Regulation

International Edition

Ransoms and Sanctions and Fines—Oh My!

By Richard Breavington, Alice Kemp and Helen Monachan, RPC | August 24, 2023

How do you avoid being penalised by both the threat actor and the sanctions regulator?

4 minute read

International Edition

SRA Bans Former Ashurst Employee for Withholding Previous Convictions

By Jack Womack | August 23, 2023

The person worked for Ashurst between 2019 and 2021 and was the firm's learning and development manager based in its London office.

2 minute read
International Edition

Suspended Axiom Ince Partner Appeals 'Draconian' SRA Suspension in High Court

By Jack Womack | August 22, 2023

The partner's lawyer said his client was 'very shocked and distressed' by the SRA's intervention.

2 minute read

International Edition

Columbia Law School Professor Who Coined 'Brussels Effect': 'Changes in Big Tech's Business Models Are Needed'

By Linda A. Thompson | August 21, 2023

In an interview with Law.com International, influential scholar Anu Bradford discusses her new book, the power imbalance between Big Tech and democratic governments, and the EU's recent shift to what she describes as "techno-protectionism."

9 minute read
International Edition

The SRA's Anti-Money Laundering Crackdown is Here. Just Ask Dentons and Clyde & Co

By Jack Womack | August 16, 2023

Now might be the time to 'put your house in order', as the UK regulator increases its AML inspections.

4 minute read
International Edition

What's Next for the Saudi Regional Headquarters Program?

By Marco De Leo | August 11, 2023

As the Saudi government looks to attract multinational groups to the Kingdom, Marco De Leo, managing partner of BonelliErede's Dubai office, considers what they should be mindful of.

4 minute read
International Edition

Latest Biden Order Throws Another Wrench into Sino-US Trade, Lawyers Say

By Jessica Seah | August 10, 2023

Senior legal practitioners are reacting to the latest move by the Biden Administration, which sets the stage for more restrictions on investments not just into China by American companies but in time, also from China into the U.S.

6 minute read
International Edition

Canadian News Groups Call on Competition Bureau to Investigate Meta

By Gail J. Cohen | August 8, 2023

Publishers and broadcasters want the watchdog agency to stop the social media giant from blocking news on Facebook and Instagram in Canada.

4 minute read
International Edition

Cyber Leaks, Greenwashing and Changing Regulations Keep Australian GCs Awake

By Christopher Niesche | August 7, 2023

Regulators are getting more vigilant, general counsel said at the GC Summit in Sydney, Australia.

5 minute read
International Edition

GC's Approach and Personality Pivotal to Resolving Regulatory Issues, Says Australia's Financial Regulator

By Christopher Niesche | August 7, 2023

ASIC deputy chair Sarah Court likes to deal directly with general counsel.

3 minute read
National Law Journal

SEC Chief Gensler Warns of 'AI Washing' and Potential Conflicts of Interest

By Maydeen Merino | January 17, 2024

"If you're putting the robo adviser's interest ahead of the broker dealer's interest ahead of the investor, therein lies a conflict" Gary Gensler said.

3 minute read
National Law Journal

FTC's Regulatory Process Regarding Negative Option Rule Faces Industry Criticism

By Maydeen Merino | January 16, 2024

Agency has failed to show that amendments to the consumer protection rule are needed, groups say.

4 minute read
New Jersey Law Journal

Finally, a Small Deal on Liquor Licenses

By The Law Journal Editorial Board | January 12, 2024

Many critics thought the system was archaic and inequitable and hindered competition with neighboring states.

3 minute read
Law.com

Rescheduling Letter Release? / Dormant Commerce Clause Case / Cannabis and Citizenship / Connecticut Crackdown

By Cheryl Miller | January 11, 2024

A cannabis company owner challenging a state license denial "cannot use the Dormant Commerce Clause to demand a constitutional right to participate in an illegal interstate market," wrote U.S. District Judge Tiffany Cartwright of Washington's Western District.

12 minute read
National Law Journal

SEC Approves Bitcoin Listing, Trading After Appeals Court Defeat

By Maydeen Merino | January 11, 2024

Amid approval, SEC Chair Gary Gensler warns that "investors should remain cautious about the myriad risks associated with bitcoin and products whose value is tied to crypto."

4 minute read
Corporate Counsel

$2B Settlement in Cummins Environmental Probe Signals End to Era of Lax Enforcement

By Chris O'Malley | January 11, 2024

The agreement "sends a signal the EPA is making an example of someone. Make sure your house is in order," said Joshua Van Eaton, a principal at Beveridge & Diamond.

6 minute read
National Law Journal

Outlogic Agrees Not to Sell Location Data in Settlement of FTC Claims of Inadequate Safeguards

By Maydeen Merino | January 10, 2024

The data broker denied the allegations, saying it imposes "strict contractual terms" on all customers.

3 minute read
Legaltech News

Legal Tech's Predictions for Data Privacy in 2024

By Stephanie Wilkins | January 10, 2024

Legal industry experts make their predictions for what we can expect in the area of data privacy in 2024.

11 minute read
New York Law Journal

A Tale of Two Nations: How China and the United States Confront Generative AI Challenges

By Jennifer M. Driscoll | January 10, 2024

Leaders and legislative bodies worldwide have used their authority to harness GenAI's transformative power and mitigate risks—albeit at different paces and with different priorities and approaches. This divergence is particularly evident when comparing the GenAI laws enacted in the People's Republic of China with the nascent efforts of President Biden and Congress to respond to these new challenges.

6 minute read
National Law Journal

Car Dealers Challenge New FTC Rule Banning Bait and Switch, Junk Fees

By Maydeen Merino | January 9, 2024

National Automobile Dealers of America tells Fifth Circuit the Combating Auto Retail Scams rule is arbitrary and capricious.

3 minute read

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