The Internet of Things (“IoT”) is the network of electronic devices that communicate with each other via the Internet without human intervention. It has caused concerns regarding security since vast amounts of unsecure electronic devices are being used to send and receive information. Furthermore, the data breaches that lead to…
A quantum computer is a highly-advanced computer system that works exponentially faster than today’s conventional computers. Quantum computing is the practice of studying quantum computers and their potential. This practice is growing and has caused the rapid decrease in the size of computers at the same time as these systems…
The Internet of Things (a/k/a “IoT”) functions through smart devices that communicate with each other and collect data without human interaction. These devices include smart cars, smart homes, smart hospitals, smart highways, or smart factories. However, the lack of security protecting information is creating privacy concerns as data is collected…
The term “fraud” invokes the same general meaning whether applied to acts on the Internet or in more traditional forms. The difference with Internet fraud is that it occurs on the web and the number of people who may fall victim to the same violation. This situation lends itself to…
Although, most people may think they understand what a class action is, however, the reality is more complex. A group of people cannot just bring a class action without following specific procedures. Notwithstanding the procedural impediments, however, in recent times, more class actions have been filed as the Internet is…
Cloud computing is subject to certain complexities due to the interplay of international organizations, international users, and Cloud Computing Service Providers (collectively “CCSPs”). In essence, the owners, operators, and users of CCSPs may be subject to both national and international laws. Furthermore, as recent events have indicated, they may face…
Security issues related to cloud computing must be dealt with carefully because of the legal uncertainties that surround its regulation. At this time, the European Union and the United States deal differently with cloud computing and its security. What methods are used to deal with cloud computing security issues? Security…
Cloud computing is a service that is offered by service providers and allows for large amounts of information to be stored in virtual servers. These organizations are referred to as Cloud Computing Service Providers (collectively “CCSPs”) and operate within the “cloud.” They are able to operate on a global scale,…
In recent years, with lawyers and their clients calling for alternate methods of dispute resolution, the discovery of electronic documents has become more difficult to manage. In fact, this dilemma is due to the expansive nature of technology and related software and hardware platforms. As such, it has increased the…
In recent times, the concern over the distribution of, and access to, users’ data on the web continues due to rising cyber activity. This has lead to an increase in Internet-related class action lawsuits. What are the different types of class action categories? One category of class actions relates to…