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GSA to Mandate AI Clause Acceptance in 60 Days with Refresh 32
GSA's upcoming MAS Refresh 32 requires contractors to accept a stringent new AI clause within 60 days or risk contract loss, marking a major shift in federal AI regulation.
NYC Proposes 'Click-to-Cancel' Mandate for Subscription Services
NYC's proposed 'Click-to-Cancel' rule would require businesses to offer simple cancellation for subscriptions, mirroring ease of signup and adding local enforcement.
Ninth Circuit Ruling Heightens FCA Risks for Mortgage Lenders
The latest Ninth Circuit decisions in Thrower v. Academy Mortgage highlight increased FCA liability risks for mortgage lenders and set precedents on fee awards and postjudgment interest.
Plaintiffs Move to Limit College Sports Commission in NCAA Case
Plaintiffs in House v. NCAA seek to narrow College Sports Commission oversight. The outcome will clarify compliance roles for universities, media rights partners, and legal counsel.
FAR Council Rolls Out New Contractor DEI Restrictions for Federal Contracts
Federal contractors face new compliance obligations as the FAR Council implements Executive Order 14398, requiring strict limits on DEI practices and reporting requirements.
FCA Targets IPO Information Flow in New Consultation Paper
The FCA's CP26/14 proposes changes to UK IPO information disclosure, raising new compliance duties for law firms and capital markets teams. Legal advisors must review evolving FCA rules.
SEC Halves Minimum Tender Offer Period for Certain Equity Deals
The SEC now allows some equity tender offers to close after 10, not 20, business days. The change accelerates transaction timelines and impacts deal structuring for legal professionals.
Commerce Dept. Sets Rules for Auto-Linked Steel, Aluminum Tariff Adjustments
The U.S. Commerce Department has published new procedures for steel and aluminum tariff adjustments tied to auto and MHDV sectors, with compliance steps for producers.
States Move Fast on AI Laws as Florida Eyes AI Bill of Rights
State AI legislation is accelerating nationwide, with new laws in California and Colorado and Florida set to consider an AI Bill of Rights.
Connecticut Senate Passes Sweeping Consumer Privacy Bill, Eyes Data Brokers
Connecticut moves closer to tougher consumer data privacy rules, targeting data brokers and facial recognition use. The bill reflects a wider push for state-level privacy reforms.
AI Lawsuits Spark Spike in Securities Claims Against Corporate Directors
AI-related IP litigation is driving a surge in securities class actions against directors and officers, raising legal risk and D&O insurance concerns for corporate boards.
California's Hidden Fee Law Triggers Lawsuit and DOJ Enforcement Push
California's SB 478, the new hidden fees law, goes into effect July 2024, triggering legal action and strong DOJ enforcement signals—raising compliance stakes for businesses and legal advisors.
Lex Blog Briefing: AI Raises New Privilege Risks in Internal Investigations
Lex Blog publishes a briefing on how generative AI use complicates legal privilege in internal investigations for professional and financial services firms.
Federal Court Blocks Five Permitting Limits on Clean Energy Projects
A Massachusetts court issued a preliminary injunction halting five federal policies that restricted wind and solar project permitting, protecting 57 GW of clean energy.
45 State AGs Back DOL Rule for PBM Fee Transparency
A bipartisan coalition of 45 state attorneys general supports a DOL rule to mandate greater pharmacy benefit manager fee disclosure, signaling stronger oversight for employer health plans.
FCA Shares 2025 Cyber Coordination Group Insights, Flags New Compliance Rules
The FCA published a 2025 summary from its Cyber Coordination Group, highlighting cyber risks and the need for compliance with upcoming incident-reporting rules for UK financial firms.
Massachusetts Court Permits Late Chapter 93A Counterclaim After New Discovery
A Massachusetts federal court allowed a late Chapter 93A counterclaim after new emails emerged in a contract case, highlighting the flexibility courts grant in amending pleadings.
UK FCA Targets DeFi and Web3 Interfaces in Draft Crypto Regulation
The UK's FCA has released draft guidance set to broaden crypto regulation to DeFi and Web3 wallets and interfaces, with major compliance implications for legal teams and tech firms.
EU Slaps Russia With Sweeping 20th Sanctions Package
The EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia, adopted April 23, 2026, expands restrictions on energy, finance, trade, and crypto—creating new compliance demands for global legal teams.
RFK Jr. Testifies Before Congress Amid Measles Misinformation Legal Scrutiny
RFK Jr. testified at a congressional hearing, denying links to the measles outbreak as legal focus intensifies on misinformation, regulatory action, and public health policy.