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Understanding copyright and privacy issues related to data scraping

2 months ago | mltaikins.com | Nathan Schissel |Matt Barnes |Riley Cockwill

What is Data Scraping? The evolution of AI has made data scraping more prevalent than ever before. Data scraping involves using software to compile and extract data from online sources and then using that data for other purposes, including generating responses in AI chatbots or providing information online in other formats. Data scraping software is used widely, but recently, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada provided warnings to organizations about this technology.
Key Security Considerations For Drafting Cloud Technology Agreements

Jan 16, 2025 | mondaq.com | Matthew J. Douglas |Kristél Kriel |Nathan Schissel

MA MLT Aikins LLP More MLT Aikins LLP is a full-service law firm of more than 300 lawyers with a deep commitment to Western Canada and an understanding of this market’s unique legal and business landscapes. When it comes to any cloud-based platform, crafting a comprehensive agreement helps address critical security concerns. Canada Privacy
Key security considerations for drafting cloud technology agreements

Jan 14, 2025 | mltaikins.com | Matthew J. Douglas |Kristél Kriel |Nathan Schissel

As more organizations migrate their operations to cloud-based platforms, the importance of well-drafted technology agreements cannot be overstated. While the rapid adoption of cloud services brings unparalleled convenience and scalability, it also introduces unique security risks and challenges. To ensure your organization’s interests are protected, it is essential to craft comprehensive agreements that address critical security concerns.
Prioritize Product Security To Be Resilient Against Cyberattacks

Aug 13, 2024 | mondaq.com | Nathan Schissel |Matthew J. Douglas

Recognizing this, on August 12, 2024, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released Secure by Demand Guide: How Software Customers Can Drive a Secure Technology Ecosystem. The guide helps organizations ensure their software manufacturers prioritize security from the start by providing questions, considerations and resources to integrate product security throughout the procurement lifecycle.
IT Projects, Cost Control, Fraud And Contractual Protections

Apr 12, 2024 | mondaq.com | Nathan Schissel |Jeremy Barber

This blog is not intended to pass comment on any particular controversy implicating IT contractors or procurement matters. However, the broader public conversation about IT project risks may be prompting organizations to ask themselves about their own current and future IT engagements.
2022 Cyberattack Stats - And How To Avoid Being In The 2023 Stats - Security - Canada

Aug 25, 2023 | mondaq.com | Kristél Kriel |Nathan Schissel |Matthew J. Douglas

In the constantly evolving digital landscape, the prevalence and sophistication of cyber threats, and subsequent attacks, continues to escalate. This has put more pressure on businesses to develop a proactive approach to safeguard their organization's assets against cyber threats.
2022 cyberattack stats – and how to avoid being in the 2023 stats - MLT Aikins - Western Canada's Law Firm

Aug 24, 2023 | mltaikins.com | Nathan Schissel

Authors: Kristél Kriel, Nathan Schissel and Matthew Douglas, summer law studentIn the constantly evolving digital landscape, the prevalence and sophistication of cyber threats, and subsequent attacks, continues to escalate. This has put more pressure on businesses to develop a proactive approach to safeguard their organization’s assets against cyber threats.
New Guidance Aims To Address Growing Ransomware Threat

Jul 19, 2023 | mondaq.com | Kristél Kriel |Nathan Schissel

As ransomware threats become increasingly sophisticated – and the cost of cyberattacks continues to mount – authorities in the U.S. have updated guidance on preventing attacks. In May, a number of U.S. agencies published an updated #StopRansomware Guide, adding several new recommendations for preventing and responding to attacks as ransomware actors around the globe adopt new techniques to exploit vulnerabilities and exfiltrate sensitive data.
Canadian Centre For Cyber Security: Huge Concerns With Artificial Intelligence

Jul 18, 2023 | mondaq.com | Kristél Kriel |Nathan Schissel

Many organizations use artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize processes, analyze data, diagnose and treat patients, and customize user experiences. We recently wrote about the privacy and cybersecurity risks with AI. Since that time, the use of AI has continued to expand, and the Canadian Centre of Cyber Security has now issued an awareness bulletin on the significant risks posed by generative AI.
Report Warns Canada's Oil And Gas Sector Is At Growing Risk Of Cyberattacks

Jul 12, 2023 | mondaq.com | Kristél Kriel |Nathan Schissel

Canada's oil and gas sector is at growing risk of Russian-aligned cyberattacks, warns a recent report from the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (the Cyber Centre). In June, the Cyber Centre published a report cautioning that the country's oil and gas sector is "very likely a strategic target for state-sponsored cyber activity" as geopolitical tensions rise in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.