January, 2016
Jan
5
Chwn. Ramirez at CES 2016
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will participate at the Consumer Electronics Show 2016. Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV.
Jan
6
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist on 2016 Preview: FCC and FTC Commissioner Roundtable at CES 2016
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist on 2016 Preview: FCC and FTC Commissioner Roundtable at the Consumer Electronic Show 2016. Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Room N254, Las Vegas, NV, 2:15 pm PST
Jan
7
Cmr. Ohlhausen in panel discussion on Innovating Privacy: New Frameworks for Changing Technology at CES 2016
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will participate in a panel discussion on Innovating Privacy: New Frameworks for Changing Technology at the Consumer Electronic Show 2016. Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Room N254, Las Vegas, NV, 11:30 am PST.
Jan
13
Scheduling conference in the matter of PinnacleHealth
A scheduling conference will be held in the matter of PinnacleHealth (Docket No. 9366) before Administrative Law Judge D. Michael Chappell. FTC Headquarters, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Courtroom 532, Washington, DC, 2:00 p.m.
Jan
13
Cmr. Brill closing remarks at “Privacy Papers for Policy Makers” event
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will provide the closing remarks at the “Privacy Papers for Policy Makers” event hosted by the Future of Privacy Forum (FPF). Microsoft Innovation & Policy Center, 901 K Street Northwest, 11th Floor, Washington, DC, 5:30 p.m.
Jan
14
PrivacyCon
The Federal Trade Commission held a conference on January 14, 2016 to bring together a diverse group of stakeholders, including whitehat researchers, academics, industry representatives, consumer advocates, and government regulators, to discuss the latest research and trends related...
Jan
14
Cmr. Brill remarks at FTC’s PrivacyCon workshop
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will provide remarks at the FTC’s PrivacyCon workshop. Constitution Center, 400 7th St SW, Washington, DC, 1:00 p.m.
Jan
14
Chwn. Ramirez opening remarks at FTC’s PrivacyCon workshop
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will give opening remarks at the FTC’s PrivacyCon workshop. Constitution Center, 400 7th Street, SW, Washington, DC, 9:00 a.m.
Jan
15
Cmr. Brill at the Emerging Issues Policy Forum
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will attend the Emerging Issues Policy Forum (EIPF) hosted by the Institute for Emerging Issues. Fernandina Beach, FL, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Jan
19
Auto Distribution: Current Issues & Future Trends
The Federal Trade Commission held a one-day public workshop on January 19, 2016, 9 am - 5:30 pm, to explore competition and related issues in the context of state regulation of motor vehicle distribution, and to promote more informed analysis of how these regulations affect...
Jan
19
Chwn. Ramirez opening remarks at FTC Auto Distribution Workshop
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will give opening remarks at the FTC Auto Distribution: Current Issues & Future Trends workshop. Constitution Center, 400 7th Street SW, Washington, DC, 9:00 a.m.
Jan
20
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at 2016 Washington Auto Show Public Policy Preview Days
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the 2016 Washington Auto Show Public Policy Preview Days on “Mobility Talks.” Rayburn House Office Building, Gold Room, Washington, DC, 12:30 p.m.
Jan
20
Scheduling conference in the matter of Advocate Health Care
A scheduling conference will be held in the matter of Advocate Health Care (Docket No. 9369) before Administrative Law Judge D. Michael Chappell. FTC Headquarters, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Courtroom 532, Washington, DC, 2:00 p.m.
Jan
21
Cmr. Brill keynote address at AdExchanger’s Industry Preview 2016
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will provide the keynote address at AdExchanger’s Industry Preview 2016. New York, NY, 11:40 a.m.
Jan
21
Cmr. Brill keynote address at EU Data Privacy event
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will deliver a keynote address on “A Global Regulator’s Perspective” at the EU Data Privacy event co-hosted by Ghostery and Hogan Lovells. New York, NY, 4:15 p.m.
Jan
25
Cmr. McSweeny in Keynote Discussion at State of the Net Conference 2016
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will participate in a Keynote Discussion at the State of the Net Conference 2016. The Newseum, Knight Conference Center, 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC, 9:00 a.m. EST
Jan
26
Cmr. Brill keynote address at Trans-Atlantic Consumer Dialogue Conference
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will present a keynote address at the Trans-Atlantic Consumer Dialogue (TACD) Conference. Brussels, Belgium, 10:00 a.m.
Jan
26
Webinar for Consumers on Tax Identity Theft
The FTC, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide and AARP Fraud Watch Network will co-host a webinar at 2:00 p.m. EST addressing how tax identity theft happens, providing advice to minimize the risk of becoming a victim, and offering information about what to do if you become a victim. Open to the...
Jan
26
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at Antitrust in the Technology Sector event
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the Skadden’s Antitrust in the Technology Sector: Policy Perspectives and Insights From the Enforcers Event. Palo Alto, CA, 3:00 p.m. PST
Jan
27
Cmr. Brill chairs a panel at Computers, Privacy, and Data Protection (CPDP) Conference
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will chair a panel on mobile apps and privacy at the Computers, Privacy, and Data Protection (CPDP) Conference, Brussels, Belgium, 10:30 a.m.
