: Après l’adoption de la législation sur les services numériques (ou « Digital Services Act »), visant à encadrer les plateformes et réseaux sociaux pour lutter contre les propos haineux et la désinformation, après l’adoption de la législation sur les marchés numériques (ou … Lire la suite › The post Adoption du Data Act : une nouvelle étape vers la construction d’une souveraineté numérique européenne appeared first on ALTA-JURIS International .
: The Morrill Land Grant Act of 1862 (Morrill Act) was the first federal legislation to fund public higher education in the United States, funding fifty-two land-grant universities (LGUs) that still exist today. While the purpose of the Act was to “democratiz[e] . . . education” focusing on the study of agriculture and mechanical arts,
: Le 9 septembre 2026, la Commission européenne a présenté une proposition de règlement relatif aux marchés publics et aux concessions, dénommée « Public Procurement Act ». Ce texte n’est pas encore applicable : il doit être examiné et adopté selon la procédure législative ordinaire par le Parlement européen et le Conseil. Son objectif est néanmoins… Lire la suite The post Vers un « Public Procurement Act » européen : une refonte profonde du droit de la commande publique appeared first on Code : Commande Publique
: Le 22 septembre dernier, Corinne Thiérache, notre associée spécialisée en IP/IT et Privacy, est intervenue dans le cadre du groupe de travail du GESTE sur le thème : « Comprendre les nouvelles obligations du RIA et les appliquer aux usages des médias » Cette intervention a été l’occasion de décrypter les obligations de transparence qui […] The post Retour sur le GT AI Act & Médias du GESTE appeared first on Alerion Avocats Paris
: In my previous column on the Alberta Regulated Professions Neutrality Act , [1] I focused on subtle details of the Act and the important implications of those details for how the Act worked and what it did. [2] In this column, I focus instead on the major flaw of the Act, which flaw is glaringly obvious but seems to have received relatively little attention and prompted relatively little pushback outside the legislative assembly. [3] Nothing in this column is revolutionary or imaginative or even particularly original. But it is worth emphasizing nonetheless. While the Act has implications for many regulated . . . [more] The post Again, Why? the Big Picture of the Alberta Regulated Professions Neutrality Act appeared first on Slaw
: Appendix: Draft Legislation A BILL To amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide for congressional approval and statutory authorization of... The post The Case for a New Congressional Review Act: Draft Legislation appeared first on Harvard Law Review
: These Regulations amend the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland Housing and Property Chamber (Procedure) Regulations 2017 (S.S.I. 2017/328) (“the principal Regulations”) to reflect the conferral of new functions on the First-tier Tribunal by sections 16 and 17 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 (asp 13) (“the 2025 Act”). Section 14 of the 2025 Act gives local authorities and the Scottish Ministers powers to seek information from a landlord relating to the tenancy of a house included in the landlord’s entry in the landlord register. These Regulations make provision for an application to be made to the First-tier Tribunal by a local authority or the Scottish Ministers where an information holder fails to provide information without reasonable excuse, or provides information that the information holder must have known to be false in a material
: Introduction On August 23, 1842, Congress quietly and quickly conferred a broad grant of rulemaking authority on the Supreme Court. The Act of Aug.... The post Making the Rules of the Rules of the Game: The Use, Misuse, and Disuse of the Rulemaking Grant in the Act of 1842 appeared first on Harvard Law Review
: This Order is the first commencement order made by the Welsh Ministers under the Senedd Cymru (Member Accountability and Elections) Act 2026 (“the Act”). Y Gorchymyn hwn yw’r gorchymyn cychwyn cyntaf sydd wedi ei wneud gan Weinidogion Cymru o dan Ddeddf Senedd Cymru (Atebolrwydd Aelodau ac Etholiadau) 2026 (“y
: Les pays de l'UE devraient se concentrer sur l'adoption de l'EU Kids Act, estime la Commission The post Interdictions nationales des réseaux sociaux : La Commission reporte ses décisions appeared first on Rapporteur FR
: First INFORM Consumers Act enforcement case filed against online marketplace Temu kkrown September 5, 2025 | 10:00AM First INFORM Consumers Act enforcement case filed against online marketplace Temu Online marketplaces and third party sellers looking for a refresher on the INFORM Consumers Act should look no further than the recent settlement with Whaleco, Inc., which operates the online marketplace Temu. The complaint alleges the company failed to provide online shoppers with required information and tools. This is the first case brought to enforce the INFORM Act. The INFORM Act, which went into effect in 2023, seeks to make online transactions more transparent. Among other things, the law requires online marketplaces to collect, verify, and disclose certain information about high-volume third party sellers. ( Informing Businesses about the INFORM Consumers Act has more on how the law defines terms, what’s required of online marketplaces, and the substantial penalties the FTC and state law enforcers may se[...]
