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Court Raises Bar on Consent Proof in Tracking Device Lawsuits
A federal court and the Ninth Circuit clarify stricter consent evidence standards in tracking lawsuits, impacting legal and compliance teams.
2026 Software M&A Report: Fewer Deals, Higher Valuations
The 2026 software M&A market shows fewer deals but rising valuations, driven by AI focus and strategic buyers. Insights for legal and corporate teams.
Third Circuit Clarifies When Arbitration Rights Are Not Waived By Litigation
The Third Circuit ruled that defendants preserve arbitration rights when reserving them early and limiting litigation conduct to enforceability issues, guiding counsel on arbitration strategies.
Honeywell Aerospace Pays $2M Over Cybersecurity False Claims Act Settlement
Honeywell Aerospace settles False Claims Act lawsuit for $2 million over NIST cybersecurity noncompliance in federal contracts from 2020-2023.
China’s Supreme Court Issues AI Dispute Rules, Skips AI Copyright
China’s Supreme People’s Court releases national AI dispute rules addressing deepfakes, privacy, but omits AI-generated copyright guidance.
FTC Eyes AI Talent Acquisitions as Potential Antitrust Mergers
FTC and DOJ scrutinize AI acquihires under Clayton Act amid Nvidia and Amazon deals, signaling growing antitrust concerns over talent hiring.
ICE subpoenas REI for customer data linked to Minnesota protest
HSI subpoenaed REI for purchaser data of green beanies tied to a 2026 protest at a Minnesota church, raising privacy and legal concerns.
FCC Removes 14 Providers for Non-Compliance in Robocall Crackdown
On Sept 2, 2026, the FCC delisted 14 voice providers for failing anti-robocall rules, intensifying enforcement against illegal calls.
Material Shortages Crippling US Grid Expansion and Supply Chains
A new report reveals material bottlenecks are delaying US electrical grid upgrades and stressing supply chains, with major legal and regulatory impacts ahead.
11th Circuit Rules FCA Qui Tam Provisions Don't Violate Appointments Clause
The 11th Circuit held that the False Claims Act's qui tam provisions comply with the Appointments Clause, guiding whistleblower litigation.
New AI Laws Impose Employer Duties on Hiring and Workplace AI in 2026
In 2026, new AI laws in multiple states require employers to disclose AI use, prevent bias, and comply with distinct rules for hiring and workplace AI.
OFCCP Ends Disability Self-ID and 7% Utilization Goal for Contractors
OFCCP removes disability self-identification and rescinds the 7% utilization goal for federal contractors effective late 2026, impacting affirmative action compliance.
China’s Supreme People’s Procuratorate Publishes 5 IP Cases Using Tech Tools
China’s Supreme People’s Procuratorate released five IP cases showcasing technical support in prosecutions, signaling evolving legal standards for IP enforcement.
Trump Reissues Executive Order Restricting Foreign Bulk-Power Equipment
President Trump reissued an executive order to restrict foreign-produced bulk power system equipment, raising compliance challenges for energy and legal sectors.
KKR to Pay Record $250M for Hart-Scott-Rodino Act Violations
KKR agrees to a historic $250 million penalty for alleged failures in antitrust premerger filings under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act.
Second Circuit Limits NLRB’s Tesla Framework to Dress Codes, Uniforms
The Second Circuit ruled that the NLRB's Tesla framework does not apply to workplace dress code and uniform policies, affecting union rights cases.
CMS Extends Telehealth Enrollment Flexibilities Through 2027
CMS has made key telehealth enrollment flexibilities permanent and extended others through 2027, impacting Medicare billing and compliance.
Israeli M&A Activity Accelerates Amid AI Innovation Surge
Israeli legal tech startups raised $180M in Q1 2026, merging AI advances with M&A and ethical regulation shifts.
Fifth Circuit Tosses Government’s Artificially Low QPA Calculation Method
The Fifth Circuit struck down key parts of the government's QPA calculation, reshaping health insurance dispute law under the No Surprises Act.
First Circuit Rules on Retaliation Risks During Employee Offboarding
The First Circuit's Russo decision highlights new retaliation risks during employee separations, urging employers to review offboarding practices.