In December 2021, Alberta's Information and Privacy Commissioner issued a binding order compelling U.S.-based Clearview AI to cease offering its facial recognition services in the province. This decision was part of a broader joint investigation by Canadian privacy commissioners, including those from Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and the federal government,
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Google’s $1.375 Billion Settlement with Texas – A Landmark in Data Privacy Enforcement
In a significant development in the realm of data privacy law, Google has agreed to pay $1.375 billion to the State of Texas to resolve allegations of unlawful data collection practices. This settlement, announced on May 9, 2025, represents the largest state-level settlement ever secured against Google concerning data privacy violations. Background