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Ohio Appeals Court Rules Google Is Not a Common Carrier
Ohio's appellate court ruled Google is not a common carrier, shaping regulation of tech platforms and editorial discretion.
Colorado Firms Settle Dispute Over Google Ads Using Competitor Name
Franklin D. Azar & Associates and Bachus & Schanker settled over misleading competitor-name Google ads, highlighting risks in legal marketing compliance.
Clio Acquires Jurisage to Boost AI Legal Tools in Canada
Clio completes acquisition of Canadian legal data startup Jurisage to expand AI-powered workflow solutions with Clio Work in Canada.
Cyera Raises $600M, Valued at $12B for AI Cybersecurity Platform
Cyera secures $600 million funding, hitting a $12 billion valuation as AI-driven cybersecurity demand surges for legal and corporate sectors.
EU orders Meta to restore free WhatsApp access for rival AI chatbots
The European Commission mandates Meta to allow free API access for rival AI assistants on WhatsApp during antitrust investigation, safeguarding competition.
Anthropic Launches Claude Fable 5 and Claude for Legal With AI Plugins
Anthropic releases Claude Fable 5 and Claude for Legal with over 20 connectors and 12 legal practice plugins, advancing AI in law firms and departments.
House Passes Faster Labor Contracts Act to Speed Union Negotiations
U.S. House passes FLCA to accelerate first contract negotiations between new unions and employers, imposing strict timelines and arbitration.
Yelp Moves to Block Google’s Search Monopoly After Antitrust Ruling
Yelp seeks issue preclusion to stop Google’s monopolistic search practices after 2024 antitrust verdict, impacting corporate legal strategies.
FDA Backs Rule Requiring Vape Makers to Prove Flavors Aid Smoking Cessation
FDA defends rule mandating vape manufacturers demonstrate flavored products better help smokers quit, impacting regulatory and legal strategies.
Louisiana Enacts Data Privacy Law Effective January 2027
Louisiana signs the Louisiana Data Privacy Act, joining 21 states with consumer data privacy laws, affecting businesses starting Jan 2027.
Billables AI Raises $10.2M to Expand AI Legal Timekeeping Tools
Billables AI secures $10.2M Series A to develop advanced AI features beyond timekeeping for law firms and legal departments, spotlighting legal tech innovation.
Wolters Kluwer Launches AI Tool for U.S. Jurisdictional Law Tracking
Wolters Kluwer's CCH Jurisdictional Compare uses AI to automate U.S. multi-state legal research, helping compliance teams save time and reduce errors.
ICC Suspends Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan Over Sexual Misconduct Claims
The ICC suspended chief prosecutor Karim Khan following a UN inquiry into sexual misconduct, prompting a vote among member states on his future.
Spellbook Launches $25K Legal Tech Fellowship for Law Students
Spellbook offers $25,000 fellowships to law students developing AI-driven legal tech projects, partnering with 50+ schools for fall 2026 semester.
DeepIP Acquires Munich AI Patent Assistant PatentMaker
DeepIP’s acquisition of PatentMaker strengthens its leadership in European AI-driven IP tech, boosting patent lifecycle management for law firms and corporations.
California Mail Ballot Counting Delays Spark Election Fraud Claims
California's extended mail-in ballot counting ignites election fraud allegations amid the 2026 primaries, raising legal scrutiny and investigation.
Apple Launches Siri AI with Google’s Gemini Tech After $250M Delay
Apple unveils Siri AI with advanced context features powered by Google Gemini, following delays and a $250M class-action settlement.
Trump Nominates Todd Blanche as U.S. Attorney General
President Trump nominated Todd Blanche as permanent U.S. Attorney General, signaling potential DOJ shifts impacting legal strategies.
OnlyFans Creator Sentenced to 4 Years in Fetish Suffocation Death
OnlyFans creator Michaela Rylaarsdam sentenced to four years for involuntary manslaughter in fetish suffocation death of Michael Dale in California.
White House Starts Talks to Preempt State AI Laws with Federal Rules
The White House has begun negotiating with Congress to federally preempt some state AI laws, aiming to simplify compliance and legal strategies.