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EFF Reveals UK Age Verification Gathers LGBT Users' Sensitive Data
EFF exposes privacy risks in UK Online Safety Act age checks collecting LGBT users’ biometric and ID data, urging safer, compliant alternatives.
Supreme Court: Geofence Warrants Are Constitutional Searches Under Fourth Amendment
The Supreme Court ruled that geofence warrants qualify as searches under the Fourth Amendment, impacting digital privacy and law enforcement practices.
Canada's Bill C-22 Progresses Amid Privacy Concerns Over Encryption
Canada’s Bill C-22 advances with minimal debate, raising privacy and encryption concerns among legal experts and tech companies.
EFF Says IETF Plan Will Limit Automated Access to Web Data
EFF warns IETF's Anonymous Bot Authentication could block automated web tools affecting journalists and legal researchers' data access.
EFF Warns NO FAKES Act Risks Silencing Satire and News Online
EFF analysis warns the NO FAKES Act could threaten free speech, satire, and press freedom by restricting digital likeness use.
Section 702 Expiration Ends NSA, FBI Warrantless Surveillance Powers
Section 702 of FISA expired June 12, ending key warrantless surveillance authorities and raising compliance challenges for legal professionals.
California Assembly Advances Bill Banning Surveillance-Based Pricing
California Assembly passes AB 2564 prohibiting retailers from setting prices based on personal data, impacting compliance for legal professionals.
House Passes Bill Overhauling U.S. Copyright Office Structure
The House passed H.R. 6028 to restructure the U.S. Copyright Office, shifting appointment powers and creating new oversight roles.
Meta Removes Facial Recognition From Smart Glasses App on June 5
Meta disabled facial recognition in its smart glasses app after backlash on June 5, highlighting growing legal scrutiny of biometric tech in wearables.
EFF Shares LGBTQ+ Online Safety Q&A Recap for Legal Advisers
EFF's 2026 LGBTQ+ online safety Q&A recap offers tailored privacy and digital rights advice for legal professionals.
EFF Wins Key Rulings Against Mass Surveillance, Prepares New Lawsuit
EFF wins release of secret surveillance court rulings and files new lawsuit against U.S. mass surveillance of noncitizens, impacting privacy law.
EFF Flags ALPR Use Beyond Policing, Including School Residency Checks
EFF reveals millions of automated license plate reader searches used for school residency verification and background checks, raising privacy concerns nationwide.
EFF Rallies Support for Jailed Saudi Wikipedian Osama Khalid
The EFF launched a formal advocacy campaign for jailed Saudi Wikipedian Osama Khalid, highlighting digital speech risks and legal jeopardy for online contributors in restrictive regimes.
Apple and Android Launch Beta Encrypted RCS Messaging
Apple and Android debut beta end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging, expanding secure mobile communications and strengthening data privacy for legal professionals.
Senate Panel Unanimously Advances GUARD Act on AI, Kids, and Safety
The Senate Judiciary Committee moved forward the GUARD Act, a key bill setting age-verification and disclosure rules for AI chatbots targeting minors.
EFF Urges Stronger Digital Rights Protections in EU Fairness Act
The EFF published recommendations to shape the EU's Digital Fairness Act, urging stronger digital rights protections as new regulations with global impact take form.
California Fast-Tracks Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-16s
California advances A.B. 1709, aiming to ban social media for users under 16 and impose strict age verification—raising data privacy and free speech concerns.
EFF Targets Secrecy in Key Texas Patent Case with Legal Challenge
EFF and NYU law students are contesting sealed court records in a major Eastern District of Texas patent case, spotlighting ongoing transparency concerns in IP litigation.
Lizzie O'Shea Drives Digital Rights Litigation in Australia
Australian lawyer Lizzie O'Shea advances digital rights through advocacy, strategic litigation, and critical policy submissions, impacting privacy and tech law.
Congress Passes 10-Day Extension for Section 702 Surveillance Debate
Congress extends Section 702 surveillance powers for 10 days, delaying its expiration and giving lawmakers time to negotiate key privacy and security reforms.