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Japanese Regulator Balances Cybersecurity, Competition Concerns In MSCA Implementation Guidelines

Promoting robust competition in the digital space while ensuring cybersecurity protections is challenging. The Japan Fair Trade Commission strikes a crucial balance between these priorities in its May 2025 guidelines.

The Clock’s Ticking: Why CISA 2015 Must Be Renewed Now

As the September 2025 expiration of CISA 2015 looms, Congress faces a critical decision that will shape the future of national cyber defense. At a time when the U.S. is under near constant cyber attacks, government and industry need to share intel.

Cybersecurity Coalition, CR2 Comment on EU Cybersecurity Act Revision Consultation

The Cybersecurity Coalition and the Coalition to Reduce Cyber Risk submitted comments to the European Union Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology’s open consultation on revisions to the Cybersecurity Act.

New Cybersecurity Executive Order, Same Mission: Protecting America's Digital Infrastructure

Since taking office speculation has swirled on what President Trump would do on cybersecurity. A new EO upholds previous messaging and underscores that cybersecurity isn't a partisan battle; it demands nonpartisan solutions to protect the nation.

Dual Drone EOs: A Boost to the Domestic Drone and Counter-Drone Industries

President Trump signed two executive orders with the stated purpose of supporting the domestic drone industry, while also protecting against the threats posed by the misuse and malicious use of drones.

Japan's new Active Cyber Defense Law: A Strategic Evolution in National Cybersecurity

Japan's National Parliament passed the landmark Active Cyber Defense Law, marking a pivotal shift in the country's cybersecurity strategy, encompassing a range of provisions aimed at modernizing Japan's institutions and enhancing cybersecurity.

To Hack Back, or Not Hack Back? That is the Question … or is it?

The U.S. is facing a new era of digital conflict where cyberattacks are persistent campaigns targeting critical infrastructure. In response, calls to embrace offensive cyber have grown as questions and challenges around these capabilities are raised.

Addressing IT Concentration Risk in the Australian Government

The Center and Australian officials conducted a multi-stakeholder tabletop exercise, with the intent to explore concentration risk within the Australian Government’s IT environments.

RSA Readout: Asia-Pacific

Government and cybersecurity leaders from Asia-Pacific addressed the region’s growing role in digital transformation, its exposure to geostrategic competition and cross-border threats, and efforts to harmonize cybersecurity policies and practices.

RSA Readout: Europe

European policymakers have expressed concerns about their dependence on foreign technology for certain critical capabilities. During conversations around the RSA Conference stakeholders dove into this topic and what the future may hold.