Computer Law & Security Review
Scope & Guideline
Fostering Dialogue on Technology’s Legal Challenges
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cybersecurity Law and Policy:
The journal consistently addresses issues related to cybersecurity legislation, including responses to cyber threats and the legal frameworks that govern cybersecurity practices. - Data Protection and Privacy:
A significant focus on data protection laws, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its impact on privacy rights, data sovereignty, and the handling of personal data. - Artificial Intelligence Regulation:
Exploration of the legal challenges posed by artificial intelligence, including liability issues, ethical considerations, and regulatory frameworks for AI technologies. - Digital Transformation and Governance:
Research on how digitalization affects governance structures, including the regulation of digital platforms, e-commerce, and the implications of technology on public policy. - Comparative Legal Studies:
The journal often includes comparative analyses of legal systems, particularly between the EU, the US, and China, examining how different jurisdictions tackle similar technological challenges.
Trending and Emerging
- AI Ethics and Regulation:
There is a growing emphasis on the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, including fairness, accountability, and transparency, reflecting the need for comprehensive regulatory frameworks. - Privacy in the Digital Age:
Recent titles indicate an increasing focus on privacy rights, particularly in relation to new technologies such as tracking apps, personal data protection laws, and the implications of the GDPR. - The Impact of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies:
Research on blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies is expanding, especially regarding regulatory challenges and implications for financial markets and data protection. - Data Sovereignty and International Law:
Emerging discussions on data sovereignty highlight the complexities of cross-border data transfers and the legal implications of national data protection laws in a globalized digital economy. - Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection:
There is a heightened focus on the legal frameworks necessary to protect critical infrastructures from cyber threats, reflecting increasing concerns over national security and public safety.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Intellectual Property Issues:
There seems to be a waning interest in conventional intellectual property topics, particularly as the focus shifts towards more complex issues like digital rights and AI-generated content. - General Cybercrime Legislation:
While cybercrime remains a critical issue, discussions specifically centered on traditional cybercrime laws are less frequent, possibly overshadowed by broader cybersecurity and data protection themes. - Regulatory Approaches to Legacy Technologies:
The journal has seen a decrease in papers addressing legacy technologies and their regulatory frameworks, as the emphasis has shifted towards emerging technologies like AI and blockchain.
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