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FTC Targets EdTech Data Practices in Final Order Following Major Student Data Breach

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On June 5, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) gave final approval to a modified consent order against Illuminate Education, Inc. (“EdTech Provider”), a K-12 software vendor, settling allegations that the EdTech Provider did not adequately protect the personal data of more than 10 million students. The action — which follows a public comment period and builds on a proposed order issued in December 2025 — sends a clear signal to organizations handling student data, children's information, … [Read more] about FTC Targets EdTech Data Practices in Final Order Following Major Student Data Breach

New Executive Order Promotes AI Innovation While Strengthening Cybersecurity Defenses

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On June 2, 2026, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled "Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security" (the "Order"). The Order reflects the Administration's stated policy of advancing U.S. AI leadership through … [Read more] about New Executive Order Promotes AI Innovation While Strengthening Cybersecurity Defenses

Produce the Prompts: A Court Says Expert AI Inputs Are Fair Game in Discovery

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A federal court just delivered one of the clearest messages yet on AI in litigation: if an expert used AI to do the work, the prompts may be discoverable. In Conservation Law Foundation, Inc. v. Shell Oil Company et al., Magistrate Judge Thomas O. … [Read more] about Produce the Prompts: A Court Says Expert AI Inputs Are Fair Game in Discovery

Louisiana Delays App Store Accountability Effective Date to July 2027

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On May 15, 2026, the Louisiana Governor signed HB 977 (Bill) into law, delaying the effective date of the Louisiana App Store Accountability Act (ASAA) by one year, to July 1, 2027. The amendments to the Louisiana ASAA come amid ongoing First … [Read more] about Louisiana Delays App Store Accountability Effective Date to July 2027

NYDFS Issues Frontier AI Advisory and Guidance for Heightened Cyber Threat Environment

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On May 21, 2026, the New York Department of Financial Services (“NYDFS”) issued two Industry Letters to the organizations it regulates (“Regulated Entities”): “Heightened Cybersecurity Risks Associated with Frontier AI Models” (the “Advisory”) and … [Read more] about NYDFS Issues Frontier AI Advisory and Guidance for Heightened Cyber Threat Environment