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Law Firm Information Security Policies Explained

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Lawyers do a lot to protect their clients’ rights and information, from conducting conflict checks to locking filing cabinets. Below, we’ll examine what modern-day lawyers need to know about law firm cybersecurity risks and policies. Why should every practice establish a law firm information security policy? .

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Canada federal court criticizes foreign intelligence service mismanagement of personal information

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The Federal Court of Canada urged the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) to “do better” in fulfilling its duty owed to the court, according to a decision handed down by Chief Justice Crampton in October. The decision was declassified on Tuesday.

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US consumer protection agency announces plans to regulate sale of personal data

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The announcement was made in remarks at the White House from Director Rohit Chopra as part of an “all-of-government effort” to address personal data security and risks associated with AI. The Fair Credit Reporting Act regulates when “consumer reporting agencies” can share a person’s information.

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US introduces restrictions against Canada-based company after accusations of Egypt censorship

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The US Bureau of Industry and Security amended the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Monday by adding the Canada-based company Sandvine to the Entity list. The Entity List identifies entities believed to have been involved with activities that contradict or do not align with the national security or foreign policy interests of the US.

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Kenya ministry calls for regulation of TikTok rather than outright ban

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Kenya’s Ministry of Information and Communications urged legislators to regulate the social media platform TikTok rather than ban it outright, the ministry told Reuters on Thursday. Whereas TikTok’s policy does not allow users under the age of 13, the platform does not contain age verification mechanisms.

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EU dispatch: new Space Strategy proposes creation of an EU Space Law framework for member states

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Last Friday, March 10 th , the European Commission and the High Representative for the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy released the first-ever Joint Communication on a European Space Strategy for Security and Defence. Modern security and defence and even more space-dependent.

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AP and CNHI report finds US sunshine laws put transparency request burden on private citizens

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In states like Connecticut and Hawaii, information offices do have the authority to compel records to be released, but complaints may still ultimately end up in litigation. While some states like Arizona do provide an ombudsman’s aide who receives complaints, the aide lacks the authority to enforce agency compliance.

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