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Overall, the level of fines imposed for vertical and other non-cartel conduct violations decreased six-fold in 2025, with the number of infringement decisions halved. This decline followed a standout year of elevated...more
At the end of January 2026, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) launched a consultation, "Improving proportionality and safety outcomes in building control: telecommunications work"...more
There has been a lot of orbital maneuvering in Washington over the past two weeks as the House Science Committee leadership rebuffed a proposed FCC rulemaking focused on space safety and admonished the commission not to drift...more
In a recent case involving claims made by Monarch Media that its budgeting app helped users save money and manage finances, the National Advertising Division (NAD) took issue with the consumer survey data the advertiser...more
The Northern District of Georgia has been at the center of Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”) litigation over the past month. As our readers know, a Georgia federal judge recently found that text messages are not...more
Social media has become a powerful tool for hotels, resorts, and spas to promote room giveaways, dining credits, spa packages, and other offerings. While these promotions can drive engagement and brand awareness, they also...more
Back in 1991 when the TCPA was passed Congress was concerned with a rash of scattershot telemarketing calls to LANDLINE phones. These phones typically could not be silenced and would ring incessantly until answered–filling...more
Generative AI is now embedded in development, marketing, post, and distribution—but the legal rules are still being written in real time. This program surveys the 2026 battleground issues: copyright (training vs. outputs),...more
On March 5, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that the commission plans to vote on during its March 26 Open Commission Meeting. The proposal seeks to address offshore...more
On February 27, 2026, the California Privacy Protection Agency (“CalPrivacy”) issued an order (the “Order”) requiring a sports-focused media and technology company (the “Company”) to pay a $1.10 million administrative fine...more
Hi TCPAWorld! The Baroness here. I reported not too long ago that Alo Yoga was hit with a putative TCPA class action for marketing texts after a “stop” request....more
For broker-dealers and financial firms, careful recordkeeping is more than just a best practice. There are strict rules on preserving data, such as internal records and social media posts, and these rules are enforced by the...more
On February 11, California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s office (CA AG) announced a $2.75 million settlement—the largest settlement to date under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)—with the Walt Disney Company...more
Annual EEO Public File Report - Radio and television station employment units (SEUs) located in Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas, Delaware, and Pennsylvania with five or more full-time employees must prepare by...more
The ongoing progress of the Digital Omnibus legislative reform is beginning to show that while the EU is not seeking to radically rewrite the data management rulebook, the various selective adjustments proposed are likely to...more
Businesses operating websites are facing a surge in lawsuits and demand letters alleging violations of the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and similar laws. Plaintiffs are increasingly targeting common website...more
On March 5, 2026, the FCC released a Draft Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Draft NPRM) seeking comment on proposals to expand spectrum access for in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) and other emergent space...more
Social media – previously just a platform for personal connection and conversation – is now a powerful marketing and advertising channel, with brands increasingly relying on influencer partnerships, social media giveaways,...more
On February 25, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a significant decision in Bradford v. Sovereign Pest Control of TX, Inc. interpreting the consent requirements under the Telephone Consumer...more
This is the first in a series of three articles exploring the intersection of defamation claims and internet-based communication. This article sets the groundwork by explaining the fundamental types of claims for defamation...more
Even though the DOJ Bulk Data Transfer Rule does not contain a private right of action, plaintiffs continue to look for new ways to bring claims against companies for alleged violations of the Rule. A recently filed complaint...more
Omaha Steaks is in a bunch of trouble right now following alleged wrong number text messages sent to promote its tasty beef offerings. Specifically the Plaintiff in the new suit alleges receipt of unsolicited text messages...more
Consumer litigation activity continues at elevated levels as 2026 begins, despite mixed monthly results across the major consumer protection statutes tracked by WebRecon. While filings under the Fair Credit Reporting Act...more
In March 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (“USTR”) released its 2025 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy (the “Notorious Markets List” or “NML”). The report highlights prominent examples...more
On February 25, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit affirmed a district court’s summary judgment in favor of a Texas pest-control company, holding that the plaintiff had provided prior express consent for...more