Tag: online_platforms
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FTC Seeks Public Comment on Updating Impersonation Rule to Address Platforms' Role in Scams
The FTC is considering whether to update its Rule on Impersonation of Government and Businesses or take other action against ad-optimization practices that may further impersonation scams.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade Commissionimpersonation scamsRule on Impersonation of Government and Businessesonline platformsad-optimizationpublic commentconsumer protection
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FTC Warns Websites on TAKE IT DOWN Act Compliance
The Federal Trade Commission has issued warning letters to a dozen websites, urging compliance with the TAKE IT DOWN Act. This law mandates platforms provide a mechanism for removing nonconsensual intimate images within 48 hours of a valid request.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionTAKE IT DOWN ActWarning LettersNonconsensual Intimate ImagesOnline PlatformsDigital RightsContent Removal
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FTC Begins Enforcing TAKE IT DOWN Act
The FTC has started enforcing the TAKE IT DOWN Act, requiring platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate images upon victim request. A new FTC website allows individuals to file complaints against companies failing to comply with this critical privacy law.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetSocial Issues Federal Trade CommissionTAKE IT DOWN ActNonconsensual Intimate ImagesOnline PlatformsVictim SupportPrivacy