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Compliance

AstraZeneca faces US class action lawsuit amidst China regulatory probes

February 20, 2025

The lawsuit claims that UK’s largest listed company misled shareholders in connection with investigations by the Chinese government.

Jean Hurley1 min read
Regulation

Opinion: ‘Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies’ paves the way for court fights and more

February 20, 2025

The order is a significant step toward centralizing control over the executive branch.

Julie DiMauro2 min read
FCA

OPINION: Time for firms to up their game on AML compliance

February 20, 2025

Following a recent FCA review into firms’ money laundering defences, Tony McClements gives advice on how to stay ahead of the regulatory curve.

Tony McClements | MKS Law2 min read
Enforcement

Equinor and Danske Commodities fined €12m for gas market manipulation

February 20, 2025

The firms were sanctioned for breach of European regulation on wholesale energy market integrity and transparency – REMIT.

Jean Hurley2 min read

Article

Patrice Poitevin

February 14, 2025 6 min read

OPINION: FCPA 'pause' is a self-inflicted setback that undermines US competitiveness

Pat Poitevin explores the real-world consequences of pausing the FCPA.

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Enforcement

False Claims Act claims resolved by St Vincents Catholic Medical Centers of NY

February 19, 2025

The DOJ noted in its press release that this resolution illustrates the government’s emphasis on combating healthcare fraud, particularly through the use of the FCA.

Julie DiMauro1 min read
Enforcement

FINRA disciplinary action update 2025/6

February 19, 2025

Disciplinary decisions issued February 8 –14, 2025.

Thomas Hyrkiel2 min read
Compliance Culture & Ethics

New report warns over rose-tinted view of ethics and culture from senior leaders

February 19, 2025

Significant disconnect in perception between leadership and frontline staff revealed in latest LRN survey.

Martin Cloake3 min read
Enforcement

Wealth management firm fined by FINTRAC for AML failures

February 18, 2025

Lack of written policies and oversight was at the center of the enforcement action against independent firm “considered a securities dealer” by regulator.

Alexander Barzacanos1 min read

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DataMore on Data

Data

Is the new EU Health Data Space Regulation a turning point for EU health data access?

February 18, 2025

The regulation creates an EU health “data space” and is designed to facilitate access to and control of health data.

Nuria Pastor | Fieldfisher, Renzo Marchini | Fieldfisher3 min read
Privacy

DeepSeek and personal data transfers to China

February 14, 2025

DeepSeek may disrupt laws on data protection and transfers on both sides of the Atlantic, as well as disrupting US markets.

Alice Wallbank | Shoosmiths, Sherif Malak | Shoosmiths, Adam Fox | Shoosmiths4 min read
Data

European GDPR fines down 33% in 2024, but enforcement ‘remains dynamic’

February 6, 2025

The Irish Data Protection Commission continues to take the lead on GDPR fines in Europe.

Martina Lindberg4 min read
Data

Is the EU-US Data Privacy Framework in danger?

February 5, 2025

Recent actions by President Trump could have a negative impact on transatlantic data transfers. Here’s how organizations should mitigate.

CMS3 min read

ESG

Canada requires banks to reveal diversity of board execs, as US moves the other way

February 19, 2025

Move by Canadian government signals clear divergence with US on approach to diversity.

Julie DiMauro2 min read
ESG

Climate Disclosure Bills reintroduced in New York – fast facts and takeaways

February 6, 2025

The bills are at the beginning stages. and should be on companies’ watch lists, but it is premature to take compliance steps beyond that.

Michael R. Littenberg | Ropes & Gray, Marc Rotter | Ropes & Gray, Peter Witschi | Ropes & Gray5 min read
ESG

Canadian banks withdraw from UN-backed climate initiative, will Europe follow?

January 23, 2025

European banks are reported to be reconsidering their alliance with the Net Zero Banking Alliance as President Trump rescinds ESG Executive Orders and Memoranda.

Jean Hurley2 min read
ESG

Federal Judge rules American Airlines breached fiduciary duty over ESG-conscious investment

January 23, 2025

The surprising outcome sends shockwaves through an industry whose enthusiasm for ESG has diminished in recent years.

Alexander Barzacanos2 min read

RegulationMore on Regulation

FCA

UK regulators could face government audit as push for economic growth continues

February 19, 2025

But critics argue too much government intervention could weaken the UK’s strong independent regulatory sector.

Hameed Shuja1 min read
Regulation

CMA chief calls for constructive engagement with US tech giants

February 19, 2025

Chief executive stresses “fines are a last resort.”

Hameed Shuja1 min read
FCA

UK Supreme Court blocks government intervention in motor finance case

February 19, 2025

The top Court is set to make a decision in the case in April, and its implication could be far-reaching.

Hameed Shuja1 min read
Regulation

Changes to UK Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act explained

February 18, 2025

Companies House has made moves to improve transparency and ensure accuracy of information on registers.

Mark Geday | Morgan Lewis, Jasmine Jones | Morgan Lewis3 min read

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TechnologyMore on Technology

Crypto

Crypto wrap: Bitcoin reserves, Italy’s crypto warning, and a president in trouble

February 18, 2025

Latest news and developments from the world of crypto.

Hameed Shuja3 min read
AI

From AI safety to AI action: Paris summit highlights change in global approach

February 13, 2025

Event highlighted global shift from worrying about AI regulation to investing in innovation.

Hameed Shuja4 min read
Crypto

CFTC assembles crypto CEOs to launch digital asset markets pilot program

February 12, 2025

Pilot program and collaboration with industry executives, plus leadership changes, reflect regulatory shift at CFTC.

Julie DiMauro2 min read
Crypto

Crypto Wrap: Tariff threats cause price fall, companies turning to bitcoin, copycat fears

February 11, 2025

Latest news and developments from the world of crypto.

Hameed Shuja3 min read

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