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Eddy Udegbe

4/7/2026

First-Party Data Strategy: The Consent-First Approach

Third-party cookies are dead for compliant marketing. First-party data and consent management are the foundation β€” here is a consent-first strategy.

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Eddy Udegbe

4/7/2026

Salazar v. Paramount Global

Salazar v. Paramount Global (No. 25-459) is the Supreme Court case that will define the scope of the VPPA for the next decade. Here is the fact pattern, the courts, and what's at stake.

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Eddy Udegbe

4/1/2026

PieEye vs CookieYes: CIPA Compliance Compared

CookieYes can fire Google tags before consent β€” a direct CIPA violation. Here is the five-capability comparison against CIPA's prior consent standard.

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Eddy Udegbe

4/1/2026

PieEye vs OneTrust: CIPA Compliance Compared

OneTrust requires custom engineering for CIPA compliance beyond its standard setup. Here is the five-capability comparison for demand letter protection.

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Eddy Udegbe

4/1/2026

PieEye vs Osano: CIPA Compliance Compared

Osano has three CIPA capability gaps β€” and its No Fines guarantee does not cover CIPA litigation costs. Full five-capability comparison inside.

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Eddy Udegbe

4/1/2026

VPPA 'Consumer' Definition Explained

The VPPA's "consumer" definition is the central battleground in VPPA litigation. Here is the circuit split and what Salazar v. Paramount may settle.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/26/2026

CIPA Arbitration Demands: What They Are

Most CIPA claims are resolved in arbitration β€” quietly and without public record. Here is how it works and what your response protocol must include.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/26/2026

Website Tracking and VPPA Liability

VPPA liability in 2026 comes from Meta Pixel, not video stores. Here is how modern tracking triggers VPPA liability and how to build defensible tracking.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/24/2026

California SB 690 and CIPA

SB 690 passed the California Senate 35-0 then stalled. It cannot take effect before 2027. Waiting for it is not a compliance strategy.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/22/2026

The Salazar v. Paramount Global VPPA Decision

The Supreme Court granted cert in Salazar v. Paramount β€” the most consequential VPPA case in a generation. Here is the circuit split and what to do now.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/20/2026

VPPA Compliance for Websites with Embedded Video

VPPA makes companies liable for disclosing video-watching habits without consent. Damages run up to $2,500 per violation. Here is what compliance requires.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/19/2026

Frasco v. Flo Health: The CIPA Jury Verdict

A 2025 jury found Meta liable under CIPA for capturing health data without consent. Here are five compliance lessons every website operator should take.

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River Starnes

3/16/2026

Navigating the CIPA Compliance Maze for eCommerce Brands

Explore CIPA compliance challenges and solutions for eCommerce, including consent complexities and legal risks. (150–160 chars)

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Eddy Udegbe

3/15/2026

CIPA Compliance Checklist: 60 Items to Audit (2026)

A two-tier CIPA checklist: 10 quick questions to identify gaps, plus 60 audit items across 6 workstreams. Built for compliance and marketing teams.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/15/2026

Guide to CIPA Demand Letters

Thousands of businesses have received CIPA demand letters targeting routine tracking. Here is what the letter means and steps to take in the next 72 hours.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/15/2026

CIPA and Website Tracking

A complete CIPA compliance guide covering the technical audit, pre-consent blocking, vendor contracts, privacy policy, and ongoing compliance operations.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/15/2026

Meta Pixel and CIPA: Legal Liability Guide

Meta Pixel appears in more CIPA demand letters than any other tool. Here is why the tape recorder defense fails and the three failure patterns to avoid.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/15/2026

Session Replay Tools and CIPA

Session replay tools create CIPA Β§ 631(a) exposure, but the tape recorder defense applies if your vendor contract is structured per Graham v. Noom.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/11/2026

Mastering Privacy Compliance

Discover tactical insights into privacy compliance for mid-market eCommerce brands. Learn from real-world cases and future trends.

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Eddy Udegbe

3/9/2026

Navigating Consent Compliance

Learn to avoid pitfalls in consent compliance for eCommerce by integrating legal and technical solutions. Practical insights inside. (150–160 chars)

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Eddy Udegbe

3/3/2026

Cross-Border Data Transfers: eCommerce Compliance Guide

Learn how to ensure compliance with cross-border data transfer regulations to protect revenue and brand reputation.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/27/2026

Navigating Data Compliance

Explore the critical role of CMPs in eCommerce, tackling compliance, integration, and user trust challenges effectively.

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Jude Braithwaite

2/26/2026

Privacy Compliance for eCommerce: Strategies and Pitfalls

Understand personal data, processing scope, and privacy law thresholds to avoid compliance pitfalls in eCommerce. Learn more.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/23/2026

Navigating Quebec's Law 25

Understand Quebec's Law 25 for eCommerce complianceβ€”penalties, consent, and steps to ensure data privacy.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/19/2026

Optimizing Data Collection

Master data minimization for GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA compliance while enhancing efficiency and trust.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/12/2026

Navigating APRA: eCommerce Compliance Guide

Master APRA compliance with insights on consumer rights, business obligations, and real-world implementation challenges.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/11/2026

Navigating California's Digital Age Assurance Act

Discover how mid-market eCommerce brands can navigate California's Digital Age Assurance Act, balancing compliance with user experience.

