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COMPARATIVE STUDY OF CYBERSECURITY LAWS IN ENERGY COMPANIES ACROSS DIFFERENT JURISDICTIONS: AN ANALYSIS OF REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS AND IMPLEMENTATION CHALLENGES

Mirzokhid Musayev

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Volume: 1
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Date: October 30, 2023
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Abstract

This study examines the cybersecurity legal frameworks governing energy companies across multiple jurisdictions, focusing on the United States, European Union, and Asia-Pacific regions. Through comprehensive analysis of existing regulations, implementation practices, and compliance challenges, this research investigates how different regulatory approaches impact the cybersecurity posture of energy sector organizations. Using a mixed-methods approach combining legal document analysis, case studies, and expert interviews, the study evaluated data from 245 energy companies across 27 countries. Results indicate significant variations in regulatory effectiveness, with harmonized frameworks showing superior outcomes in threat prevention and incident response. The findings reveal that jurisdictions with well-defined cybersecurity requirements, regular compliance audits, and clear incident reporting protocols demonstrate better resilience against cyber threats. This research contributes to the understanding of cybersecurity regulation in critical infrastructure and provides recommendations for improving regulatory frameworks.

Keywords

cybersecurity law, energy sector, regulatory compliance, critical infrastructure protection, cross-jurisdictional analysis, cyber resilience

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