Legal Tech
Legal technology products, platforms, tools, and vendor/market developments
Moritz Raises $9M for AI-Powered Legal Platform Expansion
Moritz, an AI-native law firm, secured $9M in seed funding led by Y Combinator and 20VC to expand its global legal services platform and talent network.
FDA Budget Plan Signals Higher User Fees and New Drug Review Rules for Legal Teams
The FDA's 2027 budget proposes higher user fees and new drug approval policies, presenting fresh regulatory compliance considerations for in-house and law firm legal teams.
Congress Introduces GUARD and SECURE Bills for Federal Data Privacy Reform
U.S. lawmakers proposed the GUARD Financial Data Act and SECURE Data Act on April 22, 2026, aiming to set nationwide standards for consumer and financial data privacy.
DeepMind UK Workers Unionize Over Military AI Deal Concerns
Google DeepMind UK employees vote to unionize, citing alarm over Pentagon AI deal and removal of Google’s pledge against AI weapons. Why it matters for legal and compliance pros.
Book Publishers Sue Meta Over Alleged AI Copyright Infringement
Five major publishers and author Scott Turow sue Meta, alleging massive copyright infringement in training its Llama AI models. The outcome could reshape AI and IP law.
SEC Unveils Proposal for Optional Semiannual Reporting by Public Companies
The SEC has proposed letting public companies choose semiannual reporting under a new Form 10-S, marking a major shift in disclosure obligations and compliance strategies.
Everlaw, Legora Link Platforms for End-to-End AI Litigation Workflows
Everlaw and Legora announce a strategic partnership integrating their AI litigation platforms, enabling seamless discovery, analysis, and drafting for legal teams.
Mary O'Carroll Named CEO of LegalEng Consulting Group
Mary O'Carroll, former CLOC president and Google legal ops leader, takes the helm at LegalEng Consulting Group to drive growth in legal operations consulting.
NewMod Closes $9M Funding to Expand AI-Powered Law Firm
AI-driven law firm NewMod raised $9M from Y Combinator, 20VC, and unicorn founders to scale its hybrid AI-lawyer model aimed at fast, flat-fee commercial legal services.
Major Instructure Data Breach Exposes Student Information
A cyberattack on EdTech giant Instructure exposed student data from its Canvas platform, affecting millions and prompting urgent data security reviews for education providers.
Corgi Unveils AI Liability Insurance as Industry Risks Rise
Corgi, backed by Y Combinator, launches AI Insurance Coverage for businesses facing AI-generated liability, filling critical risk gaps amid rapid AI adoption and regulatory shifts.
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.
Court Rejects Copyright Claim Against Ye Over Instrumental Track Use
A federal court has dismissed a copyright infringement claim against Ye after finding the plaintiff failed to establish ownership of the instrumental composition.
Flatiron Law Unveils AI Platform and Training Tools to Transform M&A Legal Work
Flatiron Law Group launches Deal Driver AI platform and Deal Mentor training simulator, aiming to streamline M&A transactions and reduce legal costs.
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.
Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Settle Film Workplace Suit Pre-Trial
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settled their 'It Ends With Us' lawsuit weeks before trial, highlighting risks and strategy for legal teams in entertainment workplace cases.
OpenAI President Brockman Defends Mission Amid Musk-Altman Legal Clash
OpenAI president Greg Brockman reaffirms the company's mission-driven founding during testimony in the Musk-Altman legal battle, offering insight for legal tech executives.
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.
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.