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In this Authority Magazine feature, Melissa Maalouf breaks down today’s privacy landscape and shares five practical tips to help companies strengthen their data privacy practices. www.zwillgen.com/publication/...
Melissa Maalouf on 5 Things You Need To Know To Optimize Your Company’s Approach to Data Privacy
Melissa Maalouf explores the current privacy landscape and provides practical tips for companies to optimize their approach to data privacy.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:22 PM
In this Authority Magazine feature, Melissa Maalouf breaks down today’s privacy landscape and shares five practical tips to help companies strengthen their data privacy practices. www.zwillgen.com/publication/...
In a recent article for Total Retail, we explain what online marketplaces need to know about the INFORM Act, which is receiving increased attention after going into effect more than two years ago. #ConsumerProtection
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The INFORM Consumers Act: A Must-Know for Online Marketplaces
In a recent article for Total Retail, ZG Attorneys explain what online marketplaces need to know about the INFORM Act.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:19 PM
In a recent article for Total Retail, we explain what online marketplaces need to know about the INFORM Act, which is receiving increased attention after going into effect more than two years ago. #ConsumerProtection
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NEW: Google is taking legal action against Chinese cybercriminals responsible for sending out millions of scam text messages—including those parcel delivery scams.
Google hopes the lawsuit will help to disrupt the scammers' sprawling infrastructure
Google hopes the lawsuit will help to disrupt the scammers' sprawling infrastructure
This Is the Platform Google Claims Is Behind a 'Staggering’ Scam Text Operation
Google is suing 25 people it alleges are behind a “relentless” scam text operation that uses a phishing-as-a-service platform called Lighthouse.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:36 AM
NEW: Google is taking legal action against Chinese cybercriminals responsible for sending out millions of scam text messages—including those parcel delivery scams.
Google hopes the lawsuit will help to disrupt the scammers' sprawling infrastructure
Google hopes the lawsuit will help to disrupt the scammers' sprawling infrastructure
In the latest episode of The Privacy Advisor Podcast, IAPP’s Alex LaCasse talks with Brenda Leong and Andrew Burt about practical strategies for AI governance and maintaining customer trust. www.zwillgen.com/publication/...
The Privacy Advisor Podcast: AI Governance with Brenda Leong and Andrew Burt
IAPP staff writer Alex LaCasse catches up with Brenda Leong and Andrew Burt to learn more about their work in AI governance.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:36 PM
In the latest episode of The Privacy Advisor Podcast, IAPP’s Alex LaCasse talks with Brenda Leong and Andrew Burt about practical strategies for AI governance and maintaining customer trust. www.zwillgen.com/publication/...
A federal judge in Colorado has blocked a new state law requiring social media warning labels for kids, ruling that the mandate likely violates the First Amendment. www.denverpost.com/2025/11/06/c...
Federal judge blocks new Colorado law requiring social media warning labels for kids
A federal judge in Denver has blocked a new state law that’s intended to warn young users about the dangers of too much time on social media.
www.denverpost.com
November 7, 2025 at 3:12 PM
A federal judge in Colorado has blocked a new state law requiring social media warning labels for kids, ruling that the mandate likely violates the First Amendment. www.denverpost.com/2025/11/06/c...
We’re honored to be recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms for our practical, client-focused approach to navigating complex privacy and data security challenges. www.zwillgen.com/firm-news/zw...
ZwillGen Named Among 2026 “Best Law Firms” for Privacy and Data Security
ZwillGen has once again been recognized among the nation’s leading law firms in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We’re honored to be recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms for our practical, client-focused approach to navigating complex privacy and data security challenges. www.zwillgen.com/firm-news/zw...
In this The Deep View article, Brenda Leong explains the risks of forming emotional connections with AI and the need for greater controls. www.zwillgen.com/publication/...
AI Firms Grapple with Emotional Chatbots
Brenda Leong discusses why recent regulations limiting underage users' access to open-ended chat with AI are more important than ever.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
In this The Deep View article, Brenda Leong explains the risks of forming emotional connections with AI and the need for greater controls. www.zwillgen.com/publication/...
