In an endeavor to scale broadband access in rural and high-cost areas, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a Sixth Report and Order (Order) in its Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) docket on August 4, 2023. Detailed in a story covered by JDSupra, the provision is evidence of a commitment to bridging the digital gap in…
With legal firms turning their sights towards strong marketing initiatives for the next years, it’s imperative to ascertain the ethical implications of their strategies – notably in the context of social media marketing. This includes examining standard marketing practices such as TV commercials, billboards, radio advertising, and internet advertising, with a keen focus on the…
Generative AI, a sophisticated branch of artificial intelligence that’s rapidly making its mark in various industry sectors, is increasingly finding its place in law school curricula. In a bid to keep pace with technological advancements, a number of esteemed law schools are pioneering innovative programs and collaborations aimed at preparing future legal professionals to work…
In the continuously changing landscape of the internet, domain names have become one of the most critical assets for businesses and legal enterprises. With its July/August 2023 edition, Anchovy News provides an in-depth look into the current affairs in the domain name industry, covering topics such as domain recuperation, regional distributions, and dispute resolutions. The…
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is proposing amendments to a specific rule under the Advisers Act, touching those operating within the field of investment advising, according to recent reports. Targeting Rule 203A-2(e), or the “Internet Adviser Exemption,” the proposed changes aim to modernize the provisions. This rule provides an exemption to specific investment…
In response to the ever-changing cyber threat landscape, the Biden Administration has recently initiated a new cybersecurity labeling program, the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark program. Announced with the purpose of improving transparency as well as protection against cyber threats, this initiative focuses on the escalating Internet of Things (IoT) device space. In her report on…
On August 3, 2023, the Ninth Circuit took a non-committal stance on the question of whether a website, using high school yearbook photos to advance its subscriber base, is protected under Section 230 from being the target of a class-action lawsuit. The case alleges that such use of photos constitutes a violation of the publicity…
Automakers are eager to capitalize on consumer data gathered from internet-connected vehicles, but privacy watchdogs are urging for more scrutiny before this potential source of revenue becomes too difficult to regulate. The Enforcement Division of the California Consumer Privacy Protection Agency (CCPPA) announced this week it would review the data privacy practices of connected-vehicle (CV)…
California’s Privacy Protection Agency’s Enforcement Division disclosed on July 31 that it is set to review the privacy practices of connected vehicle manufacturers and the associated technologies. As automobiles increasingly feature settings that offer web-based entertainment, location sharing, smartphone integrations, and built-in cameras, there’s an augmented focus on the scope of data collected on owners…
With the ever-growing influence of the Internet of Things (IoT) devices in American lives, the risks of cyberattacks through these devices have also surged. Many of these attacks exploit vulnerabilities in IoT devices. In an attempt to mitigate such issues, the Biden-Harris administration has posited the creation of the US Cyber Trust Mark. This initiative…