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FTC Requests Comments on Cloud Computing Business Practices With Potential Data Security Impacts
Sector-Based Cybersecurity Requirements for Critical Infrastructure, From Our Water Systems to the Skies
Utah Legislature Approves Social Media Restrictions for Minors
Northern District of Illinois Clarifies Standards for Tower Dumps
The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois recently found that in order for cell tower warrants to be supported by probable cause and satisfy Fourth Amendment concerns, they must include protocols limiting the government's collection of information from individuals not involved in the underlying criminal activity.
FERC Establishes New Monitoring Requirements for Bulk Electric Systems
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has published a final rule calling for the North American Electric Reliability Corporation to develop standards for internal network cybersecurity monitoring.
How AI and Automated Systems Use Can Lead to Discrimination in Hiring
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automated systems can increase efficiency and help reduce human error.
New TSA Rail Cybersecurity Rule Shows Trend Toward Prescriptive Mandates
FTC Claims Sharing User Health Data With Advertising Platforms Is a “Security Breach”
For the first time, the Federal Trade Commission has brought an enforcement action under its 2009 Health Breach Notification Rule (HBNR).
Biden Administration Plans Mandatory Cybersecurity Regulations for Critical Infrastructure Companies
Important Lessons from the Hive Ransomware Disruption
The recently announced disruption of the Hive ransomware network is a significant and welcome accomplishment. It cuts off bad actors from the gains they sought to extract from victims and makes their continued criminal activity more challenging.
Almost There and Starting Again: CPPA Votes To Finalize Regulations and Launches Round Two
The Board of the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) approved a rulemaking package covering Sections 7000–7304 of their draft regulations on February 3, 2023.
California Attorney General Targets Popular Mobile Apps in CCPA Enforcement Sweep
As it did last year, the California Attorney General's Office recognized Data Privacy Day by announcing its latest investigative sweep under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
One Step Closer: California Privacy Protection Agency Reviews Comments for CCPA Regulations
What is the US-UK Data Access Agreement and Why Does it Matter?