We review the EU’s AI Act Compliance Checker and other official resources in our new blog:
#ArtificialIntelligence #EUAIAct #AICompliance #LegalTech
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#ArtificialIntelligence #EUAIAct #AICompliance #LegalTech
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The EU’s AI Act Compliance Checker & Explorer — What’s Useful Today (And What’s Still to Come)
We tested the EU’s AI Act Compliance Checker and other official resources and provide our review of the tools in our new blog.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:25 PM
We review the EU’s AI Act Compliance Checker and other official resources in our new blog:
#ArtificialIntelligence #EUAIAct #AICompliance #LegalTech
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#ArtificialIntelligence #EUAIAct #AICompliance #LegalTech
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California’s new SB 243 sets first-of-its-kind rules for “companion chatbots”, adding child-safety duties that could impact most LLMs. Our latest blog covers what it means for AI operators:
#AI #Chatbots #LegalNews
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#AI #Chatbots #LegalNews
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California Takes the Lead on AI ‘Companion Chatbot’ Regulation
California’s SB 243 sets new rules for AI “companion chatbots,” adding child-safety duties and likely impacting most general-purpose LLMs.
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November 3, 2025 at 9:06 PM
California’s new SB 243 sets first-of-its-kind rules for “companion chatbots”, adding child-safety duties that could impact most LLMs. Our latest blog covers what it means for AI operators:
#AI #Chatbots #LegalNews
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#AI #Chatbots #LegalNews
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A contentious kids safety bill might be getting gutted — and nobody’s happy
A contentious kids safety bill might be getting gutted — and nobody’s happy
It’s expected to be introduced with a package of kids online safety bills.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:10 PM
A contentious kids safety bill might be getting gutted — and nobody’s happy
Sling TV will pay $530K to settle California claims it violated the CCPA by making it difficult for consumers to opt out of the sale of their personal information and failing to provide sufficient privacy protections for children. www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
Sling TV First to Settle California Data Privacy Lawsuit Amid Sweep of Streaming Services
The lawsuit accused Sling TV of misdirecting consumers looking to stop the sale of their personal information
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October 31, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Sling TV will pay $530K to settle California claims it violated the CCPA by making it difficult for consumers to opt out of the sale of their personal information and failing to provide sufficient privacy protections for children. www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/bus...
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FCC will vote to scrap telecom cybersecurity requirements: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/fcc-cyb... (by @ericjgeller.com)
FCC will vote to scrap telecom cybersecurity requirements
The commission’s Republican chair, who voted against the rules in January, calls them ineffective and illegal.
www.cybersecuritydive.com
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
FCC will vote to scrap telecom cybersecurity requirements: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/fcc-cyb... (by @ericjgeller.com)
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Two federal judges last week admitted to releasing rulings that contained errors generated by artificial intelligence, underscoring a lack of uniform, permanent AI guidelines for U.S. courts as the technology spreads through the legal profession reut.rs/3WvrEYr
October 29, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Two federal judges last week admitted to releasing rulings that contained errors generated by artificial intelligence, underscoring a lack of uniform, permanent AI guidelines for U.S. courts as the technology spreads through the legal profession reut.rs/3WvrEYr
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Senators propose banning teens from using AI chatbots
Senators propose banning teens from using AI chatbots
Another bill promises to regulate AI.
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October 28, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Senators propose banning teens from using AI chatbots
Northern District of California has dismissed all California claims against Apple, Google, and Meta in the App Store Simulated Casino Litigation. View the details of the ruling in our new blog: #GamingLaw #Litigation #CaliforniaLaw
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California Says No Dice: Judge Dismisses State Claims in Social Casino MDL
The order significantly weakens the position of plaintiffs advancing gambling-based theories in California.
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October 23, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Northern District of California has dismissed all California claims against Apple, Google, and Meta in the App Store Simulated Casino Litigation. View the details of the ruling in our new blog: #GamingLaw #Litigation #CaliforniaLaw
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We’re thrilled to congratulate Sheri Pan on being named to The Daily Journal’s 2025 Top 40 Under 40 for her impact in shaping the future of privacy litigation. www.zwillgen.com/firm-news/sh...
