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Firm News 10 results

Firm News | 1 min read | 08.11.26

Crowell Partner Kate Growley Receives ABA Presidential Appointment as Co-Chair of Cybersecurity Legal Task Force

Crowell partner Kate M. Growley has received an ABA Presidential appointment to serve as co-chair of the American Bar Association’s Cybersecurity Legal Task Force for a one-year term beginning in August 2026. The appointment builds on Kate’s longstanding ABA leadership, including numerous roles in the ABA’s Public Contract Law and Science & Technology Sections, and recognizes her deep knowledge in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and national security law and policy. 
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Firm News | 2 min read | 05.22.26

Crowell & Moring Represents Kanders & Company in Acquisition of Ginkgo Bioworks’ Biosecurity Business

May 22, 2026: A Crowell & Moring team represented Kanders & Company in a complex carveout transaction in which Kanders acquired the biosecurity business of publicly traded Ginkgo Bioworks. The resulting company, Perimeter Systems, has launched as the world’s first integrated biosecurity infrastructure platform, designed to transform biological signals into real-time intelligence and accelerate decisive response. At closing, Perimeter secured $60 million in growth capital, led by Kanders in partnership with SCS Financial, Goldcrest Capital, Four Cities Capital, and the Safe Artificial Intelligence Fund (SAIF).
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Client Alerts 179 results

Client Alert | 5 min read | 07.21.26

Last Call: “FAR CUI Rule” Draft Language Provides an Opportunity for Contractors to Weigh in by this Week

The FAR Council recently released an updated draft of the much-anticipated “FAR CUI Rule” that would apply to contractors government-wide.
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Client Alert | 2 min read | 07.13.26

Department of War Immediately Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements, Launches 60-Day Reform Review

The Department of War (DoW) is immediately suspending Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Phase II requirements, which had been scheduled to take effect on November 10, 2026.
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Client Alert | 7 min read | 07.08.26

Illinois Imposes Transparency and Safety Obligations on Frontier AI Systems

On July 6, 2026, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed SB 315, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Measures Act (the Illinois Act), to establish a framework for AI safety, transparency, and accountability for the world’s most powerful AI models. The governor’s approval follows unanimous passage of the bill by the Illinois House and nearly-unanimous support in the Illinois Senate in May. 
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Press Coverage 17 results

Press Coverage | 07.17.26

DoD Plans CMMC Listening Sessions as Questions Swirl Around Review

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Publications 31 results

Publication | 01.28.25

Asia-Pacific Strives to Keep Pace with Cyber Threats

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region witnessed a rapid digital transformation in 2024, powered by its connectivity and technological innovations. However, these advancements have introduced new vulnerabilities into the region’s digital ecosystem, which more sophisticated and nuanced cyber threats are already exploiting. In Q2 2024 alone, the APAC region experienced an average of 2,510 weekly cyberattacks per organization, marking a 23 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023.
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Publication | 01.28.25

How Businesses Can Navigate China’s Data Regulations in 2025

The People’s Republic of China’s data protection laws have evolved rapidly in recent years, reflecting the global trend towards greater data privacy and security. The cornerstone of this legal framework has been a trio of measures: the Cybersecurity Law (CSL), the Data Security Law (DSL), and the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL). These three laws collectively govern the whole lifecycle of data processing.
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Events 1 result

Event | 07.19.23 - 07.20.23

IAPP Asia Privacy Forum 2023

Kate Growley, a Director in Crowell &Moring International, will be speaking at this year's IAPP Asia Privacy Forum taking place July 19-20th in Singapore. Her presentation, "Approaching Privacy in Ethical AI: The Pros, Cons and Grays" will take place on July 20th at 3:30 p.m. SGT.

Webinars 6 results

Webinar | 06.30.26, 12:00 PM EDT - 1:00 PM EDT

Crowell's False Claims Act Webinar Series — False Claims Act Update: Hot Enforcement Topics

Join experienced practitioners from Crowell & Moring’s Government Contracts and White Collar & Regulatory Enforcement groups as they examine hot topics in False Claims Act practice in 2026 and what they mean for government contractors and more. 

Webinar | 01.22.26, 12:00 PM EST - 1:00 PM EST

FY2026 NDAA Webinar

A team of attorneys from Crowell & Moring’s Government Contracts Group will present on the most consequential changes for government contractors from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, including the bill’s significant changes to defense acquisition, sourcing restrictions, and interactions between the Defense Industrial Base and the Department of War.  

Webinar | 10.08.25, 12:00 PM EDT - 1:00 PM EDT

Key Takeaways from DOJ’s Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative

Join Crowell & Moring for a webinar covering the latest developments stemming from the Department of Justice's  Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative.

Speaking Engagements 68 results

Blog Posts 65 results

Blog Post | 07.22.26

Department of War Immediately Suspends CMMC Phase II Requirements, Launches 60-Day Reform Review

Crowell & Moring's Government Contracts Legal Forum

Blog Post | 07.22.26

Special Edition of the Fastest 5 Minutes: Suspension of CMMC Phase II Requirements

Crowell & Moring's Government Contracts Legal Forum

Blog Post | 07.13.26

Logged Out: How LOGZONE’s DIBCAC Challenges Put It Squarely in DOJ’s Crosshairs

Crowell & Moring's Government Contracts Legal Forum

Podcasts 23 results

Podcast | 07.22.26

Special Edition of the Fastest 5 Minutes: Suspension of CMMC Phase II Requirements

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Podcast | 05.17.22

Byte-Sized Q&A: What do I need to know about Medium Assessments?

Crowell & Moring’s “Byte-Sized Q&A” podcast takes the complex world of government contracts cybersecurity and breaks it down into byte-sized pieces. In this episode, Kate Growley overviews Medium Assessments and the importance of them for defense contractors.
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Podcast | 12.03.21

Byte-Sized Q&A: What’s not in CMMC 2.0?

Crowell & Moring’s “Byte-Sized Q&A” podcast takes the complex world of government contracts cybersecurity and breaks it down into byte-sized pieces. In this episode, hosts Evan Wolff and Kate Growley talk through some key elements that are no longer expected under CMMC 2.0.
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