FTC v. D-Link: A warning shot to the IoT industry
Earlier this month, the FTC filed a complaint against Taiwan-based computer networking manufacturer D-Link Corp. and its United States subsidiary, D-Link Systems, Inc.
Category: Privacy Concerns
WhatsApp may be in trouble over data sharing
In late August, WhatsApp announced that it would begin sharing data with its parent company, Facebook. Since the announcement, a number of WhatsApp customers, as well as certain privacy groups, have cried foul. Privacy group EPIC responded to the data sharing announcement by filing a complaint against the two companies with the FTC. The FTC […]
InMobi settles tracking charges with FTC
A Singapore-based mobile advertising network has agreed to settle charges with the FTC that the company illegally tracked hundreds of millions of consumers’ locations without permission. As part of the settlement, InMobi will pay $950,000 in civil penalties, and will further be required to implement a comprehensive privacy program. By way of background, InMobi was […]
Privacy Shield replaces Safe Harbor framework
In February, the European Union (“EU”) and the United States met in Brussels to explore a new EU-US privacy pact as it relates to the transfer of personal data. Ultimately, the two sides came to an agreement over what they call the EU-US Privacy Shield. The Privacy Shield replaces the old Safe Harbor framework that […]
Workshop on “cross-device tracking” shows FTC is trying to keep up with emerging marketing technology
In mid-November 2015, the FTC hosted a workshop on “cross-device tracking.” Cross-device tracking is the practice of associating a person’s online activities across multiple devices to create a single marketing profile. FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez provided opening remarks at the workshop before turning the program over to Justin Brookman, FTC Policy Director, Office of Technology, […]
EPIC Urges FTC to Give Red Light to Uber Over Update in Privacy Policy
The FTC complains over Uber’s updates in the ride-hailing service’s privacy statement that purports to give Uber the right to track users.
FTC Sees Itself as “Key Cop on the Beat” When It Comes to Privacy
In a recent interview FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez was asked about the FTC’s ever growing role as the government’s primary privacy cop.
Nomi Technologies Settles Charges It Misled Consumers About Opt-Out Choices
The FTC has announced it has reached a settlement with Nomi Technologies over charges that the retail tracking company misled consumers.
Can the FTC Regulate Data Security Practices? Third Circuit Hears Wyndham Hotels Appeal
Does the FTC have the authority to regulate companies’ data security practices? In 2012, the FTC brought charges against Wyndham Hotels and Resorts.
Is Your Smart TV “Spying” on You? EPIC Files FTC Complaint Against Samsung
Privacy group, EPIC has filed a FTC complaint against Samsung for possibly snooping on its Smart-TV owners. They could be recording conversations.