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Unveiling the Secrets of Artificial Intelligence A Journey into the Future of Technology
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, one concept has captured the imagination of both scientists and the general public alike: Artificial Intelligence (AI). The very mention of AI conjures up images of futuristic robots, self-driving cars, and intelligent machines that can outperform humans in various tasks. But what exactly is AI, and what secrets lie…
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Powering AI Data Centers: Government and Industry Leaders Scramble to Develop Energy Infrastructure to Meet Growing Demand
In September 2024, government officials and private industry leaders announced that Three Mile Island, the Pennsylvania power plant that was the site of the nation’s most severe commercial nuclear accident, will be reopened to provide electricity aimed at offsetting the use by artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing data centers….By: DLA Piper
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DOJ Updates Guidance on Corporate Compliance Programs With Focus on AI
On September 23, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) updated its guidance on the Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs (ECCP). The DOJ’s ECCP serves as a roadmap for federal prosecutors to use when evaluating the effectiveness of corporate compliance programs. Therefore, companies should also pay…
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The US’s First ‘Crypto’ Election? Yes … But It Is More Complicated Than That
The 2024 presidential election in the United States is, without question, the country’s first ‘crypto’ election….By: Mayer Brown
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NAIC Still Juggling Multiple AI and Machine Learning Initiatives
The many balls that the various National Association of Insurance Commissioners groups currently have in the air focusing on life insurers’ use of artificial intelligence and machine learning were reflected in the reports presented at the NAIC Summer National Meeting in Chicago……By: Carlton Fields
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New York DFS Cybersecurity Regulation Outlines Actions with High ROI
As of November 1, 2024, financial services companies regulated by the New York Department of Financial Services Cybersecurity Regulation face new requirements relating to cybersecurity governance, encryption, and incident response. These standards offer a good blueprint for all entities – even those not in the financial services business – to incorporate into data security programs.…
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Appellate Division Affirmed Dismissal of Worker’s Compensation Claim for Lack of Compensability
Avery v. Next Mile, LLC/DSP, No. A-2506-22 (May 23, 2024) – In this case, the trial was bifurcated to first determine if the accident took place in the course and scope of employment. The petitioner worked as a delivery driver for Next Mile, LLC, a subcontractor for Amazon, and would report to work in a…
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Shoe Show Data Breach Affects an Estimated 12,856 Individuals
On October 9, 2024, Shoe Show, Inc. filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Maine after discovering that an unauthorized party gained access to a Shoe Show employee’s email account. In this notice, Shoe Show explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information….By:…
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Long Island Plastic Surgical Group Notifies Patients of January 2024 Data Breach
On October 9, 2024, Long Island Plastic Surgical Group, PC, the parent company of New York Plastic Surgical Group (“New York Plastic Surgical Group”), filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access the company’s computer network. In this notice, New York…
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H&R Block Provides Notice of August 2024 Data Breach
On October 3, 2024, HRB Tax Group, Inc. d/b/a H&R Block (“H&R Block”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access information stored on H&R Block’s systems. In this notice, H&R Block explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party…
