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New Jersey Enacts Privacy Law

On January 16, 2024, New Jersey became the first state in 2024 to join a growing list of states implementing comprehensive consumer data privacy laws. SB 332 provides New Jersey residents with certain data privacy rights and creates related obligations on organizations that process their personal data. The new law becomes effective on January 15, 2025. 

CPPA to Resume Enforcement of CPRA Regulations

On February 9, 2024, the California Third Appellate District Court of Appeal made a significant ruling regarding the enforcement timeline of the...

HHS Office for Civil Rights Resolves Medical Practice Ransomware Cyberattack

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently issued its second-ever settlement for a ransomware...

LockBit Ransom Group Disrupted By Law Enforcement

The LockBit ransomware group has been successfully disrupted by law enforcement, marking a significant victory in the ongoing battle against...

New Texas Law Offers Cybersecurity Safe Harbor for Small Businesses

On June 20, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 2610 into law, adding Texas to the growing roster of jurisdictions that extend a statutory...

Securing America’s Ports: Biden Administration Takes Action on Maritime Cybersecurity

The Biden administration is set to issue an Executive Order to enhance the cybersecurity of U.S. ports and bolster maritime security, supported by a...

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FTC Settles Data Broker Settlement Banning Sale of Sensitive Location Data

Organizations that collect, use, purchase, or sell sensitive location data should remain cautious of its data practices and the recent FTC settlement with data broker X-Mode Social, Inc. (succeeded by Outlogic LLC). On January 9, 2024, the FTC published a press release detailing its settlement with the data broker regarding its practices of selling information that included consumer visits to sensitive locations. This settlement appears to be a direct result of the FTC asserting its policy objectives in light of the recent Dobbs case which overruled Roe v. Wade. This settlement serves as a reminder for all organizations to continuously analyze its data collection and processing practices and implement routine data hygiene procedures. 

Key Takeaways from DoorDash’s Settlement with the California Attorney General on Consumer Data Privacy

On February 20, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the formation of the Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU), which...

Colorado House Bill HB24-1130: Strengthening Biometric Data Protections

Colorado's commitment to enhancing data privacy reaches new heights with the proposed amendments introduced in House Bill HB24-1130. This bill seeks...

Texas Data Privacy and Security Act – Part 1: Applicability 

In a digital era marred by big data monetization and weaponization and culminating in a renewed privacy awakening, Texas has taken a substantial...

FTC Settles Data Broker Settlement Banning Sale of Sensitive Location Data

Organizations that collect, use, purchase, or sell sensitive location data should remain cautious of its data practices and the recent FTC...

Securing America’s Ports: Biden Administration Takes Action on Maritime Cybersecurity

The Biden administration is set to issue an Executive Order to enhance the cybersecurity of U.S. ports and bolster maritime security, supported by a...