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Federal Circuit Strikes Life Sciences Patent Over Insufficient Disclosure of Particular Species

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Key Takeaways: The Federal Circuit held that general disclosure of any part of a compound may be insufficient to support a priority date for a specific species within the genus....more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Electronic Workplace Monitoring: Privacy, Compliance, and Risk Management Considerations for Employers

As remote work, digital collaboration platforms, and cybersecurity threats continue to expand, many employers are increasingly relying on electronic workplace monitoring tools. These tools may include email and messaging...more

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First-of-Its-Kind Enforcement Action Portends FCC’s Expanded National Security Role

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Following a referral from the US Department of Justice, the Federal Communications Commission took a first-of-its-kind enforcement action against a company for violating the terms of its mitigation agreement with the...more

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SAFER SKIES Act Gives States Power to Block Drone Risks

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Across the United States, prisons and jails have experienced a steady rise in contraband being delivered by unmanned aerial systems (UAS)—most commonly known as drones— both inside secure perimeters and at locations...more

Robinson+Cole Manufacturing Law Blog

2026 Labor and Employment Outlook for Manufacturers

As we look ahead to 2026, several significant employment law developments and trends are on the horizon, especially with regard to local and state laws. Below are a few key issues likely to impact manufacturers in 2026: ...more

Baker Donelson

OCR's Latest HIPAA Guidance: Strategic Measures to Protect Your Systems and Data

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently released its January 2026 Cybersecurity Newsletter, focusing on system hardening and security baselines as critical components of...more

Pillsbury - SeeSalt Blog

No Contract, No Look-Through: Wisconsin Draws a Line on Software Receipts Sourcing

In a recent decision, the Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission drew a bright line for sourcing receipts from software for sales factor apportionment purposes: without a contract with the end-user, a company cannot source receipts...more

Loeb & Loeb LLP

FDA Updates Its "General Wellness" Device Framework—What Companies Need to Know

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Since 2019, companies that offer software and/or hardware devices aimed at promoting consumer health and wellness have had little more to rely on than a single short U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidance document...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

RegFi Episode 83: What Lies Ahead for Stablecoins, Bank Charters, the Clarity Act and AI Regulation

Doyle Bartlett, founder of Eris Group, joins RegFi co-hosts Jerry Buckley and Sasha Leonhardt to discuss the packed financial services policy agenda for 2026. The conversation examines what lies ahead as stablecoin...more

Hogan Lovells

Global Bribery, Investigations and Enforcement Outlook 2026

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The enforcement risks facing multinationals – and, by extension, their legal and compliance leaders – are multiplying. In recent years, anti-bribery concerns have been joined by a host of other risks – from sanctions and...more

Loeb & Loeb LLP

AI Outlook 2026: Celebrating Client Innovation and Exploring Future Trends

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Artificial intelligence (AI) offers extraordinary opportunities but also complex challenges as it reshapes industries and redefines how businesses operate across sectors. ...more

Baker Donelson

Tennessee Department of Revenue Rules Bitcoin Teller Machines Exempt from Tennessee Business Tax

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In late December 2025, the Tennessee Department of Revenue (the Department) posted Revenue Ruling #25-10, which concluded that the Tennessee business tax does not apply to Bitcoin teller machines, citing Business Tax...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

New guidance on OISP’s publicly traded securities exception and the COINS Act

On December 23, 2025, the US Department of the Treasury (Treasury) released additional guidance in the form of seven additional frequently asked questions (FAQs), clarifying certain aspects of the Outbound Investment Security...more

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The Importance of Patents in the Firearms Industry as Its Technologies Become Less Regulated

Deciding whether to pursue a patent for a technology can be challenging. In addition to a variety of legal considerations, the decision often depends on broader business considerations, such as the relative importance of the...more

Ropes & Gray LLP

California’s CCPA Cybersecurity Audit Rule Takes Effect: What Businesses Need to Know

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The California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) has entered yet another new chapter – audits. On January 1, 2026, the California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) regulations took effect, establishing comprehensive...more

McDermott Will & Schulte

Year ahead in the UK for private fund managers

The private fund management sector will face unprecedented regulatory change in the UK in 2026 as new rules and regulations are introduced, which are designed to promote competition and growth, whilst supporting financial...more

Ropes & Gray LLP

DOJ’s Done Global Telehealth Prosecution Signals Expanded Criminal Risk for Telehealth Platforms, MSOs, and Investors

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Amid increasing investor interest in the telehealth sector, a recent Department of Justice (“DOJ”) prosecution involving Done Global underscores evolving enforcement risks for telehealth platforms, management services...more

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USPTO launches SEP Working Group aimed at strengthening patent enforcement

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced the formation of the Standard-Essential Patent (SEP) Working Group, which will report directly to USPTO Director John A. Squires....more

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BIOSECURE Act Enacted

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On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act (The “NDAA”). Among its provisions, the NDAA includes an updated version of the BIOSECURE Act (the “Act”)....more

Cooley LLP

Q3 2025 Venture Financing Report – Interview With Mark Spoto

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On capital concentrating in fewer, later‑stage ‘category winners’: The surge in invested capital in Series D rounds and beyond even as deal counts fell is clearly attributable to the growth in artificial intelligence-related...more

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International Regulators Draw the Line on AI-Generated Explicit Imagery

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In a single week, regulators on three continents moved against AI platforms capable of generating explicit imagery. The UK’s media regulator opened a formal investigation....more

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AI Reporter - January 2026

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The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing an appeal by computer scientist Stephen Thaler, who argues AIgenerated works should qualify for copyright protection, contrary to the U.S. Copyright Office’s stance that only human-authored...more

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xAI Challenges California’s Training Data Transparency Act

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On December 29, 2025, xAI, the developer of the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok, filed a lawsuit seeking to invalidate California’s Generative Artificial Intelligence: Training Data Transparency Act (TDTA). ...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

SEC Staff Provides Clarity on the Custody of Cryptoasset Securities

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The Staff statement provides a framework for broker-dealers seeking to maintain “physical possession” of digital asset securities, emphasizing operational security and risk mitigation....more

UB Greensfelder LLP

Publication Advising with Purpose in an AI-Driven Future

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As clients navigate major life transitions such as divorce, career changes, or starting new businesses, they need guidance that blends practical financial strategy with empathy and emotional awareness. While Artificial...more

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