: After New York State Rifle & Pistol Ass’n v. Bruen, § 922(g) challenges proliferate. Enacted as the “centerpiece” of the Gun Control Act of 1968,... The post United States v. Duarte appeared first on Harvard Law Review
: Notre Associée Corinne THIERACHE, au sein du département Propriété intellectuelle, Droit des technologies et du numérique & Protection des données personnelles, décrypte, aux côtés de Aya Lyazidi, Etudiante du Master 2 Droit du Numérique de Panthéon-Assas sous la direction du professeur @Jérôme Passa, dans une chronique publiée par Alliancy les enjeux liés à l’articulation entre […] The post AI Act et Digital Omnibus : les entreprises doivent-elles revoir leur stratégie de conformité avant l'échéance du 2 août 2026 ? appeared first on Alerion Avocats Paris
: Photovoltaic shading systems are used to cover outdoor car parks to comply with the obligations arising from the « Climate Act” of 22 August 2021 and the « Aper Act » of 10 March 2023. The plethora of laws and regulations governing these obligations makes practical implementation perilous. In the wake of new regulations ‘green’ aimed at reducing...… Continuer la lecture The post Photovoltaic shading systems and car parks: regulations in the spotlight appeared first on La Revue
: Neutral Citation Number: [2026] EWCOP 29 (T3) Case No: 14028041 In the Court of Protection in the matter of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in the matter of the Mental Health Act 1983 23 July 2026 Before: Mr Justice Peel Between: Patricia (by her Accredited Legal Representative) -v- Cygnet Healthcare Ltd Patricia’s father Patricia’s mother Patricia’s aunt The post Re Patricia (MHA 1983 and s28 MCA 2005) appeared first on Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
: Ben Quarmby – Avocat au barreau de New-York, Associé – MoloLamken LLP Confrontée à la tension entre le Lanham Act — la loi gouvernant l’enregistrement fédéral des marques — et le First Amendment — la section de la Constitution fédérale protégeant la liberté d’expression—la cour d’appel du Federal Circuit tranche en faveur de la liberté
: La loi SREN – pour Sécuriser et Réguler l’Espace Numérique – vient préciser la manière dont les collectivités territoriales peuvent gérer, protéger et valoriser leurs données. Dans cet article, 3 enjeux sont à retenir :– Un cadre sécurisé pour le partage et la valorisation des données territoriales, en cohérence avec le Data Governance Act (DGA) […] The post Quel est l’impact de la loi SREN pour les données territoriales ? appeared first on Alerion Avocats Paris
: The United States makes bad choices when it comes to psychoactive drugs. Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), U.S. drug law has simultaneously fueled mass incarceration, inhibited needed access, and enabled an opioid crisis. The post Drug Scheduling as Institutional Design appeared first on Harvard Law Review
: Gide Warsaw advised KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., as the issuer, on establishing a PLN 4 billion bond programme and issuing the first series of seven-year bonds worth PLN 1 billion to qualified investors. Bank Pekao, PKO BP and Santander Bank Polska act as arrangers and dealers in the programme. The bonds will be introduced to the Warsaw Stock Exchange's alternative trading system
: The European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA) today published their first annual overview of major ICT-related incidents in the EU financial sector based on a reporting mechanism established by the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). It shows that ICT risks are increasingly borderless and interconnected. The authorities also note that the recent evolution of highly capable AI-driven tools should encourage financial entities to strengthen cybersecurity measures to maintain their resilience going
: DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), qui vise à harmoniser le cadre de gestion des risques liés aux TIC, a donné lieu à la publication de nombreux textes de niveau 2 en 2024. Cette réglementation est entrée en vigueur le 17 janvier 2025. Cependant de nombreux établissements financiers travaillent encore sur la mise en place des […] The post Webinaire DORA : Challenges et retours d'expérience – 4 avril 2025 appeared first on OCBF
: Mai 2023 L’œil du gf2i – Le Règlement sur la cyber-solidarité, dernière brique du rempart européen contre les cyberattaques Le Cyber Solidarity Act (ou Règlement sur la cyber-solidarité) est un nouveau projet de règlement européen que la Commission a présenté le 18 avril dernier. Ce projet traduit la volonté de l’Union Européenne de renforcer la coopération des Etats européens en matière de lutte contre les cyberattaques importantes, ces dernières étant de nature à ignorer les frontières. Il s’inscrit donc dans le plus large plan réglementaire de l’Union Européenne de cybersécurité comprenant des textes comme le Cybersecurity Act ou encore le Cyber Resilience Act que nous avions déjà présenté dans un précédent Œil du gf2i. Avec ce nouveau projet, c’est 1,1 milliard d’euros que la Commission européenne va ajouter à son budget alloué à la cybersécurité qui commence véritablement à prendre de l’ampleur. L’UE s’étant déjà bien dotée en matière de cybersécurité sur les dernières années, il est nécessaire de compr[...]
