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January 26th, 2026
Automated Content Recognition Technology Takes Privacy Enforcement Spotlight
The IAPP quotes Andrew Folks in its coverage of Texas’ lawsuits over automated content recognition technology. Folks views that the core issue is the gap between what consumers reasonably expect and what smart TVs actually collect. He explained that people may anticipate tracking within a streaming app but often do not realize manufacturers can monitor viewing through external devices like DVD players or HDMI inputs.
Folks also noted that onboarding practices have long undermined meaningful consent, with ACR permissions frequently bundled into device setup. He added that Texas’ actions show how states can use broad deceptive‑practices statutes to address opaque data‑collection technologies, saying such laws offer “clearer enforcement pathways and broader remedies” than comprehensive privacy frameworks. Read the full article on the lawsuit here.
Other Quoted
What Cannes Lions Can Teach Us About Advertising’s Most Important Customer
Cannes Lions brought important conversations to the stage about advertising’s most important stakeholder: the public. Read more.
July 2 2026
Global Brands Join Forces at Cannes to Champion Responsible Influencer Marketing
Hannah E. Taylor is quoted in the Wine Industry Network article covering the panel discussion, "#Ad to Impact: Embracing Responsibility, Empowering Creativity, Expanding Influence," held during Cannes Lions. Read more.
June 25 2026
The State of Google Consent Mode
Daniel M. Goldberg is quoted in Privado AI’s report, “The State of Google Consent Mode,” which examines how Google Consent Mode is increasing compliance risk for the top 250 websites. Read more.
June 22 2026
