Richart Ruddie
Richart Ruddie: A Visionary Leader in Data Privacy
Richart Ruddie is a passionate advocate for data privacy and the founding superhero of Captain Compliance, with the mantra to build Captain Compliance into a global leading resource for organizations navigating the ever-evolving landscape of data protection regulations. With a deep understanding of the complex legal and ethical issues surrounding data privacy, Richart is an IAPP certified member based out of South Florida and after a successful career in the online public relations space has dedicated his career to empowering businesses to build trust with their customers and operate in a responsible and compliant manner.
A Trailblazer in Data Privacy
Richart’s foresight in recognizing the growing importance of data privacy when just 1 state privacy law existed led him to establish Captain Compliance to serve the growing need for help with privacy matters.
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GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE SitusAMC Breach and Its Ripple Effects on Financial Data Security
Few events underscore the fragility of our digital trust infrastructure quite like the recent breach at SitusAMC.
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY – CPRA 7 Critical CCPA Updates You Must Prepare for Before January 1st
California continues to lead the nation in consumer privacy protection.
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY – CPRA CIPA Defense Strategies: Getting Cases Dismissed Under California’s Invasion of Privacy Act
Dealing with a privacy lawsuit for unlawful tracking? Our privacy software keeps you compliant to not only avoid future claims but we…
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY – CPRA CalPrivacy: California’s Privacy Protection Authority’s New Name
California’s data privacy watchdog has undergone a significant transformation.
AI The First Anthropic AI-Orchestrated Cyber Espionage Campaign
In September 2025, Anthropic detected and disrupted what they assess to be the first documented large-scale cyberattack executed with minimal human intervention.
DATA Who Really Owns Privacy in Your Organization? The Strategic Placement Debate
Every general counsel I’ve spoken with recently faces the same uncomfortable question during board meetings: “Who actually owns privacy here?” The awkward…
DATA Engineering Cybersecurity Programs for Multi-Jurisdictional Privacy Compliance
Cybersecurity and privacy compliance are no longer parallel tracks they’re converging requirements that demand integrated strategies.
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY – CPRA AG Bonta Fines Sling TV $530,000 – Plus the Latest CCPA Penalties You Need to Know
Even more privacy enforcement from California.
LinkedIn Stuck With Three Lawsuits Over Online Data Tracking
Privacy lawsuits are making headlines daily. Law firms have figured out that they can sue any website operator who runs a Linkedin…
Colorado Attorney General’s Office Finalizes Latest Colorado Privacy Act Rulemaking
Earlier this month the Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser’s office announced the final revisions to the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) rulemaking package.
GOVERNANCE RISK AND COMPLIANCE Maryland’s Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) America’s Most Restrictive State Privacy Law
On October 1, 2025, Maryland became the 18th U.S. state to enforce a comprehensive consumer privacy law. What stands out however is…
CALIFORNIA PRIVACY – CPRA The Personal Injury Lawyer is Coming for Your Data Breach: Why SMBs Must Act Now
As a leading data privacy software provider helping business owners to protect their businesses by installing and setting up cookie consent banners,…
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