Jan
27
Twitter Chat for Military Personnel and Their Families on Tax Identity Theft
The FTC (@FTC) and the Department of Veteran Affairs (@DeptVetAffairs) will co-host a twitter chat about tax identity theft at 11:00 a.m. EST. Follow @milconsumer to join the conversation on #VeteranIDTheft and learn about how tax identity theft happens, how to minimize your risks,...
Jan
27
Cmr. Ohlhausen a guest speaker at SIPA and SLATA event
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be the guest speaker at an event hosted by Stanford Intellectual Property Association (SIPA) and the Stanford Law and Technology Association (SLATA), Stanford Law School, CA, 12:45 p.m. PST
Jan
27
Data Privacy Day 2016 Twitter Chat
#ChatSTC Twitter Chat: Be #PrivacyAware This Data Privacy Day Jan. 28 marks Data Privacy Day, an international effort to promote awareness about respecting privacy, safeguarding data and enabling trust. Join this #ChatSTC to get ready for the day, get tips for protecting your...
Jan
27
Cmr. Brill in panel discussion and salon dinner co-hosted by PPI and Lisbon Council
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will participate in a panel discussion and salon dinner co-hosted by PPI and the Lisbon Council, Brussels, Belgium, 3:00 p.m.
Jan
28
Cmr. Brill in keynote discussion at Computers, Privacy, and Data Protection Conference
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will engage in a keynote discussion on Transatlantic data transfer, privacy, and security issues with European Commission DG Justice Director Paul Nemitz, at the Computers, Privacy, and Data Protection Conference (CPDP), Brussels, Belgium, 11:45 a.m...
Jan
28
Webinar: Assisting the Victims of Tax Identity Theft
FTC and the IRS will co-host a webinar with information to assist victims of tax identity theft. Identity theft is growing, and the IRS has taken numerous steps to combat it and protect taxpayers. Learn what to look for and how to report tax related ID theft issues, and where to find...
Jan
28
Cmr. Brill in transatlantic discussion at Computers, Privacy, and Data Protection Conference
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will participate in a transatlantic discussion on “Developing a Sustainable ‘Big Data’ Ecosystem- Diverse Approaches to the Privacy Economy” at the Computers, Privacy, and Data Protection Conference (CPDP), Brussels, Belgium, 6:30 p.m.
Jan
29
Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week 2016 Twitter Chat
FTC and the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) will co-host a Twitter chat at 2:00 p.m. EST about tax ID theft – consumers can join the conversation on #IDTheftChat. Follow @FTC and @ITRCSD to ask questions and learn more about tax identity theft, how to protect yourself, and what...
Jan
31
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at Silicon Flatirons Center event
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the Silicon Flatirons Center, The Digital Broadband Migration: The Evolving Industry Structure of the Digital Broadband Landscape. University of Colorado Law School, CO, 3:15 p.m. MST
Feb
1
Chwn. Ramirez remarks at University of Colorado Law School
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will deliver remarks at the University of Colorado Law School: The Digital Broadband Migration: The Evolving Industry Structure of the Digital Broadband. University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado, 9:15 a.m. MST
Feb
1
Cmr. McSweeny in a discussion at Brookings Institution
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will participate in a discussion on “Is information market power? Protecting consumers and competition in the digital age” at the Brookings Institution, Saul/Zilkha Rooms, 1775 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC, 2:00 p.m.
Feb
2
Cmr. Ohlhausen testimony before Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will testify before the Senate Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights on the topic of “License to Compete: Occupational Licensing and the State Action Doctrine.” Dirksen Senate Office Building...
Feb
4
Cmr. McSweeny keynote presentation at Connected Cars USA Conference 2016
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will deliver a keynote presentation on a View from the Federal Trade Commission at the Connected Cars USA Conference 2016. Washington Marriott Georgetown, 1221 22nd St NW, Washington, DC, 9:10 a.m.
Feb
5
Cmr. McSweeny lunchtime keynote address at GCR Live 5th Annual Antitrust Law Leaders Forum
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will give the lunchtime keynote address, introduced by Christine Varney at the GCR Live 5th Annual Antitrust Law Leaders Forum. Miami, FL, 12:30 p.m.
Feb
9
Start with Security - Seattle
The FTC’s third “Start With Security” event will take place on February 9, 2016, in Seattle, Washington, and will be co-sponsored by the University of Washington Tech Policy Lab, the University of Washington School of Law Technology Law & Public Policy Clinic, and CoMotion at the...
