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Upper Tribunal Finds in Favour of ICO in Appeal Against First-tier Tribunal Decision on Clearview AI
On October 7 2025, the Upper Tribunal handed down its judgment on the ICO’s appeal against the First-tier Tribunal’s decision on Clearview AI Inc (Clearview). The Upper Tribunal found in favour of the ICO, deciding that the ICO does have jurisdiction to issue enforcement notices and monetary penalties against Clearview. The First-tier Tribunal must now…
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Once Upheld, Always Upheld? USPTO Proposal Limits IPR Access
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has proposed rule changes to 37 C.F.R. § 42.108 that will dramatically narrow access to inter partes review (IPR) proceedings. The new framework would limit IPR availability for patents previously challenged in litigation or before the Office, potentially reshaping how defendants, patent owners and investors assess patent validity…
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California Federal Court Clarifies CIPA’s Reach Over Website Tracking in Mashable Hearing
On October 9, 2025, the Northern District of California denied Mashable, Inc.’s motion to dismiss a class action alleging violations of the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). Mashable operates a digital news and entertainment website that publishes articles and multimedia content online….By: Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider
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Immediate Action Items to Prepare for Website Automatic Opt-Out Signal Mandates
A growing number of U.S. states are requiring businesses to offer mechanisms in their privacy policies or online interfaces to allow individuals to “opt out” of data collection. However, in increasing numbers, many states are beginning to now require companies to automatically honor browser- or device-level opt-out signals (sometimes called “universal opt-out mechanisms” or “opt-out…
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Ukraine Braces for New Talks Without the Leverage of New Missiles
President Trump backed off selling Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv, opting instead for talks with Russia. Still, Ukraine’s negotiating position has strengthened since the summer.
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Venezuela Announces Sweeping Military Exercises as U.S. Escalates Pressure
President Nicolás Maduro this week called on civilians to help the country defend itself, while his defense minister warned citizens to “prepare for the worst.”
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For Prince Andrew, a Steady Fall From Grace Ends in a Hard Landing
A parade of scandals tarnished the prince’s reputation, long before he gave up using his title as Duke of York on Friday.
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The Spritzes and Carbonaras That Ate Italy
Tourism has turned some Italian streets into monochromatic eating zones. Some officials have banned the opening of new restaurants.
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Israeli Military Fires on Vehicle, Saying It Crossed Gaza Cease-Fire Line
Gaza’s rescue service said at least nine people, including several children, were killed in the strike in northern Gaza on Friday, underscoring the fragility of the week-old cease-fire.
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Inside the Obama Presidential Center Coming to Chicago’s South Side
A look inside Barack Obama’s “living, breathing cultural and gathering space” (with an N.B.A.-size basketball court). Not everyone is cheering.
