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In Broad Daylight
e-Commerce and payments fraud schemes such as phishing, e-mail hacking, and malware attacks are an ongoing, growing threat across industries. While some fraud is inevitable, a major incident could cause incalculable damage to a company's finances, regulatory standing and reputation. And with the use of mobile payments and e-commerce on the rise, the danger is increasing.
A recent Deloitte online poll suggests that companies recognize the growing risk. Nearly half (47%) of the executives and managers from consumer-facing organizations who participated said fraud is a “high priority” for their organization.
The DOJ's Corporate Enforcement Policy: One Year Later
The DOJ's Criminal Division issued three declinations since the issuance of the revised CEP a year ago. Review of these cases gives insight into DOJ's implementation of the new policy in practice.
Use of Deferred Prosecution Agreements In White Collar Investigations
This article discusses the practical and policy reasons for the use of DPAs and NPAs in white-collar criminal investigations, and considers the NDAA's new reporting provision and its relationship with other efforts to enhance transparency in DOJ decision-making.
How AI Has Affected PR
When we consider how the use of AI affects legal PR and communications, we have to look at it as an industrywide global phenomenon. A recent online conference provided an overview of the latest AI trends in public relations, and specifically, the impact of AI on communications. Here are some of the key points and takeaways from several of the speakers, who provided current best practices, tips, concerns and case studies.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.