Bureau states that a hack on Microsoft compromised political and personal information. U.S. Representative Don Bacon of Illinois said that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) informed him…
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FTC and HHS Warn Health Providers of Privacy Risks
Online tracking technology poses a risk to telehealth websites and mobile apps. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for…
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Senators Query USDA About Chinese Biotech Firm
Senators express concern over competition and data security. A group of senators including Roger Marshall of Kansas, Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, Marco Rubio of Florida, and Susan Collins…
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EU Confirms Recognition of EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework
The system provides data privacy that facilitates transatlantic commerce. The European Union (EU) officially confirmed the adequacy of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF), approving it for use…
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FTC Charges Genetic Testing Firm for Deceptive Practices
The company also stored data insecurely and experienced breaches. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has charged genetic testing firm, 1Health.io, formerly known as Vitagene, for violations including not securing…
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FTC Announces Settlement in Microsoft COPPA Violations
Company to pay $20 million and strengthen privacy for minors on Xbox platform. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has stated that Microsoft will pay a $20 million settlement…
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FTC Orders Tech Provider to Stop Gathering Student Data
Edmodo found to be violating protections to children’s information. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has ordered education technology provider Edmodo to halt the collection of unnecessary personal data…
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FTC Proposes Changes to Protect Health Data
Agency opens public comments for updates to Health Breach Notification Rule. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) seeks feedback on proposed changes to the Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR),…
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CISA Promotes Coverage for FCC High-Risk Services
While government organizations are required to follow the guidance, private sectors are encouraged to as well. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently published guidance requiring federal…
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Judge Dismisses FTC Case Against Kochava, Inc
The court grants the FTC the opportunity to refile. Judge Lynn Winmill dismissed the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) lawsuit against Kochava, Inc., a data broker that makes money…
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