The FTC will involve itself with mobile privacy and security...
The FTC will involve itself with mobile privacy and security even more this year, said Jessica Rich, FTC financial practices division director, at a Privacy in 2012 panel Thursday. She said the FTC has been more involved recently, referring specifically…
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to a report issued Thursday about how mobile app data practices affect children (WID Feb 16 p5). The FCC’s goals for mobile security are aligned with the FTC’s, said Jennifer Tatel of the FCC. She said privacy concerns among customers can hinder broadband deployment, so the FCC wants to crack down on potential privacy issues. The CTIA is concerned with mobile and app security because the group foresees more innovation, bringing more risks as well as opportunities, said CTIA Senior Vice President Michael Altschul.