On December 23, 2020, the European Commission (the “Commission”) published its inception impact assessment (“Inception Impact Assessment”) of policy options for establishing a European Health Data Space (“EHDS”). The Inception Impact Assessment is open for consultation until February 3, 2021, encouraging “citizens and stakeholders” to “provide views on the Commission’s understanding of the current situation,
SolarWinds Orion Supply Chain Attack
Learnings from the SolarWinds Orion cybersecurity attack
Some details on the SolarWinds attack are coming out. Full details on the attack may not be fully understood for months. But we know it has been significant. I participated in an insightful webinar conducted by #cyberereason yesterday. There was a conclusion that I’ve been thinking about since.
Some details on the SolarWinds attack are coming out. Full details on the attack may not be fully understood for months. But we know it has been significant. I participated in an insightful webinar conducted by #cyberereason yesterday. There was a conclusion that I’ve been thinking about since.
Legal Hurdles to 5G
This is a summary of the 5G conference that took place on February 28, 2020, at the USD school of law.
What is 5G?
5G is the next generation of wireless communication technology systems or “ecosystem.” It promises three improvements: (1) Speed (2) Bandwidth (3) Latency.
What is the difference between speed, bandwidth, and latency?
The Evolving World of AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the ability of a computer or a computer-enabled robotic system to process information and produce outcomes in a manner similar to the thought processes of humans in learning, decision making and problem solving. As a result of rapid advances in AI, pre-pandemic, McKinsey Global Institute estimated that between 75 and
ICO and Australian Information Commissioner Team-up to Investigate Clearview AI, Inc. Facial Recognition Tool and Data Scraping
Last week (9th July), the ICO announced that it would join forces with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) to investigate the use of personal information, including biometric data, by Clearview AI, Inc. (Clearview). Limited information is available so far, but given the focus of the investigation, this is an important step in
FTC’s Tips on Using Artificial Intelligence and Algorithms
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology that uses algorithms to assist in decision-making offers tremendous opportunity to make predictions and evaluate “big data.” The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), on April 8, 2020, provided reminders in its Tips and Advice blog post, Using Artificial Intelligence and Algorithms.
This is not the first time the FTC has focused on
The Potential Benefits of Digital Health Technology in Managing COVID-19
The COVID-19 crisis is demonstrating the potential of digital health technology to manage some of our greatest public health challenges. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy has issued a call to action for technology companies to help the science community answer high-priority scientific questions related to COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control
Business in the time of COVID-19: US Cybersecurity and Privacy Issues for You to Consider
The current COVID-19 pandemic raises some significant issues and risks relating to cybersecurity and data privacy in the US that should be considered carefully and addressed appropriately. Concerns range from cybercriminals targeting a newly-remote workforce with clever phishing scams that prey on the environment of uncertainty, to worries that the crisis will give cover to
Europe’s Excellence and Trust in AI
The European Commission recently presented strategies for data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) focusing on promoting excellence in AI and building trust. The Commission’s White Paper, “On Artificial Intelligence – A European approach to excellence and trust,” addresses the balance between the promotion of AI with regulation of its risks. “Given the major impact
Cyberattacks—Are You Ready?
Recent cyber-attacks hurt individuals and investors on a regular basis. Recent attacks have cost hundreds of millions of dollars. Firms that have dismissed the dangers are increasingly at risk of regulatory action. New European laws will likely increase fines for non-compliance with cyber-security standards. New York’s financial regulator recently enacted new cyber-security rules in August.