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Doctors Face Surge in AI Deepfakes Spreading Health Misinformation
AI-generated deepfakes are increasingly impersonating doctors to push false health claims, prompting calls for stronger privacy laws and protections in the U.S.
Massachusetts Court Limits Expert Testimony in Covidien Mesh MDL
A Massachusetts court clarified limits on expert testimony reliability in Covidien hernia mesh litigation, guiding admissibility standards for product liability mass torts.
Legora acquires Graceview, boosting regulatory tech expansion
Legora acquires Australian compliance startup Graceview, strengthening its regulatory tech offerings amid rapid expansion and major funding milestones in legal AI.
Moritz raises $9M to launch AI-driven law firm model
Moritz, an AI-powered law firm, has raised $9M to automate legal work, aiming to cut turnaround times and costs for clients and pressure BigLaw business models.
BigLaw firms unveil new AI teams, tools, and leadership roles
Linklaters, Foley & Lardner, and K&L Gates launch AI-focused teams, tools, and roles to enhance legal services and competitiveness amid rising demand for legal tech innovation.
Court to Hear Nvidia AI Copyright Case Over Alleged Pirated Book Training
A federal court hearing over Nvidia's alleged AI training on pirated books could reshape copyright rules for AI data sourcing, with industry-wide implications for legal and tech leaders.
Am Law Second Hundred Firms Post 10% Profit Growth in 2025
Profits per equity partner in the Am Law Second Hundred surged nearly 10% in 2025, reflecting strong financial performance and evolving competition within mid-tier BigLaw firms.
EEOC Files Reverse Discrimination Suit Against New York Times
The EEOC alleges the New York Times denied a white male editor a promotion due to race and gender, raising questions about DEI policy limits for corporate employers.
Federal Judge Halts Enforcement of Colorado AI Act After xAI Challenge
A federal court paused Colorado's AI Act on April 27, 2026, amid a constitutional lawsuit by xAI, raising uncertainty for corporate compliance and AI vendors.
Judge Approves $185M Wells Fargo Deal for Biased Mortgage Practices
A federal judge has approved a $185 million settlement over Wells Fargo's alleged discriminatory lending and diversity quota practices, highlighting heightened compliance risks for financial instit...
NY Appellate Court Limits PSQIA Privilege in Landmark Healthcare Case
New York's Appellate Division denies PSQIA privilege for the first time, directing disclosure of safety reports in Adams v. Bassett Healthcare. Legal, compliance, and healthcare teams take note.
CFTC Files First Insider Trading Case on Prediction Markets
The CFTC’s first-ever prediction market insider trading action sets new compliance expectations as event contract platforms grow. Here’s what it means for legal teams.
Meta Fights Oregon Defense Demand for Instagram Data in Murder Case
Meta and a defendant in an Oregon murder case face off before the state Supreme Court in a dispute that could set key precedents for social media privacy and criminal evidence.
Federal Judge Blocks Arizona Crackdown on Kalshi Election Bets
A federal judge has barred Arizona from prosecuting prediction market Kalshi under state gambling laws, citing federal preemption and the CFTC's regulatory authority.
Apple Settles $250M Lawsuit Over Delayed Siri AI Features
Apple will pay $250 million to settle a class action over delayed Siri AI features in iPhone 15 Pro and 16, spotlighting risks in tech product marketing.
Private Equity Zeros In on BigLaw’s Second-Tier Firms
Private equity is intensifying its focus on the Am Law Second Hundred, eyeing mid-tier law firms for investment and acquisitions amid strong financial growth.
Kirkland Breaks $10B Barrier as BigLaw Financial Gap Hits Record Highs
Kirkland & Ellis tops $10B revenue in 2025 as top 10 law firms consolidate nearly 20% of global market share, deepening BigLaw's wealth divide.
Maryland Bans AI-Driven Personalized Pricing in Food Sector
Maryland's new law prohibits AI-powered personalized pricing for food retailers and delivery services, setting a regulatory precedent for legal and compliance teams nationwide.
OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-5.5 Instant, Cuts Legal AI Errors Over 50%
OpenAI's GPT-5.5 Instant, now default in ChatGPT, claims to reduce legal hallucinations by 52.5%. Legal pros may see faster, more accurate drafting and research.
Harvey AI Rolls Out 500 Legal-Focused Agents and Custom Builder Tool
Harvey AI launches 500+ legal AI agents and a self-service Agent Builder, aiming to help law firms and legal teams automate tasks and tailor workflows using AI.