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California Launches Tool to Block Personal Data from Brokers

California Launches Tool to Block Personal Data from Brokers

California has introduced a new tool called DROP, designed to help residents request the deletion of their personal data from over 500 data broker websites using a single form. Starting August 1, data brokers will be required to process these requests every 45 days. The initiative, led by CalPrivacy, aims to enhance privacy protection for Californians, with over 300,000 residents already signed up. Tom Kemp, Executive Director of CalPrivacy, emphasized the importance of this tool in empowering individuals to control their personal information and protect their privacy.
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Disney Faces $5 Million Lawsuit Over Facial Scanning at Theme Parks

Disney Faces $5 Million Lawsuit Over Facial Scanning at Theme Parks

The Walt Disney Company is facing a $5 million proposed class action lawsuit over its use of facial scanning technology at Disneyland and other California parks. The lawsuit, filed in a U.S. District Court in New York, claims that Disney scanned the face of Summer Christine Duffield without adequate consent during her visit to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park. The complaint accuses Disney of violating privacy, competition, and consumer protection laws by not sufficiently disclosing the use of the technology and the data collected. Disney began implementing this biometric technology in late April, offering visitors the option to skip face scanning, although there are more lines for those who opt for scanning. The technology is intended to streamline guest entry and prevent unauthorized use of park passes. However, concerns have been raised about how Disney uses and retains the biometric data, especially regarding children's data.
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Californian Sues Fashion Nova Over Early-Morning Promotional Texts

Californian Sues Fashion Nova Over Early-Morning Promotional Texts

Californian Sues Fashion Nova Over Early-Morning Promotional Texts
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Privacy Class Actions Surge as Plaintiffs' Bar Targets Data Transmission Practices

Privacy Class Actions Surge as Plaintiffs' Bar Targets Data Transmission Practices

Privacy Class Actions Surge as Plaintiffs' Bar Targets Data Transmission Practices
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Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA

Lawmakers warn data protection rules don't protect key sites, including White House and CIA

The Biden administration spent almost a year crafting regulations to block U.S. adversaries from buying commercial data gathered from cell phones at the federal government’s most sensitive locations
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Meta Settles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit with Kentucky School District, Avoiding Trial

Meta Settles Social Media Addiction Lawsuit with Kentucky School District, Avoiding Trial

Meta has reached a settlement with a Kentucky school district over allegations that its social media platforms are designed to be addictive, causing harm to children. This settlement comes just weeks before the case was set to go to trial in California. The lawsuit is part of a larger coordinated effort involving approximately 1,200 school districts across the United States, which have filed similar claims against Meta, TikTok, Snap, and YouTube. These districts argue that the platforms contribute to a mental health crisis among children. While TikTok, Snap, and YouTube have also settled their cases with Kentucky, the terms of Meta's settlement remain undisclosed. The lawsuit sought over $60 million to address mental health needs and demanded changes to the platforms to reduce addictive features.
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Meta Settles Landmark Social Media Suit with U.S. Schools, Avoids Trial

Meta Settles Landmark Social Media Suit with U.S. Schools, Avoids Trial

Meta Settles Landmark Social Media Suit with U.S. Schools, Avoids Trial
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Goodwin Law Firm Expands with Cheryl O'Connor for Complex Litigation

Goodwin Law Firm Expands with Cheryl O'Connor for Complex Litigation

Goodwin Law Firm Expands with Cheryl O'Connor for Complex Litigation
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Fidelity customers face key deadline to claim settlement cash

Fidelity customers face key deadline to claim settlement cash

For many Americans, financial institutions hold some of their most sensitive information, including Social Security numbers and bank account details. What happens when this information is leaked or becomes susceptible to a data breach? It can leave people more vulnerable to identity theft, fraud, ...
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California Judge Bans Kars4Kids Ads for Deceptive Practices Tied to Jewish Organization

California Judge Bans Kars4Kids Ads for Deceptive Practices Tied to Jewish Organization

A California judge has ruled that the advertising jingle of Kars4Kids is deceptive, as it fails to disclose the nonprofit's financial ties to Oorah, an Orthodox Jewish organization. The case was initiated by Bruce Puterbaugh, who discovered that his car donation, intended to benefit local children, was instead funding programs for Jewish youth and religious activities. Judge Gassia Apkarian of the Orange County Superior Court found the ads misleading and permanently banned them in California. The ruling also requires Kars4Kids to pay restitution to Puterbaugh. The nonprofit's COO, Esti Landau, admitted that a significant portion of their funds supports Oorah, with some money used for international projects.
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FTC Warns Dealerships on Deceptive Pricing Practices Amid Regulatory Crackdown

FTC Warns Dealerships on Deceptive Pricing Practices Amid Regulatory Crackdown

FTC Warns Dealerships on Deceptive Pricing Practices Amid Regulatory Crackdown
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Goodwin Hires Cheryl O’Connor for Complex Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Goodwin Hires Cheryl O’Connor for Complex Litigation and Dispute Resolution

Goodwin Hires Cheryl O’Connor for Complex Litigation and Dispute Resolution