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States Lead Charge in Consumer Health Data Security
More states establish laws protecting consumer health data. Learn more about the definitions and requirements to avoid violations of consumer privacy laws.
More states establish laws protecting consumer health data. Learn more about the definitions and requirements to avoid violations of consumer privacy laws.
Biometric privacy laws emerge in fourteen states. Understand the implications for businesses and the key differences in enforcement and the heightened risk of non-compliance for companies dealing with biometric data.
CCPA regulations are enforced through administrative actions and fines. The agency has the authority to make grants from money collected via fines.
Illinois’ BIPA is a model for upcoming biometric legislation; we expect 20% of states will have biometric privacy laws by 2024.
DNA phenotyping has the potential for positive use cases for law enforcement, but it is still early days for the technology. As it evolves, it appears more information and review are necessary to come to a true conclusion about its efficacy – and to develop the guidelines and processes to safely use it.