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On the Fifth Day of Data… Reflections and Compliance Advice on the DOJ’s Data Security Program | JD Supra
As compliance professionals reflect upon the past year, many will look back with frustration on efforts taken to comply with the Department of Justice’s Data Security Program (the “DSP” or “Rule”). Not because the efforts taken were in vain, but because the DSP is one of the most complicated, amorphous, far-reaching, yet impactful U.S. government regulations in recent memory.
On the Fifth Day of Data... Reflections and Compliance Advice on the DOJ's Data Security Program
As compliance professionals reflect upon the past year, many will look back with frustration on efforts taken to comply with the Department of Justice’s Data Security Program (the “DSP” or “Rule”). Not because the efforts taken were in vain, but because the DSP is one of the most complicated, amorphous, far-reaching, yet impactful U.S. government regulations in recent memory.
On the Fifth Day of Data… Reflections and Compliance Advice on the DOJ’s Data Security Program
As compliance professionals reflect upon the past year, many will look back with frustration on efforts taken to comply with the Department of Justice’s Data Security Program (the “DSP” or “Rule”). Not because the efforts taken were in vain, but because the DSP is one of the most complicated, amorphous, far-reaching, yet impactful U.S. government regulations in recent memory.
National Institutes of Health Announces New Restrictions on the Sharing of Human Biospecimens with China and other “Countries of Concern” | JD Supra
On September 24, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (“NIH”) published a policy entitled “Enhancing Security Measures for Human Biospecimens” (the “Policy”).
National Institutes of Health Announces New Restrictions on the Sharing of Human Biospecimens with China and other “Countries of Concern”
On September 24, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (“NIH”) published a policy entitled “Enhancing Security Measures for Human Biospecimens” (the “Policy”).
EXPERT INSIGHTS-NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH ANNOUNCES NEW RESTRICTIONS ON THE SHARING OF HUMAN BIOSPECIMENS WITH CHINA AND OTHER ‘COUNTRIES OF CONCERN‘ | Secondary Sources | National | Westlaw Today
On September 24, 2025, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) published a policy entitled Enhancing Security Measures for Human Biospecimens (the Policy). The Policy is based on Executive Order 14117 ,...
National Institutes Of Health Announces New Restrictions On The Sharing Of Human Biospecimens With China And Other "Countries Of Concern"
On September 24, 2025, the National Institutes of Health ("NIH") published a policy entitled "Enhancing Security Measures for Human Biospecimens" (the "Policy").
DOJ Bulk Data Final Rule Update | JD Supra
Yesterday, the Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) Final Rule implementing former President Biden’s Executive Order 14117, “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern” (the “Final Rule”) took effect.
Today, the Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) Final Rule implementing former President Biden’s Executive Order 14117, “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern” (the “Final Rule”) took effect.
In IAPP Article, David Peloquin and Jake Barr Discuss DOJ Rule Limiting Sensitive Data Transfers
In an International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) article, health care partner David Peloquin and data, privacy and cybersecurity associate Jake Barr along with Legend Biotech Chief Privacy Officer and Assistant General Counsel Corey Dennis discuss the landmark rule limiting sensitive data transfers to “countries of concern.” The article reviews key aspects for health care and life sciences companies, key exemptions, and best practices to ensure compliance.
Courts Demonstrate Growing Willingness to Sanction Courtroom Misuse of AI
As litigants increasingly adopt generative artificial (gen AI) tools, courts have responded by issuing standing orders, local rules, and opinions addressing how AI and gen AI may be used in the courtroom. Notably, two recent opinions demonstrate courts’ growing willingness to use existing rules to impose sanctions on parties who misuse gen AI—even when those rules do not mention AI. In Mojtabavi v. Blinken, No. SA CV 24-1359, 2024 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 225418, at *8 (C.D. Cal.
DOJ Issues Final Rule Restricting Flow Of Bulk Sensitive Personal Data To China And Other Countries Of Concern
On January 8, 2025, the Department of Justice ("DOJ") published its Final Rule to implement President Biden's Executive Order 14117, "Preventing Access to Americans' Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern" (the "Final Rule"). This follows the DOJ's publication of its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ("NPRM") in October 2024, and its Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ("ANPRM") earlier in 2024.
On January 8, 2025, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) published its Final Rule to implement President Biden’s Executive Order 14117, “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern” (the “Final Rule”). This follows the DOJ’s publication of its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) in October 2024, and its Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“ANPRM”) earlier in 2024.
DOJ Issues Final Rule Restricting Flow of Bulk Sensitive Personal Data to China and Other Countries of Concern | JD Supra
On January 8, 2025, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) published its Final Rule to implement President Biden’s Executive Order 14117, “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern” (the “Final Rule”). This follows the DOJ’s publication of its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) in October 2024, and its Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“ANPRM”) earlier in 2024.
