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Regulatory & ComplianceEmployment & Labor

EEOC Rescinds 1979 Guidelines Protecting Voluntary Affirmative Action Plans

The EEOC rescinded 1979 guidelines on voluntary affirmative action, urging employers to reassess diversity programs under updated Title VII enforcement.

Jul 3, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

Hopper to pay $35M settlement over hidden fees, deceptive pricing

Travel app Hopper agrees to a $35 million FTC settlement for deceptive hidden fees and misleading pricing tactics, highlighting regulatory scrutiny in travel tech.

Jul 2, 20262 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Operations

EU Council and Parliament Strike Deal to Strengthen ECHA

EU institutions agree to enhance powers and independence of the European Chemicals Agency, impacting chemical regulation for multinationals.

Jul 2, 20263 min read
Artificial IntelligenceRegulatory & Compliance

Illinois, Texas, Colorado Set AI Bias Audit Rules for HR by 2025

Illinois, Texas, and Colorado pass laws requiring bias audits for AI in HR decisions, shaping legal compliance for employers and counsel.

Jul 2, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLegal Tech

Ofgem Tightens UK Grid Rules to Manage Data Center Power Demand Surge

Ofgem reforms UK electricity grid connection rules amid a projected tripling of data center power demand, impacting legal compliance and infrastructure investments.

Jul 2, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceGovernment & Policy

Supreme Court Lets Presidents Fire Independent Agency Officials Without Cause

In a 6-3 2026 ruling, the Supreme Court overturned a 1935 precedent, expanding presidential power over independent agencies and reshaping government oversight.

Jul 2, 20263 min read
Regulatory & ComplianceLitigation

Maryland Commission on Civil Rights Unveils Discrimination Strategy Playbook

Maryland's Civil Rights Commission published a detailed 'Elements of Proof' guide to clarify legal standards for discrimination cases across sectors.

Jul 2, 20262 min read
Intellectual PropertyRegulatory & Compliance

USPTO lowers threshold for requesting info in patent exams

The USPTO lowers the threshold for examiners to request additional info, adds new IDS fees, and expands its AI pilot in April 2024.

Jul 2, 20263 min read