* Posts by me_and

3 publicly visible posts • joined 30 Sep 2019

UK's cookie crumble: Data watchdog serves up tougher recipe for consent banners

me_and

Oh dear

El Reg isn't exactly a beacon of shining light here. Two buttons: I can "Accept All Cookies", or, if I want "more info and to customizer [my] settings, there's a different button for that.

Granted the additional settings aren't a maze of millions of sliders, but it's still actively more difficult to opt out than opt in.

Careful now, UK court ruling says email signature blocks can sign binding contracts

me_and

Re: So folks will be adding

I'm pretty sure "I'm giving you power of attorney on this matter" is a standard term in the contract you sign when you first instruct a solicitor in this sort of circumstance.