Feb
9
Cmr. Brill keynote address at FTC's Start with Security Conference
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will deliver the keynote address at the Federal Trade Commission’s Start with Security Conference. University of Washington Law School’s Technology and Public Policy Clinic and the UW Tech Policy Lab. Seattle, WA, 9:00 a.m. PST
Feb
9
Cmr. Ohlhausen speaks at FTC Up Close: Practical Considerations Related to Data Privacy, Security and Other Priorities event
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will speak at the Federal Trade Commission Up Close: Practical Considerations Related to Data Privacy, Security and Other Priorities event hosted by the Association of Corporate Counsel, Holland & Knight and Levin College of Law – University...
Feb
10
Cmr. McSweeny speaks at CompTIA Fly-In – Capitol Hill Speaker Series
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will speak at the CompTIA Fly-In – Capitol Hill Speaker Series. Capitol Visitors Center, East Capitol St. NE & 1st St. SE, Washington DC, 10:15 a.m.
Feb
11
Cmr. Brill discusses the 2016 European Union Transatlantic Digital Agenda
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will discuss the 2016 European Union Transatlantic Digital Agenda at the SAIS Center for Transatlantic Relations. 1717 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington DC, 10:00 a.m.
Feb
16
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist on Antitrust and ITC: Friends, Foes or Unrelated? at ABA
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist on Antitrust and ITC: Friends, Foes or Unrelated? at the ABA Section of Antitrust Law and ABA Section of Intellectual Property Law. Crowell & Moring, 1001 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 11th Floor, Washington, DC, 1:15 p.m. EST...
Feb
18
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist on Antitrust Lessons for Privacy Regulators at 2016 George Mason Law Review Antitrust Symposium
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist on Antitrust Lessons for Privacy Regulators at the 2016 George Mason Law Review Antitrust Symposium, Antitrust in an Interconnected World. Founder's Hall at George Mason University, Arlington, VA, 3:30 p.m. EST
Feb
20
Chwn. Ramirez keynote speaker at Yale School of Management
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will be the keynote speaker on “Global Antitrust Enforcement,” at the Yale School of Management. New Haven, CT, 9:15 a.m. EST
Feb
23
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at NYU Annual Survey Symposium
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist on, “A World of Disruptive Innovations: Workable Solutions to Data Privacy and Public Policy Issues in the Sharing Economy,” at the NYU Annual Survey Symposium. NYU Law, Greenberg Lounge in Vanderbilt Hall, New York, NY, 6:00 p...
Feb
24
Cmr. Brill keynote presentation before the Udwin Breakfast Group
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will deliver the keynote presentation before the Udwin Breakfast Group. The Metropolitan Club, 1700 H St. NW, Washington, DC, 8:00 a.m. EST
Mar
1
Cmr. Brill participates in Workshop on Systematic Government Access to Private-Sector Data
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will participate in the Workshop on Systematic Government Access to Private-Sector Data, sponsored by The Privacy Project and Indiana University. London, United Kingdom, 9:00 a.m. GMT
Mar
1
Cmr. Ohlhausen speech at Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will speak on Regulating Broadband Privacy Under Title II: What Could Go Wrong? At the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation. 1101 K Street NW, Suite 610A, Washington, DC, 9:00 a.m. EST
Mar
8
Oral argument before Commission in the matter of LabMD
Oral argument before the full Commission in the matter of LabMD, Inc. (Docket 9357). FTC Headquarters, 600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Room 532, Washington, DC, 1 p.m. EST. Immediately after, an Executive Session Closed to the Public will be held.
Mar
8
NCPW 2016 Twitter Chat on Imposter Scams and Identity Theft
The FTC will host a Twitter chat on Tuesday, March 8 at 2:00 p.m. EST to answer questions and provide links to resources on identity theft and imposter scams. Please use hashtag #NCPW2016 and direct questions to @FTC to join the conversation.
Mar
9
Cmr. McSweeny will participate in discussion at New America – Cybersecurity for a New America 2016
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will participate in a discussion at the New America – Cybersecurity for a New America 2016 on “How Much Regulation? Keeping the Public Safe in an Age of the Internet of Everything.” Ronald Reagan Building, Pavilion Room, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW,...
Mar
9
Cmr. McSweeny keynote speaker at Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) – Spring Policy Summit 2016
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will be the keynote speaker at the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) – Spring Policy Summit 2016, Hotel Monaco, 700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC, 12:15pm EST
Mar
9
Chwn. Ramirez testimony before Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will testify before Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy and Consumer Rights on “Oversight of the Enforcement of the Antitrust Laws.” Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 226, Washington, DC, 2 p.m. EST
Mar
10
Cmr. Brill participating in The Wrap's Power Women Breakfast
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will be participating in The Wrap's Power Women Breakfast. W Hotel, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 8:00 a.m. EST
Mar
13
Cmr. Brill presents fireside chat at CMS Passcode Digital Security and Privacy Hub at SXSW
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will present a fireside chat at the CMS Passcode Digital Security and Privacy Hub at SXSW Interactive Festival. Austin, TX, 12:00 p.m. CDT
Mar
13
Cmr. Brill discusses the Internet of Things at SXSW
FTC Commissioner Julie Brill will discuss the Internet of Things at SXSW Interactive Festival. Austin, TX, 3:30 p.m. CDT
Mar
15
Closed Commission Meeting
Closed to the Public: Consideration of an enforcement action in a nonpublic Part II matter, 10:00 a.m. EDT.
