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IoT Update: COVID-19 Drives Forward Connected and Automated Vehicle Legislative and Regulatory Efforts

By Jennifer Johnson, Rebecca Yergin and Nira Pandya on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, COVID-19, Privacy & Data Security
The COVID-19 pandemic has created both speed bumps and accelerants for connected and automated vehicle (“CAV”) developments in the United States.  In our Quarterly Update earlier this month, we covered recent legislative and regulatory activity around CAVs, both specifically targeted efforts and those impacting AI and IoT technologies generally.  Although some CAV legislative efforts have … Continue Reading

U.S. AI and IoT Legislative Update – First Quarter 2020

By U.S. AI and IoT Legislative Tracking Team on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT)
Though it seems like the distant past now, in this update we detail the notable legislative events from the first quarter of 2020 on artificial intelligence (“AI”), the Internet of Things (“IoT”), cybersecurity as it relates to AI and IoT, and connected and autonomous vehicles (“CAVs”). Prior to the slowdown in non-COVID related legislation that … Continue Reading

IoT Update: NHTSA Continues to Ramp Up Exploration of Automated Driving Technologies

By Rebecca Yergin on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, COVID-19, Internet of Things (IoT)
The wheels continue to turn with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (“NHTSA”) efforts to modernize vehicle safety standards, including for connected and automated vehicles (“CAVs”). Most recently, NHTSA issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”), seeking public comment on its endeavors “to improve safety and update rules that no longer make sense” for certain … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Dutch Supervisory Authority Investigates Connected Cars

By Kristof Van Quathem on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT)
On March 24, 2020, the Dutch Supervisory Authority (“SA”) announced the launch of a broad investigation into automobile manufacturers, to determine whether any violations of data protection laws have occurred in relation to connected cars. The Dutch SA sent a questionnaire to all Netherlands-based car and truck manufacturers, asking what types of personal data they … Continue Reading

U.S. AI and IoT Quarterly Legislative Update: Fourth Quarter 2019

By U.S. AI and IoT Legislative Tracking Team on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Congress, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security, Spectrum & Mobile
U.S. federal policymakers continued to focus on artificial intelligence (“AI”) and the Internet of Things (“IoT”) in the fourth quarter of 2019, including by introducing substantive bills that would regulate the use of such technology and by supporting bills aimed at further study of how such technology may impact different sectors. In our fourth AI … Continue Reading

IoT Update: DOT Introduces Fourth Round of Automated Vehicles Guidance (AV 4.0)

By Jake Levine and Rebecca Yergin on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Innovation, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security, Spectrum & Mobile
This month, situated among foldable tablet computers and flying taxis, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Elaine Chao, unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show (“CES”) the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (“DOT”) long-anticipated fourth round of automated vehicles guidance, “AV 4.0.”  Formally entitled, “Ensuring American Leadership in Automated Vehicle Technologies,” AV 4.0 is less regulatory guidance and more … Continue Reading

IoT Update: FCC Proposes New Spectrum Plan for Vehicle Safety and Unlicensed Uses

By Jennifer Johnson and Thomas Parisi on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Telecommunications, Uncategorized
With all the current excitement around emerging high-tech autonomous vehicles and internet of things (IoT) devices, it may surprise some observers that around 20 years ago the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), at Congress’s direction, was already taking some important steps with respect to these technologies.  Most notably, the FCC set aside the 5.9 GHz band, … Continue Reading

AI/IoT Update: UK Law Commission Launches Second Consultation on Automated Vehicles

By Siobhan L.M. Kahmann and Sam Jungyun Choi on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT)
On 16 October 2019, the Law Commission of England and Wales – jointly with the Scottish Law Commission – launched a second public consultation on the regulatory framework for Highly Automated Road Passenger Services, or “HARPS”.  “HARPS” is a new term that the Law Commissions have coined for highly automated vehicles that provide road journeys … Continue Reading

AI and IoT Legislative Developments: Third Quarter 2019

By U.S. AI and IoT Legislative Tracking Team on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Congress, Cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security
Federal policymakers continued to focus on artificial intelligence (“AI”) and the Internet of Things (“IoT”) in the third quarter of 2019, including by introducing substantive bills that would regulate the use of such technology and by supporting bills aimed at further study of how such technology may impact different sectors. In our third AI & … Continue Reading

AI/IoT Update: Connected and Automated Vehicles Webinar Series: EU Key Developments PART 2

By Siobhan L.M. Kahmann and Sam Jungyun Choi on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT)
Earlier this month, Covington’s Brussels, Frankfurt and London offices hosted a webinar on EU regulatory developments impacting connected and automated vehicles (CAVs). The seminar attracted participants from across the globe, predominantly from tech and automotive industries. This post features an overview of the sections on CO2 pooling, transmission standards: WiFi and 5G, EV chargers and … Continue Reading

AI/IoT Update: Connected and Automated Vehicles Webinar Series: EU Key Developments PART 1

By Siobhan L.M. Kahmann and Sam Jungyun Choi on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Cybersecurity, Data, General Data Protection Regulation, Internet of Things (IoT)
Earlier this month, Covington’s Brussels, Frankfurt and London offices hosted a webinar on EU regulatory developments impacting connected and automated vehicles (CAVs). The seminar attracted participants from across the globe, predominantly from tech and automotive industries. This post features an overview of the introduction, and sections on data access and competition, data protection and cybersecurity. … Continue Reading

AI and IoT Legislative Update: Second Quarter 2019

By U.S. AI and IoT Legislative Tracking Team on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security
Federal and state policymakers continued to focus on artificial intelligence (“AI”) and the Internet of Things (“IoT”) in the second quarter of 2019, including by introducing both substantive measures that would regulate the use of the technology and by supporting funding bills aimed at increasing investment. In our second AI & IoT Quarterly Legislative Update, … Continue Reading

