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The DOJ’s New Bulk Data Transfer Rule: What Every Business Needs to Know—and Do—Now

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In a sweeping move to bolster national security and safeguard sensitive information, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has introduced a transformative regulation: the Bulk Data Transfer Rule. ...more

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Data Security and National Security: Are You the Weak Link?

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International cybercrime is not new.  As a business owner in today's interconnected economy, you know all about the need to protect your technology, financial accounts, business operations, and customer data from digital...more

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Navigating the DOJ's Final Rule on Bulk Sensitive Data Transactions: Data Security Program Insights and Compliance

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On Feb. 28, 2024, President Biden issued Executive Order 14117, titled “Preventing Access to Americans' Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data by Countries of Concern.” This executive order...more

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Avoid the October Surprise: What You Need to Know About DOJ’s New Data Security Program

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The Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) Data Security Program (“the Program”, 28 C.F.R. Part 202) went into effect on April 8 with a 90-day period of limited enforcement. With DOJ now expecting full compliance, with additional...more

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FTC Consumer Protection and Privacy Enforcement Series: PADFA Enforcement—What Companies Need to Know

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As part of our series to provide practical insights into emerging Federal Trade Commission (FTC) priority areas for consumer protection and data privacy enforcement, we are taking a deep dive into the Protecting Americans’...more

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Vietnam enacts landmark law on personal data protection: stable standing with stricter compliance

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Vietnam's data privacy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the recent enactment of the Law on Personal Data Protection (PDP Law), effective from 1 January 2026. This new law marks a pivotal step in...more

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Decoding the Regulation of “Important Data” in China and the U.S.: Similarities and Differences, Compliance Obligations, and...

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With the rapid development of informatization, how to better safeguard national security in an increasingly complex information environment has become a critical consideration in digital legislation. A key issue within this...more

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New US Data Security Program limits sensitive data transfers

The United States Data Security Program (DSP) represents a significant regulatory undertaking by the US government to control the flow of bulk sensitive data to specific foreign countries, for national security purposes....more

Baker Donelson

Digital Marketing Meets DOJ Oversight: What Businesses with Digital Campaigns Should Do to Manage AdTech Risks

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With the ease of apps and websites for planning activities, whether it be vacations, business trips, or shopping, we open ourselves to multiple sources of being followed across devices by collecting, analyzing, and sharing...more

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EU Geopolitical Risk Update - Key Policy & Regulatory Developments No. 121

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This regular alert covers key policy and regulatory developments related to EU geopolitical risks, including in particular, economic security, Russia’s war against Ukraine, health threats, and cyber threats. It does not...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

DOJ Publishes Final Rule Restricting Bulk Cross-Border Data Transfers of Sensitive Data to Foreign Persons

On April 8, the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Final Rule, codified at 28 CFR Part 202, (Final Rule), implementing President Biden’s Executive Order 14117 “Preventing Access to U.S. Sensitive Personal Data and...more

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AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - Kenya (UPDATED)

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Between January 14 and January 19, 2025, the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Technology (the "Ministry") held a consultation on a draft of Kenya's National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy 2025-2030. This...more

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Client Alert: New Rules for Data Flows Take Effect: What You Need to Know

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On April 8, 2025, the United States Department of Justice’s (DOJ) National Security Division’s (NSD) final rule (Final Rule) regulating certain sensitive US data transfers took effect. DOJ has made clear that it will take...more

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Life Sciences Companies Must Navigate the DOJ Data Rule

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Life sciences companies have long been outside the scope of US national security regulations and benefited from significant exemptions under US privacy laws. ...more

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AI Legal Watch - DeepSeek Under Scrutiny

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Everyone is talking about DeepSeek for its increase performance and efficiency. However, with that comes additional risks, as DeepSeek is subject to Chinese national law, and there are still many unanswered questions...more

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Navigating NATO Procurement: Legal and Regulatory Considerations for Companies in Finland & Sweden

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As NATO’s strategic priorities evolve, the accession of Finland and Sweden marks a significant shift in the alliance’s defense landscape. With these Nordic nations integrating into NATO’s security framework, their defense...more

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Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Issues New Data Transfer Risk Assessment Guidelines

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The guidelines specify the requirements for data controllers to conduct risk assessments related to the transfer or disclosure of personal data outside the Kingdom. ...more

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A Brave New World: Four Considerations When Building a Bulk Data Rule Compliance Program

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U.S. companies and organizations have entered a new era of sweeping restrictions on cross-border data transfers. The Department of Justice's (DOJ) Final Rule, "Preventing Access to U.S. Sensitive Personal Data and...more

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The Learned Concierge - March 2025, Vol. 17

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The Learned Concierge - Welcome to your monthly legal insights on the trends impacting the Retail, Hospitality, and Food & Beverage Industries....more

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New DOJ Restrictions on Cross-Border Data Transactions Take Effect April 8: Ten Questions as Your Business Prepares to Comply

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The U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) sweeping new rule on cross-border data transactions is set to take effect in substantial part next month, with broad implications for companies that transfer U.S. personal data or...more

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CISA 2015 Reauthorization – Are Changes on the Horizon?

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As we noted in Federal Cybersecurity Policy in 2025: What to Watch in Changing Times, key parts of the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 (CISA 2015), the United States’ foundational cybersecurity information...more

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DOJ Issues Final Rule Prohibiting and Restricting Transfers of Bulk Sensitive Personal Data

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The Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a final rule (the "Rule") on December 27, 2024, implementing Executive Order 14117 "Preventing Access to Americans' Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data...more

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AI Playbook: UK Government’s Strategy for Responsible AI Adoption in the Public Sector

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The United Kingdom is taking a strategic approach to artificial intelligence (AI) adoption within its public sector to drive economic growth and improve public services. Central to this effort is the UK’s AI Playbook, a...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Obligations Reinstated; Deadline Extended 30 Days

On February 19, 2025, FinCEN released a statement that BOI reporting obligations under the CTA are back in effect, after a recent U.S. District Court decision in the ongoing case of Smith et al. v. U.S. Department of the...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

DOJ Regulations Will Restrict Data Transactions to Address National Security Concerns

The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) final rule implements President Biden’s Executive Order 14117 of February 28, 2024, on “Preventing Access to Americans’ Bulk Sensitive Personal Data and United States Government-Related Data...more

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