Mar
16
Cmr. Ohlhausen speaks at Second Hoover Commission’s 60th Anniversary
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will speak at the Second Hoover Commission’s 60th Anniversary on “A Regulator's Perspective.” Hoover Institution in Washington, 1399 New York Ave., NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC, 3:15 p.m. EDT
Mar
18
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at Emergence of International Antitrust LeadershIP 2016 Conference
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the Emergence of International Antitrust LeadershIP 2016 Conference. Newseum, 555 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 3:15 p.m. EDT
Mar
22
FTC BCP Director Jessica Rich testimony before House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittees on Information Technology and Health Care, Benefits, and Administrative Rules
Jessica Rich, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection will testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittees on Information Technology and Health Care, Benefits, and Administrative Rules on “Opportunities and Challenges in Advancing Health Information...
Mar
23
Cmr. Ohlhausen remarks at Free State Foundation’s 8th Annual Telecom Policy Conference
FTC Commissioner Maureen Ohlhausen will deliver remarks at the Free State Foundation’s 8th Annual Telecom Policy Conference – The FCC and the Rule of Law on “Privacy Regulation in the Internet Ecosystem.” National Press Club, 529 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 11:45 a.m. EDT...
Mar
30
Cmr. Ohlhausen keynote at Public Policy Briefing on Privacy Regulation after Net Neutrality
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be the keynote speaker at the Public Policy Briefing on Privacy Regulation after Net Neutrality. George Mason University School of Law, 3301 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA, 9:00 a.m. EDT
Mar
31
Chwn. Ramirez keynote luncheon speaker at ABA – National Institute on the Internet of Things
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will be the keynote luncheon speaker at the ABA – National Institute on the Internet of Things. Jones Day, 51 Louisiana Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 12:30 p.m. EDT
Apr
4
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at Sidley Privacy and Cybersecurity Roundtable
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the Sidley Privacy and Cybersecurity Roundtable on “Big Data: Legal Restrictions, Regulatory Guidance, Ethical Standards, and Enforcement Issues.” Sidley Austin, 1501 K Street, NW, Washington, DC, 4:00 p.m. EDT
Apr
5
Chwn. Ramirez keynote speaker at IAPP Summit
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will be the keynote speaker at the IAPP Summit on “The FTC in 2016: A Conversation with the Chairwoman.” Washington Marriott Marquis Hotel, 901 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 11:00 a.m. EDT
Apr
5
Cmr. McSweeny on a panel, “Technology, Business and Policy: The FTC as a Privacy Regulator,” at IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2016
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will participate on a panel on “Technology, Business and Policy: The FTC as a Privacy Regulator,” at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2016. Washington Marriott Marquis Hotel, 901 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Salon 5, Level M2, Washington DC, 12:15 p.m. EDT...
Apr
5
Chwn. Ramirez a panelist in moderated press conference at IAPP Summit
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will participate as a panelist in a moderated press conference at the IAPP Summit. Washington Marriott Marquis Hotel, 901 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 1:00 p.m. EDT
Apr
5
Chwn. Ramirez opening remarks at 2016 Antitrust Writing Awards Dinner
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will deliver opening remarks at the 2016 Antitrust Writing Awards Dinner. Fairmont Hotel, 2401 M Street, NW, Washington, DC, 7:45 p.m. EDT
Apr
6
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2016 on “The Internet of Things for Privacy and Security Professionals”
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit 2016 on “The Internet of Things for Privacy and Security Professionals.” Marriott Marquis Hotel, 901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, 12:15 p.m. EDT
Apr
7
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at 64th ABA Antitrust Law Spring Meeting on “Divestiture Sufficiency - I Can't Get No Satisfaction”
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the 64th ABA Antitrust Law Spring Meeting on “Divestiture Sufficiency - I Can't Get No Satisfaction.” J.W. Marriott Hotel, 1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, 1:30 p.m. EDT
Apr
7
Cmr. McSweeny in panel discussion on “Hot Topics” at 64th ABA Antitrust Law Spring Meeting
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will participate in a panel discussion on “Hot Topics,” at the 64th ABA Antitrust Law Spring Meeting, J.W. Marriott Hotel, 1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Salons II and III, Washington DC, 3:15 p.m. EDT
Apr
8
Chwn. Ramirez participates in Enforcers Roundtable at 64th ABA Antitrust Law Spring Meeting
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will participate in the Enforcers Roundtable at the 64th ABA Antitrust Law Spring Meeting. J.W. Marriott Hotel, 1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, 10:00 a.m. EDT
