Policy
State Department Confirms US-UK Tech Data Dialogue
The federal government launched another technology-focused alliance with European partners, following Biden’s executive order.
Digital Government
New US-EU Data Privacy Framework Focuses On Limiting U.S. Surveillance
Fortifying European citizens’ data and privacy rights are central to the updated U.S.-EU Data Privacy Framework.
Artificial Intelligence
Vote Now for the Future of Robotics
The European Union's Robotics4EU initiative aims to give the public a voice on how comfortable they are with certain types of robots and artificial intelligence.
Digital Government
US-UK Data Sharing Program Goes Into Effect
The bilateral CLOUD agreement between both nations aims to provide law enforcement with access to valuable data to fight transatlantic and international crime.
Policy
Technical Standards Work is a Priority for White House International Policy
Leaders in the public sector doubled down on the U.S. need to participate in global technical standards to support national security and market dominance.
Emerging Tech
US Must Proactively Participate in International AI Standards-Setting, Officials Warn
Maintaining the country’s leadership in artificial intelligence hinges on contributions to international technology standards, as experts advocate diversity in feedback.
Cybersecurity
FCC Adds China-linked Telecom Providers to List of National Security Threats
The departments of Defense and Justice want the agency to take a more comprehensive approach to preventing foreign adversaries from accessing Americans’ communications and data.
Cybersecurity
Combating Foreign Malign Influence Requires Enhanced Information Sharing
Experts advised the intelligence community to have “more holistic conversations” with the public about the threat landscape.
Cybersecurity
Whole-of-Government Effort Targets Iranian Hackers
An unsealed indictment from the Department of Justice accompanied sanctions and an advisory with international allies warning against government-linked Iranian hackers.
Cybersecurity
U.S. Sanctions Iran—Under New Treasury Rules—for Attack on Albania
The new rules elaborate on what kinds of cyber activities warrant sanctions designation.
Policy
Commerce Revises Export Rules to Boost US Standards Development on Critical Tech
The original rule—which banned certain entities from receiving U.S. exports—endangered U.S. participation in international standards bodies where such entities are present, opponents said.
Cybersecurity
White House Attributes Attack on Albania’s Critical Infrastructure to Iran
A statement from the National Security Council noted the potential for deviations from international norms to escalate conflict and promised accountability.
Cybersecurity
Treasury Reissues Rules to Enforce Cyber Sanctions on Foreign Adversaries
The rules could apply to any new executive order related to the national security emergency President Obama declared in 2015, in advance of a cybersecurity agreement with China.
Cybersecurity
U.S. and Israel Strengthen Cybersecurity Partnership
Both countries have pursued a bilateral cybersecurity agreement between their financial agencies since 2021, amid critical infrastructure threats.
Cybersecurity
U.S.-Mexico Cyber Talks Begin With Focus On Critical Infrastructure
The neighboring countries discussed cybersecurity best practices and sharing threats bilaterally.
Artificial Intelligence
Trade Agency Wants To Know Where US Stands in Global AI Marketplace
The government wants to learn more about international regulations that would prevent U.S. companies from selling AI technologies abroad.
Modernization
US-Japan will Set Up Next-Gen Semiconductor Research Hub
The United States and Japan will create an international research hub for next-generation semiconductors as part of ongoing efforts to secure the semiconductor supply chain and have greater security over the vital component.
Digital Government
US-UK Data Access Agreement Will Go Into Effect Later This Year
The Department of Justice said the CLOUD Act partnership will give investigators in both countries quicker access to data held by service providers.
Cybersecurity
Justice Recovered $500K for Victims, Traced Ransomware Payments to China
The announcement emphasizes the department’s new strategy to address cyber threats, which also includes enforcing financial penalties for federal contractors misrepresenting their cyber defenses.
Cybersecurity