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December 18, 2018
Alston & Bird Hosts John Frank of Microsoft to Kick Off IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress 2018
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Blog Posts July 14, 2025New York Department of Health Issues Urgent Cybersecurity Warning Following U.S. Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities
The New York State Department of Health has issued an urgent cybersecurity advisory (the Advisory) warning of increased threat levels and a higher likelihood of cybersecurity attacks from Iranian state-backed actors following U.S. military strikes on the Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan nuclear facilities in Iran. The Advisory warns that “intelligence sources indicate a high likelihood […]
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Blog Posts July 7, 2025Texas Enacts Responsible AI Governance Act
On June 22, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 149, the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (“TRAIGA”), into law. TRAIGA imposes on businesses and governmental entities obligations and prohibitions for certain uses of artificial intelligence (“AI”), amends the Texas Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act (“CUBI”) to include certain exemptions, and […]
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Blog Posts July 3, 2025Back from the Brink: District Court Clears Air Regarding Individualized Damages Assessment in Data Breach Cases
On June 27, 2025, the District Court for the Middle District of Florida, on remand from the Eleventh Circuit, reversed course when it denied class certification to a group of plaintiffs who were purportedly impacted by a spring 2018 cyberattack on Brinker International, Inc., the parent company of the popular chain restaurant, Chili’s. The recent […]
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Blog Posts July 2, 2025UK Data Protection Regulator Fines 23andMe ~$3.1 Million Following Credential Stuffing Attack
On June 5, 2025, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) fined 23andMe £2.31 million (~$3.1 million). The fine was for failing to implement adequate security measures to protect the personal data of over 155,000 UK users. The penalty followed a joint investigation with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, highlighting how regulators are […]
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Blog Posts June 27, 2025NYDFS Issues Guidance on Heightened Cybersecurity and Sanctions Risk from Global Conflict
Overview On June 23, 2025, the New York State Department of Financial Services (“NYDFS”) issued an industry letter encouraging all regulated entities to review their cybersecurity and sanctions compliance programs in light of heightened geopolitical tensions. The letter, titled “Impact of Global Conflict on Cybersecurity and Sanctions Risk,” emphasizes the elevated risk environment and reaffirms […]
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Advisories June 25, 2025Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Advisory | Data Breach Data Reviews: Challenges and What You Need to KnowOur Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Team discusses how to overcome five challenges companies face in the wake of a data security incident when reviewing impacted data to comply with legal obligations.
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Webinar June 24, 2025AI Legal Insights: Shaping Tomorrow – Program 9Join us for a panel discussion about the latest trends and developments in AI regulation and enforcement in the U.S. We will explore key developments across U.S. states and industries, highlighting potential impacts on different sectors.
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Blog Posts June 23, 2025Are You Ready For The Department Of Justice’s Bulk Data Transfer Rule?
On July 8, 2025, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) is set to lift its self-imposed pause on enforcing certain violations of its Rule Preventing Access to US Sensitive Personal Data and Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern or Covered Persons (the “Bulk Data Rule” or “DOJ Rule”), 28 CFR Part 202. The Bulk Data Rule, […]
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Advisories June 20, 2025Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Advisory | NSA, CISA, FBI, and International Partners Issue Joint Guidance on AI Data SecurityArtificial intelligence (AI) systems are vulnerable to more than just threat actors. Our Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Group examines joint guidance issued by U.S. and international cybersecurity agencies that provides best practices for protecting AI system data from various security threats.
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General Publications June 18, 2025“Policy Shifts May Follow Burst of Defense Cyber Settlements,” Law360, June 18, 2025.This article discusses the implications of recent False Claims Act cyber settlements for government contractors.
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