Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
Louisiana Sues Federal Agency Over Citizenship Check on Voter Forms
Louisiana sues the U.S. Election Assistance Commission after it denied the state's request to add citizenship verification to federal voter registration forms, challenging federal oversight.
Texas man charged in Molotov attack on OpenAI CEO Altman's home
A Texas man faces rare dual federal and state charges for an alleged Molotov cocktail attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home, spotlighting rising security risks for legal tech leaders.
CVS Caremark Faces Lawsuit over Long-Distance Pharmacy Requirement in Arkansas
An Arkansas employee sues CVS Caremark, alleging forced use of distant pharmacies, spotlighting legal risks for PBMs and heightened compliance concerns for benefit managers.
NYC Unveils 'Click to Cancel' Rule for Subscription Services
New York City proposes first-in-the-nation municipal 'Click to Cancel' rule for subscriptions, requiring easy online cancellation and setting new compliance standards for businesses.
Legal groups push for independent immigration courts after mass judge firings
Six more immigration judges have been fired by the Trump administration, heightening calls from legal groups for an independent immigration judiciary to protect fairness and impartiality.
Federal Judge Halts Indiana Student ID Ban for Voters
A federal judge has blocked Indiana's ban on student IDs for voting, preserving ballot access for up to 90,000 students and spotlighting election law battles.
DOJ Dismisses Two Immigration Judges After Pro-Palestinian Rulings
The DOJ dismissed Judges Roopal Patel and Nina Froes after pro-Palestinian rulings, raising concerns among legal professionals about immigration judiciary independence.
Nonprofits Urge NY's Top Court to Overhaul 'Shadow' Foster Care System
Nonprofits are pressing New York's highest court to reform the state's 'shadow' foster care system, raising legal concerns about due process and child welfare protections.
Antes Secures $4.6M to Build AI Compliance Platform for Manufacturers
Antes, an AI startup, raised $4.6M to develop software bridging legal and engineering compliance for manufacturers amid rising regulatory complexity.
Virginia Tightens Noncompete Rules With New Law Effective July 2026
Virginia enacts SB 170, adding stricter limitations on noncompete agreements and new enforcement penalties. Legal teams must update compliance by July 1, 2026.
Federal Data Privacy Bill Eyes Nationwide Standard, Faces Uphill Path
A new federal data privacy bill introduced in Congress on April 14 could preempt state laws, but legislative hurdles mean its future remains uncertain.
Anthropic's Mythos AI Exposes 1,500+ Software Zero-Days in Weeks
Anthropic's Mythos AI uncovered over 1,500 zero-day vulnerabilities across major operating systems and browsers, escalating legal and compliance risks for enterprises.
DOJ, Colony Ridge Strike $68M Deal Without Judge’s OK
The DOJ invokes administrative authority to settle with Colony Ridge for $68M, bypassing judicial oversight and raising compliance implications for corporate legal teams.
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.4-Cyber With Limited Access for Cybersecurity Teams
OpenAI released GPT-5.4-Cyber for vetted cybersecurity professionals, tightening access and shaping how legal teams approach AI in risk management.
SEC Grants Conditional Five-Year Safe Harbor to Crypto UI Providers
The SEC has issued guidance granting a conditional five-year broker-dealer exemption to crypto user interface providers, creating a path for compliance amid unsettled regulation.
SEC Clarifies Broker-Dealer Rules for Non-Custodial Crypto Wallet Providers
SEC issues April 13, 2026 guidance on broker-dealer registration for crypto wallet interfaces, clarifying regulatory obligations for legal teams in digital assets.
Lawsuits Surge Over Faulty Cookie Banners and Wiretapping Claims
Over 1,000 lawsuits allege wiretapping violations from faulty cookie consent banners. Legal teams must watch for pitfalls as regulators target opt-out compliance.
Courts Mandate New AI Disclosure and Certification for Litigation
Courts in the US and abroad are issuing new rules on AI use in litigation, requiring disclosure, certification, and confidentiality provisions as AI transforms legal practice.
OFAC Expands Sanctions Scrutiny Beyond 50% Ownership for Indian Firms
New OFAC guidance urges Indian businesses to assess sanctions compliance beyond 50% ownership, focusing on control and influence to avoid regulatory penalties.
Pump-and-Dump Securities Lawsuits Surge With Social Media’s Influence
A wave of class actions targets low-float IPOs and social media giants for enabling pump-and-dump schemes, signaling new risks for legal and compliance professionals.