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Bank of England and UK Financial Conduct Authority Findings on Third Survey of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in UK...

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The Bank of England published the findings of its third joint survey with the U.K. Financial Conduct Authority on the use of Artificial Intelligence and machine learning in financial services. The survey aims to build on...more

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Colorado Hemp Company Settles With AG Over Alleged Violations of Consumer Protection Law

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The Colorado Attorney General’s (AG) Office recently entered into a settlement agreement with Bee’s Knees Enterprises, LLC, dba Bee’s Knees CBDs, addressing allegations of violations of the Colorado Consumer Protection Act...more

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Holiday Cyber Security Scams: Protecting Your Business During the Festive Season Without Being a Grinch

As the holiday season is upon us, businesses must remain vigilant against the increased threat of cybersecurity hacks and scams. Cybercriminals often exploit the festive atmosphere and increased online activity to target...more

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.

Price tagging requirement continues to be a mandatory obligation

Recently, the issue of price tagging in supermarkets and grocery stores has gained attention. This follows a public consultation issued by the Consumer Protection and Fair Trade Authority (CPFTA) seeking input on...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Federal Reserve Board Penalizes Two Banks for Compliance Deficiencies

On November 13, the Federal Reserve Board issued two cease and desist orders against a state-chartered bank and a bank holding company for alleged compliance deficiencies. The Federal Reserve Board first order was against...more

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International Organization of Securities Commissions Publishes Roadmap to Enhance Retail Investor Online Safety

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The International Organization of Securities Commissions has launched a new roadmap for retail investor online safety. The strategic initiative aims to safeguard retail investors worldwide from fraud, excessive risk, and...more

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EU Adopts Forced Labour Ban: 8 Things to Know

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On 19 November 2024, a new EU regulation prohibiting products made with forced labour from being sold on the Union market (the "Forced Labour Regulation") was formally adopted by the Council of the European Union. This was...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Connecticut AG Investigates Skincare Products Marketed to Kids

If you’ve been on social media lately, depending on your algorithm, you may have witnessed tween influencers touting expensive skincare routines, or commentators lamenting the rise of the Sephora Kid. Before the holiday,...more

Hogan Lovells

New Version of the Digital Chart Regulation: Key Updates on Influencer Marketing

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The new version of the Digital Chart Regulation, adopted on October 30 by the Italian Advertising Authority (IAP), introduces significant updates in the realm of influencer marketing. This revision comes at a time when the...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

When Your Life Sciences Are on the Line: Life Sciences and Food + Agriculture

Morrison Foerster partners Kate Driscoll and Nate Mendell, both former federal prosecutors and members of the firm’s Investigations + White Collar Defense Group, hosted the sixth episode of When Your Life Sciences Are on the...more

Greenberg Glusker LLP

California Leads with New Food Safety Laws

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California has taken a major step in food safety and sustainability with the passage of Assembly Bill 660 (AB 660) and the California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316), signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 28,...more

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FDA Releases Guidance for Voluntary Qualified Importer Program - Food and Beverage Litigation and Regulatory Update

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released guidance with revisions to the Food Safety Modernization Act Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP)....more

Hudson Cook, LLP

Federal Trade Commission Sues Business Financing Company for Allegedly Misleading Consumers

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On November 4, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission sued Seek Capital, LLC, and Roy Ferman, Seek's founder and CEO, for allegedly violating several federal laws, including Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act ("FTC...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

What’s Coming in Consumer Finance Regulation & Enforcement?

The Trump Administration promises a new landscape for financial institutions and fintechs. Orrick’s John Coleman, Amanda Lawrence, Jeff Naimon and Katy Ryan spoke about how to plan and operate in the coming months....more

Ballard Spahr LLP

VA proposes changes to loan reporting and guaranty loss rules

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently proposed rules to modify the requirements for the reporting of VA guaranteed mortgage loans, and the rules regarding when the VA would assert a defense for a partial or...more

Jones Day

Radical Changes to Europe's Product Liability Rules Adopted

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Dramatic changes to EU product liability rules are expected to drive an increase in litigation....more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Consensus Great Brands Show: 5 Key Takeaways for Consumer Companies

Consumer brands are emerging to serve unmet needs in everything from health and wellness to sustainability. Josh Beser and Samir Bakhru were fortunate to meet many of these new companies and investors at the Consensus Great...more

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Appeals Court sets March 30, 2025 as effective date of CFPB payday lending rule

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A panel of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has set March 30, 2025 as the effective date of the CFPB’s payday lending rule....more

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6 Considerations to Determine if a Cyber Incident Is Material

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In late June, the staff of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Corporation Finance released five new compliance and disclosure interpretations regarding the disclosure of material cybersecurity incidents...more

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Pawnshop chain cannot use ‘bona-fide error defense’ in MLA suit filed by CFPB

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FirstCash, a national pawnshop chain, cannot use the “bona-fide error defense” in its defense of a Military Lending Act (MLA) suit filed by the CFPB against the company, a federal judge has ruled in a case of first...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Tips for Vacation Rental, Property Mgmt. Businesses Facing Vendor Cybersecurity Risk

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No organization can eliminate data breach risks altogether, regardless of industry, size, or even if the organization has taken significant steps to safeguard their systems and train employees to avoid phishing attacks....more

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Unlocking Loyalty: Retailer Loyalty Is the New Customer Loyalty

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With back-to-school (BTS) in full swing, shoppers are navigating pressing economic challenges like inflation and financial uncertainty, they increasingly seek convenient and cost-saving solutions. Almost all BTS shoppers...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

How Far Back Does a Background Check Go?

Background checks are an essential part of the hiring process and personal safety. But how far back do they go? If you’ve ever wondered about the time limits on background checks, you’re not alone....more

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Telephone and Texting Compliance News: Litigation Update — A Win for TCPA Compliance and the Lead Generation Industry

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) can be a difficult and complex area of law to litigate. In recent years, the plaintiffs’ bar has upped that difficulty and complexity by targeting products designed to help with...more

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Telephone and Texting Compliance News — November 2024

We are pleased to present our latest edition of Telephone and Texting Compliance News, providing insights and news related to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). In this month’s Regulatory Update, we cover an FCC...more

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