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Key AI, Cybersecurity, and Privacy Takeaways from the NAIC 2026 Spring Meeting

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From March 22–25, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) held its 2026 Spring National Meeting in San Diego, California. During the meeting, the Innovation, Cybersecurity, and Technology Committee, along with its working groups on Third-Party Data and Models, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity, addressed key developments regarding oversight of third-party data and models, insurer use of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity preparedness, and consumer … [Read more] about Key AI, Cybersecurity, and Privacy Takeaways from the NAIC 2026 Spring Meeting

California Jumps into AI Procurement with State Governing Principles in an Executive Order

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On March 30, 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-5-26 (the “Order”), aimed at governing the responsible procurement and deployment of Generative Artificial Intelligence ("GenAI") across California's state government. The … [Read more] about California Jumps into AI Procurement with State Governing Principles in an Executive Order

Connecticut Proposes Mandatory Forensic Investigation and Reporting for Large Scale Data Breaches

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Connecticut lawmakers have introduced legislation that, if enacted, would significantly expand breach-response obligations for organizations affected by large-scale cybersecurity incidents. As proposed, Raised Senate Bill 117 (SB 117), would create a … [Read more] about Connecticut Proposes Mandatory Forensic Investigation and Reporting for Large Scale Data Breaches

CISA Warns Organizations to Harden Endpoint Management Systems Following Cyberattack on Stryker Corporation

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On March 18, 2026, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued an alert (the Alert) urging U.S. organizations to harden their endpoint management systems following the March 11, 2026 cyberattack against medical technology firm … [Read more] about CISA Warns Organizations to Harden Endpoint Management Systems Following Cyberattack on Stryker Corporation

The Trump Administration’s AI Framework: Key Federal Policy Priorities and Legislative Recommendations

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On March 20, 2026, the Trump Administration released its National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence (“AI Framework”), a legislative recommendation document intended to guide Congress in establishing a unified federal approach to artificial … [Read more] about The Trump Administration’s AI Framework: Key Federal Policy Priorities and Legislative Recommendations