Purism AweSIM: A Privacy Shield in the Wake of AT&T Data Breaches AT&T was found liable to pay customers an estimated $177M to resolve multiple lawsuits stemming from two separate data breaches – March 30 and July 12, 2024. Both breaches exposed huge amounts of Personal Identifiable Information (PII) to the public. These two breaches […] The post A Privacy Shield in the Wake of AT&T Data Breaches appeared first on Purism.| Purism
FTC to Big Tech: No Back Doors — Purism Was Already There Protecting against Jurisdictional Arbitrage When the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) makes a determined move like this, it’s not a casual policy tweak — it’s a line drawn in permanent ink. On August 21, FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson sent formal notices to over a […] The post FTC Issues Letters to Big Tech: No Back Doors appeared first on Purism.| Purism
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A bipartisan coalition of 47 state attorneys general urged major search engines and payment platforms to implement stronger measures to combat the spread of deepfake nonconsensual intimate imagery (NCII). The post State and Territory Attorneys General Urge Tech and Payment Platforms to Address Deepfake Exploitation appeared first on National Association of Attorneys General.| National Association of Attorneys General
In their letter, the attorneys general outlined the broader societal harms associated with illegal online gambling, including its links to fraudulent schemes, problem gambling, money laundering, and other criminal activity.| National Association of Attorneys General
On August 7, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced a $45 million settlement with online lead generator MediaAlpha, Inc. and its subsidiary QuoteLab, LLC (collectively, “MediaAlpha”), resolving allegations that the companies misled consumers seeking health insurance products. According to the FTC, MediaAlpha tricked consumers into sharing sensitive personal information under the guise of offering... Continue Reading…| Inside Privacy
Aug. 27, 2025 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser today issued an alert to remind employees of their rights and Colorado employers of their responsibilities under the law when it comes to reporting wage theft and retaliation against such reports. […] The post Attorney General Phil Weiser issues alert after wage theft retaliation reports appeared first on Colorado Attorney General.| Colorado Attorney General
Aug. 21, 2025 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser is alerting Coloradans to be on the lookout for scams involving fake notices of missed jury duty. While jury duty scams are not new, local law enforcement has recently reported a […] The post Attorney General Phil Weiser warns Coloradans about jury duty scams appeared first on Colorado Attorney General.| Colorado Attorney General
Autorenewal regulation has been a recent focus of both federal and state regulators. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit recently vacated the| Inside Privacy
As Purism has been saying for years, the battleground for digital privacy has shifted squarely into our pockets in the form of smartphones. Mobile devices are now (more than ever) the prime targets for sophisticated cyber threats, having a duopoly with centralized control from two vendors; Apple and Google; the problem gets exacerbated. The post Ethics over Exploits – Use PureOS over Android/iOS appeared first on Purism.| Purism
The European Union is making bold moves to reshape the digital landscape—and if you're a consumer, developer, or platform operator, you’ll want to pay attention. Two major regulatory shifts are now underway: the proposed Digital Fairness Act and the activation of key provisions in the EU AI Act. Together, they signal a new era of transparency, accountability, and ethical design in the digital economy. The post Fairness Isn’t Just a Feature—It’s the Future appeared first on Purism.| Purism
In their letter, the attorneys general outlined the broader societal harms associated with illegal online gambling, including its links to fraudulent schemes, problem gambling, money laundering, and other criminal activity.| National Association of Attorneys General
In an article published by The Daily Record on August 11, 2025, Drew LaFramboise discusses a class action lawsuit filed by JGL, alleging a predatory lending… The post Drew LaFramboise Discusses Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Predatory Lending Scheme that Defrauded 38,000 Families appeared first on JGL Law.| JGL Law
Aug. 13, 2025 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser has issued a public advisory alerting Coloradans of changes to state law governing products containing kratom. The advisory follows the passage of SB25-072, which became law earlier this year. “Coloradans should […] The post Attorney General Phil Weiser issues public advisory on new kratom law appeared first on Colorado Attorney General.| Colorado Attorney General
Digital contracts and subscriptions have significantly increased, with the subscription economy tripling since 2017, according to the European| Inside Privacy
