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Federal Reserve Proposes Risk-Based AML Rules for Banks
The Federal Reserve proposes new risk-based AML/CFT program requirements for banks, aligning with FinCEN reforms and focusing on high-risk activities.
OpenAI Debuts GPT-5.6 with Cybersecurity Boosts for Legal AI
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 family with enhanced cybersecurity features, impacting AI use in legal fields and data protection.
ECJ Rules VPN Bypass Doesn’t Nullify Effective Geoblocking for Copyright
European Court of Justice clarifies that effective geoblocking, not VPN circumvention, determines copyright liability, impacting digital rights enforcement.
EEOC Rescinds 1979 Affirmative Action Guidance, Changing Employment Law
The EEOC withdrew its 1979 affirmative action guidelines, reshaping employer compliance and diversity practices nationwide.
NY AG Sues 3M, DuPont Over PFAS Contamination in $2B Lawsuit
New York AG Letitia James sues 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva for PFAS pollution, seeking cleanup costs and consumer warnings.
Former Wisconsin Judge Fined $5K After Obstructing ICE Arrest
Ex-Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan fined $5,000 after conviction for obstructing ICE agents during courthouse arrest of an immigrant.
Mexico to File Criminal Complaints Over Deaths in ICE Custody
Mexico plans legal action against the US for deaths of Mexican nationals in ICE detention, raising international legal and human rights issues.
Darrow cuts 33% of staff amid litigation tech sector challenges
Darrow laid off 60 employees in U.S. and Israel amid market pressures, impacting its AI litigation platform development.
NY Times Says OpenAI Hid Evidence in ChatGPT Copyright Lawsuit
The New York Times accuses OpenAI of concealing key datasets and tools in a major ChatGPT copyright trial, raising stakes on AI data transparency.
Using AI for Legal Advice Risks Waiving Attorney-Client Privilege
New court rulings warn clients may lose attorney-client privilege by using AI legal tools before lawyer consultation. Key for GCs to know.
Epiq Acquires Tenor Legal to Boost Flexible Staffing Amid AI Shift
Epiq has acquired Tenor Legal to expand flexible legal staffing services as AI reshapes legal job dynamics. This move supports law firms and corporate legal teams.
Estonia Launches AI Tool to Prevent Costly Legal Drafting Errors
Estonia introduced an AI tool in 2026 to identify legislative drafting errors and streamline public legal workflows after a $28M loss.
EFF Slams Google's New Remote Attestation as Privacy Risk
EFF critiques Google's revamped reCAPTCHA Mobile Verification, citing privacy risks and bypass vulnerabilities, impacting cybersecurity and compliance.
Texas Inmate Appeals to Fifth Circuit to Vacate Murder Conviction
Michael Kevin Adams filed a post-conviction appeal to vacate his Texas murder conviction, raising key procedural issues in the Fifth Circuit.
German Court Convicts Telegram Predators Using Coded Language in Abuse Network
German prosecutors convict four men in Telegram predator network case, highlighting encrypted crimes and law enforcement challenges.
D.C. Circuit Denies Stay to Restore Trump’s Name at Kennedy Center
Appeals court rejects Kennedy Center’s bid to pause removal of Trump’s name, enforcing earlier ruling amid legal dispute.
7th Circuit Rules No Concrete Injury Needed for FCRA Claims
The 7th Circuit's July 8, 2026 ruling removes 'concrete injury' requirement for FCRA claims, reshaping compliance and litigation for credit data handlers.
Faculty Unions Sue Texas Tech, Claim Unconstitutional Censorship of Course Content
Faculty unions sue Texas Tech University, alleging censorship of race, gender, and sexual orientation topics violates constitutional rights.
Federal Judge Rules Against Investment Scam Suits Targeting Meta
A federal judge ruled that victims lack standing to sue Meta over WhatsApp investment scams, setting a precedent limiting tech company liability.
Ninth Circuit Rules Ex-Netflix Employee Must Arbitrate Sexual Harassment Case
Ninth Circuit holds that California's arbitration block law does not apply retroactively, requiring ex-Netflix employee to arbitrate sexual harassment claims under pre-existing agreement.