Sheri Pan Named to The Daily Journal’s 2025 Top 40 Under 40
Sheri Pan, Legal Director in ZwillGen's San Francisco office, has been named to The Daily Journal’s 2025 Top 40 Under 40.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:43 PM
We’re thrilled to congratulate Sheri Pan on being named to The Daily Journal’s 2025 Top 40 Under 40 for her impact in shaping the future of privacy litigation. www.zwillgen.com/firm-news/sh...
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The Federal Trade Commission removed several blog posts in recent months about open source and potential risks to consumers from the rapid spread of commercial AI tools.
The FTC Is Disappearing Blog Posts About AI Published During Lina Khan’s Tenure
The Federal Trade Commission removed several blog posts in recent months about open source and potential risks to consumers from the rapid spread of commercial AI tools.
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October 20, 2025 at 12:09 PM
The Federal Trade Commission removed several blog posts in recent months about open source and potential risks to consumers from the rapid spread of commercial AI tools.
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Jen Easterly explains how artificial intelligence can shore up the United States’ digital defenses—and help “unleash the full potential of the cybersecurity sector.”
The End of Cybersecurity
America’s digital defenses are failing—but AI can save them.
www.foreignaffairs.com
October 16, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Jen Easterly explains how artificial intelligence can shore up the United States’ digital defenses—and help “unleash the full potential of the cybersecurity sector.”
Florida sues Roku for allegedly collecting and selling children’s sensitive data, including precise geolocation data, without parental consent. therecord.media/florida-roku...
Florida sues Roku for illegally selling children’s data, including precise geolocation
The Florida attorney general's office sued the smart television company Roku for collecting and selling children’s sensitive data, including information showing precise geolocation, without notice and...
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October 14, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Florida sues Roku for allegedly collecting and selling children’s sensitive data, including precise geolocation data, without parental consent. therecord.media/florida-roku...
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California cracks down on ‘predatory’ early cancellation fees
California cracks down on ‘predatory’ early cancellation fees
Adobe was named and shamed.
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October 14, 2025 at 4:40 PM
California cracks down on ‘predatory’ early cancellation fees
California’s AB 831 targets dual-currency “sweepstakes casinos” and extends liability to supporting vendors. Our latest blog covers how this law fits into the broader shift in social gaming compliance: #GamingLaw #Compliance #California #Sweepstakes
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Sweep the Leg: California’s AB 831 Bans “Sweepstakes Casinos” and Expands Liability to Vendors
California’s AB 831 adds criminal and civil tools to target dual-currency “sweepstakes casinos,” and broadens its vendor liability provisions
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October 14, 2025 at 5:38 PM
California’s AB 831 targets dual-currency “sweepstakes casinos” and extends liability to supporting vendors. Our latest blog covers how this law fits into the broader shift in social gaming compliance: #GamingLaw #Compliance #California #Sweepstakes
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California enacts its own internet age-gating law
California enacts its own internet age-gating law
This one has Google on board.
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October 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
California enacts its own internet age-gating law
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SB 243 is designed to protect children and vulnerable users from harms associated with use of AI companion chatbots.
California becomes first state to regulate AI companion chatbots | TechCrunch
SB 243 is designed to protect children and vulnerable users from harms associated with use of AI companion chatbots.
techcrunch.com
October 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
SB 243 is designed to protect children and vulnerable users from harms associated with use of AI companion chatbots.
State AGs are enlisting private law firms to bring data protection cases against tech companies in a new approach to privacy enforcement. news.bloomberglaw.com/privacy-and-...
States Turn to Outside Firms to Generate Big Privacy Settlements
Attorneys general from Texas, Nebraska and other states are tapping outside law firms to bring data protection cases against the biggest tech companies—snagging a cut of multimillion-to-billion dollar...
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October 10, 2025 at 3:21 PM
State AGs are enlisting private law firms to bring data protection cases against tech companies in a new approach to privacy enforcement. news.bloomberglaw.com/privacy-and-...
California Governor Newsom signs data privacy bills into law www.gov.ca.gov/2025/10/08/g...
Governor Newsom signs data privacy bills to protect tech users | Governor of California
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October 9, 2025 at 1:41 PM
California Governor Newsom signs data privacy bills into law www.gov.ca.gov/2025/10/08/g...