SALT LAKE CITY, UT— Newly revealed information in Utah’s lawsuit against the popular app Snapchat exposes the disturbing extent to ... Read More The post NEWS RELEASE: Majority of Utah’s Snapchat Lawsuit Unredacted, Exposing “Reckless” AI Rollout and Deep-Seated Exploitation of Children appeared first on blog.commerce.utah.gov.| blog.commerce.utah.gov
The proliferation of AI models across consumer platforms has ushered in a new era of convenience—but it’s also accelerated the erosion of personal privacy. Large language models (LLMs) are trained on staggering volumes of data, including publicly available content and, in some cases, personally identifiable information (PII). That means sensitive metadata—everything from search history and location trails to voice recordings and biometric markers—can be folded into systems that behave...| Purism
The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) invites members of the press to attend the public portion of the 2025 Presidential Initiative Summit:—“Building on Opioid Litigation Success: AGs Leading the Fight Against Substance Abuse and Drug Trafficking”. This summit is a national platform for exchanging best practices and driving collective impact. The post MEDIA ADVISORY | 2025 NAAG Presidential Initiative Summit appeared first on National Association of Attorneys General.| National Association of Attorneys General
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently launched a public inquiry into technology platform censorship. Digital-platform censorship clearly raises serious policy concerns. Nevertheless, before filing lawsuits, the FTC and its fellow enforcement agency, the U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) will need to factor in platforms’ First Amendment protections and limitations on agency statutory authority. Bringing platform-censorship cases may ... Competition Law and Technology-Platform Censorship T...| Truth on the Market
AARP Maryland Urges Governor Moore to Veto HB1294: Bill Opens Door to Predatory Lending Practices Against Low-Wage and Older Workers| Maryland
Attorney General Phil Weiser announced today that he has reached a settlement with hospital provider HCA over allegations the company violated Colorado consumer protection laws when it withheld information about training repayment agreement provisions, also called TRAPs, from prospective nurses.| Colorado Attorney General
Salt Lake City, Utah – Utah Attorney General Derek Brown and Utah Department of Commerce Executive Director Margaret Woolley Busse ... Read More The post NEWS RELEASE: Utah Secures $720 Million Nationwide Settlement from Eight Opioid Drug Makers appeared first on blog.commerce.utah.gov.| blog.commerce.utah.gov
Attorney General Phil Weiser has filed a lawsuit against two companies and their owner after they mailed illegal advertisements to Colorado small businesses soliciting fees for services provided for free by the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office. The ads lacked disclaimers and other information required by state law.| Colorado Attorney General
Consumer protection in the UAE is not theoretical — it is a well-defined legal framework designed to protect people across all types of purchases. Whether you are buying from a physical store or a mobile app, the law is designed to ensure that consumers are treated fairly and have recourse when they are not. This […] The post Consumer Protection in the UAE first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.| LYLaw Dubai
It is vital that shoppers can access clear and timely pricing information.| competitionandmarkets.blog.gov.uk
The Utah Division of Consumer Protection (Division) is alerting Utahns to a widespread phishing text scam. Scammers are impersonating legitimate toll authorities, including the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), by sending fraudulent text messages. These texts falsely claim you have an unpaid toll balance and threaten legal action if immediate payment isn't made. The post Don’t Fall for the “Unpaid Toll” Text Scam! appeared first on dcp.utah.gov.| dcp.utah.gov
The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Corporations and Commercial Code (Division) wants to inform Utah business owners about a potentially misleading mailer currently in circulation. Recently, there have been reports of letters being sent that include QR codes directing recipients to a website that closely resembles our official business registration page. This third-party site attempts to charge users $175 for business renewal services. The post Advisory for Business Registrants: I...| dcp.utah.gov
SALT LAKE CITY, UT— Today, Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox, Utah Attorney General Derek Brown, and the Utah Department of Commerce’s Margaret Busse announced a lawsuit against Snap, Inc. (Snap). Utah alleges that Snap profits from unconscionable design features created to addict children to the app, and facilitates illegal drug sales and sextortion. The lawsuit also includes claims related to its AI chatbot, My AI, and comes as states confront the harsh realities of AI technology’s impact ...| dcp.utah.gov
CLIMATE & CLEAN ENERGY Protecting Vermont’s Climate Progress from Rollbacks One of the most important outcomes of the 2025 legislative session was the successful defense of Vermont’s foundational climate policies. From the beginning of the year, attacks on climate action have come hard and fast from both President Trump and Governor Phil Scott. While many … 2025 Legislative End of Session Update Read More »| Vermont Public Interest Research Group