Apr
12
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at Brussels Forum for EU-US Legal-Economic Affairs on “Competition Policy Convergence EU and US”
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be a panelist at the Brussels Forum for EU-US Legal-Economic Affairs on “Competition Policy Convergence EU and US.” Brussels, Belgium, 9:00 a.m. CEST
Apr
12
Cmr. Ohlhausen on panel on “Digital Single Market and Data Protection” at Brussels Forum for EU-US Legal-Economic Affairs
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will participate in a panel on “Digital Single Market and Data Protection” at the Brussels Forum for EU-US Legal-Economic Affairs. Brussels, Belgium, 2:30 p.m. CEST
Apr
15
Cmr. McSweeny keynote address to Institute for Consumer Antitrust Studies, Loyola University Chicago School of Law
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will deliver the keynote address to the Institute for Consumer Antitrust Studies, Loyola University Chicago School of Law during their 16th Annual Loyola Antitrust Colloquium. Chicago, IL, 12:30 p.m. CDT
Apr
20
Cmr. McSweeny keynote at GCR Live 3rd Annual IP & Antitrust USA Conference
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will be the keynote speaker at the Global Competition Review (GCR) Live 3rd Annual IP & Antitrust USA Conference, W Hotel, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 9:05 a.m. EDT
Apr
20
Cmr. Ohlhausen keynote at 2016 New York Annual Antitrust Spring Seminar
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be the keynote speaker at the 2016 New York Annual Antitrust Spring Seminar. New York, NY, 11:00 a.m. EDT
Apr
21
Cmr. Ohlhausen keynote at CBBB 2016 Forum of Self-Regulation
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will deliver the keynote address at the CBBB 2016 Forum of Self-Regulation. Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC, 9:15 a.m. EDT
Apr
21
Closed Meeting Limited to Commissioners Only
Closed to the Public and Limited to Commissioners: Discussion of a law enforcement matter, 3:30 p.m. EDT.
Apr
28
Cmr. Ohlhausen a keynote speaker at the Institute for Justice’s National Economic Liberty Forum
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will be the keynote speaker at the Institute for Justice’s National Economic Liberty Forum. Park Cities Hilton, Dallas, TX, 12 noon CDT.
May
3
Continuation of April 21 Closed Commission Meeting
Closed to the Public and Limited to Commissioners: Discussion of a law enforcement matter, 2:00 p.m. EDT.
May
11
Chwn. Ramirez and Cmr. Ohlhausen testimony before Senate Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology & the Law
Chairwoman Ramirez and Commissioner Ohlhausen will testify on behalf of the Commission before the Senate Judiciary Committee Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology and the Law on “Examining the Proposed FCC Privacy Rules.” Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 226, Washington, DC, 2:30 p...
May
12
Chwn. Ramirez remarks at ABA Health Law Section, 2016 Antitrust in Healthcare Conference
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will deliver remarks at the American Bar Association Health Law Section, 2016 Antitrust in Healthcare Conference, The Ritz Carlton Pentagon City, Arlington, VA, 10 a.m. EDT
May
12
Cmr. Ohlhausen remarks at Future of Privacy Forum
FTC Commissioner Maureen K. Ohlhausen will deliver remarks at the Information Accountability Foundation Briefing on Assessment Processes to Achieve Assurance that Data Use is Legitimate and not Unfair, Future of Privacy Forum, 1400 Eye Street NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC, 10:30 a.m...
May
16
Chwn. Ramirez remarks at 12th Annual International Bar Association Competition Mid-Year Conference
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will deliver remarks at the 12th Annual International Bar Association Competition Mid-Year Conference, JW Marriott Mexico City Santa Fe, Mexico City, Mexico, 11:15 a.m. CDT
May
17
Cmr. Ohlhausen remarks at Telecommunications & Electronic Media Practice Group panel
FTC Commissioner Maureen Ohlhausen will deliver remarks at a Telecommunications & Electronic Media Practice Group panel, entitled Regulatory Barriers to Innovation at the Federalist Society’s Executive Branch Review Project, The Mayflower Hotel, 1127 Connecticut Ave. NW,...
May
19
Chwn. Ramirez remarks at CBA Competition Law Spring Conference
FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez will deliver remarks at The Enforcers Panel: Developments, Priorities, Trends, and Reflections on Competition Enforcement in A Global Context at the CBA Competition Law Spring Conference, Toronto Board of Trade, Toronto, Canada, 3:30 p.m. EDT
May
20
Cmr. McSweeny remarks at EU Competition Law: Current Issues in a Global Context event
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will deliver remarks on “Merger Control – Recent Remedies Experiences” at an event sponsored by Kings College London Centre of European Law in cooperation with Crowell & Moring LLP, “EU Competition Law: Current Issues in a Global Context,” Hilton...
May
24
Chwn. Ramirez testimony before House Committee on Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade
Chairwoman Ramirez will testify on behalf of the Commission before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Committee's Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade at a legislative hearing on 17 FTC-related bills.
