EU data protection rules abused to censor media
While the controversial GDPR was intended to offer greater privacy rights, it has also been abused by some authorities to […]
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Thailand postpones Personal Data Protection Act to 2021
The Thailand government has approved a Royal Decree to postpone the enforcement of the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) to […]
Lawmakers to unveil bipartisan privacy bill to regulate contact-tracing apps
Senate lawmakers plan to unveil a bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate contact-tracing and exposure-notification apps, seeking to ensure […]
In land of big data, China sets individual privacy rights
China is poised to enshrine individuals’ rights to privacy and personal data for the first time, a symbolic first step […]
Two Bills Introduced to Restrict Microtargeting of Political Ads
Members of Congress have introduced two bills to restrict the microtargeting of online political advertisements. The Banning Microtargeted Political Ads […]
California Privacy Compliance Obligations May Soon Change Under CPRA Ballot Initiative
The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) is progressing through California’s elections process for inclusion on the November 2020 ballot. Businesses […]
UK is lowering privacy standards, says EU officials
In his remarks following Round 3 of negotiations for a new partnership between the European Union and the United Kingdom […]
As the GDPR turns 2, Big Tech should watch out for big sanctions
Get ready to see the EU’s landmark privacy regulation flex its muscles as it prepares for a fight. The GDPR’s […]
Internet giants are fighting to protect your private browsing history
Earlier this month, the Senate passed the USA FREEDOM Reauthorization Act to reinstate the expired powers of the PATRIOT Act. […]
Australia Tightens Privacy Protections on COVID-19 Tracing App
New legislation imposes stronger privacy protections on Australia’s planned contact-tracing app. “The Australian government’s coronavirus tracing app will have stronger […]
Senate Votes to Allow FBI to Look at Your Web Browsing History Without a Warrant
The government just got even more power to spy on your internet habits as millions remain quarantined at home. The […]
Democrats introduce bill to protect data collected in coronavirus pandemic
Democratic lawmakers from both chambers yesterday introduced legislation to place limits on how tech companies and public health agencies use […]