As it did with the regulation of data privacy by adopting the GDPR, the European Union is once again at the forefront of regulation. This time the EU Parliament has taken up regulation of AI. The Parliament started down the path to define regulations related to the use of AI […]
Technology & Intellectual Property Update
Consumer Data Privacy Law Updates
Nebraska Introduces Data Privacy Act The Nebraska Unicameral is currently reviewing a consumer data privacy law that would provide Nebraska residents with certain rights related to their personal data. Last month, Sen. Eliot Bostar introduced LB1294, known as the Data Privacy Act (the “Act”), which, if passed, would be Nebraska’s […]
Google Says Goodbye to Cookies
On January 4, 2024, 1% of Chrome users received a notification indicating that they would be able to “Browse with more privacy.” In effect, Google has begun testing Tracking Protection, a newly introduced feature that restricts third-party cookies. For several years, Google has been taking steps toward protecting user privacy […]
Nebraska Unicameral Considers Privacy Rights in Biometrics
In connection with the national trend of states focusing on data privacy, this session the Nebraska Unicameral is considering a privacy bill regarding biometric information in LB 954. The Biometric Autonomy Law grants individuals ownership of and broad control over their biometric data collected and possessed by entities. The Law […]
Fintech and Payments 2024 – Predictions for the Year Ahead
While there is never a dull year – or day, week, second, or moment – when it comes to fintech and payments, the next 12 months promises to be busier than most. With an election year looming and with more, to put it mildly, focus on bank and fintech partnerships, […]