: U.S. states traditionally play a minor role in establishing national security policies, which generally fall within the federal government’s remit. But the return of great power competition with China and Russia and the accompanying proliferation of threats have spurred states to act on national security concerns. The post Federalism and the New National Security appeared first on Harvard Law Review
: Le CERT Santé et le CERT-FR constatent que des éditeurs de logiciels de santé tardent à corriger des vulnérabilités critiques, parfois pendant plus d’un an, dans leur retour d’expérience du 2 octobre. Ces délais tiennent à des pratiques d’édition que le Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) encadrera pleinement en décembre 2027. Pour les DSI d’établissements, le contrat […] The post Des éditeurs de logiciels de santé tardent à corriger des failles critiques, constatent le CERT Santé et le CERT-FR appeared first on IT SOCIAL
: Once a patent is granted, it can be asserted in litigation against an alleged infringer. One of the remedies that can be obtained is “reasonable compensation” for pre-grant infringement pursuant to section 55(2) of the Patent Act . While relief is often sought and granted for pre-grant infringement, the remedy has some subtleties, including those arising from changing practices at the Canadian Patent Office. Section 55(2) of the Patent Act states the following: 55(2) A person is liable to pay reasonable compensation to a patentee and to all persons claiming under the patentee for any damage sustained by the patentee . . . [more] The post Patent Publication Dates appeared first on Slaw
: The new federal omnibus bill on the economy – Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act – contains in Part 2 (“Keep Canada Moving”) Division 8, the Enabling Digital Trade Act. This text implements for international trade in Canada the UNCITRAL Model Law on Electronic Transferable Records (MLETR). It allows, though does not require, the use of electronic versions of transferable records. Transferable records transfer title to the goods or sums mentioned in them by the transfer of the records themselves. Bills of lading are a common example, promissory notes another. The provisions are a pretty straighforward reproduction of MLETR. . . . [more] The post Electronic Transferable Records – Canada Steps Up appeared first on Slaw
: This Article offers the first legal history of the Comstock Act from its enactment to its post- Dobbs reinvention. From conflicts over Comstock's enforcement emerged popular claims on democracy, liberty, and equality in which we can recognize roots of modern free-speech law and the law of sexual and reproductive
: The Gardner presumption, also known as the pro-veteran canon, is a substantive canon of interpretation named after the Supreme Court case Brown v. Gardner. The canon instructs courts to construe ambiguous statutes concerning veterans’ benefits in favor of the veteran. While the canon today rarely acts as a tiebreaker, it has historically represented a strong congressional intent to care for veterans. The post Codify Gardner appeared first on Harvard Law Review
: Gide has advised CIC Private Debt on the pricing of its first Collateralised Loan Obligation (“CLO”), Victory Street CLO I DAC, a CLO vehicle totalling €304.89 million. Gide is proud to have assisted our valued client CIC Private Debt on the pricing of this milestone transaction, which received an incredible response in the market. Morgan Stanley acts as arranger on the transaction advised by Paul
: Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson sent letters today to more than a dozen prominent technology companies reminding businesses of their obligation to comply fully with the Take It Down Act (TIDA) no later than May 19. Signed into law last year by President Donald J. Trump with the strong support of First Lady Melania Trump, TIDA requires covered platforms to establish a process allowing victims, including children, to request removal of intimate photos or videos shared without their consent. The letters were sent to major platforms , including Amazon, Alphabet, Apple, Automattic, Bumble, Discord, Match Group, Meta, Microsoft, Pinterest, Reddit, SmugMug, Snapchat, TikTok and X. The letters state the definitions and requirements of the law, along with the penalties for non-compliance. “We stand ready to monitor compliance, investigate violations, and enforce the Take It Down Act,” said Chairman Ferguson. “Protecting the vulnerable—especially children—from this harmful abuse is a top priority[...]
