On Tuesday, October 11, 2016, the D.C. Circuit Court issued its opinion in PHH Corp. v. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, holding that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was unconstitutionally structured. In the majority opinion, … [Read more] about D.C. Circuit Holds CFPB is Unconstitutionally Constructed; Removes For-Cause Removal Protection from CFPB Director
Supreme Court Denies Cert in Leading Case on Internet Tracking and Analytics
The Supreme Court recently declined to review In re Google Inc. Cookie Placement Consumer Privacy Litigation—a consolidated class action alleging that Google and third-party advertisers evaded web browser privacy settings, causing cookies to be … [Read more] about Supreme Court Denies Cert in Leading Case on Internet Tracking and Analytics
New York State Financial Services Regulator Issues Proposed Cybersecurity Regulations
On September 13, 2016, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the issuance of proposed “first-in-the-nation” cybersecurity regulations for entities regulated by the New York Department of Financial Services (DFS), including jurisdictional banks, insurance … [Read more] about New York State Financial Services Regulator Issues Proposed Cybersecurity Regulations
German DPA Publishes First Privacy Shield Guidelines, Requires German-Law Contracts for Transfers
On June 7, 2016, the European Commission adopted the US-EU Privacy Shield. Companies that self-certify under Privacy Shield with the US Department of Commerce – dubbed “Privacy Shield organizations” – are thus officially recognized by the EU as … [Read more] about German DPA Publishes First Privacy Shield Guidelines, Requires German-Law Contracts for Transfers
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Issues Emergency Preparedness Requirements That Address Cyber-Attacks
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (“CMS”) issued a final rule on September 8th, 2016 establishing national emergency preparedness requirements for providers and suppliers participating in Medicare and Medicaid in response to … [Read more] about Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Issues Emergency Preparedness Requirements That Address Cyber-Attacks