Privacy Teams
Cross-Functional Issues with Data Privacy As privacy regulations rapidly evolve and enforcement intensifies, organizations are discovering that managing data privacy cannot be confined to the legal department alone. Cross-functional collaboration—between legal, engineering/IT, marketing, and privacy teams—is no longer optional. This outlines the key challenges, misalignments, and practical strategies organizations can adopt to build aligned, effective […]
Understanding VPPA Privacy Risks
Background In 1988, while being confirmed as a Supreme Court justice, Robert Bork’s video rental records were published by the Washington City Papers. Soon after, Congress passed the Video Privacy Protection Act of 1988. This is a U.S. federal law meant to protect the privacy of consumers’ video rental history. It prohibits video service providers […]
Honda Pays $632K Over Privacy Claims
On March 7, 2025, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) reached a settlement with American Honda Motor for violating the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The ruling is based on Honda’s practices in handling consumer privacy requests and its sharing of personal information for advertising. This ruling from the CCPA makes it clear that simply […]
LOKKER & Bitsight Partner to Meet Insurance Providers’ Growing Demand for Privacy Risk Analysis
The partnership makes LOKKER’s privacy risk data available to Bitsight’s cyber insurance customers for both privacy risk analysis and suggested steps for remediation. Redwood City, Calif. – March 25, 2025 – LOKKER, provider of online data privacy and compliance solutions for enterprises, and Bitsight, the global leader in cyber risk management, today announced a partnership […]
The New York Health Information Privacy Act
The New York Health Information Privacy Act (NY HIPA) is a new law aimed at strengthening the privacy and security of health-related information for New York residents. Enacted on January 22, 2025, NY HIPA introduces comprehensive regulations governing the collection, processing, and sharing of health data. As of now, this bill has passed the New […]
How Will International Politics Complicate US Access to AI? [That DOS Won’t Hunt Podcast]
International politics can disrupt companies’ AI strategies, shaping their ability to stay competitive. The scale of these disruptions—and the negotiations to mitigate them—hinges on how organizations adapt. Could the global demand for AI lead to unexpected alliances, much like those formed in the pursuit of fossil fuels? Is there a way forward for companies facing […]
Privacy Laws Are Tightening – Don’t Let Consent Failures Put Your Banking Website at Risk
Privacy laws are tightening, and weak consent practices can put banking websites at risk of fines and lost customer trust. This article authored by Lokker CEO Ian Cohen and published in FinTech Bloom breaks down the impact of evolving regulations like GDPR and CCPA, common consent failures, and how to fix them with better compliance […]
2025 Privacy Predictions for Healthcare
Staying ahead of privacy laws and consumer expectations isn’t just about compliance; it’s about securing patient trust and staying competitive in an evolving industry. Don’t miss the strategies to prepare for 2025—read the full article to ensure your organization is ready.
The Hidden Drivers of Website Data Collection—and How to Take Control
Online privacy is gaining momentum in the U.S. as new regulations and enforcement actions proliferate. By 2025, eight additional state privacy laws will take effect, bringing the total to 19 comprehensive state-level privacy regulations. This push for tighter data oversight is essential—far more data is being collected and shared than most people, including tech professionals, realize.
Cybersecurity: Why it’s not just about hackers anymore
In a recent SecurityInfo Watch article, Lokker CEO Ian Cohen emphasizes a critical aspect of cybersecurity that often gets overlooked: the unintentional sharing of data without consent.
