What is 'implied consent' and why is it generally insufficient under modern privacy regulations?
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A
Implied consent is documented consent stored in an encrypted log; regulators prefer verbal consent instead
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B
Implied consent is inferred from user behavior without explicit agreement; regulations such as GDPR require unambiguous action
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C
Implied consent refers to consent given by a legal guardian; most laws now require direct consent from the individual
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D
Implied consent is consent obtained through a third party; regulations require first-party consent only