In a landmark move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken decisive action against data broker Mobilewalla for unlawfully collecting and selling sensitive location data of millions of Americans. The FTC announced a proposed settlement order with Mobilewalla,...
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🕵️♂️Why are Medical Records a Treasure Trove for Cybercriminals?
Medical records are a prime target for cybercriminals due to the wealth of sensitive information they contain. Unlike credit card data, which can be quickly canceled and replaced, medical records offer a comprehensive and enduring profile of an individual, making them...
📱Could the U.S. Implement Australia’s Social Media Restrictions?
Australia has enacted groundbreaking legislation prohibiting individuals under 16 from accessing major social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit, and X (formerly Twitter). The law, passed by Parliament in late November 2024, mandates...
🏠 RealPage Lawsuit: The Fight Against Algorithms in Real Estate
In August, the U.S. Department of Justice, along with eight state attorneys general, launched one of the broadest legal actions in history against a private company in the rental-housing sector. The defendant? RealPage, a major player in property management software....
📜U.S. Trade Secret Law Has Global Reach
The recent Seventh Circuit decision in Motorola Solutions Inc. v. Hytera Communications Corp. Ltd. (decided July 2, 2024) sets a strong precedent for the global reach of U.S. trade secret law, underscoring the importance of compliance and vigilance for businesses...
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