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California Mayor Sues Flock Safety Over Wrongful Termination

California Mayor Sues Flock Safety Over Wrongful Termination

Ulises Cabrera, the mayor of Moreno Valley, California, has filed a lawsuit against Flock Safety, claiming wrongful termination after being hired to promote the company’s surveillance technology. Cabrera alleges he was pressured to misuse his position to benefit Flock and faced retaliation for raising ethical concerns. Flock denies the allegations, stating its actions comply with California’s conflict-of-interest regulations. The controversy highlights the potential conflicts between private companies and elected officials. Flock, valued at $3.5 billion, is grappling with increasing scrutiny over its surveillance practices.

Created at: January 8, 2025 9:00pm

EU Court Fines European Commission €400 for Data Privacy Breach

EU Court Fines European Commission €400 for Data Privacy Breach

The EU General Court has ordered the European Commission to pay €400 to a German citizen for violating data protection laws. The court found that the Commission improperly transferred the citizen's personal data to U.S. companies, including Amazon and Meta, without adequate safeguards. This incident arose when the citizen registered for a conference using Facebook's sign-in option. The ruling marks a significant enforcement of GDPR regulations, which impose strict penalties for data breaches. This fine is a first for the European Commission under these stringent laws.

Created at: January 8, 2025 2:00pm

Washington Sues T-Mobile Over 2021 Data Breach Affecting 79 Million Customers

Washington Sues T-Mobile Over 2021 Data Breach Affecting 79 Million Customers

The state of Washington has filed a lawsuit against T-Mobile, alleging that the company neglected to secure the personal data of over 79 million customers prior to a significant data breach in August 2021. Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson claims that T-Mobile was aware of cybersecurity vulnerabilities for years but failed to take adequate measures to address them. The suit seeks financial damages and demands improvements in T-Mobile's cybersecurity protocols. The breach resulted in the exposure of sensitive customer information, including Social Security numbers and driver’s license details, with some data appearing on cybercriminal forums.

Created at: January 6, 2025 9:30pm

FTC Fines AI Startup accessiBe $1M for Misleading Advertising

FTC Fines AI Startup accessiBe $1M for Misleading Advertising

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has imposed a $1 million fine on accessiBe, an AI startup, for false advertising regarding its website accessibility tools. The FTC found that accessiBe misled consumers and failed to disclose paid endorsements in its marketing. The company is also prohibited from overstating its product capabilities and must clarify connections to reviewers. AccessiBe's AI solution has faced criticism for not adequately making websites compliant with accessibility standards. The FTC's unanimous order will be open for public comment before finalization.

Created at: January 3, 2025 7:00pm

California's Ban on Addictive Feeds for Minors Takes Effect

California's Ban on Addictive Feeds for Minors Takes Effect

A federal judge has allowed California's SB 976 law, which bans companies from providing addictive feeds to minors, to go into effect. This law, effective immediately, requires explicit parental consent for serving such content to users identified as minors. Addictive feeds are defined as algorithms that curate content based on user behavior rather than explicit preferences. From January 2027, companies will need to implement age assurance techniques to verify user age. This ruling follows a lawsuit by NetChoice, which argued the law infringed on First Amendment rights, but the judge denied their motion against the law.

Created at: January 1, 2025 12:30am

Crypto Groups Challenge IRS Broker Reporting Rule in Court

Crypto Groups Challenge IRS Broker Reporting Rule in Court

Three prominent crypto industry groups, including the DeFi Education Fund and the Blockchain Association, have filed a lawsuit against the IRS to contest new regulations mandating decentralized finance entities to report customer information. The IRS argues that these rules aim to close the information gap in digital asset transactions. However, the lawsuit claims that such regulations unfairly burden DeFi platforms, which do not function as traditional brokers. The Blockchain Association's legal head emphasized that these rules infringe on individual privacy rights and could drive the technology offshore.

Created at: December 29, 2024 9:00pm

Do Kwon Extradited to U.S. to Face Fraud Charges

Do Kwon Extradited to U.S. to Face Fraud Charges

Do Kwon, co-founder of the defunct cryptocurrency firm Terraform Labs, is set to be extradited from Montenegro to the United States to face federal fraud charges. This follows his arrest in March 2023 while attempting to travel to Dubai. Kwon is also facing charges in South Korea after the collapse of Terraform's cryptocurrencies, which led to over $40 billion in losses for investors. Following a civil trial, Terraform agreed to pay $4.5 billion to settle SEC allegations, with Kwon found personally liable for fraud.

Created at: December 27, 2024 8:00pm

Lyft Files Lawsuit Against San Francisco Over $100M Tax Dispute

Lyft Files Lawsuit Against San Francisco Over $100M Tax Dispute

Lyft has initiated legal action against San Francisco, alleging the city wrongfully imposed over $100 million in taxes on the ride-hailing service. The lawsuit claims that for five years, San Francisco misclassified revenue earned by Lyft drivers as company income. Lyft contends that its drivers should be viewed as customers, with revenue stemming from fees drivers pay to the platform, rather than fares paid by riders. This lawsuit continues the ongoing conversation regarding the classification of gig economy workers, following a California Supreme Court ruling that favored Proposition 22, allowing companies to treat drivers as independent contractors.

Created at: December 27, 2024 7:00pm

Crypto Critic Offered Bribe to Remove Fraud Article

Crypto Critic Offered Bribe to Remove Fraud Article

Molly White, a prominent critic of the crypto industry, reported receiving bribes to remove a blog post detailing the arrest of FutureNet founder Roman Ziemian. The post highlighted allegations of a $21 million fraud scheme. An unidentified individual claimed to run a reputation management company and initially offered $200, then $500, for the post's removal. White declined, citing no errors in her reporting. Subsequently, a purported lawyer, Michael Woods, attempted to intimidate her with a DMCA claim, offering $100 for the same removal. White reaffirmed her commitment to factual reporting despite the pressures.