: Neutral Citation Number: [2026] EWHC 2172 (Admin) Case No: AC-2026-LON-002538 In the High Court of Justice King’s Bench Division Referral of a Release Decision pursuant to S.32ZAA of the Crime (Sentences) Act 1997 14 August 2026 Before: Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb DBE Between: Secretary of State for Justice -v- Glyn Razzell (HV4928) The post Secretary of State for Justice -v- Glyn Razzell appeared first on Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
: Case No: CH-2025-000115 In the High Court of Justice Business and Property Division Appeals List On appeal from decision no. O/0257/25 of Allan James, Hearing Officer for the Registrar, dated 20 March 2025, under s76(2) of the Trade Marks Act 1994 Date: 23 October 2026 Before: Mr Justice Richards Between: Fifth Avenue Entertainment LLC -and- Commodore Entertainment Corporation The post Fifth Avenue Entertainment LLC -v- Commodore Entertainment Corporation appeared first on Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
: The Federal Trade Commission today began enforcing the TAKE IT DOWN Act (TIDA), a law requiring platforms, at the request of victims, to remove intimate photos or videos shared online without victims’ consent. As part of its enforcement role, the FTC has launched TakeItDown.ftc.gov , a website allowing victims and survivors to submit complaints about platforms that have failed to act on valid requests for the removal of nonconsensual intimate images. The website also accepts complaints about platforms that have failed to create a process for people to request removal of these images. “Thanks to First Lady Melania Trump’s dedication, the public, especially children, will have recourse against digital exploitation and extortion,” said FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson. “In the age of AI, anyone can be targeted, and that becomes even more appalling if children are involved. The TAKE IT DOWN Act empowers families and provides the FTC with an effective tool to protect minors against this form of abuse.” The FTC enf[...]
: 📢 Si vous n’avez pas eu la chance de suivre l’intéressante interview d’Alexandra Bensamoun sur la régulation de l’IA menée par Delphine Iweins et diffusée sur Cairn.info avec le soutien du gf2i – Groupement français de l’industrie de l’information, le 24 février dernier, une séance de rattrapage est à présent disponible ✨pour 3 semaines ! Toutefois, cette durée peut être prolongée moyennant la création d’un compte Cairn. Parmi les sujets abordés:✅ Démystifier l’IA act✅ Régulation des données et droits d’auteur✅ Régulation et géopolitique✅ IA et environnement Retrouvez les replays sur notre page LinkedIn Toutes les fonctionnalités sont disponibles, notamment la recherche dans la vidéo. The post Rencontre vidéo avec les experts / A. Bensamoun / Régulation de l’IA – Replay first appeared on gf2i
: – 1/ L’ARCEP Pour son cycle de Rencontres avec les Régulateurs, le gf2i – Groupement français de l’industrie de l’information, a échangé avec l’Arcep, le 4 juillet dernier. Léo Quentin, Chef d’unité services de données et cloud, accompagné de Judith Herzog, était interrogé par Antoine PETEL, Docteur en droit de l’Union européenne et membre du gf2i. ✔ Présentation de la mission de l’Arcep et de son rôle dans la mise en œuvre du Data Governance Act – DGA, pour favoriser l’émergence du marché des données en France. ✔ Temps d’échange autour des services d’intermédiation de données, leur qualification de prestataire de services d’intermédiation de données. Nous avons également parlé labellisation, liberté contractuelle, non-discrimination des réutilisateurs, altruisme des données, tarifs, etc. 👉 Ce cycle de rencontres, ouvert à tous les membres du gf2i – Groupement français de l’industrie de l’information, continue à la rentrée avec la CNIL 📅 The post Le gf2i amorce un nouveau cycle de rencontres avec les Régulat[...]
: Neutral Citation Number: [2026] EWHC 2394 (Ch) Case No: CR-2025-004409 In the High Court of Justice Chancery Division Business and Property Courts of England and Wales Insolvency and Companies List (ChD) 21 September 2026 Before: Mr Justice Trower In the matter of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (in liquidation) and in the matter of the Insolvency Act 1986 Between: Glencore Energy UK Ltd -v- Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (in liquidation) The post Glencore Energy UK Ltd -v- Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (in liquidation) appeared first on Courts and Tribunals Judiciary
: The troika of artificial intelligence, pricing, and talent transience has been with us for some time now. As a result, traditional pyramid-structured law firms grappling with these bet-the-business juggernauts are at an inflection point. I propose a flatter way forward. I have been writing and talking about this issue for many years, most recently as part of my ‘The Law Firm’ series: Pyramid Rollover , Private Equity Puzzle , Disappearing Act , Foundational Rebuild , and now this one, Inflection Point. My argument throughout this series is that traditional law firm pyramid structures will not hold against AI, pricing, and . . . [more] The post The Law Firm Inflection Point appeared first on Slaw
: Setting the debt parking brake lfair November 30, 2020 | 12:14PM Setting the debt parking brake By Lesley Fair What are the biggest risks of parking? A dinged door? A bruised bumper? For consumers victimized by the pernicious practice of debt parking, the impact on their financial health can be devastating. And if you’re a debt collector who engages in debt parking, an FTC settlement with Midwest Recovery Systems suggests you could face law enforcement action for violations of the FTC Act, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Just what is debt parking? It’s the practice of placing purported debts on consumers’ credit reports without first attempting to communicate with the consumer about the debt. Some call it “passive debt collection,” but there’s nothing passive about the injury it can inflict. Consumers often don’t learn about it until a mortgage company, prospective employer, or other decision maker pulls their credit report and spots what appears to be an unpaid deb[...]
