We posted this alert back in March, and now California Attorney General Kamala Harris has released a recommended set of privacy best practices for app developers and advertising networks entitled “Privacy on the Go: Recommendations for the Mobile Ecosystem.” Written after consulting a “broad spectrum of stakeholders,” including app developers, ad networks, privacy professionals and privacy… Continue Reading
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#3 in our 2013 Issues Series: Privacy of Mobile Applications
Posted in Data Compliance & Security, Privacy Litigation, Privacy RegulationAs we continue our “new year, new look” series into important privacy issues for 2013, we boldly predict: Regulatory Scrutiny of Data Collection and Use Practices of Mobile Apps Will Increase in 2013 Mobile apps are becoming a ubiquitous part of the everyday technology experience. But, consumer apprehension over data collection and their personal privacy… Continue Reading
“Fly Delta” May Get Grounded by California Attorney General
Posted in Class Action Litigation, Privacy Litigation, Privacy RegulationWritten by Evan Nadel and Jake Romero Delta Airlines, Inc. may have to pay fines equal to 20 “excess bag” fees for each user that has downloaded its “Fly Delta” mobile application. California Attorney General Kamala Harris has filed a complaint against Delta, alleging that Delta has failed to conspicuously post a privacy policy on… Continue Reading
FTC to Mobile App Developers: Get Privacy Right from the Start
Posted in Data Compliance & Security, Federal Trade Commission, Online Advertising, Privacy RegulationMobile app developers have some unique challenges when it comes to preparation and implementation of privacy policies. But, regulators have made it quite clear that the general privacy laws and regulations apply whether the application is online or mobile. To refresh your memory, see our Mintz Client Alert (here) regarding the California AG’s agreement with… Continue Reading
