Colombia data protection framework takes effect *

Colombia - May 6 2013
Colombia's data protection law of 2012 recently went into full effect, following a six-month phase-in period. The law covers consumer databases used…

Co-authors: Liisa M. Thomas.

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FTC soliciting comments on cross-platform security and privacy concerns *

USA - April 18 2013
The Federal Trade Commission announced on April 17, 2013 that it is seeking comments about the consumer privacy and security issues posed by the…

Co-authors: Liisa M. Thomas.

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Utah has new healthcare privacy law with increased disclosure requirements *

USA - April 4 2013
Utah recently passed a new healthcare law that requires healthcare providers who participate in the state Medicaid or Children's Health Insurance…

Co-authors: Liisa M. Thomas.

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FTC recommends increased consumer disclosures in the mobile marketplace *

USA - February 7 2013
In response to growing concerns over consumer privacy in the mobile Marketplace, the Federal Trade Commission released a staff report on February 1…

Co-authors: Liisa M. Thomas, Caroline A. Wenzke.

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NAD recommends GreenPan discontinue "green" claims *

USA - December 5 2012
The National Advertising Division (NAD) recently recommended GreenPan, Inc. modify or discontinue certain "green" advertising claims for its cookware.

Co-authors: Brian D. Fergemann.

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