Down The Security Rabbithole

In this episode FTC imposes a $250,000 fine for "false advertising" of encryption Interesting case, where there really was 'false advertising' Would this even have been a 'security issue'? https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/press-releases/2016/01/dental-practice-software-provider-settles-ftc-charges-it-misled NY wants to ban encrypted smart phone sales Another clear case of legislators being clueless? What about all the existing technology, and kit you can buy across state lines? http://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-iphone-ban-new-york-looks-to-outlaw-sale-of-encrypted-smartphones/ Las Vegas casino is suing cybersecurity firm over "woefully inadequate" work Are there ethical implications here of a competitor defining negligence? Burden of proof is on casino to prove "woefully inadequate" - but against what standard? Does this ultimately raise quality, price or both for IR services? http://thehackernews.com/2016/01/casino-hacker.html The FDA issues draft guidance of security guidelines If everyone is doing i