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Today, the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF) filed comments with the Federal Trade Commission (Commission) in response to its request for comment on the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) proposed rule. Read our comments in full. As technology evolves, so must the regulations designed to protect children online, and FPF commends the […]

[…] establishing their own means for individuals to exercise their rights (e.g., Delaware). California was slightly more prescriptive in its requirements (e.g., requiring that businesses offer a toll- free telephone number to exercise rights) but ultimately leaves much to the discretion of businesses. New Hampshire’s requirement that the secretary of state establish a uniform means […]

[…] consent under the DPDPA. During the discussion, panelists emphasized the importance of clear, understandable written notices and discussed other design choices to ensure that consent is “ free, specific, informed, unconditional, and unambiguous”. To this end, Swati Sinha highlighted consent notices for different categories of cookies under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), […]

[…] that protect privacy and A Regulator Sub-Group, focused specifically on legal and regulatory mechanisms supporting the development and use of PETs. “Privacy-enhancing technologies are increasingly important in today’s data-driven landscape. They allow us to safeguard sensitive datasets and information needed to advance a broad research, development, and demonstration portfolio,” said Asmeret Asefaw Berhe, Director […]

[…] on November 14, 2023. The Symposium presented a key opportunity for a global, interdisciplinary convening to discuss one of the most important topics facing Europe’s digital society today and in the years to come: “Understanding the EU Data Strategy Architecture: Common Threads – Points of Juncture – Incongruities.”  With the program of the Symposium, […]

[…] and Choice under Rule 5.03 and Default Settings under Rule 5.04. The notice and choice requirements ask UOOM vendors to ensure that the signal represents an “affirmative, freely given, and unambiguous choice to opt out” of targeted advertising and data sales. The requirements for default settings seek to ensure the choice remains a genuine […]

[…] academic teams that are building the foundational understanding of how AI can and will transform our society, and representatives of professions with deep engagement in AI’s use today. The consortium will be housed under the U.S. AI Safety Institute (USAISI) and will contribute to priority actions outlined in President Biden’s landmark Executive Order, including […]

[…] Jersey, only the Colorado Privacy Act’s implementing regulations required that DPAs occur prior to initiating processing. Following the NetChoice v. Bonta litigation, which saw California’s Age-Appropriate Design Code Act preliminarily enjoined, this requirement could raise First Amendment concerns if it is interpreted as a prior restraint on speech. 3. Thresholds for Applicability S332 is […]

[…] they need it for some obvious reason, like helping you with directions, showing your nearby friends, or perhaps a store location you’re looking for? If not, feel free to opt-out of location data. Be aware that location data is often used to personalize ads and recommendations based on locations you have recently visited. Allowing […]

[…] these winning papers were awarded based on the strength of their research and proposed policy solutions for policymakers and regulators in the U.S. and abroad. The Privacy Papers for Policymakers event will be held on February 27, 2024, in Washington, D.C., exact location to be announced. The event is free and open to the public.