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ESG

EU ESG Ratings Regulation: What do I need to do if I’m not a ratings provider?

May 9, 2025

The broad scope of the ESGRR is a key compliance issue which affects firms who are not ESG ratings providers (both EU and non-EU).

Ben Maconick | CMS, Laura Houët | CMS5 min read
Enforcement

SEC targets Langemeier and LOL for conflicts of interest

May 8, 2025

Self-styled ‘Millionaire Maker’ fined for breaching fiduciary duties.

Julie DiMauro2 min read
Enforcement

Raytheon to pay $8.4m to resolve cybersecurity false claims allegations

May 8, 2025

The DOJ alleged that Raytheon failed to develop a cybersecurity plan that would enable assessment of a network it utilized for government contracts.

Alexander Barzacanos2 min read
Enforcement

Justice department rewards self-reporting in national security case

May 8, 2025

USRA spared prosecution after self-reporting employee’s illegal export of sensitive US aviation software to Chinese military-linked university.

Vlada Gurvich4 min read

Article

May 6, 2025 6 min read

Inside the SEC’s third crypto roundtable

The SEC’s third roundtable on crypto regulation highlighted growing consensus on investor protection, but also exposed deep divisions over custody frameworks and the role of self-custody in an evolving market.

ComplianceMore on Compliance

Supervision

FDA signals unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities

May 8, 2025

The FDA noted how foreign companies have been given advanced notice before facility inspections, while American manufacturers have not.

Julie DiMauro2 min read
Enforcement

OPINION: Is artificial intelligence the answer to the problem of CPIA disclosure?

May 8, 2025

Challenges arising from managing disclosure obligations under the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996.

Tony McClements | MKS Law3 min read
Enforcement

What is the territorial scope of the Failure to Prevent Fraud Offence?

May 8, 2025

Considerations for compliance in large organizations.

Thomas Cattee | Gherson3 min read
Enforcement

FINRA disciplinary action update 2025/16

May 7, 2025

Disciplinary decisions issued April 26 – May 2, 2025.

Thomas Hyrkiel3 min read

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DataMore on Data

Privacy

IMY fines Swedish Equality Ombudsman over data security failures

May 7, 2025

The Swedish Government Agency failed to keep sensitive data contained in a web form fully secure.

Martina Lindberg1 min read
Privacy

Microsoft executes total Recall for data protection

May 5, 2025

Microsoft has relaunched its “Recall” feature. What are the data protection concerns behind its withdrawal and relaunch with additional safety features?

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

CNIL reports increased data breaches and complaints in France 2024

May 5, 2025

Personal data breaches increased 20%, and large breaches affected one million individuals 50%.

Martina Lindberg2 min read
Privacy

TikTok fined $600m by Irish regulator for sending EU user data to China

May 5, 2025

Fine ruling comes after inquiry looking into the lawfulness of TikTok’s actions.

Hameed Shuja2 min read

ESG

SEC approves the first US green stock exchange

April 23, 2025

The first sustainability-focused US stock exchange targets a 2026 launch.

Julie DiMauro2 min read
ESG

ACCC proposes to authorize collaborations on sustainable finance initiatives

April 23, 2025

The proposed collaboration period is set to five years.

Martina Lindberg1 min read
ESG

What SBTi’s Net-Zero Standard 2.0 means for carbon dioxide removal

April 16, 2025

Interim targets could accelerate CDR demand and expand the buyer pool.

Lukas May OBE | Isometric3 min read
ESG

Gender parity research shows a lack of progress and persistent challenges

April 16, 2025

JP Morgan’s Global State of Gender Balance 2025 research predicts full gender parity is still 134 years away.

Jean Hurley2 min read

RegulationMore on Regulation

SEC

SEC delays litecoin ETF amidst crypto approval freezes

May 7, 2025

The pause comes as the agency solicits public comment on the ETF’s potential vulnerability to fraud and manipulation.

Alexander Barzacanos1 min read
FCA

OPINION: What the FCA’s five-year strategy means in practice

May 7, 2025

Will Handbook simplification, wordcount reduction and changes toward regulatory automation lead to a smoother supervisory process?

Parvez Khan | IPK European Strategy3 min read
SEC

Inside the SEC’s third crypto roundtable

May 6, 2025

The SEC’s third roundtable on crypto regulation highlighted growing consensus on investor protection, but also exposed deep divisions over custody frameworks and the role of self-custody in an evolving market.

Vlada Gurvich6 min read
FCA

OPINION: How firms should approach the push for growth

May 6, 2025

For boards, there is an opportunity to show leadership by proactively managing culture.

Maria Symeon | Pathlight Associates3 min read

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TechnologyMore on Technology

Crypto

Crypto wrap: Maldives’ blockchain plans, Melania memecoins, plus UK crypto rules

May 8, 2025

Latest news and developments from the world of crypto.

Hameed Shuja2 min read
Security

Hacker exploits TeleMessage vulnerability – cybersecurity in the spotlight

May 7, 2025

A vulnerability in TeleMessage was reportedly exploited to extract archived messages and other data relating to US government officials and companies.

Julie DiMauro3 min read
AI

OpenAI keeps non-profit status, with structural change to for-profit unit

May 7, 2025

The ChatGPT creator seems to have made a U-turn after harsh criticism from investors as well as rival and co-founder Elon Musk.

Hameed Shuja2 min read
Crypto

UK unveils crypto regulations aiming to balance growth and consumer protection

May 1, 2025

Changes support innovation while cracking down on fraudsters. Also included is a summary detailing the intended policy provisions.

Jean Hurley4 min read

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