Business Email Compromise Scams and Malware: Why Construction Companies Should Worry

From 3D printing and drone use, to increased use of tablets, laptops, smartphones, and wearables, the construction industry is becoming increasingly dependent on the use of technology. Use of augmented reality programs, advanced tracking technologies, and multi-user cloud-based platforms are… Read more

May 10, 2019 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

Malware – A Persistent Threat to the Maritime Industry

During the last several years, many industries have fallen victim to cyber-attacks, and the maritime industry is not immune. Consider the following recent news reports: In 2017, the largest container shipping company in the world, A.P. MÃ˜ller-Maersk, fell victim to… Read more

Canada’s New Data Breach Reporting Requirements In Effect As Of November 1, 2018

Effective November 1, 2018, organizations engaged in commercial activities in certain Canadian provinces and territories now have additional data breach reporting requirements pursuant to the Canadian Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA1) and the Breach of Security Safeguards… Read more

November 16, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

FTCA § 5 And Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices

In the last article, we outlined, generally, privacy and data protection considerations for compliance with applicable laws. This article discusses the Federal Trade Commission Act (“FTCA”) § 5, which empowers the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) to pursue enforcement actions against… Read more

August 10, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

FTC Consent Orders Pursuant To FTCA § 5

In the last article, we discussed FTCA § 5 enforcement actions. This article describes the consent orders that often result from FTC complaints alleging unfair or deceptive practices or other unlawful acts in the realm of privacy and data protection. … Read more

August 10, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

Federal Law Considerations For Data Custodians Operating Within FTCA § 5

The last article discussed the consent orders that typically result from Federal Trade Commission Act (“FTCA”) § 5 enforcement actions. This article, the final in a four-article series on data custodianship, discusses some sector-specific laws and provides links for further… Read more

August 10, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

FTCA § 5 And Unfair Or Deceptive Trade Practices

In the last article, we outlined, generally, privacy and data protection considerations for compliance with applicable laws. This article discusses the Federal Trade Commission Act (“FTCA”) § 5, which empowers the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) to pursue enforcement actions against… Read more

August 10, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

Data Custodianship: My Website has 10,000 Users, Now What?

This article is the first in a four-article series discussing how certain federal laws impact data custodians, those who collect, store, process, disclose, and otherwise use consumer data. The widespread necessity for businesses to establish an internet presence has transformed… Read more

August 10, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

Cyber Liability Insurance for Small to Medium Size Businesses – Are You Covered?

Today, it seems hardly a month passes without a report of another business falling victim to a data breach. Over the past few years, some of the largest and well-known companies such as Equifax, Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx, Anthem,… Read more

January 17, 2018 | Cybersecurity & Data Privacy | Technology Roundup

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