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Traditional and social media are thick with reports and predictions of the remarkable increase in size, power consumption and significance of data centers. Not only technology companies but real estate and energy developers, investment… more

Some years back, a young Kenyan graduate, working as an intern for a public state corporation, developed an innovative solution that earned his employer a global innovation award. However, his application for intellectual property… more

In Maso Cap. Invs. Ltd. v. E-House (China) Holdings Ltd., No. 22-355 (2d Cir. June 10, 2024), the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit affirmed the district court’s dismissal of a putative securities-fraud class action… more

The Securities and Exchange Commission recently announced that it will host a compliance outreach program on November 7, 2024 (see the program’s agenda) on Advisers Act and Investment Company Act related topics.  The agenda covers a… more

Partnerships Bulletin is a media organization dedicated to the exposition and promotion of public-private partnerships, and every year, they organize and host an award ceremony to celebrate and highlight prominent projects and… more

China, which has enjoyed the reputation of being the “World’s Factory” and an “Important World Market” for many years, has also topped the global list in trademark applications for 20 consecutive years. Due to China National… more

The California legislature recently passed Assembly Bill 2013 (AB 2013) on August 27, 2024, a measure aimed at enhancing transparency in AI training and development. If signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom, developers of generative… more

On September 13, 2024 USTR announced modifications to the tariffs originally imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 to pressure China to eliminate unreasonable policies and practices related to technology transfer and… more

With increasing numbers of electric vehicles on the road, the U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (“Board”) proposed new accessibility guidelines for buildings and facilities covered by the Americans with… more

The recent case of Yang Zhizhong v. Nomura International (Hong Kong) Limited helpfully clarifies the applicability of Implied Term of Trust and Confidence, the Braganza duty and the Anti-avoidance Term in the context of contract… more

In a recent news release, Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael J. Hsu reiterated the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency's (OCC) support for the FDIC's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the brokered deposit rule. Perhaps… more

“The Standard Formula’s” Rob Chaplin once again gives listeners a look at how to address some of the intricacies of Solvency II. In this episode, he is joined by Feargal Ryan for a discussion on how insurers should navigate the… more

The rules on the employment of third-country nationals (which apply regionally) were recently amended in the Brussels Capital Region by an ordinance issued on February 1, 2024, and its implementing decree on May 16, 2024. The following… more

Leading U.S. Crypto Companies Announce Multiple New Products, Integrations - A major U.S. cryptocurrency exchange recently announced the launch of cbBTC – an ERC20 token backed 1:1 by bitcoin held by the exchange. The new “wrapped… more

Welcome to Industrials Regulatory News and Trends. In this regular bulletin, DLA Piper lawyers provide concise updates on key developments in the industrials sector to help you navigate the ever-changing business, legal, and regulatory… more

The state of Texas, by and through its Attorney General Ken Paxton, reached a first-of-its-kind settlement agreement with Pieces Technologies Inc. (Pieces) following an investigation into Pieces' alleged violations of the Texas… more

Both the House and Senate are in session this week to pass a continuing resolution to fund the government beyond September 30 before leaving town to campaign ahead of the November elections… more

Long IT sub-contracting chains can make it hard for financial institutions to understand the vulnerabilities in their IT estate and the location of key functions (where these may be located in entities who do not have a direct… more

The intersection of the Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) and General Services Administration (GSA) leasing has undergone significant changes over the past year, raising important issues for lessors, legal practitioners and government agencies… more

The Israel Securities Authority has published several additional revisions to the Israeli money market reform since the Knesset approved legislative amendments designed to promote competition in the money market, and since the draft… more

The European Union (EU) Commission has published a draft set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the interpretation of certain provisions of the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the first set of European… more

Summary: Recent legal precedents on modern data are reshaping eDiscovery practices while generative AI is poised to cause further disruption. We explore rulings on hyperlinked documents and retention policies and dive into the… more

Key Takeaways - On 12 September 2024, the UK government published the Trade, Aircraft and Shipping Sanctions (Civil Enforcement) Regulations 2024 (the “Regulations”), which will come into force on 10 October 2024. The Regulations… more

On September 9, 2024, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced at an event in Washington, D.C. that the agency will be seeking Supreme Court review of a recent decision finding aspects of the… more

Summary: Navigating eDiscovery in the era of modern data presents new complexities that can make or break a case. We explore five critical considerations outside counsel must address, including the implications of generative AI, to… more

Mezzanine lenders looking to foreclose on their collateral have the advantage of being able to pursue remedies outside of court. But the process, which is described in the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), is often ill understood and can… more

Not to be left behind by other regulators, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) recently issued an enforcement advisory on “dark patterns” in the context of the notice and consent required under the California Consumer… more

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) brought more actions targeting regulated entities for recordkeeping violations related to employees using noncompany communications platforms, and both the SEC and the U.S. Department… more

Good Afternoon! It’s been a busy two weeks in space. Starliner returned from the ISS, humans traveled the furthest from Earth since the Apollo missions and conducted the first spacewalk by private citizens, and China launched its… more

