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Google faces USD 5 Billion Class Action Lawsuit, Kerala HC and Delhi HC seek clarification on Arogya Setu App and more.

The bulletin discusses Google’s class action lawsuit over privacy concerns, judicial scrutiny of the Arogya Setu app by Kerala and Delhi High Courts, and adjustments to data protection law enforcement in the UK. It also examines guidance from US antitrust authorities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Amazon’s ‘Ring’ Security System Severely Criticised, Flipkart and Amazon under Investigation by CCI, Facebook Restructures its Privacy Features and more

The bulletin reviews legal developments affecting Amazon, Flipkart, and Facebook, including investigations, privacy issues, and significant settlements. Highlights include criticism of Amazon’s Ring system, CCI’s probe into e-commerce giants, and Facebook’s privacy overhaul.

Right to be Forgotten: Google Wins Geo-blocking Case in EU

The EU Court clarified that Google is not required to de-reference personal data globally under the right to be forgotten, endorsing geo-blocking for EU Member States. The decision defines the territorial reach of privacy rights for search engines within the EU.

Facebook Sues Israeli Company for WhatsApp Hack, SVP Sues Juul for 1 Million Contaminated Pods, ACCC Accuses Google of Misleading Users and more

The bulletin covers significant legal developments involving tech and pharmaceutical giants, including Facebook’s action over a WhatsApp security breach and Juul’s contaminated pods lawsuit. It also analyses Google’s legal challenges, antitrust investigations, and evolving privacy law compliance.

CommScope Sues Rosenberger to Protect Trade Secrets, Tencent Lifts NBA Broadcast Ban, California Bans New Fur Products and more

This news bulletin reviews recent legal updates in intellectual property, trade secrets, and data protection. Key cases and regulatory changes across the US, India, and China are analysed, including notable litigation and new e-learning initiatives for startups.

Meghan Markle Sues Newspaper, Google Refuses to Pay French Publishers, Tech Giants to Face Another Antitrust Inquiry and more

This bulletin presents an analytical overview of recent developments in antitrust, copyright, privacy, and technology law. It covers legal actions involving high-profile individuals and tech giants, focusing on regulatory trends and factual legal issues affecting global and Indian stakeholders.

Draft E-Commerce Policy Has a Long Way To Go

This post examines the Draft National E-Commerce Policy, focusing on its treatment of data protection, marketplace regulation, and compliance issues. It argues for clearer, more comprehensive legal standards to foster growth and protect stakeholders in India’s evolving e-commerce landscape.

Regulating eCommerce Marketplaces: Proposals in the National eCommerce Policy Draft

The National eCommerce Policy Draft sets out key proposals for regulating Indian eCommerce marketplaces. It addresses FDI, data protection, IP enforcement, and consumer protection, aiming to create a fair and growth-oriented digital marketplace.

National e-commerce Policy Draft

The National e-commerce Policy Draft sets out comprehensive legal and regulatory measures for India’s digital trade sector. It addresses data protection, fair competition, and export promotion, aiming to support both businesses and consumers in the evolving digital economy.

Planning the Right Privacy Policy for You and Your Visitors

A tailored privacy policy is essential for any website collecting user data, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and building user trust. This post discusses the FTC’s core components for privacy policies, highlighting the importance of clarity, enforceability, and ongoing review.