LastPass is a software service that offers to save users’ passwords in one place, accessible on demand through many different methods and devices such as computers, tablets, and phones. Several competitors offer similar services, such as DashLane, 1Password, and BitWarden, among others. Password managers have become more and more common […]
Technology & Intellectual Property Update
FTC Fines Epic Games For Children’s Online Privacy Violations and Deceptive Dark Patterns
on Tuesday, 24 January 2023 in
Technology & Intellectual Property Update: Arianna C. Goldstein, Editor
On December 19, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced two settlements with Epic Games, the developer behind the popular Fortnite video game, for privacy and consumer protection violations. In addition to changing default privacy settings, Epic Games will be required “to pay a total of $520 million in relief over allegations the […]
Cryptocurrency and Click-wrap Agreements
on Tuesday, 24 January 2023 in
Technology & Intellectual Property Update: Arianna C. Goldstein, Editor
With the recent volatility of cryptocurrencies causing some of the major digital currency platforms and exchanges to file for bankruptcy, a recent decision out of the Southern District of New York provides insight into how cryptocurrency held in certain types of accounts may be treated in bankruptcy proceedings. At issue […]
CPRA Takes Effect January 1
on Wednesday, 21 December 2022 in
Technology & Intellectual Property Update: Arianna C. Goldstein, Editor
As 2023 quickly approaches, it’s a good time to take stock of new privacy regimes taking effect January 1. We outline the Virginia Privacy Law, here, and this article will examine the California Privacy Rights Act (the “CPRA”). The CPRA takes effect on January 1, 2023, although enforcement will not […]
Virginia’s Consumer Data Privacy Law Takes Effect Next Month
on Wednesday, 21 December 2022 in
Technology & Intellectual Property Update: Arianna C. Goldstein, Editor
As 2022 comes to a close, most of the attention in the consumer data privacy space has centered around the California Privacy Rights Act taking effect on January 1, 2023, but companies should not forget that the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (“VCDPA”) will also go into effect on January […]