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Seedlings of Ideas For Artificial Intelligence: Learning From A Genetic Resources/Traditional Knowledge Treaty, The Plant Patent Act, & Nico Tanner
The World Intellectual Property Organization announced on May 24, 2024, a treaty on intellectual property, genetic resources, and associated traditional knowledge that was twenty-five years in the making. As WIPO’s press release noted, “[n]egotiations for this Treaty began at WIPO in 2001, initiated in 1999 with a proposal by Colombia, where discussions were notable for…
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FDA Launches the Center for Clinical Trial Innovation
Building on CDER’s efforts to modernize clinical trials, C3TI will support innovative approaches to clinical trial design and conduct….By: Jones Day
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Colorado Passes Consumer Protection Law Regulating AI
While some states have existing laws governing certain aspects of the use of AI, on May 17, Colorado became the first state to enact comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) legislation. Senate Bill 24-205, “Concerning Consumer Protections in Interactions with Artificial Intelligence Systems,” (the “Colorado AI Act”) will be effective February 1, 2026….By: Womble Bond Dickinson
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2024 Health Report – Government Actions Affecting Food, Drug and Medical Device Industries
The food, drug and medical device industries comprise some of the most closely regulated sectors in the United States. The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) actively exercises authority by constantly changing legislation and policies to keep pace with transformative technologies and emerging public health concerns. Issues such as artificial intelligence (AI), compounding, cannabis and…
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CDK Global Confirms “Cyber Incidents” Raising Concerns of Large-Scale Data Breach
Recently, CDK Global (“CDK”) confirmed reports that the company was targeted in a cyberattack. While the automotive software giant hasn’t yet filed anything official about a data breach, many in the industry are speculating that the incident could have exposed the confidential information of a large number of U.S. consumers….By: Console and Associates, P.C.
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Advance Auto Parts Files Notice of Cyberattack and Data Breach Affecting Employee SSNs
On June 14, 2024, Advance Auto Parts, Inc. filed notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission after discovering that hackers targeted the company in a recent cyberattack. In this notice, Advance Auto Parts explains that the hackers who carried out the attack have since posted allegedly stolen employee data for sale, including Social Security numbers….By:…
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Data Breach at South Texas Oncology and Hematology Leaks SSNs of Over 170k Patients
On June 17, 2024, South Texas Oncology and Hematology (“STOH”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Texas after wrapping up an investigation into a February 2024 data breach. In this notice, STOH explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access the sensitive information of more…
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How Long is Traffic Camera Footage Stored? Discover the Shocking Truth
You’ve probably noticed an increase in traffic cameras popping up in cities all over the U.S. But what exactly are they for? Do traffic cameras record 24/7? How long is traffic camera footage kept, and who is in charge of the data? Let’s dive into some common questions about these cameras. If you find yourself…
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Middle East Crisis: White House and Netanyahu Spar Over His Complaints About U.S. Support
The Biden administration and the Israeli prime minister, both under intense domestic and international pressure over Gaza, have increasingly diverged on how Israel is conducting the war.
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When the Only Escape From War in Gaza Is to Buy a Way Out
For many Palestinians, securing approval to exit the territory is possible only after raising thousands of dollars to pay middlemen or an Egyptian company.