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The Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA) will hold a two-day seminar on data protection in the FinTech, insurance and medical services sectors. Hosted by the European Court of Justice in Luxembourg, the event is open…

WELCOME TO TPRC44! ARLINGTON, VA September 30 – October 1, 2016  The 44th Research Conference on Communications, Information, and Internet Policy Overview:  TPRC is an annual conference on information policy that convenes researchers and policymakers…

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is currently considering a set of privacy regulations specific to broadband providers, which could result in a departure from the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) flexible privacy framework. A recent Ninth…

This year’s summit will take place on October 6-7 in Washington, D.C. It will once again bring together the key policy makers and leading IoT industry stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and benefits the IoT…

Though law enforcement often does its best to handle sexual assault cases responsibly and fight for justice for survivors, police departments routinely destroy or lose rape kits before the statute of limitations expires, are unable…

Since the Snowden leaks in 2013, the Obama administration has learned a number of lessons about balancing national security concerns with digital privacy and trade. Digital surveillance can have far-reaching consequences for U.S. technology companies…

Last March, National Privacy Commission was officially formed to implement and enforce Data Privacy Act of 2012, came into effect this September. In connection with this, Mozilla Philippines Community, the non-profit organization behind Firefox, committed…

Come join an international conference on data protection in the EU capped off with a debate between various stakeholders. It promises to be a fantastic event. Participation costs 50€. Students can register at half price (25€),…

Please join LGBT Tech as we welcome FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai back for a rooftop chat about his recently-announced Digital Empowerment Agenda and what that means for LGBTQ and other underserved communities across the country.…

Americans are increasingly familiar with drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). These devices have become one of consumers’ most popular technology purchases; some estimate nearly one million new drones will be purchased in…

The 38th Conference will be held on 17 – 20 October 2016. –  17 – 18 October 2016: Closed session –  19 – 20 October 2016: Public session The program of the 38th Conference is…

From criminal justice to consumer credit to the job market and beyond, opaque computer systems make life altering decisions every day. The White House has recognized that these new systems pose a risk to civil…

For many years since the European Data Protection Directive was implemented across Europe in 1998, data privacy was seen as an issue that mainly concerned what companies did with personal data behind the scenes. However,…

There has been a drastic acceleration in information technology from the development of writing to smart pacemakers. Thousands of years elapsed between the invention of writing on clay tablets and the shift to papyrus. Today, hours elapse…

This year we will be “Celebrating Consumer Champions” at Consumer Action’s Annual Awards Reception, marking our 45th anniversary. This year’s event brings much deserved attention to the efforts of dedicated and committed advocates who, through…

The steady advancement of artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our world with a host of emerging innovations such as self-driving cars, automated financial advisers, and medical robots. Developers are producing data-intensive computer systems designed to…

The steady advancement of artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our world with a host of emerging innovations such as self-driving cars, automated financial advisers, and expert medical systems. Developers are producing data-intensive computer systems designed…

This month, Privacy Lab will have a cyber security theme for National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Specifically, we’ll be looking at how privacy and security go hand in hand, and how they can work better…

The Internet of Things (IoT) presents opportunities for innovation in domains ranging from smart homes to smart cities. Yet, many IoT devices ship with security flaws that put citizens and consumers at risk, which creates…

The proliferation of networked devices is bringing tremendous opportunity to business and consumers alike. Many organizations are struggling with where to start with securing their enterprise — so some don’t, or worse yet, take expensive…

Thought Leaders: The Privacy + Security Forum breaks down the silos of privacy and security by bringing together seasoned thought leaders. Depth + Rigor: Sessions and workshops are rigorous and deliver practical takeaways. Interactive: Forum speakers engage the…

The goal of this program is to provide privacy experts with a deeper understanding of the broader legal environment in Europe. Who can bring an action, which courts are involved, how do the various national…