On Friday, March 6, 2026, the White House issued a sweeping Executive Order (EO) titled, “Combating Cybercrime, Fraud, and Predatory Schemes Against American Citizens.” The EO reflects what most organizations already know all too well: cybercrime is no longer an episodic threat. It is a relentless, organized enterprise that is inflicting devastating financial
Understanding California’s New CCPA Cybersecurity Audit Requirements
After years of development and extensive stakeholder engagement, California has finalized groundbreaking cybersecurity audit regulations under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). These new requirements may significantly impact how covered businesses protect consumer data.
The New Regulations
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) Board approved comprehensive amendments to CCPA regulations covering cybersecurity audits, risk assessments
Understanding the CCPA’s New Risk Assessment Requirements – Part 2
As we discussed in Part 1 of this post, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) has approved significant updates to California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regulations, which were formally approved by the California Office of Administrative Law on September 23, 2025. We began to outline the requirements for a significant new obligation under the
California Sets 30 Day Deadline for Data Breach Notifications
Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed SB 446 into law, introducing significant changes to California’s data breach notification requirements. The bill establishes deadlines for notifying consumers and the state’s Attorney General when personal information of California residents has been involved in a data breach.
What’s Changed Under SB 446
Previously, California law required businesses to notify
White House Releases America’s AI Action Plan: A Strategic Framework for Innovation, Infrastructure, and Global AI Leadership
On July 23, 2025, the White House released America’s AI Action Plan, a comprehensive national strategy designed to strengthen the United States’ position in artificial intelligence through investment in innovation, infrastructure, and international diplomacy and security. The plan, issued in response to Executive Order 14179, reflects a pro-innovation approach to AI policy—one that aims
Health Fitness, OCR’s Risk Analysis Initiative, and the ERISA Fiduciary Duty to Select Plan Service Providers
On Friday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced the fifth enforcement action under its Risk Analysis Initiative. In this case, OCR reached a settlement with Health Fitness Corporation (Health Fitness), a wellness vendor providing services to employer-sponsored group health plans.
This announcement is interesting for several
A Brief Reminder About the Florida Information Protection Act
According to one survey, Florida is fourth on the list of states with the most reported data breaches. No doubt, data breaches continue to be a significant risk for all business, large and small, across the U.S., including the Sunshine State. Perhaps more troubling is that class action litigation is more likely to follow
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
Insider Threats: The Overlooked Risks of Departing Employees and Sensitive Data Theft
Insider threats continue to present a significant challenge for organizations of all sizes. One particularly concerning scenario involves employees who leave an organization and impermissibly take or download sensitive company data. These situations can severely impact a business, especially when departing employees abscond with confidential business information or trade secrets. Focusing on how the theft
FAQs for Schools and Persons Affected By the PowerSchool Data Breach
A massive data breach hit one of the country’s largest education software providers. According to EducationWeek, PowerSchool provides school software products to more than 16,000 customers, largely K-12 schools, that serve 50 million students in the United States. According to reports, PowerSchool informed customers that, on December 28, 2024, PowerSchool became aware of