David Adler

We know that Intellectual Property rights (copyright, patent, trademark, trade secrets) and information technology systems each play a crucial role in business competitiveness. One defining feature of the digital economy is the commercial exploitation of these intangible assets. In order to realize the full potential of a company's intangible business assets, it is necessary to be able to identify, locate and safeguard their disclosure and use. Businesses are facing an increasing array of threats both internally and externally that could expose critical and confidential information. Cyber Security plays a crucial role in managing legal risks associated with interactions with employees, customers and vendors as well as hackers and law enforcement. This "Hot Topics" discussion gives attendees a snapshot of new developments in law, public policy, regulation, court cases and legal framework for our industry. Focus on privacy and civil liberties, identity, cyber-conflict, IoT, standards.