CBP updated its electronic device search directive in Jan 2026

🤖 CBP's updated electronic device search directive: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has updated its policy on searching electronic devices of travelers entering the United States, sparking concerns over digital privacy and security. The change, effective January 2026, allows for more extensive searches of devices. This update impacts travelers' privacy.

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https://www.mayerbrown.com/en/insights/publications/2026/04/traveling-abroad-your-phone-may-be-the-first-checkpoint

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title: CBP updated its electronic device search directive in Jan 2026
additional: 🤖 CBP's updated electronic device search directive: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has updated its policy on searching electronic devices of travelers entering the United States, sparking concerns over digital privacy and security. The change, effective January 2026, allows for more extensive searches of devices. This update impacts travelers' privacy.
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