Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Pentagon Strikes AI Deals with 7 Firms for Classified Military Networks
The Pentagon signed AI integration agreements with SpaceX, OpenAI, Google, and others for secure military networks, raising new compliance and supply-chain issues.
White House mulls Pentagon-led AI safety checks for government use
The White House may mandate Pentagon-run safety reviews for AI models in government, potentially shaping standards for legal tech and compliance tools.
Apple Seeks Supreme Court Pause on App Store Fee Rulings in Epic Case
Apple asks Supreme Court to halt App Store fee mandates amid Epic Games litigation, a move that could transform digital marketplace legal frameworks and platform economics.
Supreme Court Fast-Tracks Voting Rights Act Decision, Shaping 2026 Elections
The U.S. Supreme Court has expedited its ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, reshaping voting rights enforcement and redistricting ahead of the 2026 elections.
DOJ Sues to Block Minnesota’s Climate Fraud Lawsuit Against Oil Majors
The DOJ is suing Minnesota, arguing only the federal government can address emissions, as 15+ states pursue similar climate fraud cases against oil firms.
Wells Fargo, BMO, Citi, Comerica Sued Over $720K Crypto Fraud Seizure
A California man sues Wells Fargo, BMO, Citibank, and Comerica, alleging unlawful seizure of $720K after banks linked his funds to a crypto scam, raising compliance concerns.
Guyana and Venezuela Take Essequibo Border Battle to World Court
Guyana and Venezuela have escalated their century-old Essequibo territorial dispute to the International Court of Justice, seeking a definitive legal resolution.
California Accuses State Farm of Wildfire Claim Violations
California regulators allege State Farm violated state law in handling post-2025 wildfire claims, seeking $4M in penalties and a license suspension.
DOJ Appeals to Uphold NY Prosecutor Appointment Without Senate OK
The DOJ asks the Second Circuit to affirm John Sarcone III's leadership of the NY U.S. Attorney’s Office, raising legal questions for DOJ appointment strategies in federal offices.
Massachusetts High Court Reviews 'Jungle Primary' Ballot Proposal
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court considers a ballot question that would replace party primaries with a top-two 'jungle primary,' impacting election law and legal advisory roles.
Standing, Not Mootness, at Center of Minnesota Civil Rights Suit Against ICE
A Minnesota civil rights case challenges the government's claim that ending ICE's operation moots the lawsuit, spotlighting accountability for federal policy shifts.
CFPB Finalizes Rule Narrowing Fair Lending Enforcement
The CFPB's new final rule eliminates disparate impact liability under ECOA and revises key Regulation B provisions, prompting legal and compliance shifts for lenders.
Spanish Supreme Court Expands GDPR Compliance to Data Request Stage
A Spanish Supreme Court ruling holds GDPR applies from the moment data is requested, not just received, impacting U.S. firms handling cross-border EU data.
Tennessee’s FAIR Rx Act Sets Up Legal Battle over PBM Pharmacy Ownership
Tennessee’s newly passed FAIR Rx Act, banning PBM-pharmacy-insurer combos, faces likely legal challenges echoing Arkansas’s recent experience and visa threats from CVS Health.
Delaware Court Blocks Founder’s Unilateral LLC Board Removals
A Delaware Court of Chancery decision invalidates a founder's unilateral attempt to remove LLC board members, clarifying the limits of removal powers under Delaware law.
Trump Order Grants Expanded Sanctions Powers Over Cuba
President Trump’s executive order grants U.S. officials new authority to impose asset freezes and block transactions with individuals linked to Cuban repression or security threats.
Legal Experts Critique ABA's New AI Ethics Opinion for Gaps
Legal experts raise concerns over the ABA's AI ethics guidance, highlighting potential malpractice and fee risks for lawyers relying on or ignoring AI tools.
AI in Defense Contracting Triggers New Legal and Compliance Risks
AI's rapid adoption in defense contracts exposes contractors to rising FCA liability, cybersecurity scrutiny, and supplier bans, reshaping compliance challenges.
California Supreme Court to Hear Gilead 'Duty to Innovate' Patent Case
The California Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the Gilead Tenofovir Cases, addressing the pharmaceutical industry's legal duty to innovate and expedite safer drugs.
EFF Urges Stronger Digital Rights Protections in EU Fairness Act
The EFF published recommendations to shape the EU's Digital Fairness Act, urging stronger digital rights protections as new regulations with global impact take form.