Faith leaders, union members, and consumer advocates rallied outside CFPB headquarters on June 5 with a unified message to Congress: gutting the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s budget is a direct attack on the people that the CFPB protects every day.| Americans for Financial Reform
Salt Lake City, Utah—Utah and all 54 other eligible jurisdictions agreed to sign onto a settlement agreement with Purdue Pharma ... Read More The post Utah and All Eligible Jurisdictions Will Sign Settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler Family, Marking a Major Victory for Utah Consumers appeared first on blog.commerce.utah.gov.| blog.commerce.utah.gov
WASHINGTON, D.C. — June 9, 2025 — The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) today announced that 42 attorneys general from ... Read More| blog.commerce.utah.gov
Consumer protection authority has long been a staple of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) enforcement of the FTC Act, beginning with the 1938 Wheeler-Lea amendments to the agency’s establishing statute. And Congress drew an express connection between the FTC’s competition and consumer protection authorities with the introduction of Section 5(n) of the FTC Act, which ... Some Ups and Downs in the Realm of Consumer Protection The post Some Ups and Downs in the Realm of Consumer Protect...| Truth on the Market
Andy, could you please tell us about your professional background? I am a law professor with an SJD degree from Northwestern University in the United States. My field of study is antitrust law and law & economics. From 2007-2010, I served as commissioner of the Taiwan Fair Trade Commission (TFTC). After that, I resumed my ... The View from Taiwan: A TOTM Q&A with Andy Chen The post The View from Taiwan: A TOTM Q&A with Andy Chen appeared first on Truth on the Market.| Truth on the Market
In this column, KFF President and CEO Drew Altman explores the state of consumer protections in health care and explains why, even with consumer frustration clear, Congress is unlikely to pursue major new health insurance protections but there could be some modest steps.| From Drew Altman Archive | KFF
In this column, KFF President and CEO Drew Altman analyzes the serious access and affordability challenges facing people with mental health problems and suggests the issue could be one of a few candidates for bipartisan action in the next Congress.| From Drew Altman Archive | KFF
On November 22, 2024, the California Privacy Protection Agency (the “CPPA”) opened the formal public comment period for its recently approved formal proposed rulemaking package for annual cybersecurity audits, automated decision-making technology, privacy requirements, insurance companies’ obligations, and other updates to existing regulations (the “Draft Regulations”). The Draft Regulations fulfill the CPPA’s mandate under the [...]| Debevoise Data Blog
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) released an unannounced and immediately effective Cyber Incident Reporting Requirement (the “Original Requirements”) in Mortgagee Letter 2024-10, which imposed onerous requirements for Federal Housing Administration (“FHA”)-approved Mortgagees. These requirements included a 12-hour notification to HUD of even suspected incidents or incidents that violated [...]| Debevoise Data Blog
Earlier this week, the Trump CFPB withdrew the agency’s previously proposed data broker rule, which would have limited how our sensitive and private financial data is collected, used, and sold. With little to no other regulation over data brokers, the withdrawal of this rule will allow companies to collect and sell our private and sensitive financial data to third party strangers without oversight or accountability.| Americans for Financial Reform
Learn practical steps to prevent identity theft and protect your finances. Stay safe by following these essential tips for securing your personal information.| Money Fit
Utah consumers have the right to request companies delete their genetic data The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) and Office of the Utah Attorney General (OAG) are issuing a consumer alert regarding the recent bankruptcy filing by 23andMe, a direct-to-consumer genetic testing company. Utah residents should be aware of their rights and the protections afforded to ... Read More The post Consumer Advisory for Utahns: Protect Your Genetic Data Amid 23andMe...| dcp.utah.gov
Scams and fraud are becoming more sophisticated in our interconnected world. Reporting them protects not just yourself but your community as well. This post will cover the steps to take if you encounter a scam, how to report it to authorities, and local law enforcement’s role in combatting fraud. Recognizing the Signs of a Scam Before we delve into the ... Read More The post Scam Reporting: How to Report Suspicious Activity in Your Community appeared first on dcp.utah.gov.| dcp.utah.gov
In an era where our lives are increasingly integrated with technology, protecting personal information has never been more critical. The rise of identity theft remains a significant threat, making it essential for individuals to take proactive measures to safeguard their sensitive information. Here are some effective strategies to help you protect yourself in 2025. 1. Monitor Your Credit Reports Regularly ... Read More The post Identity Theft Prevention: Steps to Safeguard Your Information in...| dcp.utah.gov