No Holiday Break for EdTech Compliance | JD Supra
While students are about to embark on their holiday break, there is no such luck for educational technology (“EdTech”) providers. Privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence compliance obligations have proliferated over the past year, with no signs of slowing down. While it is hard to keep track of the numerous regulations and proposals on the state and federal level, below, I have highlighted a few issues for EdTech providers to monitor in the coming year.
DOJ Issues Notice Of Proposed Rulemaking To Restrict Flow Of Bulk Sensitive Personal Data To China And Other Countries Of Concern
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DOJ Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Restrict Flow of Bulk Sensitive Personal Data to China and other Countries of Concern | JD Supra
On October 29, 2024, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) published its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) to implement President Biden’s Executive Order 14117, “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern.” This follows the DOJ’s publication of its Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking earlier this year. (Ropes & Gray covered the ANPRM in detail here).
SEC Announces Settlements with Four Issuers regarding Cybersecurity Disclosures | JD Supra
On October 22, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filed settled enforcement orders involving four current and former public companies – Unisys Corp., Avaya Holdings Corp., Check Point Software Ltd, and Mimecast Limited. The settlements concern the issuers’ disclosures relating to cybersecurity risks and intrusions following the December 2020 SUNBURST cybersecurity incident, which affected customers of SolarWinds’ Orion software.
California Legislature Looks to Restrict Self-Checkout Technology
On May 21, 2024, with a vote of 25-12, the California Senate passed SB-1446, a bill that would significantly restrict grocery and retail drug stores from providing self-checkout services and adopting new technologies. The bill, introduced on February 16 by Sen. Smallwood-Cuevas, rapidly moved through the California Senate Committee process and now has been sent over to the California Assembly for consideration.
U.S. Enacts Sweeping Legislation to Restrict Flows of Sensitive Data to the People’s Republic of China and Other Foreign Adversaries
On April 24, President Biden signed a sweeping foreign aid bill into law, which included a critical provision covering privacy and data transfers known as the Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act (“PADFA”). This Act is separate from the TikTok divestment portion of the legislation, which has received far greater attention in the press.
New Cross-Sector 72 Hour Data Breach Requirements for Critical Infrastructure
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to establish the first cross-sectoral federal cybersecurity incident and ransomware payment reporting system.
New Cross-Sector 72 Hour Data Breach Requirements for Critical Infrastructure
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to establish the first cross-sectoral federal cybersecurity incident and ransomware payment reporting system.
Lawmakers Pass Milestone Privacy Bill Overshadowed by TikTok Fever
On February 28, 2024, President Biden announced an Executive Order (“EO”) directing the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) to promulgate regulations that restrict or prohibit transactions involving certain bulk sensitive personal data or United States Government-related data and countries of concern or covered persons. As directed by the EO, on February 28, the DOJ published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“ANPRM”) on topics related to the implementation of the EO.
FTC Proposes Amendments to the COPPA Rule as Part of Continued Attention to Children's Privacy
As laid out in our earlier blogpost, part of Ropes & Gray’s Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Group’s “12 Days of Data” series, one thing to look out for in 2024 is an update from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on its Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Rule (COPPA Rule) review. Well, we did not have to wait until 2024. On December 20, 2023, the FTC announced proposed changes to the COPPA Rule.
FTC Proposes Amendments to the COPPA Rule as Part of Continued Attention to Children’s Privacy
As laid out in our earlier blogpost, part of Ropes & Gray’s Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Group’s “12 Days of Data” series, one thing to look out for in 2024 is an update from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on its Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act Rule (COPPA Rule) review. Well, we did not have to wait until 2024. On December 20, 2023, the FTC announced proposed changes to the COPPA Rule.
Naughty or Nice: Children’s Online Privacy and Safety Developments and Expectations
Last holiday season, we were looking under the tree to see if President Biden and the U.S. Congress would leave the gift of a new national children’s online privacy and safety law—and whether it would turn out to be a welcome surprise or a lump of coal. It was widely reported that a group of senators were pushing to include the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA 2.0”) and the Kids Online Safety Act (“KOSA”) in the fiscal year 2023 funding bill.
Naughty or Nice: Children’s Online Privacy and Safety Developments and Expectations
Last holiday season, we were looking under the tree to see if President Biden and the U.S. Congress would leave the gift of a new national children’s online privacy and safety law—and whether it would turn out to be a welcome surprise or a lump of coal. It was widely reported that a group of senators were pushing to include the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA 2.0”) and the Kids Online Safety Act (“KOSA”) in the fiscal year 2023 funding bill.
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