Tag Archives: FTC Compliance

Who Owns Your Data and What Can They Do With It? Understanding Data Privacy and Information Security in the Cloud

“Cloud” Technology Offers Flexibility, Reduced Costs, Ease of Access to Information, But Presents Security, Privacy and Regulatory Concerns With the recent introduction of Google Drive, cloud computing services are garnering increased attention from entities looking to more efficiently store data. Specifically, using the “cloud” is attractive due to its reduced cost, ease of use, mobility and…
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FTC Releases Final Consumer Privacy Report

Today, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final report setting forth best practices for businesses to protect the privacy of American consumers and give them greater control over the collection and use of their personal data, entitled “Protecting Consumer Privacy in an Era of Rapid Change: Recommendations for Businesses and Policymakers.” The FTC also…
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OlenderFeldman Presents Legal Considerations for Search and Social at SES New York 2012 Conference

OlenderFeldman gave a presentation on Wednesday at the SES New York 2012 conference about emerging legal issues in search engine optimization (SEO) and online behavioral advertising. The topic of his presentation, Legal Considerations for Search & Social in Regulated Industries, focused on search and social media strategies in regulated industries. Regulated industries, which include healthcare, banking,…
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FTC Settles Enforcement Actions Concerning Protection of Social Security Numbers

Yesterday, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced two proposed settlements of complaints filed against Ceridian Corporation and Lookout Services, Inc.   Both proposed consent orders require the companies to implement security measures similar to other such settlements, including development and implementation of more robust information security programs, along with biennial security assessments and reporting by qualified…
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