As the U.S. cannabis industry continues to expand, so do the privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory challenges facing operators. On January 14, 2026, Dentons and Lockton Companies co‑hosted a 30‑minute webinar to help cannabis businesses understand the evolving risk landscape and what they can do to stay prepared.
The session—led by Hannah King and Andrew Clearwater of Dentons, alongside Alan Devey and Andrew Laubmeier of Lockton—covered the latest cybersecurity threats impacting cannabis operators nationwide. They walked through real‑world breach examples, including incidents affecting patient data, customer records, and employee information, underscoring how vulnerable the industry remains.
Attendees also received an overview of the rapidly shifting patchwork of state privacy laws and regulatory requirements. With new state rules coming online and increased enforcement activity, operators were reminded of the importance of maintaining strong compliance programs, vetting vendors, encrypting sensitive data, and having a well‑practiced incident response plan in place.
If you missed the session or want to revisit the insights, the full recording is available here: https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/news-events-and-awards/events/2026/january/14/safeguarding-privacy-and-security-in-the-us-cannabis-industry
