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AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - United States

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The US relies on existing federal laws and guidelines to regulate AI but aims to introduce AI legislation and a federal regulation authority. Until then, developers and deployers of AI systems will operate in an increasing...more

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Florida’s New AG Takes Office, Arkansas Names Solicitor General & FTC Chairman Continues Appointments

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James Uthmeier was sworn in as Florida’s 39th AG on February 17, 2025. He succeeded former AG Ashley Moody, who was appointed to fill Marco Rubio’s Senate Seat. AG Uthmeier has also announced his transition team....more

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California Finalizes UDAAP Rule for Small Business Financing

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On August 2, 2023, the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) issued a final rule that prohibits certain persons from engaging in unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices (UDAAP) in...more

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Client Alert: FTC Signals Greater Scrutiny of Biometric Information and Technologies in New Policy Statement

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On May 18, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) adopted a Policy Statement on biometric information that details its “significant concerns” arising from the increasing use of biometric information and technologies that...more

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FTC 2022 Regulatory Priorities to Include Privacy and Security

As we look to 2022, a question on many companies’ minds is what actions we will see from the FTC. Two recent developments are important on that front. First, the FTC recently signaled its intent to initiate rulemaking on...more

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New Internet of Things Cybersecurity Bill Enacted

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Internet of Things (IoT) devices have the potential to transform our home and work environment by integrating a growing range of “smart” wirelessly connected sensors into our daily lives. Recognizing the growing importance of...more

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The State AG Report Weekly Update October 2019 #2

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Charities- New York Attorney General Sues Online Fundraising Platform Over Alleged Failure to Distribute Charitable Contributions- New York AG Letitia James filed a lawsuit against NYCharities.org and a related...more

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The State AG Report Weekly Update September 2019 #4

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Cannabis/Marijuana- Bipartisan Coalition of 21 Attorneys General Pen Letter to Congress in Support of Cannabis Banking Bill- A bipartisan coalition of 21 AGs, led by District of Columbia AG Karl Racine, sent a letter to...more

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Consumer financial services: The road ahead: Small-dollar loans

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In February 2019, the CFPB released the highly anticipated revamp of its Payday Rule, reinforcing its more lenient attitude towards payday lenders. In light of the Bureau’s softer touch, as well as similar developments at the...more

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Two Proposed Data Security Laws Reflect National Trend Toward Affirmative Responsibilities

With major consumer data breaches making headlines on a semi-regular basis, legislators around the country are starting to hold businesses more accountable for cybersecurity compliance. Industry-specific laws such as HIPAA...more

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Children's Products and the "Internet of Things": Data Privacy Beyond COPPA

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In this internet age, "smart" children’s products—those that collect, transmit or store electronic data—are on the rise. By some estimates, the smart toy market will reach $11.3 billion in sales by 2020. Manufacturers of...more

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California Bill Mandates Privacy By Design For IoT Devices

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Manufacturers of Internet-connected devices (better known as the Internet of Things) should be following a new California bill closely because it would create a mandate under California law that all IoT devices have built-in...more

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