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Trump Administration Releases Cyber Executive Order Revealing Renewed Strategy for U.S. Cybersecurity

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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 administration’s new directive maintains continuity of the cybersecurity goals of prior administrations and demonstrates that cybersecurity remains a bipartisan priority. However, the new EO narrows the scope of the federal government’s role and introduces a new … [Read more] about Trump Administration Releases Cyber Executive Order Revealing Renewed Strategy for U.S. Cybersecurity

New Artificial Intelligence Laws in Effect in Utah

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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

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On May 9, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed Assembly Bill A3008 into law. The omnibus legislation mandates transparency in personalized algorithmic pricing while prohibiting related discrimination. The new law also requires operators of AI … [Read more] about NY Passes Law Governing Personalized Algorithmic Pricing; AI Companions

Suite Victory: Marriott Finally Checks Out of Court

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On June 3, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit issued a pivotal ruling in longstanding litigation against Marriott International, Inc., arising out of a 2018 data breach involving its Starwood Preferred Guest Program.  In reversing … [Read more] about Suite Victory: Marriott Finally Checks Out of Court

European Vulnerability Database Published by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity

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The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has launched the European Vulnerability Database (EUVD), a tool designed to enhance digital security across the EU. The EUVD is available here. ENISA created the EUVD under the Network and … [Read more] about European Vulnerability Database Published by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity