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Singapore's New Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI (2026)

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Singapore has introduced the world’s first comprehensive governance framework for agentic artificial intelligence (AI)—systems capable of autonomous reasoning, planning, and action. Unveiled on 22 January 2026 at the World...more

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Reform of the German Arbitration Law: Re-initiation of the legislative process for a modernised arbitration law

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Germany has resumed the legislative process for the long-awaited reform of its arbitration law following its interruption in the previous, shortened parliamentary term. The proposed reform is in line with Germany's efforts...more

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Critical Minerals Ministerial Recap: How the U.S. is Redefining Global Production

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On Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, the United States hosted the Inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial at the U.S. Department of State, convening delegations from 54 countries, as well as the European Commission, representing a...more

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Dispatches from J.P. Morgan Week | Life Sciences Snapshot – Q1 2026

US life sciences venture activity in Q4 2025 reflected a market that remains selective. While overall dealmaking continued to slow, capital deployment held up, reinforcing a multi-year shift toward concentration in fewer,...more

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Nice Classification Changes – Practical Implications for U.S. Trademark Owners

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The 13th edition of the Nice Classification (NCL 13-2026) became effective on January 1, 2026, and has been incorporated into U.S. examination practice through updates to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO)...more

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Can You Sell Venezuelan-Origin Oil Now? Try Our Checklist and See!

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On January 29, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) took its first steps to loosen the sanctions against Venezuela following the capture and removal of Nicolás Maduro at the beginning of January....more

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Breaking China's Stranglehold: Trump's $12B Critical Minerals Stockpile

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President Trump announced the launch of a $12 billion stockpile of critical minerals and rare earths on Monday, February 2, 2026. Dubbed “Project Vault,” the stockpile is funded primarily through a $10 billion, 15-year loan...more

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OFSI To Introduce New Enforcement Framework

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On 29 January 2026, HM Treasury’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (“OFSI”) – the UK authority responsible for the implementation and civil enforcement of UK financial sanctions – published its consultation...more

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Ghana Proposes Significant Mining Law Reforms that Could Adversely Impact Investors

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Ghana plans to implement significant reforms to its mining legislation, including its Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703). The proposed reforms come in response to mounting fiscal pressures and surging gold prices. The...more

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2026 Life Sciences Policy Outlook

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After a year defined by aggressive and often unorthodox executive action, the life sciences sector enters 2026 on the defensive. The Trump administration has shown little inclination to de-escalate, and the pressures of a...more

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2026 Tax and Trade Policy Outlook: How Tax Reconciliation, Extenders, Tariffs, and Trade Reviews Will Shape Federal Policy

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If 2025 was defined by the passage of sweeping Republican priorities through reconciliation, 2026 will be shaped by what comes next: tax and trade policy will remain central arenas where affordability, competitiveness, and...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Crypto Brief - Lowenstein Crypto Newsletter - February 5, 2026

On Jan. 29, the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee voted along party lines to advance a cryptocurrency market structure bill that would grant the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulatory authority over digital...more

Ballard Spahr LLP

Florida Launches Enforcement Unit Targeting Foreign Data Collection

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On February 5, 2026, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the creation of a first-of-its-kind specialized civil and criminal unit, named Consumer Harm from International and Nefarious Actors or “CHINA” for short....more

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Germany To Consolidate FDI Screening Rules: New Draft Investment Screening Act Expected By Mid-2026

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On January 28, 2026, the German government announced its intention to present a draft of a consolidated Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Screening Act (Draft FDI Act) by mid-2026. This legislative initiative marks a...more

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日本企業のための米国ニュースレター

本ニュースレターでは、2025年10月から12月にかけて、日本企業に関連する米国法務の主要な動向についてお知らせします。今回の号では、IEEPA関税が無効と判断された場合に備え、米国国際貿易裁判所で相次いで提起されている関税還付に関する訴訟をはじめ、注目すべき様々なトピックを取り上げています。...more

Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP

US Legal News for Japanese Companies

This newsletter reports on U.S. legal matters relevant to Japanese companies for the period from October to December 2025. In this issue, we discuss various matters, including the filing of cases in the U.S. Court of...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

AI Today in 5: February 9, 2026, The AI Agents Doing Compliance 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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[Webinar] What’s Next for Venezuela: Political, Economic, and Energy Outlook Live Executive Briefing | Panel Discussion & Q&A -...

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As political and policy decisions in Caracas begin to materially influence U.S. policy, regional stability, global energy markets, and private‑sector engagement, organizations with exposure to Venezuela and the broader Latin...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

FCPA Compliance Report: FCPA Enforcement Shifts: Volatility and Uncertainty

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes Anik Shah, the Global Director of Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Compliance at Sandisk,...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Daily Compliance News: February 9, 2026, The Is Netflix a Monopoly Edition

Welcome to the Daily Compliance News. Each day, Tom Fox, the Voice of Compliance, brings you compliance-related stories to start your day. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to the Daily Compliance News....more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Sunday Book Review: February 8, 2026, The Books on Creativity Edition

In the Sunday Book Review, Tom Fox considers books that would interest compliance professionals, business executives, or anyone curious. It could be books about business, compliance, history, leadership, current events, or...more

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New OFAC General License Opens Door to Venezuelan Oil for U.S. Entities

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Key Takeaways: U.S. entities can now trade in Venezuelan oil without violating the Venezuela Sanctions Regulations. The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) has issued a general license...more

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Principales mesures issues de la loi de finances pour 2026

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Le 2 février 2026, le projet de loi de finances pour 2026 (le « PLF 2026 ») a été considéré comme définitivement adopté dans le cadre de la procédure de l’article 49.3 de la Constitution. Cette version définitive du PLF 2026...more

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No Blankets Allowed: EC Rejects CMA's Full-Immunity Damages Approach as Asian Companies Reengage with the Cartel Leniency Program

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In a recent speech by cartel chief Maria Jaspers, the European Commission ("EC") expressed firm opposition to the UK Competition and Markets Authority's (CMA) proposal to grant first-in leniency applicants full immunity from...more

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The Maritime Sector: A "Front Line" of U.S. Sanctions

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The maritime shipping sector has become a key target of sanctions policymakers and enforcement agencies in the U.S., European Union and United Kingdom as government authorities in these jurisdictions seek to advance national...more

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