The Wex subcategory of “technology” contains a broad collection of legal definitions and articles related to digital systems, computing, software, data, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrency, and emerging technologies, and how changes in technology are interpreted and applied in statutes, regulations, contracts, and court decisions. This subcategory may also contain concepts related to privacy, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and electronic transactions.
Address harvesting is an automated system used to collect email addresses in bulk with the intent of sending Unsolicited Commercial Email (UCE), often referred to as spam. Address harvesting is performed without the knowledge or consent of the address owners.
AI washing occurs when companies claim to be using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to enhance their services but, in fact, are not.
An algorithm is a set of rules or a computational procedure that is typically used to solve a specific problem. In the case of Vidillion, Inc. v.
Algorithmic pricing is the practice of using formulas to automatically determine prices to maximize profit. When the formulas use personal identifying information in the practice of price determination, it is instead known as surveillance pricing.
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to computer-based systems capable of performing functions that typically require human intelligence, such as recognizing patterns, adapting from experience, or making decisions.
Automated license plate readers (ALPRs) are digital cameras that are equipped with corresponding sensors and software. ALPRs are utilized to capture and store the license plate data of drivers. They can be either fixed or mobile: Fixed ALPRs are typically mounted on existing infrastructure, such as traffic signals and street lights, while mobile systems may be installed in vehicles or on trailers. Organizations may own these systems or license them from private third party entities.
A blockchain is a cryptographically secured ledger. According to the United States District Court Southern District of New York in SEC v. Binance Holdings Limited, a blockchain uses cryptographically secured technologies to ensure the security of the recording and validating of cryptocurrency transactions.
The Child Online Privacy Act was passed in 1998 and codified at 15 U.S.C. § 6501-6506. The law is enforced by the Federal Trade Commission, applying the regulations recorded at 16 C.F.R. § 312.
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Communications law is primarily related to the regulation of computer telecommunications, cable, internet, as well as radio and television broadcasting. The federal government has largely governed broadcasting because by its nature, broadcasting transcends state boundaries.
