Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Dili Raises $21.7M Series A to Advance AI Compliance in Infrastructure
Dili secures $21.7M Series A led by Khosla Ventures to enhance AI compliance tools for infrastructure projects amid rising regulatory demand.
New Expert Insights Clarify Legal Risks in Cross-Border Defense JVs
Legal analysis clarifies IP, governance, and compliance risks in cross-border defense joint ventures for corporate counsel and law firms.
Fifth Circuit: Thorough Harassment Probes Are Crucial to Avoid Liability
The Fifth Circuit's July 2026 ruling in SkyWest Airlines highlights the need for comprehensive harassment investigations to reduce legal risk in workplace disputes.
US AI Labs Call for Slower Development to Boost Safety
Over 1,200 US AI lab employees urge slowing AI progress for safety; regulators and legal pros should watch evolving governance debates.
FTC Sues Hims & Hers for Sharing Patient Data with Meta, Snap
The FTC alleges Hims & Hers shared private health data with Meta and Snap without consent, raising patient privacy and compliance concerns in health tech.
California, Europe Clamp Down on Defenses Blaming AI for Harm
New laws in California, Germany, and the EU hold companies liable for AI-caused harm, rejecting 'AI did it' excuses in legal settings.
Florida Appeals Court Upholds Dismissal of Rebekah Jones Whistleblower Suit
Florida Appeals Court upheld dismissal of Rebekah Jones' 2020 whistleblower lawsuit, clarifying legal protections for government employees.
UN Expert: Border Policies Can't Override Ban on Deportation to Torture
UN Special Rapporteur Alice Jill Edwards warns that international law forbids deporting refugees to torture despite stricter border controls, reaffirming non-refoulement.
UN Urges Venezuela to Reverse ICC Withdrawal Amid Human Rights Concerns
The UN Fact-Finding Mission warns Venezuela's 2026 ICC withdrawal undermines accountability for crimes against humanity.
South Korea Sentences Ex-President Yoon Over 2022 Campaign Lies
South Korea's ex-President Yoon receives suspended jail term for false 2022 campaign claims and faces related election fund penalties, reflecting governance scrutiny.
HRW Exposes Health Risks from Perenco Oil Operations in DRC
Human Rights Watch reports severe environmental and health risks from Perenco's oil production in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Muanda area.
Conservation Groups Sue Over Trump’s Arizona Grazing Expansion
In July 2026, conservation groups sued the Trump administration over expanded livestock grazing in Arizona, challenging the environmental impact on endangered species and federal land use policies.
Special Needs Trust Founder Sued for Stealing $100M, CSNT Files Bankruptcy
CSNT filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy after co-founder stole $100M from special needs trusts, prompting federal indictment and class action lawsuit.
SF Attorney Sues Hotel Booking Sites Over Hidden Fees and Deceptive Ads
On July 29, 2026, SF City Attorney sued hotel booking platforms for hidden fees and misleading ads, signaling tightened legal scrutiny on online travel booking transparency.
Wisconsin Appeals Court Reinstates Act 10, Blocking Public Workers' Bargaining Rights
Wisconsin appeals court overturned a 2024 ruling restoring public worker collective bargaining, keeping Act 10 in place amid union disputes.
Illinois Appeals Court Warns Lawyers Against AI Hallucinations in Briefs
Illinois Appeals Court fines attorney for AI-generated brief errors, signaling risks for legal use of AI in litigation.
White House launches GOLD EAGLE to centralize federal cyber vulnerability data
The White House launched GOLD EAGLE to centralize federal cybersecurity vulnerability management, impacting compliance and regulatory risks for legal professionals.
NJ Supreme Court Rules 2023 False Claims Act Amendment Applies Retroactively
New Jersey Supreme Court confirms that the 2023 False Claims Act amendment applies to pending cases, impacting litigation strategies and risk assessments.
CARB Updates 2027 Greenhouse Gas Reporting After July 2026 Workshop
CARB revises 2027 GHG reporting rules after July 2026 workshop, expanding Scope 3 emissions and insurer obligations under SB 253.
Russia Charges Telegram CEO Pavel Durov with Aiding Terrorism
Russia's FSB accuses Telegram founder Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism amid digital crackdown, raising privacy and cybersecurity concerns globally.