Devin DeBacker

Lee Licata and Devin DeBacker, both attorneys from the DOJ’s National Security Division, dive deep into the looming data security challenges posed by foreign adversaries. They discuss the DOJ’s proposed rule aimed at safeguarding American citizens’ data and how public feedback has influenced its evolution. The duo breaks down the complexities of compliance and enforcement while emphasizing the balance between privacy rights and national security needs. Their insights shed light on the necessary collaboration between corporations and regulatory bodies to enhance our data security landscape.

Exploring the implications of Biden's Executive Order on preventing access to Americans' sensitive data, the podcast discusses the regulatory program under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. It highlights the importance of protecting personal information online and delves into the exclusion and restriction of certain data transactions. The discussion also covers licensing, advisory opinions, and the rulemaking process in regulatory compliance.

Devin DeBacker and Lee Licata from the DOJ tackle urgent national security concerns as they focus on protecting American data from foreign threats. They reveal how adversaries might exploit obscure data types like geolocation and genomic information. The discussion highlights China's purchase of sensitive genomic data and the challenges posed by black box data brokers. They also share insights on new regulatory plans for data protection and the potential hurdles posed by political gridlock in Congress.