May
24
Cmr. McSweeny remarks at Encryption 101 Briefing & Fireside Chat
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will deliver remarks at the Encryption 101 Briefing & Fireside Chat sponsored by the Internet Association in the Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C., 11:45 a.m. EDT
May
24
Cmr. McSweeny keynote at Electronic Retailing Self-Regulation Program Summit 2016
FTC Commissioner Terrell McSweeny will deliver a keynote presentation on advertising and consumer protection at the Electronic Retailing Self-Regulation Program Summit 2016, SunTrust Headquarters, 1445 New York Ave NW, 9th Floor, Washington, DC, 2:35 p.m. EDT
May
25
Closed Meeting Limited to Commissioners Only
Closed to the Public and Limited to Commissioners: Discussion of a law enforcement matter, 1:00 p.m. EDT.
May
26
Cmr. Ohlhausen remarks at C3 Mobility Forum
FTC Commissioner Maureen Ohlhausen will deliver remarks at the C3 Mobility Forum in the Capitol Visitors Center, Room SVC 212-10, Washington, D.C., 11:00 a.m. EDT
Jun
7
Cmr. McSweeny speech at FTC-sponsored Ethnic Media Roundtable
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver a speech on Consumer Protection -- FTC efforts against scams/frauds at an Ethnic Media Roundtable sponsored by the Commission’s Division of Consumer and Business Education, One Bowling Green, Suite 318, New York, NY, 11:00 a.m. EDT.
Jun
7
Cmr. Ohlhausen testimony before House Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law
Commissioner Ohlhausen will testify on behalf of the Commission on International Antitrust Enforcement: China and Beyond before the House Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust Law, 2141 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC, 4:00 p.m...
Jun
8
Cmr. Ohlhausen keynote speech at Global IP Academy
Commissioner Ohlhausen will deliver a keynote speech, The Economic Contribution of Technology Licensing to the US and Global Economy, Global IP Academy, USPTO, Alexandria, VA, 1:00 p.m. EDT.
Jun
8
Cmr. Ohlhausen keynote speech at Kelley Drye Advertising and Privacy Law Summit
Commissioner Ohlhausen will deliver a keynote speech at the Kelley Drye Advertising and Privacy Law Summit, Watergate Hotel, Washington, DC, 3:00 p.m. EDT.
Jun
9
FinTech Series: Marketplace Lending
Starting this summer, the FTC will host a forum series exploring emerging financial technology and its implications for consumers. The first FinTech Forum – scheduled for June 9, 2016 – will address marketplace lending. Marketplace lenders are typically nonbank financial platforms...
Jun
9
Chwn. Ramirez opening remarks at FTC FinTech Series: Marketplace Lending Conference
Chairwoman Ramirez will deliver opening remarks at the FinTech Series: Marketplace Lending Conference, FTC, Constitution Center, 400 7th Street, SW, Washington, DC, 9:30 a.m. EDT. More information and live webcast link at https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/events-calendar/2016/06/...
Jun
15
Start with Security - Chicago
The FTC’s fourth “Start With Security” event was held on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, in Chicago, Illinois, and was co-sponsored by Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. During this one-day event, the FTC brought together experts who will provide businesses with practical tips and...
Jun
15
Cmr. Ohlhausen opening remarks at FTC’s Start with Security conference
Commissioner Ohlhausen will deliver opening remarks at the FTC’s Start with Security conference, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago, IL, 9:30 a.m. CDT
Jun
16
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at American Antitrust Institute event
Commissioner Ohlhausen will be a panelist at an event entitled Mergers With International Dimensions: Coordination, Due Process, and Other Issues, American Antitrust Institute, National Press Club, Washington, DC, 3:15 p.m. EDT
Jun
21
Something New Under the Sun: Competition & Consumer Protection Issues in Solar Energy
The Federal Trade Commission held a one-day public workshop on June 21, 2016 to explore competition and consumer protection issues that may arise when consumers generate their own electric power by installing home solar photovoltaic (PV) panels – a practice known as solar distributed...
Jun
21
Chwn. Ramirez opening remarks for FTC solar energy workshop
Chairwoman Ramirez will deliver opening remarks for the FTC workshop, Something New Under the Sun – Competition & Consumer Protection Issues in Solar Energy, Constitution Center, 400 7th St. SW, Washington, DC, 8:40 a.m.
Jun
21
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at Privacy, Encryption, and Consumer Rights: A New Boardroom Challenge
Commissioner Ohlhausen will appear as a panelist at Privacy, Encryption, and Consumer Rights: A New Boardroom Challenge, 22nd Annual Stanford Directors' College, Stanford Rock Center for Corporate Governance, Stanford Law School, Stanford, CA, 1:45 p.m. PDT
Jun
22
Chwn. Ramirez remarks at 2016 OECD Ministerial Meeting
Chairwoman Ramirez will deliver remarks at the 2016 OECD Ministerial Meeting: “The Digital Economy: Innovation, Growth and Social Prosperity,” Panel 3.1 - Consumer Trust and Market Growth, Cancun, Quintana Roo, Mexico, 2:30 p.m. EDT
Jun
22
Cmr. Ohlhausen remarks on Antitrust Considerations in High Technology Merger Reviews
Commissioner Ohlhausen will deliver remarks on Antitrust Considerations in High Technology Merger Reviews, New York State Bar Association, Paul Weiss, New York, NY, 6:00 p.m. EDT
Jun
23
Closed Meeting Limited to Commissioners Only
Closed to the Public and Limited to Commissioners: Discussion of a law enforcement matter, 9:00 a.m. EDT.