Created at: October 25, 2024 6:00pm

FTC's 'Click to Cancel' Rule Hits Legal Snags as Industry Groups Sue

FTC's 'Click to Cancel' Rule Hits Legal Snags as Industry Groups Sue

The FTC's upcoming 'Click to Cancel' rule is facing legal challenges from three industry groups, including telcos and internet advertisers, who filed a lawsuit in the US Fifth Circuit Appeals Court. These groups claim the regulation is arbitrary and infringes on consumer contracts. The rule aims to simplify subscription cancellations for consumers, addressing deceptive practices prevalent in the industry. If implemented, it would empower users to unsubscribe with a single click, potentially transforming the subscription landscape. The FTC has pledged to impose penalties on companies that engage in hard-to-cancel practices.

Created at: October 24, 2024 3:01pm

LinkedIn Faces €310 Million Fine in EU Over Privacy Violations

LinkedIn Faces €310 Million Fine in EU Over Privacy Violations

LinkedIn has been fined €310 million (approximately $356 million) by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission for serious privacy breaches concerning its tracking ads operations. The ruling highlights LinkedIn's failure to provide a valid legal basis for processing user data and inadequate transparency regarding its data usage. This penalty ranks among the largest GDPR fines for tech companies. The investigation began in 2018 after a complaint from La Quadrature Du Net, and LinkedIn now has three months to comply with GDPR requirements. LinkedIn maintains it was compliant and is working to align its practices with the DPC's decision.

Created at: October 24, 2024 10:30am

SpaceX Sues California Agency Over Launch Proposal Rejection

SpaceX Sues California Agency Over Launch Proposal Rejection

SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission after it rejected the company's proposal to increase launches from the state's coastline to 50 annually. The commission's decision, made on October 10, came despite support from the U.S. Air Force, citing national security concerns. SpaceX alleges political discrimination against CEO Elon Musk influenced the decision. The lawsuit raises significant questions about legal authority over launch activities performed by commercial entities for the Department of Defense. The outcome could impact future space operations and regulations.

Created at: October 21, 2024 10:30pm

News Corp Files Lawsuit Against Perplexity Over Copyright Violations

News Corp Files Lawsuit Against Perplexity Over Copyright Violations

News Corp's Dow Jones and NY Post have initiated legal action against AI startup Perplexity, alleging widespread copyright infringement. The lawsuit claims that Perplexity's AI engine replicates and misrepresents original news content, effectively substituting itself for traditional news sources. This practice, referred to as a 'content kleptocracy,' is argued to deprive publishers of critical revenue. Perplexity asserts its data collection is merely for indexing, not for AI training. The lawsuit seeks $150,000 per infringement, raising concerns over the future of copyright in the evolving AI landscape.

Created at: October 21, 2024 6:30pm

Automattic's Trademark Enforcement Strategy Revealed Amid WP Engine Dispute

Automattic's Trademark Enforcement Strategy Revealed Amid WP Engine Dispute

Automattic, the parent company of WordPress, has initiated a stringent trademark enforcement strategy against WP Engine, amid ongoing legal disputes over the use of the WordPress trademark. An internal blog post outlines plans for direct negotiations and legal actions, citing the need for a multi-pronged approach. Automattic aims to protect its branding through additional trademark registrations and licensing programs. The WordPress Foundation's trademark applications for 'Managed WordPress' and 'Hosted WordPress' are currently pending. Mullenweg emphasizes the necessity of enforcing trademark rights to safeguard the ecosystem.

Created at: October 15, 2024 5:00pm

EU Intensifies Scrutiny on Temu Over Illegal Product Risks

EU Intensifies Scrutiny on Temu Over Illegal Product Risks

The European Union has heightened its investigation into the Chinese ecommerce platform Temu, seeking further details regarding its compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). This comes after consumer protection groups filed complaints highlighting concerns about the sale of illegal goods. The EU demands specifics on risk mitigation measures, trader identification processes, and consumer protection strategies. Temu must respond by October 21, or it risks facing formal investigation for non-compliance. The scrutiny reflects growing pressure for greater accountability in online marketplaces, especially regarding user safety and transparency.

Created at: October 11, 2024 4:00pm

Fourteen AGs Take Legal Action Against TikTok Over Mental Health Concerns

Fourteen AGs Take Legal Action Against TikTok Over Mental Health Concerns

Fourteen U.S. attorneys general have filed a lawsuit against TikTok, arguing that the platform harms the mental health of minors and unlawfully collects data from users without consent. The lawsuit adds to TikTok's legal troubles, including a recent case from the FTC and Justice Department for violating the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. The company, owned by China's ByteDance, faces a potential ban in the U.S. unless it sells by January 19, 2025. This legal scrutiny highlights growing concerns about social media's impact on youth.

Created at: October 8, 2024 7:00pm

X Corp Fined $418,000 for Failing to Disclose Child Abuse Material

X Corp Fined $418,000 for Failing to Disclose Child Abuse Material

X Corp, formerly known as Twitter, has been ordered by an Australian court to pay a $418,000 fine for not complying with a notice regarding child sexual abuse material. The eSafety Commissioner required information to enforce online safety regulations, but X Corp failed to respond, claiming the notice was invalid due to its rebranding. However, the court dismissed this argument, emphasizing that a name change does not exempt a company from regulatory obligations. This ruling highlights ongoing legal challenges X Corp faces with Australian authorities regarding online safety practices.

Created at: October 8, 2024 8:28am