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Colorado Federal Court Grants Motions to Dismiss in Cryptocurrency Theft Case Citing Lack of Personal Jurisdiction

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In a recent ruling, the District of Colorado granted several motions to dismiss filed by the developers and owners of cryptocurrency application Atomic Wallet, citing a lack of personal jurisdiction. This decision effectively...more

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The PRA and the Treatment of Overseas Branches

The UK’s banking regulator, the Prudential Regulation Authority ("PRA") has issued a consultation on its approach to the treatment of branches of international banks operating in the UK (CP11/24). Among the proposals is a...more

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U.S. Government Plans to Restrict Low-Value Imports Under De Minimis Exemption

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Under the current de minimis rule, shipments with an aggregate value up to $800 per day per person can be imported free of duties and taxes, except for antidumping and countervailing duties and taxes collected by other...more

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Doing Business in Uganda

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Part 1: Doing Business in Uganda - What is the current business climate in your jurisdiction including major political, economic, and/or legal activities on the horizon in your country that could have a big impact on...more

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U.S. Steel Industry Files New Trade Case Against Imports of Corrosion Resistant Steel From 10 Countries

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The Petition - The U.S. Steel industry, including Steel Dynamics, Inc., Nucor Corporation, United States Steel Corporation (“U.S. Steel”), Wheeling-Nippon Steel, Inc., and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber,...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Tone at the Top Week: Part 4 – CCOs Using Team Meetings to Further Compliance

We continue our blog post series on how CEOs and top senior executives can demonstrate the ubiquitous Tone at the Top. Setting the tone of doing business ethically and in compliance is one of the most critical...more

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Venezuela Update: September 17, 2024

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Holland & Knight's Venezuela Focus Team invites you to read our Venezuela Update, in which we discuss the latest news, trends and developments in Venezuela that impact the interests of businesses across all industry sectors. ...more

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Venezuela Update: September 17, 2024 (Spanish)

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Holland & Knight's Venezuela Focus Team invites you to read our Venezuela Update, in which we discuss the latest news, trends and developments in Venezuela that impact the interests of businesses across all industry sectors. ...more

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Land of the rising dissension: Japanese shareholder activism in focus

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A perfect storm of volatile market conditions and investor demands is brewing in Japan, fostering an environment ripe for increased shareholder activism in 2025 - Global shareholder activism surged in the first half of...more

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High anxiety or real opportunity? Distressed M&A in Europe

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The number of distressed deals reaches record highs as challenging market conditions take their toll - European M&A saw a solid uplift in value in the first half of 2024. Western Europe saw US$390 billion of deals—a rise...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

UK Modern Slavery Act: The Future of Transparency in Supply Chains

When the UK Modern Slavery Act 2015 (Act) came into force, it was considered a landmark legal development globally. The UK was one of the first jurisdictions to introduce a legal requirement concerning transparency in supply...more

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FAQs: FCA “home visits”

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Post-pandemic most firms have settled into permanent hybrid working arrangements. Two years after the FCA published its statement reminding firms of its ability to visit “any location where work is performed […] including...more

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UK FDI Update: Key takeaways from the latest NSIA Annual Report

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The third Annual Report on the UK's National Security and Investment Act provides some valuable insights into the review process and how it continues to develop. We explore some of the key metrics and trends and what they...more

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Le gouvernement du Canada lance une deuxième consultation sur d’éventuelles surtaxes visant certaines importations chinoises

Le 10 septembre 2024, le gouvernement du Canada (le « Canada ») a annoncé une nouvelle consultation de 30 jours sur des mesures éventuelles visant à protéger les secteurs essentiels à l’industrie manufacturière canadienne. ...more

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UK signs first treaty on AI and human rights, democracy and the rule of law

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The UK has entered into the world’s first binding treaty on artificial intelligence - the framework convention on AI and human rights, democracy and the rule of law (the “Convention”). The treaty sets out principles to be...more

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Tesco Express and implied terms put paid to firing and rehiring

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The UK Supreme Court interprets contractual provisions, and implies a term, to find in favour of a group of Tesco employees who argued that the supermarket chain was not entitled to fire and rehire them on less advantageous...more

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Captive Insurance in Bermuda

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Bermuda is the world’s leading domicile for captive insurance companies, with over 600 active captive licences on its register generating over US$24 billion in gross written premium. Having formed the first modern captive in...more

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US Expands Controls on Quantum, Semiconductor Tech to Secure Industry Leadership

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The US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an Interim Final Rule (IFR) on September 6, 2024 to implement worldwide export controls on quantum computing, semiconductor, addictive computing,...more

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Trade Secrets to Be Subject to Export Controls Under House-Passed Bill

On September 9, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that would expand the scope of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA) to include the protection of trade secrets. The one-sentence bill, which...more

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OFAC Issues General Licenses, Updates FAQ, and Issues New Blocking Rule and Reminder to File Annual Blocked Property Report

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On September 5, 2024, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) released General License (“GL”) 108 (“Authorizing Limited Safety and Environmental Transactions Involving Certain Blocked...more

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U.S. Joins Allies to Impose Export Controls on Quantum Computing and Other Emerging Technologies

On September 6, 2024, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Commerce Department issued an interim final rule expanding export controls on certain emerging technologies: Quantum Computing: Quantum computers,...more

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OFAC Extends Recordkeeping Requirements for All Sanctions Programs

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In an era of active U.S. sanctions policy, it is not uncommon to see the Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) issue a notice changing U.S. sanctions – promulgating a new sanctions program or updating the designation of a...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Texas Hill Country Artists Podcast: Inside Kerr Arts and Cultural Center with Lanza Teague

Delve into the heart of the Texas Hill Country with award winning “Hill Country Artists Podcast,” which illustrates and illuminates the vibrant tapestry of art rooted in this iconic region. From the sun-drenched limestone...more

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Leaders in Law: The State of International Trade with Neena Shenai

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As governments globally resort to more muscular uses of economic tools, such as sanctions and export controls for national security and foreign policy purposes, international trade has become increasingly complex. In this...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Compliance Tip of the Day: How A CEO Can Set The Tone at The Top with Email

Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more

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