) announced that data protection authorities around the world endorsed resolutions on facial recognition technology (FRT) and cybersecurity at the 44th Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) in Istanbul, Türkiye.

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JD Supra Law

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In today's rapidly changing technological landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is making headlines and being discussed constantly. As nonprofit executives, you may be wondering how AI intersects with intellectual property and data privacy law, and how it could affect your organization.

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Traverse Legal Blog

MAY 28, 2024

With the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies , it is valuable for companies to leverage their power to bolster innovation and outperform their competitors. Yet, given the vast amount of data required to train AI models, these technologies also raise concerns about the privacy and security of data.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 18, 2021

In summer 2018, I wrote a short primer on the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) soon after its passage. The passage of the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) in November 2020 necessitated a complete revamp. The post New Primer on the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) appeared first on Technology & Marketing Law Blog.

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Michael Geist

MAY 24, 2024

With requirements to report the bill back the House shortly, the end result could mean no expert testimony and the possibility of an unamended bill that places privacy and freedom of expression online at risk.

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 29, 2024

Intellectual Property - Generative AI – ongoing impacts - Since 2022, the popularity and availability of generative AI has continued to grow. It is estimated that 79% of internet users aged 13-17, and 31% of those aged 16 and above, use generative AI tools and services. By: Mayer Brown

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IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

In August, Apple made headlines by introducing new privacy features in their upcoming software updates. Over the years, Apple has cultivated a strong reputation as a protector of consumer privacy. One of their core values and popular marketing point s is that “privacy is a fundamental human right.”

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IPilogue

JULY 13, 2022

As discussed in part one , Human Rights Watch (HRW) released a report in late May outlining the privacy risks school children face across the globe. However, Canada still falls behind in implementing modern privacy legislation that addresses child consent.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

APRIL 8, 2023

California passed the California Age-Appropriate Design Code (AADC) nominally to protect children’s privacy, but at the same time, the AADC requires businesses to do an age “assurance” of all their users, children and adults alike. Doing age assurance/age verification raises substantial privacy risks.

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Michael Geist

JANUARY 31, 2024

It may be the most dangerous Internet bill you’ve never heard of since it contemplates measures that raise privacy concerns, website blocking, and extend far beyond pornography sites to include search and social media. Facilitate the adoption of age-verification technologies in Canada, b.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 22, 2023

We previously wrote about how toys, baby monitors, and other smart devices collect, use, and disclose personal information about children, and risks to children’s privacy. The last update to COPPA was in 2013, which is ancient history in the world of technology.

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JD Supra Law

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Between consumer demand for more transparency and anticipated 2023 privacy laws, companies may be vulnerable to class action lawsuits. Lupo invites Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Data Protection Partner Eva J. By: ArentFox Schiff

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IPilogue

JANUARY 13, 2022

2021 was a transformational year for Canadian privacy legislation. Following the changes made to the Federal reforms to PIPEDA in 2020 , several provinces amended their privacy legislation to protect their constituents’ interests. Such privacy policies must describe how companies plan to use personal information.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 12, 2023

I was preparing to teach my next privacy law class on the subject matter of online privacy, when I discovered a good article (though in full disclosure, it is an ad) on protecting your privacy and personal information online.

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IPilogue

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

On October 27, 2021, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (the OPC) released observations following a series of international engagements between data protection and privacy authorities around the world and four of the biggest video teleconferencing (VTC) companies: Microsoft, Cisco, Zoom, and Google (the Organizations).

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Olartemoure Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Privacy by Design is the integration of data processing procedures to every stage of business practices. In this article we will explore the different guidelines that govern the world of Privacy by Design: The European guidelines that hold the standard, and how Privacy by Design works in Colombia. European guidelines.

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IPilogue

JULY 4, 2022

Pandemic-related school closures pushed the adoption of educational technology (“EdTech”) in classrooms to new heights. On May 25 th , Human Rights Watch (“HRW”) published a report – “a global investigation of the education technology (EdTech) endorsed by 49 governments for children’s education during the pandemic.”

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IPilogue

MARCH 8, 2023

This article was originally published on the OBA’s Information Technology and Intellectual Property Law Section’s articles page. Privacy breaches are becoming commonplace in today’s business landscape and cybersecurity is top of mind for many organizations— and for good reason. Kaplan v Casino Rama Services Inc.

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IIPRD

JANUARY 24, 2024

This literature will delve into the issues that surround the sensitive issue of how companies maintain privacy while also trying to foster innovation. While the security of personal data is the main focus of data privacy, intellectual property also includes innovations like inventions, literary and creative works, and trademarks.

