Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
23 States Sue Over Trump-Era Limits on Family Planning Funding
A coalition of 23 states challenges Trump administration's new Title X funding conditions restricting contraception and LGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Ninth Circuit Defines AI Web Scraping Boundaries Under CFAA
Ninth Circuit rules AI agents acting under user direction aren’t liable for unauthorized access under CFAA, clarifying legal risks for AI developers and companies.
DOJ’s New Fraud Division Plans 500 Staff to Boost Coordinated Enforcement
DOJ launches National Fraud Enforcement Division with 500 staff by 2026, targeting key fraud areas and increasing federal coordination for legal compliance.
DOJ Settles TikTok Privacy Case for $400M Over Child Data Violations
The U.S. DOJ secured a $400 million settlement with TikTok for alleged violations of child data protections under COPPA, signaling heightened enforcement.
Connecticut AG Nets $17.1B Meta, $275K TaxAct Privacy Settlements
Connecticut AG secures $17.1B settlement with Meta and $275K with TaxAct over data privacy violations, signaling stronger digital data regulation in 2026.
Meta fixes smart glasses privacy loophole, boosts marketing push
Meta updates AI smart glasses to block secret recording by covering LED indicators, addressing privacy concerns and launching new branded glasses.
FTC Proposes Rules on Personalized Pricing to Boost Transparency
The FTC unveils a proposed enforcement policy targeting personalized pricing in digital markets, aiming to enhance transparency and protect consumers.
Meta Removes Iran-Linked AI-Driven Disinfo Network Targeting U.S.
Meta removed AI-driven Iranian operatives' fake American accounts spreading political disinformation on Facebook and Instagram.
100+ Tech Giants Warn: Only Months to Prep for AI Cyberattacks
Over 100 tech leaders including OpenAI and Microsoft warn organizations to bolster cybersecurity within months amid rising AI-driven threats.
Bill Gates Highlights AI’s Impact on Healthcare and Life Sciences
Bill Gates discusses AI’s transformative potential in healthcare, urging legal teams to prepare for regulatory and IP changes.
Iowa Joins 12 AGs to Block $111B Paramount-Warner Merger
Iowa attorney general joins 12 others in lawsuit seeking to block $111 billion Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. merger amid antitrust concerns.
Supreme Court Lets Trump’s Mail Voting Limits Stand for November 2026
The Supreme Court cleared Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions for the November 2026 midterms, sparking new legal battles over state voting control and USPS rules.
ECHR Rules Turkey Violated Osman Kavala’s Rights
European Court of Human Rights orders Turkey to release Osman Kavala, citing violations of free speech and fair trial rights.
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Rebukes Trump Admin's Removal Effort
Fed Governor Lisa Cook responds to the Trump administration's attempt to remove her over mortgage fraud allegations, highlighting concerns about political interference in independent regulation.
ATF Confirms Cybersecurity Breach on Aug. 26; DOJ Launches Probe
The ATF confirmed a cybersecurity breach on August 26, 2026, prompting DOJ investigation amid ransomware claims by Qilin group.
Meta to pay $18B in social media child safety settlement
Meta settles lawsuits from 48 U.S. states and territories with $18 billion pledge for child safety and mental health programs amid rising legal scrutiny.
Federal Govt Schedules Potent Kratom Derivatives as Schedule I Opioids
The DOJ has placed three kratom-derived opioids into Schedule I, raising compliance risks for kratom product companies and prompting regulatory scrutiny.
Judge Approves Luke Brugnara's Self-Representation in Pandemic Fraud Trial
Federal judge permits Luke Brugnara to represent himself in 2026 pandemic relief fraud trial despite prior convictions and court warnings.
Judge Rules Trump-Era Farmworker Wage Cuts Illegal
Federal court strikes down Trump administration's pay cuts for migrant farmworkers, impacting labor and immigration compliance.
Second Circuit Blocks DOJ from Accessing Trans Patient Medical Records
The Second Circuit denies DOJ’s stay request, protecting transgender patients' medical privacy amid ongoing legal battles over gender-affirming care.