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Cybersecurity Considerations for Employers Sponsoring ERISA Plans

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In its most recent step to combat cybersecurity risks to employee benefit plans, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) clarified on September 6, 2024, that its guidance on cybersecurity applies to health and welfare plans as...more

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Massachusetts Supreme Court Pops Plaintiff’s Pixel Proceeding

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Companies commonly use tracking technologies – such as Meta’s “Pixel” software or “Google Analytics” – on their websites for various reasons. In numerous class actions across the country, plaintiffs have claimed that the use...more

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California Privacy Protection Agency Enacts New Data Broker Regulations to Enhance Consumer Rights

On November 8, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board unanimously approved new regulations for data brokers, strengthening the Delete Act's provisions. The Delete Act, effective since January 2024, mandates...more

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The 5 Things Every Business Needs to Know About the Modern Consumer Privacy Landscape

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It’s no longer good enough for your business to have a reactive approach to consumer privacy – you need a proactive strategy to manage compliance, foster consumer trust, and stay competitive in this modern era. While many...more

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New York State Department of Financial Services Releases Guidance on Combating Cybersecurity Risks Associated With AI

On October 16, 2024, the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) released guidance highlighting the cybersecurity risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) and how covered entities regulated by NYDFS...more

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Wiley Consumer Protection Download (November 12, 2024)

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Welcome to Wiley’s update on recent developments and what’s next in consumer protection at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC). In this newsletter, we analyze recent regulatory...more

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New York State Department of Health Adopts Hospital Cybersecurity Regulations

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In November 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced proposed regulations that would be the first state regulations for hospitals in New York. The governor described the proposed regulation as a “nation-leading...more

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Tracking Pixels, Australia and What It Means for the U.S.

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The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner recently issued practical guidance on how to deploy tracking technologies (pixels) in a privacy compliant manner under the Australian Privacy Law....more

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Key Changes and Compliance Deadlines

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On April 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) published new HIPAA regulations imposing additional requirements on covered entities to safeguard the privacy of protected health information (“PHI”)...more

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Data Privacy and Security: What’s the Difference?

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Information has always been a form of currency in society—from buying favors to building connections and generating financial gain. Businesses rely on information; now more than ever. The more data you have from your...more

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Employers and Vendors Have FCRA Obligations When Using Workplace AI Tools: Your Step-by-Step Compliance Guide

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The government recently reminded employers and vendors that they have obligations when it comes to use of workplace-related AI tools – and your business may need to update its practices in order to comply. The Consumer...more

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Chinese Court Concluded Landmark Case on Cross-Border Transfer of Personal Information

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The Guangzhou Internet Court released the first ruling interpreting the requirements for cross-border transfer of personal information under the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL). This case has significant...more

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California Privacy Protection Agency Advances Rulemaking on AI and Cybersecurity Audits

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On November 8, 2024, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) voted to proceed with formal rulemaking regarding artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity audits. This comes on the heels of the California Civil...more

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Navigating the Intersection of Data Scraping and Artificial Intelligence–A Global Data Protection Authorities Take

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In alignment with the ongoing concerns from several European data protection authorities publishing guidelines on data scrapping (i.e., the Dutch DPA, the Italian DPA and the UK Information Commissioner’s Office), the Global...more

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DOJ proposes regulations limiting certain data transfers to protect national security

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The U.S. remains on course to restrict a broad range of cross border data transfers to China, Russia, and other designated countries. On October 21, 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking...more

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Practical Approaches to the CCPA

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The California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (as amended, including by the California Privacy Rights Act, the CCPA) was drafted by a privacy rights activist, initially passed and later amended multiple times by the California...more

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6 Important Takeaways for HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates from 2024 NIST HHS OCR Conference

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On October 23-24, 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Information Technology Laboratory hosted the Safeguarding...more

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Second Circuit Expands Scope of Video Privacy Protection Act

On October 15, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit issued an opinion in Salazar, et al. v. National Basketball Association, Docket No. 23-1147, a class action lawsuit brought under the Video...more

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5 Ways Privacy Pros Can Foster Collaboration Across the Business

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We've all heard the saying, "Teamwork makes the dream work," but for privacy professionals, this isn't just an inspirational quote⁠—it's a necessity. Specifically, collaboration with colleagues in security; privacy; and...more

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UK Government Introduces New Data (Use and Access) Bill

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On October 23, the UK Government’s House of Lords had its first reading of a new proposed data protection bill, the Data (Use and Access) Bill (“DUA Bill”), as sponsored by the Department of Science, Innovation, and...more

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EU's AI Act: Ten Facts for Organisations in the UK and US

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The EU’s AI Act (the “Act”) is the world’s first comprehensive AI law. The Act manages risks posed by certain AI systems and prohibits certain AI-related practices. UK and US organisations should not assume that the Act does...more

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The human touch - AI’s role in commerce - The Visionaries

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The Productivity Paradox: Does more technology mean less growth? Is there scope to use AI in commercial contracts? Will it save time, or ultimately cost more time in review and pose greater risk?...more

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Wrangle Your Data: How to Prep Content to Get the Best Value from Your AI

Google recently unveiled its latest AI-integrated search engine—and the internet didn’t hold back, roasting it for suggesting recipes like glue-infused pizza sauce and recommending rocks as a nutritious snack. The tech...more

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Federal Contractors Have Until December 9, 2024 To Object To The Release Of Their 2021 EEO-1 Type 2 Reports Under New FOIA...

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Real World Impact: Federal contractors have until December 9, 2024 to file written objections to disclosure of their EEO-1 reports by the OFCCP in response to a recent FOIA request....more

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New York Focuses on Healthcare Cybersecurity: Recent Regulatory and Enforcement Activities

The healthcare sector has seen an alarming uptick in cybersecurity incidents, including ransomware attacks, in recent years. In response to these cybersecurity threats, New York State is ramping-up efforts to protect patient...more

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