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EU issues detailed guidance for Cyber Resilience Act notifications
The EU published practical guidance to help companies comply with Cyber Resilience Act reporting and risk assessment deadlines.
France’s top court blocks social media ban for under-15s
France's Constitutional Council overturns under-15 social media ban, raising key legal debates on minors' digital rights in the EU.
AMA’s New AI Billing Codes Draw Criticism from Nursing Groups
AMA’s new AI billing codes for autonomous services spark nursing group concerns over billing fairness and liability amid AI healthcare expansion.
USCIS to Mandate Electronic Filing for Immigration Applications in 2026
Starting in 2026, USCIS will require mandatory electronic filing for immigration and work-related applications, changing legal workflows in immigration law.
D.C. Circuit Upholds EPA's PFAS Hazardous Substance Listing
The D.C. Circuit court affirms EPA's authority to regulate PFAS as hazardous, solidifying environmental compliance frameworks amid major settlements.
CareCloud breach exposed records of 3.7M patients in 2026
CareCloud confirms a major cyberattack exposed records of 3.7 million patients, highlighting healthcare data risks and compliance challenges.
Supreme Court’s Emergency Docket Shapes Trump Policies and TPS Fate
The Supreme Court's emergency docket decisions impact Trump administration policies and uncertain futures for TPS holders, influencing immigration and litigation.
Hanson Bridgett Taps Martin Metz as First Chief Technology and Innovation Officer
Hanson Bridgett appointed Martin Metz as CTIO to lead AI adoption and modernize IT infrastructure, reflecting a growing legal industry trend.
Navi Raises $100M From Prosus Ahead of $314M Indian IPO
Navi secured $100M from Prosus and plans a $314M IPO by 2026, highlighting key legal compliance steps for fintechs in India.
Elevate Acquires Lupl to Enhance Legal Matter Management Tech
Elevate acquired Lupl, the open-source matter management platform, expanding its legal operations offerings with flexible, customizable solutions.
Public Opposition Slows $130B in U.S. AI Data Center Projects
Growing political and public resistance delays $130 billion in U.S. AI data center projects, threatening AI infrastructure expansion nationwide.
Trump Delays 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods for Three Days After Talks
U.S. delays 50% tariffs on $20B Canadian goods following talks; impacts trade law and cross-border business under Section 338 of the Tariff Act.
Buc-ee’s sued Beaver’s Mini Mart over logo similarity on July 28, 2026
Buc-ee’s filed a trademark lawsuit against Beaver’s Mini Mart in Ohio, sparking vandalism, political reactions, and community fundraising efforts.
DOJ Investigates William & Mary for Possible Race-Based Scholarships
The DOJ is probing the College of William & Mary for potentially favoring minority students in scholarship policies, raising questions on affirmative action compliance.
Ninth Circuit Lets Social Media Addiction Lawsuits Against Meta, TikTok Proceed
Ninth Circuit rules tech platforms must face lengthy litigation before early dismissal under Section 230. Lawsuits include claims of addiction and youth harm.
Court Allows Epstein Survivors’ Suit Against DOJ to Proceed Despite Hurdles
A federal court lets 30+ Jeffrey Epstein survivors continue their lawsuit against DOJ over case mishandling and compliance with transparency law.
Glynn Simmons Sues Detective After Nearly 50 Years Wrongly Imprisoned
Glynn Simmons, exonerated after 48 years, sues detective for civil rights violations in wrongful conviction case.
DOJ Launches Probe into Andreessen Horowitz’s Board Seat Practices
The DOJ has launched an antitrust investigation into Andreessen Horowitz’s board practices under the Clayton Act, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny on venture capital firms.
Federal Authorities Charge 17 in Iran-Backed Hack of 100,000 Academics
Federal authorities charge 17 individuals linked to Iran-backed Mabna Institute for hacking 100,000 academic emails worldwide, raising cybersecurity concerns.
Litigant Hid AI Prompts in Connecticut Filings, Court Imposes Sanctions
Connecticut court sanctions litigant who hid AI prompt instructions in filings, highlighting new AI risks for legal workflows and court fairness.