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FTC Bans Kochava from Selling Sensitive Location Data
The FTC has banned data broker Kochava from selling or sharing sensitive location data, underlining regulatory scrutiny on data privacy practices for legal and compliance teams.
Federal Judge Dismisses Driver Privacy Act Suit for Lack of Concrete Harm
A federal judge in the Northern District of Illinois dismissed a DPPA lawsuit for lack of standing, clarifying strict harm requirements for future driver data privacy claims.
Medtronic Breach: ShinyHunters Claims 9M Records in Attack
Medtronic confirms a major data breach linked to ShinyHunters, highlighting cybersecurity risks for medical device firms and compliance teams across regulated industries.
U.S. Lawmakers Revive Push for National Data Privacy Law
House Republicans introduced two new federal data privacy bills as debate intensifies over a national privacy law that could supersede the current patchwork of state regulations.
Virginia and Maine Set 2026 Effective Dates for Pay Transparency Laws
New pay transparency laws in Virginia and Maine take effect July 2026, bringing new compliance obligations for employers on salary disclosures and pay history.
Legal AI Moves From Isolated Pilots to Firm-Wide Deployments
Law firms and legal departments are scaling generative AI from pilots to core infrastructure, driving productivity and revenue growth as adoption rates accelerate.
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.
FDA Budget Plan Signals Higher User Fees and New Drug Review Rules for Legal Teams
The FDA's 2027 budget proposes higher user fees and new drug approval policies, presenting fresh regulatory compliance considerations for in-house and law firm legal teams.
SEC Unveils Proposal for Optional Semiannual Reporting by Public Companies
The SEC has proposed letting public companies choose semiannual reporting under a new Form 10-S, marking a major shift in disclosure obligations and compliance strategies.
CFPB Finalizes Rule Narrowing Fair Lending Enforcement
The CFPB's new final rule eliminates disparate impact liability under ECOA and revises key Regulation B provisions, prompting legal and compliance shifts for lenders.
Legal Experts Critique ABA's New AI Ethics Opinion for Gaps
Legal experts raise concerns over the ABA's AI ethics guidance, highlighting potential malpractice and fee risks for lawyers relying on or ignoring AI tools.
AI in Defense Contracting Triggers New Legal and Compliance Risks
AI's rapid adoption in defense contracts exposes contractors to rising FCA liability, cybersecurity scrutiny, and supplier bans, reshaping compliance challenges.
OCR Fines Health Plan $245K Over HIPAA Lapses After Ransomware Breach
OCR fined a self-funded group health plan $245,000 for HIPAA failures after a ransomware breach, signaling stricter enforcement. Legal leaders face new risk analysis scrutiny.
Texas Supreme Court Tightens Public Info Act Deadlines for Confidential Data
The Texas Supreme Court clarifies strict deadlines under the Public Information Act, raising stakes for legal and privacy teams defending confidential information at TCEQ.
CISA Flags Surge in Iranian Cyber Attacks on U.S. Critical Infrastructure
CISA and federal agencies warn legal and corporate sectors of a rise in Iranian-backed cyber attacks targeting U.S. infrastructure, urging urgent cybersecurity action.
Google Backs Anthropic with $40B, Fuels Legal AI Expansion
Google's $40B investment in Anthropic, announced April 24, 2026, accelerates legal AI, boosting adoption and raising new compliance questions for law firms and in-house teams.
Federal Courts Expand COVID Tax Relief for Businesses and Filers
Federal courts have broadened relief for COVID-era IRS penalties and deadlines. Legal and tax advisors must rethink refund strategies and compliance amid evolving IRS enforcement.
AI and Digital Replicas Trigger New Laws for Fashion & Beauty Sectors
Fashion and beauty companies face sweeping new laws as AI, digital models, and virtual try-ons raise novel legal issues from consent to advertising transparency.
CPSC Issues Updated Guidance on Lead and Labeling for Jewelry Compliance
The CPSC clarified jewelry safety rules in a March 2024 FAQ, stressing stricter guidance on lead content, labeling, and certification—raising the stakes for legal and compliance teams.