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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Spanish DPA Fines Supermarket Chain 2,520,000 EUR for Unlawful Use of Facial Recognition System
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On July 27, 2021, the Spanish Data Protection Authority (the “AEPD”) imposed a €2,520,000 fine on Spanish supermarket chain Mercadona, S.A. for unlawful use of a facial recognition system.
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Baltimore Passes Bill Banning Private-Sector Use of Facial Recognition Technology
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On June 14, 2021, the Baltimore City Council passed a bill that would ban the use of facial recognition technology by private entities and individuals within the city limits. If signed into law, Baltimore, Maryland would become the latest U.S. city to enact stringent regulations governing the use of facial recognition technology in the private sector.
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China Publishes Draft Security Standard on Facial Recognition
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The National Information Security Standardization Technical Committee of China has published a draft standard on Security Requirements of Facial Recognition Data. The Standard, which is non-mandatory, details requirements for collecting, processing, sharing and transferring data used for facial recognition.…
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European Commission Publishes Proposal for Artificial Intelligence Act
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The European Commission has published its Proposal for a Regulation on a European approach for Artificial Intelligence. The Proposal follows a public consultation on the Commission’s White Paper on AI published in February 2020. The Commission simultaneously proposed a new Machinery Regulation, designed to ensure the safe integration of AI systems into machinery.…
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FTC Announces Proposed Settlement with App Developer over Alleged Deceptive Practices
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On January 11, 2021, the FTC announced that Everalbum, Inc. (“Everalbum”), developer of the “Ever” photo storage app, agreed to a settlement over allegations that the company deceived consumers about its use of facial recognition technology and its retention of the uploaded photos and videos of users who deactivated their accounts.…
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