Google's Texas Run-In

Welcome to the CHEQ Up

In this first episode, we dive into one of the most revealing privacy cases in recent memory—the enforcement action against Google by the state of Texas. This case shows why toggles, checkboxes, and cookie settings alone can’t keep your business or your customers safe.

Inside the episode:

• Why “trusting the toggles” leaves compliance to chance

• How cookie obsession distracts from bigger risks

• The rise of AI bots as unseen privacy threats

• Why privacy and security can no longer live apart

You’ll also hear how these lessons apply beyond Big Tech—impacting enterprises, vendors, and even internal teams that rely on outdated compliance measures.

Takeaway:

Google’s case proves that privacy settings alone aren’t enough. Real protection comes from uniting privacy and security into a single, enforceable practice—one that keeps every layer of your digital stack under control.