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Jude Braithwaite

2/11/2026

Mastering DSAR Compliance for eCommerce Brands

Navigate DSARs effectively with timely, transparent responses to avoid compliance risks. Learn how integration and strategy play crucial roles.

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River Starnes

2/11/2026

Navigating GDPR Compliance

Explore the implications of the CJEU ruling on observed data for GDPR compliance in eCommerce. Tackle DSAR challenges with actionable insights.

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River Starnes

2/10/2026

2026 CCPA Amendments: What eCommerce Brands Must Do

Discover key changes in the 2026 CCPA amendments impacting eCommerce compliance and practical steps to adapt.

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Jude Braithwaite

2/10/2026

Navigating the Digital Omnibus

Explore the Digital Omnibus Regulation's impact on eCommerce compliance, from data classification to AI expansion.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/10/2026

Navigating Washington's My Health My Data Act

Explore how the My Health My Data Act impacts eCommerce, with insights on compliance challenges and solutions. (150–160 chars)

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Eddy Udegbe

2/9/2026

Navigating the CCPA and CPRA Landscape

Explore how CCPA and CPRA impact eCommerce data privacy compliance, enhancing consumer rights and imposing new business obligations.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/7/2026

Navigating the Regulatory Labyrinth

Explore risk assessments to ensure GDPR, CCPA, CPRA compliance and mitigate data privacy vulnerabilities.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/4/2026

The Business Impact of Cookie Compliance

Discover why cookie compliance is crucial for mid-market eCommerce brands to enhance privacy, build trust, and drive growth.

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SEO Team

2/4/2026

Privacy Solutions for eCommerce: Pros and Cons

Explore the pros and cons of privacy solutions tailored for mid-market eCommerce brands. Discover the best practices for compliance and governance.

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River Starnes

2/2/2026

2026 Data Privacy Trends: What eCommerce Must Prepare For

Explore 2026 data privacy trends, focusing on children's privacy and consent mechanisms, and learn how to ensure compliance in eCommerce.

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Jude Braithwaite

2/2/2026

Mastering DSAR Compliance

Navigate DSAR challenges in eCommerce. Overcome identity verification and data mapping issues for CCPA and CPRA compliance.

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Eddy Udegbe

2/2/2026

Navigating the Data Privacy Maze

Master opt-out processes to build trust and comply with GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA. Avoid pitfalls & ensure seamless consumer experiences.

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Eddy Udegbe

1/28/2026

Creating a Privacy Policy for Your TikTok Shop

Learn how to create a privacy policy for your TikTok Shop with this comprehensive guide for mid-market eCommerce brands.

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SEO Team

1/28/2026

Navigating Google CMP Requirements

Discover essential guidelines for eCommerce brands to navigate Google CMP requirements for web, mobile, and CTV platforms.

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Eddy Udegbe

1/26/2026

Mastering the Transition to Server-Side Tagging for…

Learn how mid-market eCommerce brands can transition to server-side tagging in 2026 to enhance privacy, compliance, and data accuracy.

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Eddy Udegbe

1/21/2026

Navigating Privacy Compliance

Explore how Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act changes in 2026 will impact eCommerce privacy compliance and governance.

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Eddy Udegbe

1/14/2026

AI-Driven Data Privacy Compliance

Navigate AI-powered data discovery & consent management for eCommerce compliance success. Avoid pitfalls and drive revenue.

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Marc Parrish

1/13/2026

Navigating California's Data Privacy Laws

Explore how California's privacy laws affect eCommerce. Balance compliance with personalization and build consumer trust.

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Marc Parrish

1/11/2026

TCF 2.3 Compliance Guide for eCommerce Brands

TCF 2.3 updates impact GDPR compliance, crucial for EU & UK eCommerce brands. Ensure clarity, avoid pitfalls, and secure compliance efficiently.

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Eddy Udegbe

1/8/2026

The Rise of AI in Privacy Management

Explore how AI is transforming privacy management for mid-market eCommerce brands, tackling GDPR, CCPA, and compliance challenges.

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Eddy Udegbe

1/4/2026

Florida’s Wiretapping Law

Explore Florida's Wiretapping Law and its implications for e-commerce privacy compliance. Learn how GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA intersect with state laws.

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The PieEye Team

6/30/2025

Blog

Unveiling the Hidden Secrets of Your Online Privacy: What They Know and How It Affects You.

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Marc Parrish

6/30/2025

California Data Privacy Laws

Uncover Why California is Pioneering the Data Privacy Revolution: A Deep Dive into the State's Groundbreaking Legislation

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The PieEye Team

6/30/2025

GDPR In eCommerce

Discover the Unseen Power of GDPR: Unlocking Trust and Ensuring Compliance in eCommerce

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Eddy Udegbe

6/30/2025

Privacy Impact Assessments

Learn about Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and how they help organizations identify and mitigate privacy risks in data processing activities.

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Eddy Udegbe

6/30/2025

The Ultimate Guide To GDPR

Unravel the Mystery of GDPR: How It Impacts Your eCommerce Business and How to Comply

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Eddy Udegbe

6/29/2025

Cookie Banners and CIPA: Consent Tool Audit

Most cookie banners record consent without blocking tracking. This four-part audit shows whether your banner enforces CIPA prior consent standard.

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