: A perpetual question from clients is whether a new development should be protected by filing a patent application or kept as a trade secret? Patents are granted by national patent offices for new, useful and not obvious inventions. Patents require a full and public description of the idea and the details needed by a skilled person to put that idea into practice. For example, Section 27(3)(c) of the Patent Act requires that for machines, the patent “explain the principle of the machine and the best mode in which the inventor has contemplated the application of that principle”. This quid pro . . . [more] The post Trade Secrets as an Alternative to Patent Protection appeared first on Slaw
: Brussels, 09 October - The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Commission endorsed joint guidelines on the interplay between the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) . These are the first joint guidelines by the Board and the European Commission. In line with its 2024-2027 Strategy and the recent Helsinki Statement’s objectives to make GDPR compliance easier and strengthen consistency, the EDPB has cooperated with the European Commission, each within their respective mandates, to facilitate the coherent application of the DMA*and GDPR and to increase legal certainty for gatekeepers, business users, beneficiaries and individuals. EDPB Chair Anu Talus said: “These joint guidelines are the result of a fruitful cooperation between the EDPB and the European Commission. This is the first time that the EDPB and the European Commission prepare guidelines jointly. This approach maximises usefulness of the guidance by simplifying compliance for businesses and[...]
: Key Takeaways: Unveiling Workplace Habits: A recent study conducted by Live Football Tickets has shed light on the intricate relationship between sporting events and workplace attendance, revealing startling insights into employees’ behaviors when it comes to balancing their passion for football with professional responsibilities. With findings indicating widespread instances of employees faking sick leave to catch a game, the study has sparked discussions about the impact of sporting events on workforce productivity and employer-employee trust dynamics. Admin & HR Sector: Caught in the Act: Among the industries surveyed, employees in the Admin & HR sector emerged as particularly susceptible to The post Exposed: Shocking Revelations About Employees Faking Sick Leave to Watch Football – Is Your Industry Guilty? appeared first on Business Today
: Pink slip slip-up: First FTC cases challenging deceptive car title loans lfair January 30, 2015 | 9:12AM Pink slip slip-up: First FTC cases challenging deceptive car title loans By Lesley Fair She’s got a competition clutch with four on the floor And she purrs like a kitten ‘til the lake pipes roar. And if that ain’t enough to make you flip your lid, There's one more thing. I got the pink slip, Daddy. Back in the days of the Beach Boys’ “Little Deuce Coupe,” the only risk to a car title – the pink slip – was when hot rodders bet them on drag races.The FTC just announced its first two settlements with car title lenders that underscore additional risks to consumers’ pink slips and wallets. What should other companies consider if they want to avoid crossing the yellow line? The complaints challenge allegedly illegal practices by First American Title Lending of Georgia, which operates over 30 locations in that state, and Finance Select, which does business as Fast Cash Title Pawn at five Georgia locations and tw[...]
: By: Susannah Tredwell , Manager of Library Services at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP and James Bachmann , Instructional Librarian, Law Library, University of British Columbia Since 1988, when CALL/ACBD’s Copyright Committee was first set up, CALL/ACBD has advocated for its members' interests in the area of copyright. While the primary focus of CALL/ACBD’s copyright advocacy over the last few years has been on Crown copyright and primary law, CALL/ACBD has also made submissions about such areas as fair dealing and licencing. CALL/ACBD sees this work as not only supporting the needs of its members but also as serving the interests of access to justice as a whole. Continuing this work, on January 18, 2022 CALL/ACBD, along with Library Futures Institute, will act as an intervener in the Supreme Court of Canada case Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada, et al. v. Entertainment Software Association, et al. Kim Nayyer, CALL/ACBD’s President, and Robert Janes of JFK Law will be representing CALL[...]
