What’s happening? On Thursday June 10, 2021 the Texas Department of Banking issued an industry notice “that Texas state-chartered banks may provide customers with virtual currency custody services, so long as the bank has adequate protocols in place to effectively manage the risks and comply with applicable law.” Why is this important? Custody of virtual […]
Monthly Archives: June 2021
COVID Vaccines + Data Privacy in California
What’s happening? Everyone in California who has received a dose of vaccine has had their information entered into a state database. Medical patient data is being shared across third-party digital platforms Why is this important? Emergency waivers during the pandemic may have eased data privacy laws. How will this be important? The legal minds are […]
State Passes Twitter Bill = Lawsuit by Big Tech & friends
What’s happening? Florida Governor signed its bill prohibiting Twitter and other social media platforms from banning elected officials and candidates. As every action has an equal and opposite reaction, Florida was sued. Why is this important? Netchoiceand the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) filed suit. Their members include Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, Google, and eBay. […]
Data Breaches. Stronger Notification Rules for State Agencies.
What’s happening? Pennsylvania is considering legislation that was amended with more stringent notification requirements for state and local governmental entities, including school districts. These entities will have to notify affected individuals within seven days of discovery and notify the state’s Attorney General within 3 business days, or notify the DA’s office within three days if […]
Oregon. Protect All from DOXXING
What’s happening? Oregon is considering HB 3047 (2021 |OR) that would create a civil cause of action for doxxing any person in Oregon. Doxxing is releasing a person’s personal information with an intent to harass the person. Why is this important? Doxxing statutes are growing in popularity and growing in specificity. Some only apply to […]
State Lege: No Doxing Law Enforcement
What’s happening? Oklahoma Governor signed HB 1643 (2021 | OK) that makes doxxing law enforcement illegal. Why is this important? Doxxing is entering the lexicon. Doxxing is when a person ” publish or post anything online that could include personally identifying information about a police officer if their intent is to threaten, harass or stalk […]