In a lengthy Executive Order issued on May 12, 2021 (the “Order”), the Biden Administration has taken steps “to make bold changes and significant investments” in both public and private sector cybersecurity “in order to defend the vital institutions that underpin the American way of life.” The full scope of the Order remains to be seen. Much will depend on the recommendations and rules issued by various agencies over the coming months. Nonetheless, the Order itself signals several areas where significant changes can be expected.
In a May 14 blog post, Jon Knight of Alston & Bird’s Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy team explores the impact of the Order.
