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2026 False Claims Act Refresh

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As recently reported by the Department of Justice (“DOJ”), settlements and judgments under the Civil False Claims Act (“FCA”) exceeded $6.8 billion for fiscal year 2025, the highest number in a single year in the history of...more

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Italy's Pay Transparency Decree: A Turning Point for Equal Pay

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On February 5, 2026, Italy’s Council of Ministers approved a draft Legislative Decree implementing Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency. Following its preliminary approval, the measure now enters a review and...more

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Venezuelan Oil: Hydrocarbons Law Reform and a Set of OFAC General Licenses

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In the span of a few days, Venezuela has moved to open its oil sector to private capital while U.S. regulators have set out a sanctions pathway for trading in Venezuelan‑origin crude. Venezuela’s amendment to its hydrocarbons...more

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Acquisitions of (Re)insurance Undertakings by Private Equity Funds – Supervisory Statement of EIOPA

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On 27 January 2026, the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) provided a Consultation Paper on a Supervisory Statement addressed to national supervisory authorities with the aim of ensuring...more

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Japan’s Reemergence in Global SEP Disputes

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The Tokyo District Court recently released Guidelines for Standard Essential Patent (SEP) Infringement Litigation and SEP Mediation Procedures. Our Antitrust Team is tracking the potential impact these developments may have...more

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Back-leverage in European CRE: Key Tax Considerations

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This fourth instalment of our five-part series examines some of the key tax considerations that arise in structuring and negotiating European back-leverage transactions....more

McDermott Will & Schulte

Regulation of cryptoassets in the UK reaches the final stage

On 15 December 2025, the UK Government published the final text of the secondary legislation (and accompanying explanatory memorandum) that brings cryptoassets activities within the scope of the UK regulatory perimeter....more

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From Void Acts to Personal Liability: the UKSC on BVI Director Accountability

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When is a former director liable for post-liquidation fiduciary breaches? The UK Supreme Court’s decision in Mitchell and another (Joint Liquidators of MBI International & Partners Inc (in Liquidation)) v Sheikh Mohamed Bin...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

What Importers Need to Know as the Supreme Court Decides the Fate of IEEPA Tariffs

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently considering consolidated cases that will determine whether President Trump has authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to unilaterally impose tariffs....more

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ESMA Programming Document For 2027–2029

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The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has published its programming document for 2027–2029. In an evolving regulatory and market landscape, ESMA remains committed to effective and consistent supervision across...more

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The U.S. Expansion Playbook: Why 2026 is a Defining Year for Foreign Companies Entering the U.S. Market

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In early 2026, the United States continues to attract unprecedented levels of investment across advanced manufacturing, clean energy, defense and critical technologies — driven by a combination of market size, innovation...more

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Distressed Debt Legal Insights: Special Edition: 2025 Takeaways and 2026 Outlook

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Welcome to a special edition of Distressed Debt Legal Insights, Ropes & Gray’s source of timely insights for professionals navigating the complex world of liability management and special situations finance....more

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New EU Product Labelling Rules: What Businesses Must Know to Stay Single Market Compliant

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The European Parliament’s Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee (IMCO) held a recent hearing to consider the challenges posed by differing national product labelling and recycling rules used in the EU....more

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United States and Bangladesh to Sign an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade

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On January 9, 2026 the United States and Bangladesh announced that the countries will enter into Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (“ART”) which will reduce tariffs on certain imports from Bangladesh in exchange for significant...more

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Copyright Termination Without Borders: Worldwide Recapture Rights Affirmed in Vetter v. Resnik (5th Cir. 2026)

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Do U.S. copyright termination rights expand beyond the border? In a twist of copyright imperialism, the Fifth Circuit answered in the affirmative, holding that U.S. copyright termination rights can unwind a “worldwide”...more

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Recent FinCEN Actions Signal Trump Administration's Focus on Escalating AML Enforcement

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The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) recently announced a sweeping enforcement operation targeting money services businesses (MSBs) operating along the Southwest U.S. border....more

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Transitioning Remote Employees Back to the Office: 7 Key Insights for Global Employers

Many companies have been reconsidering their work-from-home policies in the years since the COVID-19 pandemic forced office closures. While reversing these policies may be straightforward in the United States, the process is...more

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AI Trends for 2026 – Return of the Brussels Effect: AI Transparency Requirements Come to California

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Recently-enacted AI transparency regulations took effect in California on January 1, 2026. To enterprises with a global footprint, these California regulations will bear a striking resemblance to transparency obligations...more

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Unsheathing its Sword: CFIUS Seeks Judicial Enforcement

District of Columbia to enforce a July 2025 presidential order compelling the divestment of Jupiter Systems – a US company – by the Chinese company Suirui Group. The acquisition was consummated in 2020, and neither Suirui...more

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Takeaways From DOJ Fraud Section’s 2025 Year in Review

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On January 22, 2026, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) Criminal Division’s Fraud Section released its 2025 Year in Review (the Report), detailing its enforcement efforts and priorities....more

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Packaging in the EU: all manufacturers need to meet the new requirements of the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation...

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On August 12, 2026, the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (“PPWR”) will be into force. Manufacturers must be prepared by then. The new Regulation (EU) No 2025/40 is part of the European Green Deal and sets the...more

A&O Shearman

AMLA's First Single Programming Document For 2026-2028

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The Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA) has published its first single programming document (SPD) for 2026-2028, setting out its strategic priorities and providing transparency...more

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FSB Report On Vulnerabilities In Government Bond-Backed Repo Markets

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The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has published a report highlighting vulnerabilities in government bond-backed repurchase agreement (repo) markets with recommendations for authorities to address them. The FSB explains that...more

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Lyon, France: INTERPOL’s CCF Annual Activity Report for 2024 (Post 2 of 3)

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Every year, INTERPOL’s Commission for the Control of INTERPOL Files(CCF) releases an Annual Report covering the Commission’s accomplishments. Today’s post will be addressing the report for 2024 and the reported requests for...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

AI Today in 5: February 12, 2026, The AI to the Moon Edition

Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest addition to the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, Tom Fox will bring you 5 stories about AI to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the AI Today In...more

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