Grindr on the hook for €10M over GDPR consent violations
Grindr, a gay, bi, trans and queer hook-up app, is on the hook for a penalty of NOK100,000,000 (aka €10M or ~$12.1M) in Europe. Norway’s data protection agency has announced it’s notified the US-based company of its intention to issue t.....»»
Six N.J. dealerships settle to resolve allegations of consumer protection violations
Six settlements were reached with dealerships in New Jersey to resolve allegations of consumer protection violations in fall 2022. The settlements ranged from $8,000 to $180,000, with the combined settlements totaling over $260,000......»»
Apple accused of ‘systematic violations’ of user privacy in new class action lawsuit
Apple is facing another class action lawsuit over its practice of allegedly collecting and sending analytics data from iPhone users, regardless of whether or not the user gave consent. This lawsuit was filed last week in the Pennsylvania Eastern Dis.....»»
The world’s first fully wireless OLED TV is completely off the hook
Displace TV's CES 2023 debut shows that wire-free TV isn't just possible, it's now ready and waiting to be vacuum-sealed to your wall......»»
After $414M fine, Meta tries to avoid seeking user consent for personalized ads
Privacy activists explain why asking for consent may be Meta's only option. Enlarge (credit: FRANCESCO ZERILLI/ZERILLIMEDIA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY | Science Photo Library) For four years, Meta has been battling European U.....»»
Apple plans to appeal $8.5 million French fine over data privacy
France has issued a roughly $8.5 million fine over personalized advertising in the App Store in iOS 14, saying the company tracked users without their consent.France fines Apple over iOS 14.6The country's data protection agency, Commission nationale.....»»
Tesla fined US$2.2 million in Korea for alleged false advertising
South Korea's antitrust watchdog will levy a fine of KRW2.8 billion (US$2.2 million) on Tesla for alleged violations of the nation's advertisement law, dealing a setback to the US carmaker that's seeking to expand its presence in the Asian country......»»
Is it time for GDPR 2.0?
EU rules preserve some privacy but can be better. Enlarge / Can the GDPR's privacy protections be improved? (credit: Wikimedia) Nick Dedeke is a professor in the Supply Chain and Information Management (SCIM) Group at.....»»
Why a reality star"s conviction sets such a powerful precedent for revenge porn victims everywhere
Reality TV star Stephen Bear has been found guilty of two counts of disclosing private sexual photographs and films with intent to cause distress, and one of voyeurism after profiting from intimate images of his former girlfriend without her consent......»»
Can we ethically justify harming animals for research? There are several schools of thought
Neuralink, the biotechnology company co-founded by Elon Musk, has been accused of animal cruelty and is under federal investigation in the United States for potential animal welfare violations......»»
Epic Games, at war with the App Store, fined $520M by FTC for violating children’s privacy
The US Federal Trade Commission just hit the App Store critics at Epic Games with the “largest penalty ever” for children’s privacy violations and targeting kids with unwanted charges. The makers of Fortnite settled with the FTC for over half.....»»
Fortnite’s Epic Games to pay $520 million over children’s privacy violations
Fortnite developer Epic Games will have to pay $520 million for violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act......»»
Meta faces EU probe over antitrust concerns linked to Facebook Marketplace
The European Union is investigating Facebook-parent Meta for possible antitrust violations stemming from the tight link between its core social media service and its online shopping platform, Facebook Marketplace......»»
Epic Games pays $520M to settle child privacy violations
Epic Games will be paying a record-setting $520 million to settle a pair of FTC allegations concerning child privacy violations and tricking players of "Fortnite" into making purchases.Epic Games' marketing for its App Store lawsuitThe total of $520.....»»
Sam Bankman-Fried arrested in Bahamas, charged with “massive” crypto fraud in US
FTX founder charged with fraud, money laundering, campaign finance violations. Enlarge / Sam Bankman-Fried testifies during a House Financial Services Committee hearing on December 8, 2021. (credit: Getty Images | Tom Williams).....»»
DOJ divided over charging Binance for alleged crypto crimes, report says
Illicit funds processed by Binance in 2022 allegedly amounted to $10 billion. Enlarge (credit: NurPhoto / Contributor | NurPhoto) Suspected of alleged money laundering, tax evasion, and US sanctions violations, Binance h.....»»
Former employees suing Twitter speak out on Elon Musk"s "clumsy and inhumane" layoffs
A group of former Twitter employees who are suing the company spoke out Thursday, alleging that new owner Elon Musk's mass layoffs at the company have triggered multiple labor rights violations......»»
Need for Speed Unbound review: compelling hook elevates stylish racer
Need for Speed Unbound uses its unique style and strong narrative hook to overcome some repetitive gameplay......»»
Meta needs explicit user consent to run personalized ads, EU watchdog rules
Meta may have to rethink its ad model (again) in the next month. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Meta has already been coping with a slump in ad revenue this year, and now a decision from Europe.....»»
U.S. senator, Connecticut lawmakers call for changes to Ford EV certification program
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said he planned to ask the Federal Trade Commission, as well as state authorities, to investigate Ford's EV certification program over potential violations of franchise laws in what he labeled an "egregious treatment.....»»
Teenage boys uncertain about navigating consent and sexual culture, new study finds
While typical consent education in secondary schools may rationalize or provide a "road map" for consent, teenage boys feel uncertain and anxious about navigating the perceived realities of youth sexual culture, according to new research from the Uni.....»»