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Tech Policy Press: October 2023 U.S. Tech Policy Roundup
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Health Privacy
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ReadWrite: Colorado Supreme Court affirms use of Google keyword search warrants
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Consumer Privacy
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The Register: EPIC urges watchdog to probe Grindr’s data privacy – or alleged lack thereof
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Strengthening Privacy and Data Protection Policy in the National Cybersecurity Strategy
EPIC is launching a new project on Strengthening Privacy and Cybersecurity Standards, with the support of craig newmark philanthropies’ Cyber Civil Defense Initiative, to advance important elements of the National Cybersecurity Strategy.
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PRESS RELEASE: EPIC Urges FTC to Investigate Grindr’s Personal Data Practices
In a complaint filed Wednesday, the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) called on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate the popular LGBTQ+ dating app Grindr for its potentially unlawful retention and disclosure of users’ sensitive personal data.
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EPIC Encourages Senate HELP Committee to Protect Health Data and Patient Privacy
EPIC submitted comments to the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) in response to its Request for Information related to patient privacy and health data privacy. EPIC provided resources and recommendations about the privacy and data security risks unique to health information, as well as the importance of centering data minimization principles in the collection and sharing of health data, including types of location data, biometric data, and genetic information.
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The Record: The strongest data privacy bill passed this year focused on health. It’s already a model for other states
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EPIC Commends FTC Rulemaking to Expand Health Breach Notification Rule, Urges Expansion
In comments to the Federal Trade Commission, EPIC applauded the proposed modifications to the Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR).
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EPIC Comments to the FTC on Proposed Rulemaking to Amend the Health Breach Notification Rule
The Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) submits these comments in support of the proposed changes and to share additional recommendations and expertise with the Commission.
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EPIC Commends FTC’s Vitagene Genetic and Health Data Settlement
In comments to the Federal Trade Commission, EPIC commended the FTC for taking enforcement action against direct-to-consumer genetic testing company Vitagene for unfair and deceptive trade practices involving genetic and health information.
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