Data Protection

AI and Advanced Technologies Must Read

FTC’s OkCupid Action Reframes AI Training Data as a Consumer Protection Issue

The FTC’s settlement with Match Group over OkCupid’s undisclosed transfer of three million user photos to AI startup Clarifai marks the first federal enforcement action framing AI training data collection as a consumer protection violation — with no fine but a 20-year compliance leash.

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Data Privacy and Protection Must Read

Apple Prevails in UK Encryption Battle: Official Withdrawal of Backdoor Demand After U.S. Diplomatic Pressure

Apple’s victory in the UK encryption dispute highlights the growing interplay between technology policy, global diplomacy, and data protection. For cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery professionals, the case reaffirms encryption’s critical role in digital trust and evidentiary integrity while setting a precedent for how industry and governments will negotiate lawful access in the years ahead.

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Data Privacy and Protection

Inside TikTok’s U.S. Data Security Operation: A Rare Look at the Battle Over User Data

With mounting scrutiny over TikTok’s security practices, journalist Lisa Remillard gains exclusive access to the platform’s U.S. Data Security (USDS) operation. Featuring insights from USDS General Manager Andy Bonillo and independent auditor Matt Miller of HaystackID, this report examines TikTok’s efforts to protect American user data, Oracle’s role in oversight, and the ongoing legal battle over its future in the U.S.

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Cyber Discovery and Cybersecurity Must Read

Emerging Cybersecurity Challenges in Healthcare: A Wake-Up Call for Data Protection

The healthcare sector faces an alarming surge in cyberattacks, compromising sensitive patient data and highlighting critical vulnerabilities across all levels of the industry. From high-profile breaches to targeted ransomware attacks, this article explores recent incidents and emphasizes the need for proactive cybersecurity measures to safeguard healthcare information.

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