Attorneys General Put Focus on Cybersecurity and Privacy
A bipartisan group of attorneys general from some 40 states discussed cybersecurity and privacy in late August, demonstrating a growing interest in these topics for policy and enforcement purposes, said a blog post from Kelley Drye lawyers.
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The Attorney General Alliance’s Chairman's Initiative this year was titled: Cyber Awareness: Addressing Digital Threats at Home and Abroad. It was convened by then-Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor (R) in his home state.
The bloggers said coordinated legal efforts, information sharing and joint education initiatives were discussed as key avenues for addressing emerging threats in and around cyber. AI was also a main topic, where speakers noted the need for “transparency, accountability and core principles rooted in safety, security, and privacy” as crucial aspects of responsible deployment and regulation. Deploying AI to fight malicious uses of the technology was a reoccurring theme.
In addition, “Concerns were raised about the fragmented nature of state-level privacy and data breach laws, which can create compliance burdens and potentially stifle innovation,” according to the blog. Some participants argued in favor of harmonized approaches and good-faith efforts by companies as guardrails.
“As digital threats continue to evolve, attorneys general are uniquely positioned to lead efforts in shaping cybersecurity policy, fostering strategic partnerships, and ensuring robust protections for consumers and communities alike,” said the blog. “This critical role will undoubtedly remain a central focus beyond this year’s Chair’s Initiative.”