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Chase Griffin Gets 9 Years for $2.8M Bank Fraud Scheme Promoted on Instagram
Chase Griffin sentenced to 9 years in federal prison for a $2.8M bank fraud scheme using Instagram to recruit accomplices and promote crimes.
Ropes & Gray Ends World Cup–Style AI Contest for Junior Lawyers
Ropes & Gray concluded a unique AI competition pairing summer and first-year associates, advancing legal tech skills in BigLaw talent development.
Legal Teams Drive 19.5% of Enterprise AI Use, Heightening GC Governance Role
Legal departments lead enterprise AI adoption with 19.5% of usage, pushing GCs to strengthen oversight and policies for risk management.
Delaware Updates Banking, Money Transmission, and Stablecoin Laws
Delaware enacts major updates to banking, money transmission, and stablecoin laws, modernizing its financial regulatory framework for fintech and banks.
New Mexico Tightens Rules on Oil Well Cleanup and Financial Assurance
New Mexico enacts rules requiring oil operators to provide up to $150K per inactive well for cleanup, addressing environmental and financial risks.
Italian Court Convicts 32 Over 2018 Genoa Bridge Collapse
An Italian court convicted 32 individuals for the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse, highlighting legal accountability in infrastructure safety and corporate compliance.
EU Top Court Allows Spain's Catalan Amnesty Law to Stand
The CJEU ruled Spain's 2024 Catalan amnesty law complies with EU law, allowing related cases to proceed in Spanish courts.
9th Circuit Blocks FinCEN’s Border Cash Rule Targeting Cartel Funds
The 9th Circuit blocks FinCEN's Geographic Targeting Order, disrupting US anti-cartel financial enforcement at the Mexico border.
New York Bans Big AI Data Centers but Uses AI to Review State Rules
NY Governor Hochul imposes 1-year moratorium on large AI data centers while deploying AI to overhaul state regulations, balancing innovation with environmental concerns.
Most Law Firms Use AI, But Few Have Policies or Training Ready
69% of legal pros use AI, yet only 9% of firms enforce AI use policies, with data security and trust as top barriers.
ICE to Equip All Field Offices With Body Cameras Within 60 Days
DHS confirms all ICE field offices will have body cameras within 60 days, increasing oversight amid recent fatal shootings.
Pro Se Litigant Fuels Surge in California Privacy Lawsuits Over Web Analytics
Vivek Shah has filed over 1,000 CIPA lawsuits alleging unlawful use of web analytics in California, raising legal challenges for businesses.
DOE Proposes Changes to Appliance Energy Conservation Rulemaking Process
DOE proposes revisions to federal appliance energy conservation standards rulemaking, impacting legal and regulatory compliance processes.
New Polls Show Supreme Court Facing Record Low Public Trust
Recent data reveals declining public trust in the Supreme Court amid rising threats and ideological splits in rulings.
France’s Anti-Corruption Agency Issues First Financial Penalties
In July 2026, France’s Anti-Corruption Agency imposed its first fines under Sapin II, signaling stronger enforcement for compliance teams.
US Sets 25% Tariffs on Brazilian Imports From July 22, 2026
The US will impose 25% tariffs on most Brazilian imports starting July 22, 2026, following a Section 301 probe into Brazil's trade practices.
ACLU: Immigration Enforcement Now 50,000 Strong, Includes Local Police
ACLU reports immigration enforcement expanded beyond ICE to 50,000 personnel including local police, raising new legal risks.
Federal Court Ends 60-Year School Desegregation Case in Louisiana
The Smith v. Concordia Parish School Board case ends after six decades, closing federal oversight of desegregation in Louisiana schools.
FINRA Proposes Major Overhaul of Enforcement Program
FINRA unveils sweeping reforms to its enforcement program aimed at transparency and efficiency, impacting broker-dealer compliance strategies.
Delaware Sees First Court Test of New Director Protection Law
Delaware courts review challenges to enhanced director safeguards under SB 21, shaping corporate governance in the key jurisdiction.