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OpenAI Unveils GPT-6 Astra Legal Model for Am Law 200 Firms
OpenAI launches Astra for Law, a GPT-6 model tailored for legal research and drafting, in partnership with Am Law 200 firms.
US Judiciary Advances AI Policy, Case Management, and Property Control
The Judicial Conference outlines plans for new case management, property authority pilot, and AI use guidelines in federal courts.
Massachusetts Requires Data Centers to Secure Community Benefits for Permits
Massachusetts mandates large data centers obtain community benefits agreements before state permits to protect local communities and the environment.
Judge Orders Microsoft to Release Internal Docs in Secondhand Licensing Case
A UK judge mandates Microsoft to disclose internal documents and executives' communications in a major secondhand software licensing lawsuit, intensifying legal scrutiny.
Comp AI Raises $34M Series A to Automate Legal Compliance Security
Comp AI secured $34M in Series A funding to advance AI-driven automation for legal compliance and cybersecurity teams.
Ninth Circuit: Kalshi’s Tribal Contracts Violate Indian Gaming Law
The Ninth Circuit ruled Kalshi’s tribal sports contracts violate the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, impacting fintech compliance on tribal lands.
Judge Rejects Google Ad Tech Breakup, Imposes Behavioral Remedies
Judge Leonie Brinkema rules against breaking up Google's ad tech monopoly, opting for behavioral remedies and monitoring instead.
Texas Mall Owner Seeks Dismissal in 2023 Mass Shooting Lawsuit
Simon Property Group appeals to Texas Supreme Court to dismiss negligence claims over 2023 Allen mall shooting, with potential to reshape premises liability.
FTC Publishes Price Transparency FAQs to Guide Auto Dealers
The FTC released FAQs clarifying auto dealers' price transparency obligations, following prior enforcement actions, aiding compliance efforts.
Ninth Circuit Blocks Broad DMCA Claims Against GitHub and OpenAI
The Ninth Circuit ruled against expansive DMCA claims on AI code generation, preserving legal certainty for developers and internet platforms.
Fifth Circuit Rules Embedding Online Content Isn't Copyright Infringement
The Fifth Circuit's 2026 ruling clarifies that embedding online content doesn't violate copyright, setting a key legal precedent for digital content use.
Duterte appears at ICC facing 62,000 evidence exhibits before trial
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte appears at ICC with 62,000 evidence exhibits ahead of November 2026 trial, highlighting legal tech and defense challenges.
AP Sues Over Limits to Online Immigration Case Records Access
Associated Press challenges federal court rule limiting online access to immigration case files, citing First Amendment rights and seeking greater transparency.
Top AI CEOs Call to Slow Development, Demand New Regulations
Leading AI executives from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google DeepMind, and Microsoft unite in urging a measured slowdown and regulatory guardrails to prevent AI risks.
Over Two Dozen Lawmakers Rarely or Never Use AI Despite Regulating It
More than two dozen U.S. lawmakers admit to little or no AI use amid growing AI regulation efforts, highlighting a disconnect in policymaking.
Bridget McCormack Named GM of Judiciary at Clio
Bridget McCormack, ex-Chief Justice of Michigan Supreme Court, joins Clio as General Manager of its Judiciary unit to advance legal tech in courts.
EU proposes ban on under-13s using social media without parental consent
The EU proposes the EU Kids Act to restrict social media use for under-13s, requiring parental control and strict age verification for compliance.
UK Ministry of Justice apologizes for unauthorized access to 2024 attack victims' court files
The UK Ministry of Justice admitted unauthorized access to court files of victims from the 2024 Southport attack, prompting ICO investigation and official apologies.
Taxi Firms Use Uber Arbitration Clauses to Push Price-Fixing Case to Arbitration
Several taxi companies invoke Uber’s arbitration agreements to compel individual arbitration in a California price-fixing lawsuit, raising legal questions about third-party arbitration rights.
Meta Faces Renewed Lawsuit Over Buffalo Shooting’s Hate Content Links
Victims' families renewed their lawsuit against Meta, alleging the company’s platforms fueled radicalization behind the 2022 Buffalo shooting.