The landscape for privacy regulations in the United States has been changing almost weekly. Most recently, Oregon and Delaware joined California in enacting some of the strictest privacy regulations in the country. Now, amid increased public scrutiny regarding privacy regulations and enforcement, courts, too, are taking a closer examination of privacy laws and pumping the

Alan Cohn
Alan Cohn counsels clients on a range of blockchain- and cryptocurrency-related issues, from regulatory best practices for cryptocurrency companies to legal issues associated with novel uses of blockchain technology. In addition to co-leading Steptoe's Blockchain & Cryptocurrency practice, Alan also co-leads the firm's National and Homeland Security practice, and has experience across homeland security, emergency management, and emergency response services at the federal and local level. Read Alan's fill bio.
White House Unveils New Actions to Foster Responsible AI Innovation Proctecting Individuals’ Rights and Safety
On May 4, 2023, the White House announced three new actions to further promote responsible innovation in artificial intelligence (“AI”) while protecting people’s rights and safety. These actions include: (1) making investments in AI research and development institutes; (2) conducting public assessments of existing AI system models; and (3) creation of policies for the use…
The Urgent Need to Assess and Respond to Russian Supply Chain Attacks
According to media reports, Russian government hackers have penetrated the systems of thousands of companies across a variety of industries, as well numerous US government agencies. Moreover, what has been publicly reported may be only the tip of the iceberg in terms of both the scope of the attacks’ victims and the attackers’ methodologies. The most recent reporting also suggests that victim companies are not just those that would be of obvious interest to Russian intelligence services. Accordingly, all companies should assess whether they have been affected by this attack, what steps they need to take to remediate those effects, and what legal and contractual obligations they may have to notify government agencies, business partners, customers, and individuals.
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Episode 279: Blockchain Takes over the Podcast
In our 279th episode of The Cyberlaw Podcast, the Blockchain Group takes over the podcast. Host Alan Cohn is joined by Gary Goldsholle, Will Turner, and Evan Abrams to discuss:
- The SEC has issued its second token-related no-action letter to Pocketful of Quarters, Inc., giving more guidance and opening a
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Episode 261: Blockchain Takes Over the Podcast
On Episode 261, blockchain takes over the podcast again. We dive right into the recent activity from the SEC, namely, the Framework for “Investment Contract” Analysis of Digital Assets and the No-Action Letter issued to TurnKey Jet, Inc. (TurnKey) for a digital token. Gary Goldsholle noted this guidance has been eagerly anticipated since July…
Coming Up: Blockchain Takes Over the Podcast
Next week, blockchain is taking over The Cyberlaw Podcast once again. On April 29, Steptoe partners Alan Cohn, Gary Goldsholle, and Will Turner will reconvene to discuss the latest in blockchain and cryptocurrency regulation. At the top of the list is the suite of updates coming out of the U.S. Securities and Exchange…
Episode 244: Blockchain Takes Over The Podcast
On December 17th, Alan Cohn hosted the 244th episode of The Cyberlaw Podcast. We took a deep dive into all things blockchain and cryptocurrency, discussing recent regulatory developments and projections for 2019.…
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Episode 229: Blockchain Takes Over The Cyberlaw Podcast
On September 4th, Alan Cohn hosted the 229th episode of The Cyberlaw Podcast. We took a deep dive into all things blockchain and cryptocurrency discussing recent regulatory developments and best practices for users of exchanges.
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Episode 217: Blockchain Takes Over The Cyberlaw Podcast
In our 217th episode of The Cyberlaw Podcast, the blockchain and cryptocurrency team takes over the podcast again.
Alan Cohn hosts another of the podcast’s periodic deep dives into all things blockchain and cryptocurrency to discuss recent regulatory developments and the current state of play of the…
Steptoe Cyberlaw Podcast – Interview with Meltem Demirors
Episode 167: Blockchain Takes Over the Podcast
Episode 167 sees blockchain take over the podcast again. With Stewart traveling, Alan Cohn hosts another of the podcast’s periodic deep dives into all things blockchain and digital currency. Our guest is Meltem Demirors, Director of Development at Digital Currency Group. Podcast regular Maury Shenk joins members…