September 19, 2024 at 01:22PM The FTC staff report reveals widespread user surveillance by social media and video streaming companies, with insufficient privacy protections for children and teens. The findings, based on a 2019-2020 investigation, raise concerns about data retention, sharing practices, and targeted advertising. The report urges Congress to pass comprehensive federal privacy legislation … Read more
June 24, 2024 at 08:13PM The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) introduced in April aimed to establish a national data privacy and security standard. However, recent legislative changes have diluted privacy rules, removing civil rights protections and creating loopholes. Advocacy groups and experts express concern over the weakening of the bill and urge lawmakers to … Read more
June 20, 2024 at 09:18PM The Vermont General Assembly failed to override Gov. Phil Scott’s veto of H.121, a bill aimed at establishing strong data privacy protection laws. The bill included a right-of-action provision allowing consumers to sue companies for data misuse and a “Kids Code” section requiring age-appropriate online content. Gov. Scott cited business … Read more
January 29, 2024 at 06:02PM Approximately 1.5 million consumers’ sensitive personal data, including Social Security numbers and health information, was compromised in a data breach at Keenan & Associates. The breach, caused by an August 2023 cyberattack, has prompted an investigation by Console & Associates, P.C. Victims are urged to protect themselves and consider seeking … Read more
January 29, 2024 at 02:15AM The U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) admits to purchasing internet browsing records from data brokers without court orders, raising concerns about Americans’ privacy. Senator Wyden criticizes this practice and emphasizes the potential privacy risks, especially relating to sensitive topics like mental health or domestic abuse. The revelation highlights a broader … Read more
January 18, 2024 at 10:07AM The passage discusses the author’s experience with AI and the need to integrate privacy into AI technologies. The author highlights the potential benefits and risks of AI and suggests steps to protect privacy, such as individualized models, closed systems, transparency, and data removal rights. It also advises current actions to … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 04:30AM The U.S. FTC prohibited data broker Outlogic from sharing sensitive location data with third-parties due to privacy violations, requiring data destruction and a comprehensive privacy program. The FTC accused Outlogic of inadequate safeguards and transparency, prompting a settlement and Senator Wyden’s praise. Outlogic disagreed with the implications and the need … Read more
December 19, 2023 at 07:19PM Approximately 35 million consumers are being informed of a data breach compromising their confidential information, caused by a Citrix software vulnerability used by Xfinity. Console & Associates, P.C. is investigating and informing affected individuals of their rights. Victims should take steps to protect themselves and consider legal representation for potential … Read more
November 17, 2023 at 11:15AM The FCC has introduced new rules requiring wireless carriers in the US to give consumers more control over their mobile phone accounts to combat the rise in SIM-swapping and port-out fraud. Carriers must now notify customers of any SIM transfer requests to prevent cybercriminals from carrying out fraudulent activities. The … Read more