Katie Nadro Shares Five Ways to Keep up With Evolving Cybersecurity and Privacy Regulations

As the digital landscape grows more complex, U.S. businesses are grappling with a surge of cybersecurity and privacy regulations that demand not just compliance—but strategic foresight. From state-level privacy laws to federal initiatives targeting critical infrastructure and AI governance, the regulatory terrain is shifting rapidly.

For business leaders, navigating this environment requires more than technical expertise. It calls for cross-functional collaboration, proactive risk management, and a clear understanding of how cybersecurity and privacy intersect with brand integrity, operational resilience, and long-term growth. In an article for Crain’s Chicago Business, LP’s Corporate Partner, Katie Nadro, shares five ways to keep up with evolving regulations:

1. Vendor Risk Management: Audit vendor contracts for liability, insurance, and data protection compliance.
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Align IT, legal, and privacy teams to ensure policies meet legal standards without stifling innovation.
3. AI Governance: Stay ahead of 2026 laws in states like California, Colorado, and Illinois regulating AI use and transparency.
4. Employee Training: Educate staff on cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI best practices to reduce risk.
5. IP & Brand Protection: Secure proprietary tools and third-party tech with strong contracts and legal oversight.

At Levenfeld Pearlstein, our multidisciplinary team of attorneys combines deep experiences in cybersecurity and data privacy issues with an expanding knowledge of AI and other emerging technologies to advise clients on a wide range of legal issues so they can achieve their business objectives.