On October 17, 2023, The First-tier Tribunal of the UK General Regulatory Chamber allowed an appeal by Clearview AI Inc against an enforcement notice and fine issued by the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office.
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Facial Recognition Technology
EDPB Adopts Guidelines on Facial Recognition in the Area of Law Enforcement
On May 17, 2023, the European Data Protection Board adopted the final version of its Guidelines on facial recognition technologies in the area of law enforcement. …
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Baltimore’s Ban on Private Sector Use of Facial Recognition Technology Expires
On December 31, 2022, Baltimore’s ordinance banning the private sector’s use of facial recognition technology expired.
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CNIL Fines Clearview AI 20 Million Euros for Unlawful Use of Facial Recognition Technology
On October 17, 2022, the French Data Protection Authority imposed a €20 million fine on Clearview AI for unlawful use of facial recognition technology.
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Texas AG Sues Meta Over Collection and Use of Biometric Data
On February 14, 2022, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton brought suit against Meta over the company’s collection and use of biometric data. The suit alleges that Meta collected and used Texans’ facial geometry data in violation of the Texas Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act and the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act. …
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EDPB Releases Statement on the Digital Services Package and Data Strategy; Calls for Ban on Targeted Ads
On November 18, 2021, the European Data Protection Board released a statement on the Digital Services Package and Data Strategy. The Digital Services Package and Data Strategy is composed of several legislative proposals that aim to facilitate the further use and sharing of personal data between more public and private parties; support the use of specific technologies, such as Big Data and artificial intelligence; and regulate online platforms and gatekeepers.
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FTC Commissioner Nominee Bedoya Advocates for Privacy Protections During Confirmation Hearing
On November 17, 2021, the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation held its confirmation hearing on FTC Commissioner nominee Alvaro Bedoya. …
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Facebook to End Use of Its Facial Recognition System
On November 2, 2021, Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc. announced that it will shut down its “Face Recognition” system in coming weeks as part of a company-wide move to limit the use of facial recognition in its products. …
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UPDATE: Baltimore Bans Private-Sector Use of Facial Recognition Technology
On September 8, 2021, Baltimore’s local ordinance regulating private entities’ use of facial recognition technology becomes effective.
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South Korean Privacy Regulator Fines Netflix and Facebook
On September 1, 2021, the South Korean Personal Information Protection Commission (“PIPC”) issued fines against Netflix and Facebook for violations of the Korean Personal Information Protection Act (“PIPA”).
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