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Founders of Cryptocurrency-Focused Tech Company Face Federal Fraud Charges
Colby Hamilton
Two heads of a tech company that raised tens of millions through an initial coin offering for what was sold as the world's first multi-blockchain debit card now face federal civil and criminal charges for allegedly defrauding investors.
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The Power of Certifications In the Legal Industry
Jared Coseglia
<b><i>Part One of a Two-Part Article</b></i><p>The key paths and the corresponding certifications available for lawyers — and nonlawyers — to pursue to help successfully administer a career in the legal industry in the coming decade.
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Key Tech Terms to Know: Archives, Backups, Disaster Recovery and “as-a-Service”
Jeff Ton
A few essential definitions, intended to provide clarity and guidance to firms that are exploring how to improve their data compliance, protection and recovery posture.
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<i>E-Discovery:</i> Streamlining the Admissibility of ESI: Amendments to Federal Rule of Evidence 902
Maureen O'Neill
The new provisions of F.R.E. 902 bring the rule into the digital age, streamlining the process of authenticating electronically stored information and admitting it into evidence.
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SEC Releases New Guidance on Cybersecurity Disclosures and Controls
David F. Katz
On Feb. 21, 2018, the SEC voted unanimously to approve a statement and interpretive guidance to assist the public in preparing disclosures about cybersecurity risks and incidents. The new guidance expands upon previous guidance provided in October of 2011.
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<i>A Roundtable Discussion:</i> How Evolving Media Types and Cybersecurity Concerns Are Impacting e-Discovery
ssalkin
In this roundtable discussion, two law firm partners and two GCs share their experience and insight on the evolving nature of e-discovery and its intersection with AI, cybersecurity and privacy.
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Cyber Risk Assessments are a Critical Component of All Cybersecurity Programs
Collin J. Hite
Many companies remain overwhelmed by the prospect of developing a cybersecurity program. Too many still see cyber crime as an IT issue, and simply defer to that department. Cybersecurity is most definitely an information security issue and it must be treated as such. Failure to recognize this concept almost ensures a weak cybersecurity program that remains highly vulnerable to breaches.
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The Struggle to Keep Up With Data Privacy Regulations
Chris Maguire
Data privacy is one of the most important issues facing corporations, and amidst the challenges of protecting customer data, the regulatory landscape that oversees it is shifting on an almost daily basis. With changes occurring at such a rapid pace across all corners of the globe, it's not surprising that organizations are increasingly finding themselves inadequately prepared to deal with these regulations.
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Life in the (Regulated) Fast Lane: Companies Must Navigate Global Privacy Rules on Self-Driving Cars
Caroline Spiezio
<b><i>The race is on to develop the best technology for autonomous vehicles, but there are also drives to increase regulation around the data these cars and trucks collect.</b></i><p>Clearly, it's an exciting time to be in the autonomous car industry, and the race is on to develop the best tech first. But with an increasingly complex legal landscape, lawyers need to focus on compliance with evolving data privacy regulations.
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Corporate Counsel Are Tackling Their Data Risk All at Once: Can They Do It?
Gabrielle Orum Hernández
A new BDO study finds a lack of priorities in data-related spending could, eventually, leave companies overstretched.
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