: Septembre 2024 / Compte rendu Pour la deuxième de ses Rencontres avec les Régulateurs, le gf2i a reçu le 26 septembre 2024, Régis CHATELLIER, Responsable d’études prospectives – Laboratoire d’innovation numérique de la CNIL pour un échange sur la mise en œuvre des dispositions du chapitre IV du DGA relatif à l’altruisme en matière de données. Régis CHATELLIER a tout d’abord mentionné le champ d’application du DGA et rappelé les différentes modalités d’utilisation des données traitées du règlement (UE) n° 2022/868 sur la gouvernance des données (Data Governance Act – DGA) en précisant qu’il n’a pas vocation à traiter de la protection de celles-ci (les règles sur la protection des données à caractère personnel s’appliquent de manière habituelles). L’échange a particulièrement porté sur : – la distinction entre le régime de l’altruisme de données – réservé à des utilisations à finalité d’intérêt général – et celui des intermédiaires de données et les éventuelles conséquences juridiques quant à l’exploitation de[...]
: Brussels, 27 April – Today marks the 10th anniversary of the GDPR’s adoption, the first comprehensive data protection framework spanning an entire continent, establishing clear rights for individuals and obligations for organisations across Europe. The moment that led to the creation of the EDPB The GDPR led to the establishment of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) on 25 May 2018, replacing the Article 29 Working Party that was previously in charge of dealing with issues relating to the protection of personal data. The GDPR gave the Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) stronger enforcement powers and expanded the scope of their work from focusing mainly on national compliance complaints to routinely dealing with cross-border cases. In the past 10 years, the 31 European DPAs comprising the EDPB have worked together to ensure the consistent enforcement of the GDPR and a harmonised data protection approach across Europe. A key role in an evolving digital landscape Today, the GDPR is part of a broader an[...]
: The Federal Trade Commission sent warning letters today to a dozen websites advising them of their obligation to comply with the TAKE IT DOWN Act (TIDA), which requires platforms to give people a way to request the removal of intimate photos or videos shared online without their consent, and to remove the intimate photos or videos within 48 hours of a valid request. “Today we’re demonstrating just how serious we are about protecting the public, especially children, from abusive online conduct,” said FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson. “Platforms no longer have any excuses—they must comply with their obligations under the TAKE IT DOWN Act or face the consequences.” The warning letters were sent to 12 companies that offer so-called “nudify” tools that allow people to take a clothed image of an individual and remove the individual’s clothing to create nonconsensual and sexualized images. The letters note that these companies appear to be in violation of TIDA by failing to provide individuals with a process through[...]
: Juin 2023 Le gf2i est heureux de vous convier à son Forum ! La 6e édition du forum du gf2i se tiendra le mardi 13 juin à l’Hotel de l’Industrie de 9h à 12h45. Vous pouvez dès à présent réserver votre place. Nous espérons vous y voir nombreux ! Au programme : 9h00 – 9h30 : Accueil et enregistrement suivis de l’introduction du Président Denis Berthault 9h30 – 10h00 : Ouverture : Le numérique et la donnée au cœur des guerres modernes Intervenant : Christine Dugoin-Clément, chercheuse à la Chaire Risques de l’IAE Paris-Sorbonne et à l’Observatoire de l’Intelligence Artificielle de Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne 10h00 – 10h45 : Etat de crises et bouleversements de l’industrie de l’information – Table Ronde Intervenants : Romain Goldschmidt, directeur conseil chez Opinion Act et Eric Scherer, directeur de l’Innovation & Prospective chez France Télévisions (Modérateur : Mathieu Andro) Pause 11h15 – 11h45 : « Le tour d’Europe de la data » Intervenant : Simon Chignard, Consultant indépendant, ancien Senior Policy Advisor[...]
: Le forum est un des événements annuels majeurs du gf2i, qui s’attache à aborder les grands thèmes de l’actualité du numérique avec des intervenants experts de premier plan. Le gf2i a eu le plaisir d’accueillir pour l’édition 2023 de son forum ses membres à l’Hôtel de l’Industrie. En ouverture du Forum, Christine Dugoin-Clément, chercheuse à la Chaire Risques de l’IAE Paris-Sorbonne et à l’Observatoire de l’Intelligence Artificielle de Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne, a abordé « Le numérique et la donnée au cœur des guerres modernes », avec un focus sur l’OSINT et la situation en Ukraine. Ensuite, une table ronde sur « l’Etat de crises et bouleversements de l’industrie de l’information » avec Romain Goldschmidt, directeur conseil chez Opinion Act et Eric Scherer, directeur de l’Innovation & Prospective chez France Télévisions a notamment traité de la fulgurante introduction de ChatGPT dans le monde de l’information et des perspectives à anticiper. L’auditoire a pu ensuite partir dans un « tour d’Europe de la data »[...]
