Cybersecurity Ai, Law, Policy and Practice

This course will examine legal, regulatory, and policy challenges in the embryonic cybersecurity threat arena. We will discuss the national and international legal frameworks that govern cyberspace actions, including cyberespionage and cyberwar laws. The objective of the course is to view the milieu of cybersecurity threats to the government and private sector and responses to them in a national and international law environment while also recognizing the boundaries of current law. The course will include a survey of federal laws, executive orders, regulations, and cases related to surveillance, cyber intrusions by private and nation-state actors, data breaches, and privacy and civil liberties matters, among other things. The course will also explore this dynamic area's legislative and technology landscape. It will allow students to discuss cutting-edge issues at the intersection of law and policy. We will use corporate case studies to examine recovery planning, cyber insurance, business continuity, board responsibility, compliance with best practices, and the evolving regulatory environment of the Federal Trade Commission, the SEC, and other agencies, as well as workplace social media management. AI will play a crucial role in all aspects of the course. Expect to use several AI tools, programs, and platforms regularly. Grading and Method of Evaluation: Grades will be based on class participation, assignments and practical exercises, and completion of a 15-20 page paper.