Matthew Stern

State lawmakers continued to expand and add to consumer data privacy requirements during the first half of 2026. Four states passed new omnibus privacy laws, while other states continued the drumbeat of updated requirements...more Biometric data—such as face geometry, fingerprints, voiceprints—is no longer confined to niche applications. From virtual eyewear and makeup try-on tools to personalized shopping experiences and photo organization features,...more Maryland recently enacted HB 895, the "Protection From Predatory Pricing Act," making it one of the first states to restrict certain uses of consumer data in pricing decisions for consumer retail goods. ...more California's privacy regulator continues to target businesses that rely on tracking technologies and use personal information. This week the California Privacy Protection Agency (CalPrivacy) announced a $1.1 million...more