On Tuesday, the Court of Appeals of Virginia issued a significant decision concerning easements in Barr, et al. v. Garten Development, LLC. The Court held that where a deed that released “easements” conveyed by a previous deed did not… more

On August 22, 2024, Germany’s Federal Fiscal Court (Bundesfinanzhof) published a decision that refocuses attention on the complexities of cross-border taxation, particularly for Luxembourg-based funds investing in Germany. This ruling… more

From Paul Ryplewski: my latest 'Office Hours' recap is brought to you courtesy of the generous insights and deep experience of Heather Morse, CBDO at McGlinchey Stafford and longtime client and friend to me and JD Supra… more

The foundational comic premise of walk-into-a-bar jokes is the underlying differences among the characters walking in. The three characters—in this case a chess player, a hockey player, and a patent litigator—may appear different. But… more

On September 17, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a statement concerning the proposed revisions to the Fire Brigades Standard (to become the “Emergency Response Standard”)… more

According to research firm Exechange, 74 chief executive officers have been fired or forced out this year, which is the highest number since 2017… more

Duty-free imports of low-value goods under the Section 321 program will soon face significant restrictions under rulemaking signaled by the Biden Administration… more

On August 28, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) adopted final rules (“Rules”) applicable to investment advisers with relatively few changes from the rules as proposed… more

In this episode, AGG Corporate partner and member of the firm’s Women in Tech Law, Paula Nagarajan, is joined by Jenea Bradley, an audit partner at Deloitte, to discuss the critical aspects of preparing for a transaction, particularly… more

In a letter to the CFPB released on September 10, several Senate Democrats implored the Bureau to establish stricter guardrails for BNPL providers, arguing that consumer harm will occur absent action taken to reign in the industry… more

On September 13, 2024, California’s Franchise Tax Board (“FTB”) released updated proposed regulations (“Draft Regulations”), which would amend the rules regarding market-based sourcing for sales other than sales of tangible personal… more

Below is this week’s congressional update by BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team. We’ll continue to post in weeks when both chambers of Congress are in session… more

Federal Lawsuit Charges Battery Manufacturer Fired Injured Employee Instead of Providing an Accommodation - ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Navitas Systems, LLC., a company specializing in comprehensive energy storage solutions and battery… more

Wondering what the requirements are for transferring personal information out of Brazil? Under the country’s Data Protection Law, extra-territorial transfers of personal information are regulated in much the same way as in EU Member… more

On 6 June 2024, Ankura, Baker McKenzie, Henderson Chambers, Fladgate LLP, and Shieldpay hosted the panel, "The Next Wave of Mass Claims: Future Trends in Group Litigation” as part of London International Disputes Week 2024… more

Walgreens Settles for $106.8 Million Over FCA Violations - On September 13, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. and Walgreen Co. (collectively, Walgreens) agreed to pay $106.8 million to… more

The Announcement and Its Sources - Last week, the vice chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, Michael S. Barr, gave prepared remarks at the Brookings Institution announcing a significant recalibration of the Fed's Basel Endgame… more

By law, public schools in the United States must provide services and support for students with special needs. However, some families find that an alternative to public schooling, known as microschools, better suits their specific… more

On August 28, 2024, the US Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a final rule that expressly includes certain investment advisers in the definition of a “financial institution” under the Bank… more

On September 20, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule entitled: Misclassification of Drugs, Program Administration and Program Integrity Updates Under the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program. CMS is… more

As the demand for GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy increases with consumers eager to shed pounds, the supplement industry is weighing in. Dietary supplement companies have been considering ways to address this new demand in the… more

On September 9, 2024, the Department of Labor, the Department of the Treasury, and HHS (the Departments) jointly issued a final rule (the Final Rule) amending regulations implementing the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health… more

Genstar Capital has announced a strategic majority investment in Flourish Research, according to a news release… more

Congress has not passed legislation to fund the federal government for fiscal year 2025 (FY 2025) that begins October 1, 2024. The House of Representatives on September 18 tried — and failed — to pass legislation to fund the government… more

We live in a world where exciting medical research promises to cure cancer, prevent heart attacks, and push back the effects of aging. Sadly, we also live in a world in which “maternity care deserts” are growing across the United… more

Today, encountering a cookie banner is a common experience for most individuals who peruse the internet. These banners inform website users of the presence of cookies or other tracking technologies through language such as, “This… more

What is Child Support, and How Much Can I Expect to Pay or Receive? One of the most common questions posed by parents of minor children who are separated – or who are about to separate – is: what is child support and how much can I… more

The recent amendment to the Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self-Disclosure Policy (CEP) of the Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) Criminal Division expects companies to self-disclose allegations of misconduct within 120 days of… more

The settlement is the latest example of the agency’s enhanced criminal enforcement of money transmitting business and international money-laundering laws. The recent settlement is significant both in terms of its amount and the… more