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FTC Cracks Down on Messaging App Operator on Child Data Exploitation

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On September 29, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a legal action against the operator of the anonymous messaging app Sendit and its CEO for violations of multiple consumer protection and privacy laws. The complaint, filed in the United States District Court for the Central District of California by the Department of Justice at the request of the FTC, alleges violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), COPPA Rule, Section 5(a) of the FTC Act, and the … [Read more] about FTC Cracks Down on Messaging App Operator on Child Data Exploitation

Unlocking the MIND Act: The Senate To Take on the Challenge of Neurotechnology

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On September 24, 2025, Ranking Member Cantwell (D-Wash.), Leader Schumer (D-NY), and Senator Markey (D-Mass.) announced they will introduce the “Management of Individuals’ Neural Data Act of 2025” (“MIND Act”).  If enacted, the MIND Act will direct … [Read more] about Unlocking the MIND Act: The Senate To Take on the Challenge of Neurotechnology

California Finalizes New and Amended CCPA Regulations

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On September 23, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) announced that the California Office of Administrative Law (“OAL”) had approved the new and amended California Consumer Privacy Act regulations that the CPPA delivered to OAL … [Read more] about California Finalizes New and Amended CCPA Regulations

The EU Data Act Comes Into Force

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The EU officially adopted the Data Act in January 2024, and it came into force on September 12, 2025. The Data Act builds on existing laws like the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Governance Act. Now that the legislation is active, … [Read more] about The EU Data Act Comes Into Force

Chilean Regulator Launches Public Consultation on New Cybersecurity Law

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On 16 September 2025, the Chilean Cybersecurity Agency (Agencia Nacional de Ciberseguridad, ‘ANCI’) launched a public consultation on its provisional list of companies that may be classified as ‘operators of vital importance’ (Operadores de … [Read more] about Chilean Regulator Launches Public Consultation on New Cybersecurity Law