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Eight-State Consortium of Privacy Regulators Marks Shift Toward Coordinated Enforcement

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP on 5/5/2025

In a major development for businesses subject to state data privacy laws, eight state privacy regulators have joined forces to form the “Consortium of Privacy Regulators,” a bipartisan coalition aimed at coordinating...more

AI Legislation: The Statewide Spotlight — The Consumer Finance Podcast

Troutman Pepper Locke on 5/1/2025

Join us for a special crossover episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast and Regulatory Oversight, where Chris Willis, Kim Phan, and Gene Fishel delve into the evolving world of state AI legislation. As AI becomes a pivotal...more

Right To Know - April 2025, Vol. 28

Clark Hill PLC on 4/11/2025

Welcome to your monthly rundown of all things cyber, privacy, and technology, where we highlight all the happenings you may have missed. ...more

2024 State AGs Year in Review - UPDATED 4/1/25

Morrison & Foerster LLP on 4/2/2025

In 2024, state attorneys general (“State AGs”) focused on a broad variety of areas and industries including, in particular, emerging industries such as artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy and social media protections....more

NY Settles With Insurer on Data Breach Rooted in Security Deficiencies

Cozen O'Connor on 3/28/2025

New York AG Letitia James settled with Root Insurance Company to resolve allegations that the company’s data security deficiencies led to a 2021 data breach involving 72,000 people, in violation of state consumer protection...more

2024 State AGs Year in Review

Morrison & Foerster LLP on 3/24/2025

In 2024, state attorneys general (State AGs) focused on a broad variety of areas and industries including, in particular, emerging industries such as artificial intelligence (AI) and privacy and social media protections....more

California attorney general shuts down alleged cryptocurrency scams

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP on 3/17/2025

On March 10, California Attorney General Rob Bonta released news of shutting down 42 allegedly fake cryptocurrency websites in 2024 that scammed victims out of at least $6.5 million. The scams supposedly issued an average...more

State Attorneys General May Fill Enforcement Void Left by Shift in Federal Priorities

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP on 3/14/2025

Key Points - - State AGs nationwide are focusing on initiatives in data privacy, cybersecurity, consumer protection and securities fraud. - Special areas of concern also include AI and online privacy and protections for...more

Managing Fraud Risk in Consumer Wires

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP on 3/7/2025

As anticipated, 2025 is already shaping up to be a busy year in consumer financial services, with a federal district court expanding the application of a strict consumer protection law to wire transfers. The potential for a...more

MoForecast: State AGs and the Future of Privacy Enforcement – What You Need to Know

Morrison & Foerster LLP on 3/5/2025

Faced with emerging challenges in privacy and cybersecurity, state attorneys general (AGs) are at the forefront of enforcement. Companies face increasing expectations to implement robust cybersecurity programs, promptly...more

DOGE Blocked from Access to Department of Treasury Payment Systems

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider on 2/28/2025

On February 21, 2025, a federal district court judge from the Southern District of New York issued a preliminary injunction against the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE), access to Treasury Department payment...more

Bipartisan Leadership and Reform at NAAG: Insights From Brian Kane — Regulatory Oversight Podcast

Troutman Pepper Locke on 2/26/2025

In this episode of Regulatory Oversight, Clay Friedman, co-leader of the firm's State Attorneys General (AG) practice, welcomes back Brian Kane, executive director of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG). They...more

NYAG Enforcement Outlook – What to Expect in 2025

Morrison & Foerster LLP on 2/25/2025

The New York Attorney General (NYAG) is expected to increase enforcement actions in 2025, especially with the enactment of several new laws designed to strengthen consumer protection and employment. At the federal level, the...more

New York State amends law on data breach notifications

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP on 2/24/2025

On February 14, the Governor of New York signed into law SB 804 (the “Act”), which amends the general business law concerning when and how notifications for data breaches are provided to the New York Department of Financial...more

U.S. SDNY retains restrictions on DOGE’s access to Treasury payment systems

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP on 2/20/2025

Recently, the U.S. SDNY left in place a temporary restraining order that was imposed on DOGE from accessing Treasury payment systems. As previously covered by InfoBytes, the U.S. SDNY blocked DOGE temporarily from accessing...more

Marriott Settles for $52M & Enhances Data Protections After Multi-State Investigations

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP on 2/10/2025

Marriott has agreed to pay $52 million dollars and implement new consumer data protections to settle investigations by attorneys general from 49 states and the Federal Trade Commission, following data breaches that occurred...more

OEMs Seek to Enjoin Enforcement of Maine Right to Repair Act

Seyfarth Shaw LLP on 2/4/2025

On Friday, January 31, 2025, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation (“Auto Innovators”), a trade association representing manufacturers in the auto industry, filed a lawsuit in federal court in Maine seeking to enjoin...more

Capital Forum Provides Roadmap of Likely State Law Enforcement Priorities in 2025 and Beyond

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. on 2/3/2025

The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) is a nonpartisan national forum for America’s state and territory attorneys general to collaboratively address issues important to their work protecting the rule of law and...more

2024 State AG Year in Review

Troutman Pepper Locke on 1/30/2025

State attorneys general (AGs) continue to play a pivotal role as innovators, shaping the regulatory environment by leveraging their expertise and resources to influence policy and practice. The public-facing nature of AG...more

True Facts About False Claims: MoFo's FCA Newsletter - January 2025

Morrison & Foerster LLP on 1/28/2025

Designed for busy in-house counsel and compliance professionals, this newsletter seeks to bring you up to speed on key federal and state False Claims Act (FCA) developments, with links to primary resources. Each quarter, we...more

Businesses Have 30 Days to Report a Security Breach of New Yorker’s Private Information

Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP on 1/17/2025

New York State Governor Hochul recently gave us a “pre” New Year’s gift: effective on December 21, 2024, any individuals or businesses possessing the “private information” of New Yorkers must notify them, and certain state...more

Oregon Issues AI Guidance for Businesses

Troutman Pepper Locke on 1/13/2025

As one of her last acts in office, on December 24, 2024, Oregon Attorney General (AG) Ellen Rosenblum issued guidance for businesses deploying artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The guidance highlights the risks...more

2025 State Attorneys General Predictions

Morrison & Foerster LLP on 1/7/2025

The year 2024 remained a busy one for state attorneys general (State AGs) and 2025 promises to be even busier. To assist in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and defense lawyers navigate the 2025 State AG enforcement...more

State AGs Close Out 2024 and Preview 2025 at NAAG Capital Forum

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP on 1/6/2025

2024’s National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) Capital Forum took place December 9-11. The Kelley Drye State AG Practice team was there as the AGs closed out a year of insights, including Oregon Attorney General...more

The State AG Report – 12.19.2024

Cozen O'Connor on 12/23/2024

Here are curated AG and federal regulatory news stories highlighting key areas in which state and federal regulators’ decisions are having an impact across the US: •Illinois AG’s and FTC’s Settlement Takes a $25 Million...more

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