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Federal Court Upholds New York's Social Media Disclosure Law
A federal judge dismissed X Corp's lawsuit, affirming New York's law requiring platforms to disclose content moderation policies, impacting compliance risks.
Third Circuit Allows Assault Prosecution of Rep. McIver to Proceed
Third Circuit court denied immunity to Rep. LaMonica McIver, paving the way for her federal assault trial after an incident at an ICE detention center.
Prosecutors Rest in Duane Davis' Criminal Trial for Tupac Murder
Prosecutors concluded presenting evidence against Duane Davis for Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder; defense prepares response in high-profile criminal case.
Court Limits Schools from Curbing Student Protest Speech
A Florida federal court ruled that schools cannot suppress student protest speech without evidence of disruption, reaffirming First Amendment rights.
Meta’s $18B Child Safety Settlement Hinges on Flawed Age Verification Tech
Meta agrees to an $18 billion settlement on child safety, contingent on unreliable age verification tools. Legal teams face compliance and privacy challenges.
DR Congo Suspends Universities in M23-Controlled Zones
DR Congo halts university activities in 11 public institutions in M23-controlled areas due to security and governance concerns, affecting the 2026-2027 academic year.
FBI Seizes Chinese Hacking Domains Targeting NASA, Federal Agencies
DOJ and FBI seized Chinese state-sponsored hacking domains used against NASA, Federal Reserve, U.S. Senate, and more, highlighting ongoing cyber threats.
Judge Lifts Block on Trump’s Mail Voting Changes Ahead of Midterms
Federal judge allows Trump’s executive order on mail voting to proceed despite ongoing legal challenges before the 2026 midterms.
Flipboard Acquires Graze to Expand Privacy-Focused Monetization on Decentralized Social Web
Flipboard acquires Portland-based Graze to enhance privacy-friendly ads and creator monetization using Bluesky's open social web protocol, raising legal questions on data privacy and platform regul...
OpenAI Details Hugging Face AI Breach in First Full Report
OpenAI reveals key findings on 2026 Hugging Face AI breach exposing 956 secrets and triggering regulatory scrutiny.
N.C. Corporate Growth and Litigation Finance Ban Reshape Legal Market
North Carolina's rise as a corporate hub and new ban on third-party litigation financing impact legal operations and counsel strategies.
Courts Narrow Enforcement of Arbitration Clauses Based on Website Design
Eleventh Circuit and state courts rule arbitration clauses unenforceable when websites hide terms; clear consent design crucial for in-house legal teams.
Florida Court Upholds Employers’ Marijuana Policies in Union Contracts
Florida appellate court rules employers can enforce marijuana restrictions despite medical marijuana cards, impacting labor law and employer counseling.
ExhibitAI.Info Launches to Track U.S. AI Litigation on Product Harms
ExhibitAI.Info offers a centralized platform tracking AI product liability lawsuits across the U.S., aiding legal professionals in monitoring AI litigation trends.
Nigel Farage Proposes Scrapping UK GDPR for Simpler Privacy Rules
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party proposes replacing UK GDPR with lighter data privacy laws, raising concerns for legal compliance.
Pentagon Fires Stars and Stripes Editor Over Editorial Control Dispute
Pentagon fires Stars and Stripes editor and staff amid conflict over editorial independence and military-focused content shift.
Log Cabin Republicans End Transgender Advocacy to Focus on LGB Rights
The Log Cabin Republicans voted on August 20, 2026, to stop transgender advocacy, shifting legal and policy dynamics around LGBTQ rights.
Hawaii Supreme Court Weighs Tommy Waters’ Third Term Eligibility
Hawaii Supreme Court reviews if Tommy Waters can seek a third City Council term under Honolulu's two-term limit, shaping election law clarity.
Instagram Head Says No Single Fix for Teen Safety on Platform
Instagram's chief testifies that teen safety lacks a single solution amid legal scrutiny; whistleblower claims challenge Meta's priorities and safety tools.
11th Circuit Tosses $12M Verdict in Carnival Sexual Assault Case
The 11th Circuit Court overturned a $12M sexual assault verdict against Carnival, ordering a new trial and emphasizing jury's role in maritime cases.