Recognizing the face-value of facial recognition technology
As technological advances push facial recognition technology into everyday life, the law strains to protect consumer privacy interests.
Technology, Privacy & AI
Congress grills social media platforms on Russian-sponsored ads
Representatives from Facebook, Twitter, and Google testified before the House Intelligence Committee after it was confirmed that certain political advertisements were purchased by Russian agents.
When streaming equals stealing: Spotify is sued again.
Music streaming service Spotify is back in the spotlight after more allegations of copyright infringement regarding the illegal use of thousands of unlicensed musical compositions.
Telemarketers gone wild: FTC violations and indecent behavior
After relentlessly calling people on the “Do Not Call List,” Dish Network is being forced to pay $280 million to the U.S. Government and several states, including North Carolina, for its telemarketing tactics.
The constitutional cost of keeping up with cyber criminals
The “warrant rule” of the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure was recently changed to make it easier to investigate online criminal activity, but some believe the change comes at the price of constitutional rights.
Pop-ups from hell: the compromise of client confidentiality in the age of cyber attacks
As an intense malware virus has continued to wreak havoc on computer systems internationally, concerns have been raised as to the protection of client files within various organizations.
Copyright law: laches limitations
As the number of patent suits increases, SCOTUS is now questioning whether there is an actual statute of limitations on this concept.
Lex Luna – The Law of the Moon
The rising interest in private space travel creates a variety of legal issues.
Smart contracts and their potential applications in the legal profession
Smart contracts not only support crypto currencies like Bitcoin, but also offer features that make the software appealing for improving the current state of contract law.
Mr. Roboto has rights, too? The rise of learning A.I.s and robots leads to considerations of robotic legal status and liability
With the use of Artificial Intelligence on the rise, legislators must chart new waters to deal with liability.
Sauron’s Newest Deception
The recent push against undisclosed sponsored content may bring the sting of civil penalties.
Creative inspiration or copyright infringement: The “Blurred Lines”
Where is the line between inspiration and infringement, and how easy is it to cross that line? The recent lawsuit against Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams provides some clues.
Consolidating the titans
A proposed mega-merger between Time Warner and AT&T could run afoul of U.S. antitrust laws.
WhatsApp’s legal challenges illustrate the stark difference in U.S. and EU internet privacy laws
What’s up with WhatsApp’s privacy Policies?
Volkswagen to pay out a hefty settlement
After a scandal revolving emission cheating, Volkswagen will pay $15 billion settlement.