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Today we're one step closer to ending Meta's continued misuse of minors' personal data.”
- John Davisson, director of litigation at the Electronic Privacy Information Center
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Welcome to Snippets 👋 A judge dismissed Meta's bid to stop the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from revisiting the terms of their 2020 settlement with the social media giant. Alleging that Meta violated the terms of that agreement, the FTC is now, among other things, looking to outright ban Meta's monetization of children's data.
Plus, the Info-Tech Research Group released a framework for conducting privacy impact assessments for AI tools, Apple is in talks about integrating Google's Gemini AI chatbot into the iPhone, and Meta proposed a reduced subscription fee for their ad-free tier in the EU, among other developments.
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Meta blocked from preventing FTC update to 2020 order
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A federal judge rejected Meta's bid to prevent the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from revisiting a 2020 settlement—following allegations that Meta violated the agreement's terms by deceiving parents about their ability to control children’s contacts on Messenger Kids.
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- In a post-settlement update, the FTC proposed a blanket ban on Meta monetizing children's data, along with new limits on certain facial recognition practices.
- In November of last year, Meta responded with a lawsuit to block the FTC from implementing the new restrictions. They challenged the constitutionality of the agency’s bid and accused it of an “obvious power grab.
- However, Judge Randolph Moss dismissed Meta’s request, citing disregard for “a host of controlling Supreme Court precedents” and failure to demonstrate it’s “likely to succeed on the merits of any of its claims.”
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🎉 Transcend named to Fast Company’s 'World’s Most Innovative Companies' of 2024
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Thrilled to announce that Transcend has been named to Fast Company’s list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024—joining the ranks of Microsoft, OpenAI, and others!
This year’s list highlights businesses shaping industry and culture through their innovations, setting new standards and achieving remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy.
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A privacy-focused framework for AI in business
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Info-Tech Research Group's "Conduct an AI Privacy Risk Assessment" blueprint
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The Info-Tech Research Group released a framework for conducting privacy impact assessments (PIAs) for AI technologies, emphasizing the importance of balancing innovation with privacy regulations when integrating AI into daily business operations.
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- The framework is designed to assist tech leaders in evaluating potential privacy risks, ensuring informed consent, limiting data collection, and fostering trust among customers and stakeholders.
- Info-Tech outlines several key steps, including identifying high-risk systems, conducting supply chain risk assessments, evaluating security safeguards, and implementing robust PIA reporting.
- Emphasizing the critical role of data privacy in successful AI implementation, Info-Tech advocates for a privacy-first approach, integrating privacy principles into all organizational values and operations.
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Apple in talks for Google-powered AI partnership
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Vjeran Pavic / The Verge
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Apple is in discussions with Google about integrating the Gemini AI chatbot into the iPhone, as part of a focused effort to release new artificial intelligence features to users later this year.
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- Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, acknowledged the company's focus on AI development, which includes plans to incorporate a mix of first-party and third-party AI models in its products.
- The potential collaboration with Gemini would bring Google's AI tools to Apple's vast user base (over 2 billion devices), although it may also indicate Apple's acknowledgment that its own AI technology is less advanced than its competitors.
- If finalized, the deal could be announced around WWDC in June, but may face the same regulatory scrutiny as past agreements between Apple and Google
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- A compliance checklist for Washington’s My Health My Data.
- How a BIPA amendment would alter accrual of damages.
- Apple’s significant breakthrough in multimodal AI development.
- UK’s ICO publishes new guidance on data protection fines.
- Meta to discontinue analytics tool for journalists.
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Meta proposes reduced fee for ad-free tier in the EU
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Nick Barclay / The Verge
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To gain favor with EU regulators following backlash about the proposed ad-free subscription format, Meta has offered to slash its monthly ad-free fee for Facebook and Instagram from €9.99 to €5.99 per account.
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- Meta introduced the ad-free tier after EU authorities concluded consent was the only legal basis available to the company for user data collection and processing.
- The move drew sharp criticism from consumer groups, who called the proposal a pay-or-okay ruse that gives consumers no real control over what the company does with their data.
- At a hearing with the European Commission, Meta lawyer Tim Lamb called the proposed reduction “by far the lowest any reasonable person should be paying for services of this quality.”
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A sound legal strategy for deepfake victims
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I-Hwa Cheng/AFP via Getty Images
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With deepfakes becoming increasingly prevalent, affecting high-profile targets like President Biden and civilians alike, Nathaniel Bach of law firm Manatt, Phelps & Phillips offers steps victims can take under existing legislation.
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- Time is of the essence when responding to a deepfake incident, with victims needing to coordinate with internet service providers (ISPs) and social media platforms to find copyright owners, cut distribution, and initiate takedown.
- While several state laws offer recourse, victims should be aware of exceptions such as the use of deepfakes in news gathering or parody, as well as the scope for action against ISPs and platforms..
- Lawmakers are actively closing gaps in federal and state legislation to combat malicious AI use and updating protections as new risks emerge.
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🌟 Ron De Jesus joins Transcend as the first-ever Field Chief Privacy Officer
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Transcend is proud to welcome Ron De Jesus to the team as the first-ever Field Chief Privacy Officer (FCPO)! As the former Chief Privacy Officer at Grindr, Ron pioneered initiatives to safeguard user privacy within one of the world's largest social networking platforms for the LGBTQ+ community.
In his new role, Ron will embody Transcend's mission to strengthen the privacy community and drive competitive advantages for customers that range from the world’s most advanced technology companies to household consumer brands.
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