Leaders charged with safeguarding data privacy and cybersecurity often assume that size equates to security—that large, well-resourced organizations must have airtight defenses against cyberattacks and data breaches. It’s a natural assumption: mature enterprises tend to have robust policies, advanced technology, and deep security teams. Yet, as recent events remind us, even the biggest organizations can
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Is a CCPA “Risk Assessment” Required When Using Dashcams?
Key Takeaways
- Outlines basic steps to determine whether a business may need to perform a risk assessment under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in connection with its use of dashcams
- Provide a resource for exploring the basic requirements for conducting and reporting risk assessments
If you have not reviewed the recently approved, updated CCPA
AI Adoption Surges Among S&P 500 Companies—But So Do the Risks
According to Cybersecurity Dive, artificial intelligence is no longer experimental technology as more than 70% of S&P 500 companies now identify AI as a material risk in their public disclosures, according to a recent report from The Conference Board. In 2023, that percentage was 12%.
The article reports that major companies are no longer
Using Patient Photos in Marketing? OCR Settlement Highlights HIPAA Compliance Requirements
Businesses across many industries naturally want to showcase their satisfied customers. Whether it’s a university featuring successful graduates, a retailer highlighting happy shoppers, or a healthcare facility showcasing thriving patients, these real-world testimonials can be powerful marketing tools. However, when it comes to healthcare providers subject to HIPAA, using patient images and information for promotional
AI Notetaking Tools Under Fire: Lessons from the Otter.ai Class Action Complaint
The rapid adoption of AI notetaking and transcription tools has transformed how organizations (and individuals) capture, analyze, and share meeting and other content. But as these technologies expand, so too do the legal and compliance risks. A recent putative class action lawsuit filed in federal court in California against Otter.ai, a leading provider of AI
CCPA Compliance Reminder: Annual Update Requirement for Online Privacy Policies
For businesses subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), a compliance step often overlooked is the requirement to annually update the businesses online privacy policy. Under Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.130(a)(5), CCPA-covered businesses must among other things update their online privacy policies at least once every 12 months. Note that CCPA regulations establish content
Colorado Legislature Fails to Amend Recent Artificial Intelligence Act
In 2024, Colorado passedthe first comprehensive state-level law in the U.S. regulating the use of artificial intelligence, the Artificial Intelligence Act (the Act). It imposed strict requirements on developers and users of “high-risk” AI systems, particularly in sectors like employment, housing, finance, and healthcare. The Act drew criticism for its complexity, breadth, and potential to
Virginia’s Governor Vetos AI Bill
On March 24, 2025, Virginia’s Governor vetoed House Bill (HB) 2094, known as the High-Risk Artificial Intelligence Developer and Deployer Act. This bill aimed to establish a regulatory framework for businesses developing or using “high-risk” AI systems.
The Governor’s veto message emphasized concerns that HB 2094’s stringent requirements would stifle innovation and economic growth,
Are Employees Receiving Regular Data Protection Training? Are They AI Literate?
Employee security awareness training is a best practice and a “reasonable safeguard” for protecting the privacy and security of an organization’s sensitive data. The list of data privacy and cybersecurity laws mandating employee data protection training continues to grow and now includes the EU AI Act. The following list is a high-level sample of employee
Happy Privacy Day: Emerging Issues in Privacy, Cybersecurity, and AI in the Workplace
As the integration of technology in the workplace accelerates, so do the challenges related to privacy, cybersecurity, and the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI). Human resource professionals and in-house counsel must navigate a rapidly evolving landscape of legal and regulatory requirements. This National Privacy Day, it’s crucial to spotlight emerging issues in workplace technology