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 the Department’s expectations that covered institutions maintain robust controls and remain … [Read more] about NYDFS Issues Guidance on Heightened Cybersecurity and Sanctions Risk from Global Conflict
Are 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 … [Read more] about Are You Ready For The Department Of Justice’s Bulk Data Transfer Rule?
Trump Administration Releases Cyber Executive Order Revealing Renewed Strategy for U.S. Cybersecurity
On June 6, 2025, President Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) on Sustaining Select Efforts to Strengthen the Nation’s Cybersecurity, amending certain prior directives established by the Biden and Obama administrations. Importantly, the … [Read more] about Trump Administration Releases Cyber Executive Order Revealing Renewed Strategy for U.S. Cybersecurity
New Artificial Intelligence Laws in Effect in Utah
Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox signed three state AI bills into law that took effect May 7, 2025. These laws require businesses to make “you’re talking to a bot” disclosures and comply with privacy requirements when using AI in connection with consumer … [Read more] about New Artificial Intelligence Laws in Effect in Utah
NY Passes Law Governing Personalized Algorithmic Pricing; AI Companions
[THIS POST HAS BEEN UPDATED TO REFLECT CHANGES TO THE LEGISLATION PRIOR TO SIGNING.] On May 9, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed Assembly Bill A3008 into law. The omnibus legislation mandates transparency in personalized algorithmic … [Read more] about NY Passes Law Governing Personalized Algorithmic Pricing; AI Companions