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The Pitfalls of “Ban Surveillance Advertising”

February 1, 2022

Advocates are putting increased pressure on lawmakers and regulators to ban what they describe as “surveillance advertising.” The group Accountable Tech – part of the coalition committed to fighting “Big Tech” – recently submitted a “Petition for Rulemaking to Prohibit Surveillance Advertising” to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The NAI submitted comments on behalf of

NAI Celebrates Data Privacy Day by Expanding Participation in Working Groups to Industry Partners

January 28, 2022

This Data Privacy Day finds the digital advertising industry at a critical juncture, with consumer privacy concerns emerging as both a challenge and an opportunity for the ecosystem. Technology is evolving more rapidly than ever, and with new innovation brings a responsibility for more accountability to the user of such technology. With consumer trust lagging,

Prepared Remarks from NAI President & CEO Leigh Freund for NTIA Virtual Listening Session on Personal Data: Privacy, Equity, and Civil Rights

January 11, 2022

On behalf of the Network Advertising Initiative (“NAI”), President & CEO Leigh Freund joined a virtual listening session hosted by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (“NTIA”) to discuss solutions to issues concerning privacy and civil rights. We thank the NTIA for including Leigh in their discussion, and look forward to continuing the conversation with

Meaghan Donahue Joins the NAI Team as Counsel

January 10, 2022

The NAI has hired Meaghan Donohue as Counsel for Compliance and Policy, building on a team of experts in data privacy, public policy, and advertising law, during a time of increased emphasis on the NAI’s three pillars of Privacy, Trust, and Accountability. With experience in privacy, telecommunications, and policy, Meaghan will be a key resource

NAI Comments: The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (“PDC”): How to Improve Digital Political Advertising Disclosure in the State

November 11, 2021

The Network Advertising Initiative (“NAI”) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission deliberations on how to improve digital political advertising.

The NAI Emphasizes Privacy, Trust and Accountability with the Launch of Our New Website at TheNAI.org

November 11, 2021

The NAI is proud to announce a refreshed brand identity and modern website to reflect the growth and expanding mission of our organization, members, and industry. As the NAI continues to grow and evolve through new members, guidance, and advocacy, the time had come to refresh our look and online presence to emphasize how our

Preliminary Comments on Proposed Rulemaking Under the California Privacy Rights Act

November 9, 2021

On behalf of the Network Advertising Initiative (“NAI”), thank you for the opportunity to providepreliminary comments on proposed rulemaking under the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”).

Joint Ad Trade Letter on Massachusetts Privacy Bills

October 26, 2021

On behalf of the advertising industry, we oppose the privacy bills discussed during the October 13, 2021 Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, and Cybersecurity hearing,1 and we offer this letter to express our concerns about overly- restrictive provisions in the multiple legislative drafts, and the potential harms these terms present to consumers

Ad Trade Comments to TN Joint Ad Hoc Committee to Review Data Privacy

October 26, 2021

On behalf of the advertising industry, we oppose the privacy bills discussed during theOctober 13, 2021 Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, andCybersecurity hearing,1 and we offer this letter to express our concerns about overly- restrictiveprovisions in the multiple legislative drafts, and the potential harms these terms present toconsumers and the Massachusetts economy.

The NAI Welcomes New Staff Members to the Team: Cathy Lee, Ryan Smith, and Fatiha Tabibipour

October 19, 2021

The NAI is expanding its expertise and resources in data privacy, public policy, and advertising law with the recent hirings of Cathy Lee and Ryan Smith, each as Counsel for Compliance and Policy, and Fatiha Tabibipour as Coordinator, Communications & Public Policy. Cathy and Ryan are former NAI legal interns familiar with the ad-tech industry

2015 Update to the NAI Mobile Application Code

July 25, 2021

In 2013, NAI released its first Mobile Application Code in order to clarify how the principles of the 2013 NAI Code of Conduct, including Notice and User Control, applied in the growing mobile “Cross-App Advertising” ecosystem. As technology rapidly evolves, NAI enables our members to be industry innovation leaders by consistently updating our Codes of

You’ve Got Mail: Introducing the “Postcards From…” Blog Series

July 25, 2021

Some 150 years ago, post offices around the world received the first picture postcards. Designed to be mailed without envelopes and kept as souvenirs, the photos themselves brought news. They were decorated with the images of the day – the newly constructed Eiffel Tower perhaps or the happenings at the Chicago World’s Fair. These days,

The Pitfalls of “Ban Surveillance Advertising”

NAI Celebrates Data Privacy Day by Expanding Participation in Working Groups to Industry Partners

Prepared Remarks from NAI President & CEO Leigh Freund for NTIA Virtual Listening Session on Personal Data: Privacy, Equity, and Civil Rights

Meaghan Donahue Joins the NAI Team as Counsel

NAI Comments: The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (“PDC”): How to Improve Digital Political Advertising Disclosure in the State

The NAI Emphasizes Privacy, Trust and Accountability with the Launch of Our New Website at TheNAI.org

Preliminary Comments on Proposed Rulemaking Under the California Privacy Rights Act

Joint Ad Trade Letter on Massachusetts Privacy Bills

Ad Trade Comments to TN Joint Ad Hoc Committee to Review Data Privacy

The NAI Welcomes New Staff Members to the Team: Cathy Lee, Ryan Smith, and Fatiha Tabibipour

2015 Update to the NAI Mobile Application Code

You’ve Got Mail: Introducing the “Postcards From…” Blog Series

2009 NAI Annual Compliance Report

2010 NAI Annual Compliance Report

2011 NAI Annual Compliance Report