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The International Counter Ransomware Initiative: From Forming and Norming to Performing

Next week the 68 member nations of the International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) will convene in Washington DC for the group’s annual gathering to foster cooperation between nations to combat ransomware.

The Good, the Not So Good, and the Puzzling

The White House Office of National Cyber Director released its summary report on its RFI on Open source software security, checking off another box on the commitments made in the National Cybersecurity Strategy.

Brazil, U.S. Exchange Cybersecurity Best Practices with Digi Americas Alliance Support

Representatives from Brazil and the United States concluded a two-day exchange on cybersecurity best practices hosted by the Digi Americas Alliance on Aug. 8-9 in Washington D.C.

S02 E07: Costa Rican Cybersecurity Policy with Minister Paula Bogantes

In our latest Distilling Cyber Policy podcast episode, Alex Botting and Jen Ellis from the Center for Cybersecurity Policy & Law are joined by Paula Bogantes, the Costa Rican Minister of Science, Innovation, Technology and Telecommunications.

NATO can’t truly defend cyberspace without private partnerships

Cybersecurity was a critical for of the recent NATO Summit. Read the latest from CCPL staff in Compiler on why private partnerships are key to protect NATO members.

NDAA and Cybersecurity with Grant Schneider (DCP S2 E6)

In our latest Distilling Cyber Policy podcast, Alex and Jen are joined by Grant Schneider, Senior Director of Cybersecurity Services at Venable. Schneider discusses the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and its implications for cyber policy.

Hearing Highlights Industry Calls for Brazilian National Digital Security Agency

CCPL’s Belisario Contreras testified at a subcommittee hearing for the Federal Senate of Brazil on the importance of a National Digital Security Agency in the country.

Progress Report: National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy

The Office of the National Cyber Director released an Initial Stages of Implementation report on the National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy showing progress made thus far.

Chevron Pattern Disrupted: The Impact on Cybersecurity Regulations

The Supreme Court struck down a long-standing precedent on the power of federal agencies to interpret and clarify the laws they enforce. The ruling will likely have a sweeping effect on regulations, including cybersecurity rules, in every sector.

EU Cyber Policy with Despina Spanou (DCP S2 E5)

In our latest Distilling Cyber Policy podcast, our hosts are joined by Despina Spanou, the Head of the Cabinet of the Vice-President of the European Commission. In her role, Despina oversees the EUs policies on security, migration, and other topics.