Jun
23
Cmr. McSweeny keynote address at Chatham House Conference: Globalization of Competition Policy
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver a keynote address at the Chatham House Conference: Globalization of Competition Policy: Striving for Convergence? Clifford Chance, 10 Upper Bank Street, London, E14 5JJ. 2:00 p.m. GMT
Jun
24
Cmr. McSweeny keynote speech on Competition in the Digital Age
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver a lunchtime keynote speech on Competition in the Digital Age at a reception sponsored by the British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL), Charles Clore House, 17 Russell Square, London WCIB 5JP- 1st Floor, 12:30 p.m. GMT
Jun
25
Cmr. McSweeny keynote speech on Competition in the Digital Age at The Antitrust Enforcement Symposium
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver a keynote speech on Competition in the Digital Age at the The Antitrust Enforcement Symposium 2016 sponsored by the Journal of Antitrust Enforcement (JAE), Harold Lee Room, Pembroke College, St Aldate's, Oxford OX1 1DW. 1:10 p.m. GMT
Jun
27
Cmr. Ohlhausen on ABA panel on Procedural Fairness/Due Process
Commissioner Ohlhausen will serve on a panel on Procedural Fairness/Due Process sponsored by the ABA, International Committee of the Antitrust Section, Baker Botts, 1299 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, #1250, Washington, DC, 12 noon EDT.
Jun
28
Cmr. Ohlhausen keynote speech at Heritage Foundation
Commissioner Ohlhausen will deliver a keynote speech, Federal Online Data Security Regulation: Where Are We Going? at the Heritage Foundation, Lehrman Auditorium, 214 Massachusetts Ave., NE, Washington, DC, 12 noon EDT.
Jun
29
Cmr. McSweeny speech at Taiwan International Conference on Competition Policy Law
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver a speech, “A U.S. Enforcer's Perspective: Protecting Competition and Promoting Innovation” for a panel on “Technology Innovations and Competition Policy” at the Taiwan International Conference on Competition Policy Law: Strategies of Competition...
Jun
29
Lois Greisman, Assoc. Director, FTC Div. of Marketing Practices, will deliver Commission testimony at hearing before Senate Judiciary Committee
Lois Greisman, Associate Director, Division of Marketing Practices, will deliver Commission testimony on Protecting Older Americans from Financial Exploitation at a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Dirksen Senate Office Building 226, Washington, DC, 10:00 a.m. EDT...
Jul
7
Cmr. McSweeny speech at AI Now: The Social and Economic Implications of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Near-Term
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver remarks at AI Now: The Social and Economic Implications of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Near-Term, a symposium sponsored by Artificial Intelligence NOW, Grand Hall, NYU Kimmel Center, New York, NY, at 8:30 a.m. EDT
Jul
7
Cmr. McSweeny speech at the Bloomberg Government Dinner
Commissioner McSweeny will deliver remarks at the Bloomberg Government Dinner, sponsored by Bloomberg Government, NoPa Kitchen and Bar, 800 F St. NW, Washington, D.C., at 7.30 p.m. EDT
Jul
8
Closed Meeting Limited to Commissioners Only
Closed to the Public and Limited to Commissioners: Discussion of a law enforcement matter, 3:00 p.m. EDT.
Jul
13
Working Together to Protect Michigan Consumers: A Common Ground Conference
Join law enforcement and consumer advocates for this free event to discuss issues affecting Michigan’s consumers. Learn about emerging trends and new and existing challenges. Explore ways to collaborate and share information and resources. Discussions will include recent consumer...
Jul
14
Closed Commission Meeting
Closed to the public: Consideration of possible enforcement action in a nonpublic Part II matter, 3:00 p.m. EDT
Jul
15
FTC Press Conference: Herbalife
A press conference with FTC Chairwoman Edith Ramirez was held at 10 a.m. ET, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Room 432, Washington, DC. Chairwoman Ramirez and FTC staff took questions from the media about the case. The event was webcast live. Archival video of the press conference is...
Jul
18
Cmr. McSweeny will participate in an MIT Workshop on Obama Tech Policy
Commissioner McSweeny will participate in an MIT Workshop on Obama Tech Policy sponsored by the MIT Internet Policy Research Initiative, 6th floor of E-52 (MIT Samberg Center, 50 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA), 10 a.m. EDT
Jul
18
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at a discussion sponsored by Mobile Future
Commissioner Ohlhausen will participate in a panel discussion sponsored by Mobile Future, Cleveland, Ohio., 4 p.m.
