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In Light of Recent FTC Actions, Review Your Privacy Policy Every day, billions of mobile and Internet-enabled computers, smartphones, watches, drones and even coffee machines are collecting vast amounts of geolocation… Every day, billions of mobile and Internet-enabled computers, smartphones, watches, drones and even coffee machines are collecting vast amounts of geolocation data about their users.
In Light of Recent FTC Actions, Review Your Privacy Policy The United States does not have comprehensive legislation addressing the privacy implications of the collection and use of geolocation data. However, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has used its enforcement authority under Section 5 of the FTC Act to regulate companies engaged in unfair or deceptive practices involving geolocation data.
In Light of Recent FTC Actions, Review Your Privacy Policy Every day billions of mobile and internet-enabled computers collect vast amounts of geolocation data about their users. While this ubiquitous collection of data can have social and economic benefits, it can also pose significant privacy and security concerns. To continue reading, become a free ALM digital reader.
Devika Kornbacher is a partner based in Vinson & Elkins' Houston office. Her practice focuses on obtaining, licensing and enforcing intellectual property rights, with a particular emphasis on technology law in the context of mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and other business transactions. Scott Breedlove is a partner based in the firm's Dallas office. His practice focuses on intellectual property litigation and counseling.
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