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Privacy & Data ProtectionRegulatory & Compliance

U.S. Lawmakers Revive Push for National Data Privacy Law

House Republicans introduced two new federal data privacy bills as debate intensifies over a national privacy law that could supersede the current patchwork of state regulations.

May 7, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

EU Expands Deforestation Law Scope, Promises Simpler Compliance

The European Commission broadens EU deforestation rules to cover more imports and pledges to cut compliance costs by 75%, impacting global supply chains.

May 7, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceLegal Tech

Scissero Launches Suzie Law: Open-Source AI for Legal Drafting

Scissero launches Suzie Law, an open-source AI for legal drafting and search, aiming to empower law firms and in-house teams to customize AI tools for streamlined workflows.

May 7, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

ESMA Flags MiFID II Sustainability Compliance Gaps Across EU Firms

ESMA's assessment of MiFID II sustainability aspects highlights notable compliance gaps and signals a focus on dialogue over enforcement during regulatory transition.

May 7, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

FSB Warns of Systemic Dangers in Surging $2T Private Credit Market

The Financial Stability Board warns legal teams that rapid growth in the opaque $2T private credit market may trigger regulatory scrutiny and expose banks to systemic risks.

May 7, 20263 min read
Legal TechRegulatory & Compliance

FCA Probes UK Claims Management Firms Amid Legal, Regulatory Scrutiny

The FCA launches a market review of UK claims management companies and law firms, intensifying scrutiny over consumer harm, compliance risk, and aggressive marketing tactics.

May 7, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLitigation

Judge Blocks Bid to Restore School Protections Against ICE in Minnesota

A federal judge denied Minnesota school districts' plea to reinstate 'sensitive area' protections limiting immigration enforcement near schools, impacting immigrant communities.

May 7, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

Report: Most Companies Skimp on AI Risk Checks, GCs Say

A recent Diligent Institute report finds 52% of in-house legal teams use AI but most companies lack robust AI risk checks, raising exposure to legal claims by 2026.

May 7, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceLegal Tech

LexFusion Labs Launches to Guide Legal AI Adoption Post-Baretz+Brunelle Deal

LexFusion, acquired by Baretz+Brunelle in Feb 2025, launches LexFusion Labs to help legal teams adopt AI, signaling accelerated tech integration in law firms and corporate legal.

May 6, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceEmployment & Labor

Virginia and Maine Set 2026 Effective Dates for Pay Transparency Laws

New pay transparency laws in Virginia and Maine take effect July 2026, bringing new compliance obligations for employers on salary disclosures and pay history.

May 6, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceGovernment & Policy

Brooklyn Trial Focuses on Alleged Secret Chinese Police Station in Manhattan

Federal prosecutors begin the Brooklyn trial over an alleged covert Chinese police outpost in Manhattan, signaling heightened legal risks and oversight for global organizations.

May 6, 20263 min read
Legal TechRegulatory & Compliance

Legora acquires Graceview, boosting regulatory tech expansion

Legora acquires Australian compliance startup Graceview, strengthening its regulatory tech offerings amid rapid expansion and major funding milestones in legal AI.

May 6, 20262 min read
Employment & LaborRegulatory & Compliance

EEOC Files Reverse Discrimination Suit Against New York Times

The EEOC alleges the New York Times denied a white male editor a promotion due to race and gender, raising questions about DEI policy limits for corporate employers.

May 6, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

Federal Judge Halts Enforcement of Colorado AI Act After xAI Challenge

A federal court paused Colorado's AI Act on April 27, 2026, amid a constitutional lawsuit by xAI, raising uncertainty for corporate compliance and AI vendors.

May 6, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLitigation

Judge Approves $185M Wells Fargo Deal for Biased Mortgage Practices

A federal judge has approved a $185 million settlement over Wells Fargo's alleged discriminatory lending and diversity quota practices, highlighting heightened compliance risks for financial instit...

May 6, 20263 min read
Law Firm BusinessLegal Operations

Kirkland Breaks $10B Barrier as BigLaw Financial Gap Hits Record Highs

Kirkland & Ellis tops $10B revenue in 2025 as top 10 law firms consolidate nearly 20% of global market share, deepening BigLaw's wealth divide.

May 6, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

Maryland Bans AI-Driven Personalized Pricing in Food Sector

Maryland's new law prohibits AI-powered personalized pricing for food retailers and delivery services, setting a regulatory precedent for legal and compliance teams nationwide.

May 5, 20262 min read
Artificial IntelligenceLegal Tech

Harvey AI Rolls Out 500 Legal-Focused Agents and Custom Builder Tool

Harvey AI launches 500+ legal AI agents and a self-service Agent Builder, aiming to help law firms and legal teams automate tasks and tailor workflows using AI.

May 5, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

FDA Budget Plan Signals Higher User Fees and New Drug Review Rules for Legal Teams

The FDA's 2027 budget proposes higher user fees and new drug approval policies, presenting fresh regulatory compliance considerations for in-house and law firm legal teams.

May 5, 20263 min read
Privacy & Data ProtectionRegulatory & Compliance

States Crack Down on Mishandled Data Opt-Outs, Signal Enforcement Shift

U.S. states step up enforcement of consumer opt-out rights under new privacy laws, targeting businesses that hinder or ignore data sale and targeted ad opt-outs.

May 5, 20263 min read