: Following widespread looting sprees and acts of violence occurring on the sidelines of the October 17 student protests, so-called “casseurs” seem to be the centre of attention. But the term, which comes from the French verb casser or “to break”, poses more questions than answers. The sociologist Paolo Stuppia examines the unprecedented situation many cities across France are having to contend with, and the complex combination of collective action whose motivations are unclear and the social media’s extreme agility. The Conversation: How unprecedented are the scenes of looting that we witnessed on the sidelines of the October 17 demonstrations? Paolo Stuppia: What may be unprecedented is the extent of the destruction of private property and the goods that have been stolen. It should be clear, however, that not all the looters can necessarily be sorted into identifiable groups, at least politically. Indeed, as the politician Xavier Crettiez, the sociologist Isabelle Sommier and the historian François Audigier [...]
: An armed aggression provoked by one of the permanent members of the Security Council, coupled with the subsequent arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court against his representative testify to a breakdown in the system of peacekeeping and collective security put in place in the UN Charter. Yet, this is not the first crisis in this system. Against threats to international peace and security, strategies for empowering, delegating and adapting powers have been developed. The notion of the “emergency” of the reaction acts as a driving force for the empowerment and the gradation of institutional powers, but also for their delegation to other bodies or subjects of international law. These systemic adaptations of the structure of the maintenance of international peace and security through the notion of emergency reveal its finalistic nature: emergency makes it possible to achieve the goal of maintaining peace and security by influencing the assessment of an act’s conformity with international
: A block of three buildings in Lyon Confluence Hikari is a mixed-use complex located in Lyon (Confluence district), designed by Kengo Kuma between 2012 and 2015. Covering approximately 12,800 m² across three interconnected buildings, it brings together housing, offices, and retail spaces. It is recognized as the first positive energy urban block in Europe, meaning it produces more energy than it consumes for electricity, heating, and cooling. The buildings are designed to act as active energy producers. Climate-friendly energy The project relies on a combination of climate-friendly energy systems. Photovoltaic panels are installed on the roofs and façades, while solar glass façades generate electricity and regulate daylight. Energy production is further supported by combined heat and power systems using rapeseed oil, geothermal energy, and cooling drawn from the Saône River. This hybrid approach integrates multiple renewable sources. Energy efficiency through passive design Energy efficiency is also achieved [...]
: The Federal Trade Commission today finalized a consent order that resolves antitrust concerns surrounding Exxon Mobil Corporation’s (Exxon) acquisition of oil producer Pioneer Natural Resources. The final consent order settles FTC charges first announced in May 2024 . Under the final consent order , Exxon is prohibited from nominating, designating, or appointing founder and former Pioneer CEO Scott Sheffield to the Exxon board or from serving in an advisory capacity in any way to the Exxon board or Exxon’s management. Additionally, the final consent order requires that for a period of five years, Exxon shall not nominate, designate, or appoint any Pioneer employee or director, other than certain named individuals, to the Exxon board. In addition, under the final order, Exxon, for a period of 10 years, will agree to certain Clayton Act Section 8 attestation and reporting obligations. Following a public comment period, the Commission voted 3-2 to approve the final order, with Commissioners Andrew N. Ferguson [...]
: First FTC ROSCA case challenges bogus BOGO and "free" claims wfg-adm109 October 21, 2014 | 12:02PM First FTC ROSCA case challenges bogus BOGO and "free" claims By Lesley Fair It’s called ROSCA – the Restore Online Shoppers’ Confidence Act – and it prohibits marketers from charging consumers for an online transaction unless the marketer has clearly disclosed all material terms of the deal and received the consumer’s express informed consent. Your e-commerce clients will want to know about the FTC’s first ROSCA case , filed recently in Nevada. According to the lawsuit, Health Formulas, LLC and a tangle of related California- and Nevada-based companies and individuals – consumers may know them as Simple Pure Nutrition – pitched a variety of products for weight loss, muscle building, virility, and skin care. The defendants advertised diet supplements like Pure Green Coffee Bean Plus and RKG Extreme as a shortcut to drop the pounds: “Burn fat without diet or exercise,” “Extreme weight loss!” “Shed pounds fast!” “[...]
