FTC's Fintech Forum Continues Focus On Emerging Technologies Including AI And Blockchain Technologies

The Federal Trade Commission continues its efforts to be the leading federal regulator in the areas of privacy and data security.  Its latest FinTech Forum highlights emerging issues relating to blockchain, machine learning, and related tools that increasingly influence how sensitive information about consumers is collected, used, shared and secured.  These programs help inform the agency's efforts as it sets policy aimed at protecting consumers, while also promoting innovation that benefits consumers.  Programs such as the latest emerging issues forum help the FTC to understand the "ways in which these technologies are being used to offer consumer services, the potential benefits, and consumer protection implications as these technologies continue to develop."