Tag: privacy
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Federal Judge Halts Voter Purge Database, Supreme Court Curbs Geofence Searches Amidst Broad Privacy Push
EPIC secures major legal victories against an illegal voter database and in a Supreme Court geofencing case, while advocating for new privacy laws and opposing surveillance legislation across the U.S.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceLegal PrivacyData ProtectionSurveillanceVoter RightsFourth AmendmentLegislation
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Privacy, Appropriations, and Veterans' Care
The House will meet on Thursday, June 25, for legislative business, potentially considering bills on privacy, appropriations for energy, water, national security, and veterans' care. A financial exploitation bill is postponed.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy HouseLegislative BusinessAppropriationsPrivacyVeteransFinancial ExploitationGovernment
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House to Convene for Legislative Session on Key Bills
The House will meet Thursday, June 25, at 10:00 a.m. to consider significant legislation, including bills on privacy, energy, national security, and veterans' affairs. A vote on the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act is also expected.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyLegalSocial Issues HouseLegislationAppropriationsFinancial ServicesVeteransPrivacyEnergy
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House to Address Appropriations, Privacy, and Veterans' Care on June 24
The U.S. House convenes June 24 to consider key legislation, including appropriations for energy, water, and national security, alongside bills addressing privacy in purchases, financial exploitation, and veterans' care.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSA House of RepresentativesLegislationAppropriationsPrivacyVeteransSmall BusinessFinancial Services
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Appropriations, Privacy, and Veterans
The House convenes June 24 for legislative business, including votes on appropriations, privacy, and veterans' care. Bills like the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act and the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act are on the agenda, alongside key spending measures.
Politics and GovernmentCongressFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessAppropriationsPrivacyVeteransFinancial ServicesSmall Business
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Apple Unveils Rebuilt Siri AI at WWDC 2026, Aiming to Regain Trust
Apple introduces a completely rebuilt Siri AI at WWDC 2026, promising conversational memory, personal context, and enhanced privacy. After years of issues, the company seeks to restore user confidence with its new intelligent assistant.
BusinessScience & TechnologyArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetLegal AppleSiri AIWWDC 2026Conversational MemoryPrivacyMobile TechnologyThe Hindu
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Media Monitor: White Picket Fences Fading as Homebuyers Seek Privacy
The Washington Post is reporting that the traditional white picket fence, a symbol of middle-class neighborliness, is being replaced by vinyl privacy fences as homebuyers prioritize seclusion.
BusinessSocial IssuesReal EstateEconomy White picket fenceVinyl privacy fencesAmerican DreamPrivacyHomebuyersFencesMiddle-classThe Washington Post
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EPIC Report Exposes Manipulative Design Hindering Consumer Privacy Rights
EPIC's new report, "Good Luck Opting Out," reveals how manipulative design patterns undermine consumer privacy choices. The organization also advocates for stronger federal and state data protection laws and challenges surveillance practices.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceLegalSocial Issues EPICPrivacyManipulative DesignData ProtectionSurveillanceConsumer RightsFederal Privacy Law
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SEC Commissioner Peirce Addresses Crypto, Privacy, and Financial Regulation
SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce delivered remarks on cryptographic technologies, financial services regulation, and privacy at the Regulatory PETshop Series, offering insights into these evolving issues.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentLegal Hester M. PeirceSECCryptographic TechnologiesFinancial Services RegulationPrivacyRegulatory PETshop SeriesSpeeches and Statements
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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
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Newsom Slams Trump Administration Over Medicaid Data Sharing
California Governor Gavin Newsom condemns the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for sharing Medicaid beneficiary information with the Department of Homeland Security, calling it a dangerous privacy violation.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLegalCalifornia Gavin NewsomMedicaidDepartment of Homeland SecurityPrivacyImmigrationUS Department of Health and Human ServicesCalifornia Governors Office