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Cybersecurity for Lawyers: The NIST Cybersecurity Framework as a Tool and Reference

In this post in our series on basic cybersecurity concepts for lawyers, we delve into the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0.

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Cybersecurity for Lawyers: Open-Source Software Supply Chain Attacks

In this post in our series on basic cybersecurity concepts for lawyers, we address open-source software (OSS) supply chain risk.

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FTC Order Bans Anonymous Messaging App from Serving Minors

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Los Angeles County District Attorney announced a complaint and proposed stipulated order concerning the “NGL: ask me anything” anonymous messaging app.

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Cybersecurity for Lawyers: A Series

If you are an attorney covering cybersecurity, not only do you have to stay on top of ever-evolving legal obligations and risks, you have to be able to speak competently with your technical counterparts.

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Illinois’ Plan to Limit Privacy Violation Damages Opens New Door

Changes to Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act are awaiting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s (D) signature.

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CPPA Regulatory Delays and Enforcement Updates: Takeaways from July Board Meeting

On July 16, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) held a public meeting of its Board (the Board).

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A Midsummer State Privacy Law Update

In an active summer on the privacy front, we share a few recent updates.

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California Attorney General Announces Children’s Privacy Settlement with Mobile Game

The California Attorney General announced a settlement with Tilting Point Media LLC resolving allegations of unauthorized disclosure of children's personal information.

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A New Privacy Paradigm: Understanding Maryland’s Trailblazing Approach to Online Privacy

The end of Maryland's legislative session has ushered in one of the year's most ambitious and comprehensive consumer privacy laws.

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Minnesota's Unique Spin on Consumer Data Privacy

Minnesota's governor signed the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (MNCDPA or the Act) into law at the end of May, making Minnesota the 18th state to enact a comprehensive consumer privacy law.

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FTC Expands Health Breach Notification Rule

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on April 26, 2024, that a final rule modifying its Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR) adopted on a 3-2 vote along party lines.

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Maryland's Enactment of the Age-Appropriate Design Code Act

The Maryland Age-Appropriate Design Code Act was signed into law on May 9, 2024, with an October 1, 2024, effective date.

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Clarifying Guidance on Abundance-of-Caution Disclosures under SEC Cybersecurity Rule

The Director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Division of Corporation Finance issued a statement clarifying public companies' obligations to disclose cybersecurity incidents under Item 1.05 of Form 8-K.

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CPPA Board Updates Timing for Regulations, and Enforcement Division Releases Enforcement Advisory: Focus on Data Minimization!

This year, the blossoming of spring is accompanied by a pair of noteworthy California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) updates.

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FTC Obtains $16.5M from Avast for Sale of Sensitive Data

The FTC's action against Avast reflects its continued focus on the mass collection and sale of sensitive personal data for advertising purposes.