The AI Action Summit in Paris was the place to be last week and we delivered a clear message to global leaders: consumer protection will help the take-up of AI, not harm it, writes BEUC's Agustín Reyna. The post Our takeaway from the AI Action Summit: consumer protection isn’t what is holding Europe back in AI appeared first on Consumer Corner.| Consumer Corner
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This National Consumer Protection Week (and every week), the Utah Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is committed to safeguarding...| dcp.utah.gov
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently introduced Cabinet Resolutions No. 56 and No. 57 of 2024, aimed at regulating telemarketing activities to enhance consumer protection. These regulations significantly impact how businesses, including those in free zones, conduct telephone marketing campaigns. Key Obligations Under the Telemarketing Regulations Prior Approval: Businesses must secure explicit approval from relevant authorities […] The post Telemarketing Regulations in the UAE first app...| LYLaw Dubai
This week, Republicans in Congress introduced a resolution to undo a Consumer Financial Protection (CFPB) rule that prevents medical debt from capsizing people’s credit scores. More than 100 million people have medical debt and it shows up on the credit reports of 15 million people.| Americans for Financial Reform
Elon Musk and DOGE have begun making moves toward dismantling the CFPB. The watchdog agency would be in charge of regulating X, which Musk wants to transform into a payments platform.| www.aol.com
Identity theft is a growing problem, impacting millions every year. If someone uses your name, Social Security number, or other personal information to apply for credit cards, secure loans, or…| Los Angeles County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs
Vermonters have made it clear that the status quo just isn’t working. At VPIRG, we’ve never been real big on preserving the status quo anyway. Our work to protect Vermont’s people, environment, & democracy will continue in 2025. From guarding our online privacy to ensuring the safety of our food and products, we’re seeking progress … 2025 Legislative Priorities Read More »| Vermont Public Interest Research Group
In Part Three of our FAQ series on Washington state’s My Health My Data (MHMD) Act, we answer questions related to the MHMD Act’s enforcement risks –| cyber/data/privacy insights
The Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), a law that grants consumers several important rights regarding their personal data, became effective December 31, 2023. It is important that Utah consumers understand their rights under the new law and how they can exercise them. At the same time, businesses that operate in Utah must also understand their responsibilities under this new law.| dcp.utah.gov
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — Today, Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox and Attorney General Sean D. Reyes announced a lawsuit against TikTok. After extensive investigation, the state alleges the social media giant illegally baits children into addictive and unhealthy use, blatantly misrepresents the app’s safety, and deceptively portrays itself as independent of its China-based parent company ByteDance.| dcp.utah.gov
SALT LAKE CITY— The Utah Division of Consumer Protection, a division within the Utah Department of Commerce, along with the Federal Trade Commission and other law enforcement partners nationwide, which includes attorneys general from all 50 states and the District of Columbia, announced a new crackdown on illegal telemarketing targeting operations responsible for billions of calls to U.S. consumers.| dcp.utah.gov
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) have reached a court-ordered settlement with Response Marketing Group, LLC and its principals, who have agreed to pay $15 million and are banned from selling money-making opportunities. The suit brought by DCP and the FTC alleged that Response Marketing used false promises to sell expensive real estate investment training programs. Additionally, two real estate cel...| dcp.utah.gov
Over 6,500 wildfires burned through Canada in 2023, during the most destructive fire season on record. With 18.5 million hectares scorched, the impact was felt from coast to coast and in the north. In light of increasingly hot, dry summers, experts are urging people across the country to take steps to protect their properties and help stop the spread. | CAA National
The scandal-plagued software company has hired a trio of Capitol Hill insiders to fend off regulatory scrutiny from Congress.| Revolving Door Project
The proliferation of state consumer privacy laws continues into 2024. On March 6, 2024, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu signed SB255, the New Hampshire| cyber/data/privacy insights
In December 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a settlement with Rite Aid for the company’s use of facial recognition technology (FRT) in| cyber/data/privacy insights