Jul
19
Cmr. McSweeny will participate in the second day of an MIT Workshop on Obama Tech Policy
Commissioner McSweeny will participate in the second day of the MIT Workshop on Obama Tech Policy sponsored by the MIT Internet Policy Research Initiative, 6th floor of E-52 (MIT Samberg Center, 50 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA), 10 a.m. EDT
Jul
19
Cmr. Ohlhausen a panelist at “The New Internet of Things Economy”
Commissioner Ohlhausen will participate in a panel discussion on “The New Internet of Things Economy” sponsored by Roll Call Newspaper, Cleveland, Ohio, 12:00 p.m.
Jul
20
Chwn. Ramirez a panelist at Capitalising Smart Cities and Nations: Data Protection in the “Age of Data,” in Singapore
Chairwoman Ramirez will participate in a panel session, Capitalising Smart Cities and Nations: Data Protection in the “Age of Data,” as part of Personal Data Protection Seminar: Bridging Innovation and Trust, Stamford Ballroom Raffles City Convention Centre (RCCC), Level 4 -...
Jul
21
Chwn. Ramirez will participate in the 45th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) Forum
Chairwoman Ramirez will participate in the 45th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) Forum, Raffle City Convention Centre (RCCC) 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore, 9:00am Singapore Time
Jul
22
Chwn. Ramirez will participate in the second day of the 45th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) Forum
Chairwoman Ramirez will participate in the second day of the 45th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) Forum, Raffle City Convention Centre (RCCC) 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore, 9:00 a.m. Singapore Time
Jul
22
Cmr. McSweeny a panelist at “DC Meets Detroit: Government Automotive Cybersecurity Roundtable”
Commissioner McSweeny will participate in an open panel, “DC Meets Detroit: Government Automotive Cybersecurity Roundtable,” Billington Global Automotive Cybersecurity Summit 2016, COBO Center, 1 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, MI, 10:10 a.m.
Jul
27
Commissioner McSweeny on ITIF panel session sponsored by Information Technology Innovation Foundation
Commissioner McSweeny will participate in an ITIF panel session, sponsored by the Information Technology Innovation Foundation, SEI Innovation Studio at Kimmel Center, 300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102, 10:30 a.m. EDT
Jul
28
Cmr. McSweeny speech at Navigating the New Matchmaker Economy: The Role of Antitrust and Regulation
Commissioner McSweeny will speak at “Navigating the New Matchmaker Economy: The Role of Antitrust and Regulation”. George Washington Competition Law Center, 2000 H Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20052, 12 p.m. EDT
Aug
5
Cmr. McSweeny talk on “Research on the Machines: Help the FTC Protect Privacy & Security” at DEFCON 2016
Commissioner McSweeny will participate in a talk with Lorrie Cranor on “Research on the Machines: Help the FTC Protect Privacy & Security” as part of DEFCON 2016, Las Vegas, NV 89109, 1:00 p.m. PDT
Aug
5
Cmr. McSweeny talk with Joe Calandrino, “Is Your Internet Light ON” at DEFCON 2016
Commissioner McSweeny will participate in a talk with Joe Calandrino, “Is Your Internet Light ON” as part of DEFCON 2016, Las Vegas, NV 89109, 4 p.m. EDT
Sep
7
Fall Technology Series: Ransomware
With alarming frequency, ransomware hackers are sneaking into consumer and business computers, encrypting files containing photos, documents and other important data, and then demanding a ransom in exchange for the key needed to decrypt the files. At times, these hackers pose as the...
Sep
15
Putting Disclosures to the Test
The Federal Trade Commission will host a public workshop in Washington, DC on September 15, 2016 to examine the testing and evaluation of disclosures that companies make to consumers about advertising claims, privacy practices, and other information. Effective disclosures are...
Sep
16
Marketing Science – Federal Trade Commission Economic Conference on Marketing and Consumer Protection
The Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Economics and Marketing Science are co-organizing a one-day conference to bring together scholars interested in issues at the intersection of marketing and consumer protection policy and regulation. As the primary consumer protection law...
Oct
13
Fall Technology Series: Drones
Americans are increasingly familiar with drones, also known as Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). These devices have become one of consumers’ most popular technology purchases; some estimate nearly one million new drones will be purchased in 2016. Many consumer drones are controlled by...
Oct
26
FinTech Series: Crowdfunding & Peer-to-Peer Payments
This fall, the Commission will host a forum – the second in its FinTech series – on crowdfunding and peer-to-peer payment systems. Crowdfunding is the process by which companies and individuals raise money from the public to fund new products, projects or individual needs. Peer-to-...
Nov
3
Ninth Annual Federal Trade Commission Microeconomics Conference
The Federal Trade Commission's Bureau of Economics will host a two-day conference to bring together scholars working in areas related to the FTC’s antitrust, consumer protection, and public policy missions.
Dec
6
Changing Consumer Demographics
The FTC will host a workshop on December 6, 2016 bring together researchers, marketers, community groups, and law enforcement to examine the changing consumer demographics in this country and how they will affect the FTC’s future work. More information on the workshop will be...
Dec
7
