Legislative bills
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services announced that President Trump has signed into law the bipartisan bill, H.R. 2808, Home Buyers Privacy Protection Act, authored by Committee members Rep. John Rose (TN-06) and Rep. Ritchie Torres (NY-15). The bill aims to protect homebuyers' personal
Legislative bills
In response to a recent data breach of the Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Payment System, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney has introduced the Protecting Agricultural Borrower Information Act. This legislation aims to prevent the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing sensitive financial information of American farmers and
Legislative bills
Michigan State Representative Joseph Fox's proposal to safeguard students' privacy and safety in schools has gained momentum. The Student Restroom Privacy Act, if signed into law, will ensure that multiple-occupancy restrooms, locker rooms, changing areas, and showers in schools are used only by individuals based on their
Associations
As lawmakers consider updating the federal data privacy law for financial institutions, the American Bankers Association and four other banking and credit union associations have weighed in with recommendations to improve the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, which was established in 1999. The associations argue that the current law is a carefully calibrated
Social media
Threndx, a newly launched social media platform, has been gaining attention for its innovative approach to user engagement and privacy. Developed by Nigerian-Canadian entrepreneurs Agbene Ejigah, Arun Ahir, and Ijeamaka (Ijay) Ojeifo, the app offers a range of standard social features, including photo and video sharing, blogging, and group interactions,
Social media
The Jammu & Kashmir Medical Council has emphasized the importance of maintaining professional conduct on social media, cautioning against misuse of these platforms, especially in ways that compromise patient privacy, confidentiality, or autonomy. In order to provide direction to doctors registered with the Jammu and Kashmir Medical Council on maintaining
Social media
As technology advances and social sharing becomes more prevalent, the notion of what constitutes private space has undergone a significant shift. The recent viral sensation of a CEO's kiss cam moment at a concert in Boston serves as a poignant example of how a seemingly innocuous moment can
Social media
In a bid to regulate the online behavior of medical professionals, the Jammu & Kashmir Medical Council (JKMC) has issued comprehensive guidelines for Registered Medical Practitioners (RMPs) on social media platforms. The guidelines, which aim to prevent the misuse of social media and maintain patient confidentiality, were issued in alignment
Mediation
The British Columbia Information and Privacy Commissioner has issued a decision upholding the Resort Municipality of Whistler's decision to withhold information under solicitor-client privilege. The decision responds to an access request from a registered strata corporation seeking information related to a rezoning assessment for a specific piece of
Mediation
The Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario has issued a decision in appeal MA23-00017, upholding the county's interpretation of the scope of the request, in part, but finding that the county's search for responsive records was not reasonable in one respect. The county received a detailed
Mediation
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC) has issued a decision on the appellant's request for reconsideration of Order MO-4439, which resolved an appeal about a request for records related to an incident involving the appellant. The IPC's Adjudicator, Marian Sami, found
Social media
Threndx, a social media platform prioritizing user privacy, has officially launched globally, offering a new approach to online connection, content creation, and earning potential. Founded by seasoned technology entrepreneurs Agbene Ejigah, Arun Ahir, and Ijeamaka (Ijay) Ojeifo, Threndx aims to redefine social engagement by prioritizing authenticity and rewarding users for
