Legal & Regulation

Legal & Regulation
MA Vape Sales Ban Triggers Retailer Lawsuits
October 01, 2019

The state of Massachusetts is facing a lawsuit over a new temporary ban on vaping product sales. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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In Asia, Focus On Big Tech Regs And Taxes
September 30, 2019

Scrutiny of tech firms is spreading across the globe, hinting at broader regulations over privacy and, possibly, bigger tax bills. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Global Regulatory Issues Could Delay Libra
September 27, 2019

Bertrand Perez, the managing director of the Geneva-based Libra Association, an independent organization meant to oversee Facebook’s proposed digital currency, said that due to regulatory issues, the cryptocurrency might not be released by June of 2020 as proposed. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Facebook Investor Lawsuit Is Dismissed 
September 26, 2019

A class-action lawsuit against Facebook from investors alleging they weren’t told about the impact of a privacy breach has been dismissed, according to Reuters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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NY AG Sues Dunkin’ Over Data Breaches, Theft
September 26, 2019

The attorney general of New York has filed a lawsuit against Dunkin’ Brands over a cyberattack that saw the theft of tens of thousands of dollars from customer value cards. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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US Companies Scramble To Comply With Impending CA Privacy Law
September 26, 2019

An estimated half-million businesses will be affected when the new California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) comes into effect on Jan. 1, 2021, the Financial Times reported on Thursday (Sept. 26). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Texas AG-Led Google Probe Taps Former Microsoft Attorney
September 26, 2019

Three consultants — one being an ex-Microsoft lawyer — were hired in a multi-state antitrust investigation of Google being led by the Texas attorney general’s office, Reuters reported on Thursday (Sept. 26).  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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FTC Discusses Antitrust Laws In Testimony To US Senate
September 24, 2019

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) revealed details about its recent testimony before the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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PayPal’s iZettle Acquisition Draws Fine From UK Regulator
September 24, 2019

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in the U.K. has levied a fine against PayPal for breaking rules regarding marketing in the country when it acquired iZettle for $2.2 billion, according to a report by the Financial Times. Get the Full Story Complete the form...