“Privacy is not something that I’m merely entitled to, it’s an absolute prerequisite.” – Marlon Brando Back in 2023, a rapidly growing online retail business based in Chicago received a surprising notification of non-compliance with GDPR, Europe’s stringent data privacy law. Despite having minimal European traffic, the retailer faced fines totaling $500,000 due to improper…
Privacy laws in the United States have undergone significant changes over the past century, evolving from minimal regulations to comprehensive laws designed to protect individual privacy in the digital age. This article provides an overview of the key milestones in the evolution of privacy laws in the U.S., the frequency of legislative changes, and the…
