Updates on IP & Technology in Federal & Nationwide. Each item links to the primary source, and to attorneys in Federal & Nationwide who handle this kind of matter.
A U.S. District Judge ruled that plaintiffs lacked proof of non‑consent in their claims that Google recorded Home Depot calls for AI training, sending some claims to arbitration.
The en banc Sixth Circuit examined whether the FCC can require internet providers to report personal data breaches, a dispute centered on the Congressional Review Act.
The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether a 1988 video privacy law applies to online subscribers whose viewing data is sent to Facebook for targeted ads.
The Court will hear arguments on whether the 1988 Video Privacy Protection Act can cover modern online newsletters and targeted ads, a case that could reshape digital advertising.
Consumers allege Samsung's Smart TVs capture viewing habits via automated content recognition, violating multiple privacy statutes; plaintiffs seek an injunction and damages.
Consumers allege Expedia used exclusionary contracts and pricing algorithms to inflate hotel room prices, filing a class action in Seattle federal court.