: Brussels, 12 September - During its September plenary meeting, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted guidelines on the interplay between the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) . These are the first set of EDPB guidelines on the interplay between the GDPR and the EU’s recently adopted digital laws. The DSA aims to complement the rules of the GDPR to ensure the highest level of protection of fundamental rights in the digital space. Its main goal is to create a safer online environment in which the fundamental rights of all users, including the right to freedom of expression, are protected. It applies to online intermediary services , such as search engines and platforms. Several provisions included in the DSA entail the processing of personal data by intermediary service providers. The EDPB guidelines contribute to the consistent application of the DSA and of the GDPR, insofar as some provisions of the DSA concern the processing of personal data by inte[...]
: The Federal Trade Commission secured a settlement agreement with Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits LLC, the nation’s largest distributor of wine and spirits, that will redress allegedly illegal price discrimination practices and make it easier for small businesses to compete against large chain retailers. The sweeping settlement covers nearly all Southern wine and spirits sales to the five largest chain retailers in 26 states. The settlement will also provide direct cash payments to harmed small businesses if an independent monitor finds that Southern violates the settlement order going forward. “This settlement marks a significant milestone for the FTC in its enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act, which Congress enacted to empower small businesses to compete against large ones,” said Daniel Guarnera, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Competition. “Small businesses are an invaluable part of the American economy and way of life. The FTC is committed to ensuring that all businesses, no matter their size, can c[...]
: BEREC focuses on digital accessibility progress in a hybrid workshop yannick.stephan Thu, 21/05/2026 - 12:03 Latest News On 9 June 2026, from 9:30 to 14:50 CEST, BEREC will host an external workshop on accessibility at the IRG Secretariat in Brussels, Belgium. It is a hybrid event and participants may also attend online. The aim of the workshop is to assess what improvements have been made in practice recently, in the area of accessibility of electronic communications as the European Accessibility Act (EAA) marks its first anniversary. What's on the agenda? The programme is structured around four sessions with interconnected perspectives on the topic: The first session will focus on the end-users and examine real-world accessibility challenges, and practical solutions that support everyday digital participation. The following session will bring together regulatory authorities to explore how national approaches are shaping implementation, and how accessibility can move beyond compliance towards best practice.[...]
: First Consumer Review Fairness case takes on promoter’s “big bucks on Amazon” claim lfair August 6, 2018 | 11:11AM First Consumer Review Fairness case takes on promoter’s “big bucks on Amazon” claim By Lesley Fair T he marketers behind a purported money-making promotion called Sellers Playbook appear to have skipped the chapter about complying with federal and state consumer protection laws. That’s the allegation in a complaint filed by the FTC and the Minnesota Attorney General . In addition, it’s the FTC’s first case charg ing violations of the Consumer Review Fairness Act. The roots of the allegations go back to another venture sued by the FTC earlier this year: FBA Stores, also known as Amazing Wealth System and Amazon Wealth Systems. The defendants in that case ran online ads and in-person workshops that claimed to reveal the secret s of making major money on Amazon. But few, if any, of the consumers who forked over thousands of dollars and implemented their “plug-and-play systems” earn ed the kind of c[...]
: Brussels, 23 March - On 17 March 2026, the EDPB conference “Cross-regulatory interplay and cooperation in the EU: a data protection perspective” took place in Brussels. The event showcased high-level discussions, featuring contributions from representatives of key EU institutions, European Data Protection Authorities, academia and industry. Key takeaways from the panel discussions Throughout the day, three panels were held, focusing on 1) data protection and competition , 2) the Digital Markets Act (DMA) and the GDPR , and 3) the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the GDPR . During the first panel , speakers emphasised the critical need for cooperation between regulatory bodies in the fields of data protection and competition and shared views on what regulators in the two fields can learn from each other, especially in the aftermath of the Bundeskartellamt ruling. A speaker emphasized that regulators should align their approaches and recognize synergies between the two fields, such as protecting consumers and [...]
: A clothes look at the RN database: Q&A with FTC staff lfair October 5, 2017 | 11:18AM A clothes look at the RN database: Q&A with FTC staff By Lesley Fair It’s not much bigger than a postage stamp, but the label on many textile, wool, and fur products provides important information, including fiber content, country of origin, and a company name or Registered Identification Number (RN). The FTC administers the RN system and industry members will want to check out recent upgrades to the RN website . With RNs and labels on our mind, we asked some common RN-related questions to attorney Josh Millard, whom we’d label as one of the FTC’s go-to people on the subject. First things first. What’s an RN? JOSH: A Registered Identification Number (RN) is a numerical designation – the prefix RN followed by a set of digits – that identifies the company responsible for marketing, distributing or otherwise handling a product covered by the Textile, Wool, and Fur Acts. Because some labels are small and some company names a[...]