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Inadequate Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Due Diligence Alleged in Starwood Deal as UK ICO Fines Marriott $125M for GDPR Violations

Cooley M&A

As a result of SEC cyber guidance from 2011 and 2018 , which specifies that cyber risks and cyber incidents could trigger general SEC reporting obligations, Marriott released a statement on its website to coincide with a filing of its 8-K. Background on the ICO’s Proposed Marriott Fine.

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Supply Chain: Financial Implications, Risks, and Challenges

Peak Frameworks

Risks and Challenges in Managing Supply Chains Several challenges and risks exist within supply chain management, each having potential financial implications. A classic example is the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan that affected the global supply of automotive parts.

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New SEC Disclosure Rules for Cybersecurity Incidents and Governance and Key Takeaways

Cleary M&A and Corporate Governance Watch

2] , [3] The rules build on the 2011 guidance issued by the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance (“2011 Staff Guidance”) and the 2018 Commission Statement and Guidance on Public Company Cybersecurity Disclosures issued by the Commission itself (“2018 Interpretive Release”). [4] The New Rules A. Disclosure by U.S.