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Service Disruptions to WhatsApp in China Raise Wider Censorship Concerns

WhatsApp joins Facebook Messenger and other apps facing government pressure, but there are still ways users and companies can encourage private messaging.
4 minute read

Corporate Counsel

What Steps Should Covered Entities, Business Associates Take to Combat Cyberthreats?

Over the last several months there has been an onslaught of news about cyberattacks, most notably ransomware attacks involving many industries, including…
8 minute read

The Recorder

What Worries a Calif. Supreme Court Justice About AI and the Law?

Justice Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar isn't afraid of the robot uprising. But when is reliance on AI arbitrary and capricious? That's a heavy question.
5 minute read

Legaltech News

New Baker Hostetler Partner Says Trump Administration's Cybersecurity Agenda Still 'A Big Question Mark'

Fresh off a move from Sheppard Mullin to Baker & Hostetler, cybersecurity expert Laura Jehl chats corporate security under the Trump administration, new cyber threats and more.
6 minute read

Daily Business Review

Consider Communications Plans for Potential Cybersecurity Breaches

While cybersecurity and data breaches have been a concern for law firms for the past several years, last month the American Bar Association's Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility went one step further, issuing new guidance for lawyers as it relates to their handling of client data. Even though the ABA does not set final rules over attorneys, this is another clear indication to the industry that data security must be considered a priority, writes Josh Merkin.
11 minute read

Legaltech News

Verizon Data Exposure Incident Highlights Importance of Third-Party Due Diligence

As companies rely on these vendors more and more, often handing over sensitive data, in-house counsel have to be increasingly concerned about minimizing risks.
5 minute read

Legaltech News

Vendor Breached Your Company Data? Sorry, You're Still Liable

The liabilities companies face due to vendor cybersecurity incidents can vary widely depending on the particular situation and the actions they take beforehand.
5 minute read

Legaltech News

Outside Counsel Guidelines Lack Cyber Requirements. Does It Matter?

A lack of formal cybersecurity requirements for outside counsel doesn't necessarily equate to higher cyberrisks.
4 minute read

Legaltech News

Settling Ashley Madison Data Breach Lawsuit Was Likely 'Inevitable'

Experts say that the settlement, announced for $11.2 million earlier this month, made sense for all parties involved.
10 minute read

Corporate Counsel

3 Things In-House Counsel Need to Know Now About Defending Against Cybersecurity Threats

More and more these days, organizations of all shapes and sizes are working hard to prepare for and defend against cybersecurity threats. And, more and more, organizations are looking to their in-house counsel—their skilled risk managers—to not only assist in those fights, but often to direct, organize and lead those efforts.
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