Regulators Set Sights on Big Data and Connected Devices

Federal and state regulators are beginning to set their sights on companies that collect, use and share consumer data, claiming they have sufficient authority to regulate potential privacy and data security risks posed by “big data” and “connected devices.” In her article for Legaltech News, Sutherland Partner Mary Jane Wilson-Bilik notes that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken the lead role on several fronts, from policy to enforcement, outlining some of the recent enforcement actions brought by the agency.

In addition, regulatory authorities focused on specific industries, including financial services, healthcare and transportation, have been focusing on privacy concerns. She encourages companies involved with big data to provide strong privacy and data security protections, and be prepared to react to the changing state of the law and evolving consumer expectations.

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