AI and IoT Legislative Developments: First Quarter 2019

By U.S. AI and IoT Legislative Tracking Team on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security
Federal and state policymakers introduced a range of new measures on artificial intelligence (“AI”) and the Internet of Things (“IoT”) in the first quarter of 2019. In our initial AI & IoT Quarterly Legislative Update, we detail the notable legislative events from this quarter on AI, IoT, cybersecurity as it relates to AI and IoT, … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Flurry of Federal 5G Activity Indicates Important Growth Opportunities for the IoT Ecosystem

By Thomas Parisi and Rebecca Yergin on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Innovation, Internet of Things (IoT), Spectrum & Mobile
From the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) to Congress to the White House, the federal government has continued to push the importance of investment and innovation in fifth-generation (“5G”) wireless technology. This push bodes well for the many industries that rely on the Internet of Things (“IoT”), such as transportation, healthcare, and manufacturing—to name a few. … Continue Reading

IoT Update: How Smart Cities and Connected Cars May Benefit from Each Other

By Brooke Kahn, Thomas Parisi and Gregory Discher on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Innovation, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security
Innovative leaders worldwide are investing in technologies to transform their cities into smart cities—environments in which data collection and analysis is utilized to manage assets and resources efficiently.  Smart city technologies can improve safety, manage traffic and transportation systems, and save energy, as we discussed in a previous post.  One important aspect of a successful … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Covington Hosts First Webinar on Connected and Automated Vehicles

By Rebecca Yergin on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Innovation, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security
On February 27, 2019, Covington hosted its first webinar in a series on connected and automated vehicles (“CAVs”).  During the webinar, which is available here, Covington’s regulatory and public policy experts covered the current state of play in U.S. law and regulations relating to CAVs.  In particular, Covington’s experts focused on relevant developments in: (1) … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Covington to Host Webinar on Connected and Automated Vehicles

By Rebecca Yergin on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Innovation, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security
One week from today, Covington will host its first webinar in a series on connected and automated vehicles (“CAVs”).  The webinar will take place on February 27 from 12 to 1 p.m. Eastern Time. During the webinar, Covington’s regulatory and legislative experts will cover developments in U.S. law and regulations relating to CAVs. Those topics … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Building Out the “Cutting Edge” for an Infrastructure Package

By Jayne Ponder, Rebecca Yergin and Layth Elhassani on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Spectrum & Mobile, Telecommunications
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump used his State of the Union address to reinforce the need for legislation to update the nation’s infrastructure. In the speech, he urged both parties to “unite for a great rebuilding of America’s crumbling infrastructure” and said that he is “eager to work” with Congress on the issue. Significantly, he … Continue Reading

EU Working Group Publishes Draft Guidance on AI Ethics

By Sam Jungyun Choi on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Data, Ethics, European Union
On 18 December 2018, the EU High-Level Expert Group on Artificial Intelligence (the “AI HLEG”) published new draft guidance on “AI Ethics” (the “guidance”).  The AI HLEG is a European Commission-backed working group made up of representatives from industry, academia and NGOs, and was formed as part of the Commission’s ongoing work to develop EU … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Navigating the Course of Spectrum for Connected and Automated Vehicle Technologies

By Rebecca Yergin on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Spectrum & Mobile, Telecommunications
The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) has a key role to play in driving the development of connected and automated vehicles (“CAV”) technology. As we explained in a recent CAV IoT Update, the FCC has been studying the risks associated with specific CAV technologies that could provide unique channels for potential cyberattacks. This post examines the … Continue Reading

IoT Update: The European Commission consults on building trust in Connected and Automated Mobility

By Siobhan L.M. Kahmann and Jonathan Benjamin on Posted in Autonomous Vehicles, European Union, Internet of Things (IoT)
The European Commission (the “Commission”) has launched an Open Public Consultation for building trust in Connected and Automated Mobility (the “CAM Consultation”) on the main challenges linked to the deployment of connected and automated mobility services in Europe and how trust should be built in such services. This CAM Consultation, which largely takes the form … Continue Reading

IoT Update: Who’s at the Wheel? Connected and Automated Vehicles Stakeholders Weigh In from the Mcity Congress

By Jake Levine, Suzanne Bell, Brandon Palmen, Sarah Wilson, Jennifer Johnson and John Buchanan on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Privacy & Data Security, Spectrum & Mobile, Telecommunications
Last week, Covington dispatched a team of connected and automated vehicles (“CAV”) practitioners to participate in the Mcity Congress, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Lawyers from our Technology and IP Transactions, Public Policy, Product Safety and Liability, and Insurance practice groups presented a series of observations and insights around mitigating liability in the CAV industry, and … Continue Reading

IoT Update: DOT Publishes Policy Statement on Automated Vehicles

By Sarah Wilson and Christopher Zirpoli on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT)
On October 4, the U.S. Department of Transportation published Preparing for the Future of Transportation: Automated Vehicles 3.0 (“AV 3.0”), a policy vision statement that embraces automation as a critical tool to improve motor vehicle safety. AV 3.0 identifies several avenues to remove regulatory barriers to automated driving systems (“ADS”), including potential changes to rules … Continue Reading

Covington AI/IoT Update: EPA and NHTSA Seek Comment on Autonomous and Connected Vehicles

By Jake Levine on Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous Vehicles, Internet of Things (IoT), Political, Privacy & Data Security, Spectrum & Mobile
On Friday August 24, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register: The Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicles Rule for Model Years 2021-2026 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks (“Proposed Rule”).  83 Fed. Reg. 42817. The long-anticipated rulemaking has garnered media attention for … Continue Reading
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