Regulatory & Compliance
Financial regulation, SEC/CFTC enforcement, industry-specific compliance, and corporate regulatory obligations
SF Women Inmates Score Partial Win in Lawsuit Over Jail Strip Searches
Federal judge dismisses most claims against San Francisco jail over strip search practices but lets some issues move forward in women's prison conditions lawsuit.
Swiss Startup Sues Perplexity AI Over Wake-Word Listening Tech Theft
Swiss startup DaVoice sues Perplexity AI alleging theft of proprietary wake-word detection technology, spotlighting AI intellectual property disputes.
Second Circuit Questions SoundExchange's Standing in $150M SiriusXM Royalty Suit
The Second Circuit scrutinizes whether SoundExchange can sue for $150M royalties or if individual artists must litigate, affecting IP rights enforcement.
Amnesty International Report Demands ICE Abolition Over Rights Abuses
Amnesty International’s 2026 report calls for abolishing ICE due to documented human rights violations, impacting immigration law and enforcement policy.
UN General Assembly Adopts First Global Declaration on Sea-Level Rise
On September 24, 2026, the UN General Assembly approved a declaration addressing sea-level rise, affirming maritime zone stability and statehood continuity amid climate threats.
Judge Orders Federal Agencies to Restore CFPB Funding
A federal judge requires restoration of funding to the CFPB, which has reclaimed $20B for consumers since 2010, impacting regulatory compliance.
Judge Holds DHS in Contempt for Illegal Deportation of Asylum Seeker
Judge Stephanie Gallagher holds DHS, ICE, and USCIS in contempt over unlawful deportation violating court orders and 2024 settlement protecting minors.
OpenAI AI Models Leaked 53 User Images in Recent Data Breach
OpenAI disclosed its AI models leaked 53 user images online, revealing key AI data privacy and security risks for legal compliance.
Supreme Court lets Trump admin resume voter citizenship checks with SAVE
Supreme Court pauses lower court order to allow Trump's expanded SAVE database for voter citizenship verification ahead of 2026 midterms, impacting election law.
Sixth Circuit Strikes Down Tennessee Ban on Recruiting Minors for Abortions
The Sixth Circuit invalidated Tennessee's abortion law banning recruitment of minors for out-of-state abortions, citing First Amendment violations.
New Legal Risks Emerge Over AI Bias and Privacy in Hiring Tools
Recent lawsuits and regulations highlight growing compliance risks in AI-driven hiring for legal and corporate counsel.
DC Circuit Reverses District Court, Upholds Pentagon's Anthropic Risk Label
DC Circuit affirms Pentagon’s designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk, impacting defense contracting and AI compliance.
New Mexico Jury Holds Facebook Liable for Privacy Breach Deceptions
In September 2026, a New Mexico jury found Facebook liable for deceptive privacy practices affecting 350,000 residents, highlighting rising liability risks for tech firms.
Trade Secret Risks Rise for NC Firms with Remote Work and AI Use
Legal experts warn North Carolina companies face heightened trade secret risks from remote work infiltration, foreign vendors, and AI technology misuse.
Washington Supreme Court Strikes Down Natural Gas Rollback Initiative
Washington Supreme Court invalidates voter-approved Initiative 2066, preserving state climate policies on natural gas regulation.
FDIC Proposes Major Overhaul of Bank Merger Review Process
FDIC unveils proposed rule modernizing bank merger reviews, adding faster approvals and updated competition criteria for financial legal teams.
Epiq Acquires Canopy to Internalize Data Breach Response
Epiq acquires Canopy, ending prior partnerships to expand and control data breach response services in-house.
Kiteworks Urges Customers to Shut File-Sharing Servers Amid Cyberattack Warning
Kiteworks warns of imminent law enforcement–alerted cyberattack targeting its file-sharing servers, urging immediate shutdown to protect sensitive data.
US Chamber Sues Hawaii Over Law Blocking Corporate Election Spending
The US Chamber of Commerce challenges Hawaii’s 2026 law limiting corporate political spending, testing First Amendment rights after Citizens United.
Trump admin renews emergency Supreme Court bid on deporting migrants abroad
The Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval to resume expedited deportations to third countries amid legal challenges over due process.