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The IPKat

APRIL 10, 2024

As readers may be aware, The IPKat also covers privacy and confidentiality issues and so, is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Katfriend Bibitayo Emmanuel Ojo (DataPro Limited) on the struggles between data privacy rights of citizens and government's duties around national security.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

During the last Privacy Law class of the semester, we discuss Privacy and Emerging Technology. My students continue to learn about the collection, use, disclosure, and monetization of consumers’ data, and continue to be amazed at how their data is used without their knowledge.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 25, 2022

alleging that it has been invading consumers’ privacy by using tracking technologies to build “digital dossiers” on individual internet users for marketing purposes. A new class action lawsuit was filed in federal court in California against Oracle America, Inc.,

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Olartemoure Blog

APRIL 21, 2023

The inaugural meeting of the Privacy Symposium took place on April 17 in Venice, serving as a platform for dialogue and cooperation on privacy and data protection. Over the years, Convention 108 has undergone modifications to address the challenges posed by new technologies and to enhance its effective implementation.

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Michael Geist

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Privacy breaches have become increasingly commonplace as businesses of all sizes grapple with how to keep customer information secure and what to do when things go wrong. I’ve been proud to serve as an advisor to JusTech, which provides some notable lessons on legal innovation and privacy law.

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Michael Geist

MARCH 2, 2022

The House of Commons Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics spent much of February conducting a study on the collection and use of mobility data by the Government of Canada. I believe that something are outdated privacy laws that are no longer fit for purpose. My opening statement is posted below. Good morning.

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IPilogue

JULY 16, 2021

Facial recognition technology (FRT) is an increasingly popular and controversial tool used by public authorities and commercial institutions. Reports of racial bias and Canadian privacy law violations weaken the argument for implementing FRT. The OPC subsequently received a complaint under the Privacy Act. What is Clearview?

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2021

On behalf of a putative class, the plaintiffs asserted privacy claims—including for wiretapping—under California law. As an initial matter, the court says that Nike’s privacy policy does not undermine plaintiff’s claims. The Cookie Crumbles for Amazon Privacy Plaintiffs – Del Vecchio v. Nike, Inc., Specific Media.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Unlike cookies, pixels cannot be easily blocked with privacy software. The potential consequences for improper use have increased due the Federal Trade Commission’s increasingly close scrutiny of technology that collects and shares consumer data.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Online privacy is, without a doubt, an area of growing concern. As technology takes a greater presence in our lives, lawmakers are right to turn their minds to its potential deleterious effects. How would successful implementation of the proposal negatively impact privacy rights? Photo by AbsolutVision ( UNSPLASH ).

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IPilogue

JUNE 1, 2022

Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, academic discussions indicated that artificial intelligence (AI) would signify the fourth industrial revolution with tangible economic benefits and potential privacy concerns. Nowadays, privacy concerns exceed personal information protection. .

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 30, 2023

As artificial intelligence, also known as “AI” becomes more of a household word, it is worth pointing out not only how cool it can be, but also how some uses raise privacy concerns. The rapid growth of technological capabilities often surpasses our ability to understand long-term implications on society.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 8, 2023

Celebrities have objected to this because it interferes with their personal lives and their right to privacy. Furthermore, the Information Technology Act of 2000 makes it a crime to copy or transfer data from another person’s device without their permission. The Indian Copyright Act of 1957 forbids and punishes acts of piracy.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 21, 2023

However, many users do not understand how the technology works, and how the use of generative AI collects personal or sensitive information of users. ” Like other forms of technology that have developed in the past, there are serious implications with the use of generative AI on individuals’ privacy. .”

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 12, 2021

Instead, the allegations recount Microsoft’s numerous (robust) privacy-related representations made to customers. Claim under Washington’s CPA : The court says first that plaintiffs “overpayment theory” (that they would not have paid as much in price had they known of Microsoft’s lax privacy practices”) states a cognizable injury.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JUNE 7, 2022

July 7, 2020): “The privacy policy includes a section titled “Rights of California Residents,” which addresses requirements of the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”), Cal. ” * Bloomberg : Global Privacy Control Popularity Grows as Legal Status Up in Air. Voodoo SAS v. SayGames LLC, 2020 WL 379165 (N.D.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 18, 2023

This week, the CEO of OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT and the Chief Privacy Officer of IBM testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law. more heavily regulate artificial intelligence technologies that are raising ethical, legal and national security concerns.”

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