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Uncovering the Mysteries of Cybersecurity: How to Protect Your Personal Data in an Increasing
In today’s digital age, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. From online shopping to social media, we rely heavily on the internet for various tasks and activities. However, with the increasing use of technology, a new threat has emerged – cybercrime. Cybersecurity, or the protection of personal data and information online,…
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The New Face of Fraud: Deepfakes and the Emerging Cyber Threats in Hong Kong
Almost from the very beginning of the internet era, the world has been increasingly afflicted with cyberfraud, exploiting the internet’s potential to enable fraudsters to induce unsuspecting victims to transfer money to overseas bank accounts using another relatively recent technological innovation, electronic funds transfer….By: Dorsey & Whitney LLP
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Dialysis & Nephrology Digest – April 2024
DaVita acquires portfolio of Fresenius’ South American operations for $300M – DaVita says the deal for Fresenius’ dialysis centers in Chile was finalized, while regulatory approvals for acquisitions in Brazil, Colombia and Ecuador are likely this year. Combined with DaVita’s existing portfolios in Brazil and Colombia, it’ll have over 270 clinics in South America, making…
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UK ICO Unveils New Fine Calculation Guide for Data Protection Infringements
Understanding the ICO’s approach to assessing financial penalties should be a key element of an organisation’s data protection strategy and risk profile. In an era when data protection infringements can tarnish business reputations overnight, understanding the financial ramifications is more crucial than ever….By: Latham & Watkins LLP
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AI Etiquette: A User’s Manual Provided by the NYSBA
On April 2, 2024, the New York State Bar Association’s (“NYSBA”) Task Force on Artificial Intelligence released a report concerning the use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) in the legal profession (“Report”). New York joins select states, such as Florida and California, whose bar associations have published recommendations on the use of AI….By: Farrell Fritz, P.C.
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USPTO Issues Additional Guidance on Use of AI Tools in Connection with USPTO Matters
The USPTO issued guidance on February 6, 2024 that clarified existing rules and policies and discussed how to apply them when AI is used in the drafting of submissions to the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) and Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). As a follow up, the USPTO has now published additional guidance…
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Driverless Dilemma: Are We Lab Rats? Without Legal Recourse in the Experiment of Autonomous Driving?
In the maze of today’s technological advancements, our society is standing at a crossroads where progress meets safety. The intricate web of autonomous driving technology and legislative accountability is unraveling in front of our eyes, with recent events bringing the conversation into sharp focus….By: Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley
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The Epilepsy Institute Notifies Consumers of Recent Data Breach
On April 5, 2024, the Epilepsy Institute d/b/a the Epilepsy Foundation of Metropolitan New York (“EFMNY”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Massachusetts after discovering that a data security incident impacted sensitive information in the organization’s possession. In this notice, EFMNY explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party…
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U.S. Sends a Top General to Israel Amid Fears of Iranian Strikes
The visit of Gen. Michael E. Kurilla, the U.S. military commander in the Middle East, came as diplomats sought to avert a wider war.
