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CFPB mostly rescinds two amendments to its adjudication proceedings
On October 29, the CFPB published a final rule in the Federal Register rescinding most of its amendments made to rules related to adjudication proceedings in February 2022 and March 2023. The amendments had made changes to the deposition process, timing and deadlines, bifurcation of proceedings, the process for deciding dispositive motions, and requirements for issue exhaustion, along with other technical adjustments....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
European Union Adopts 19th Sanctions Package Against Russia and Additional Belarus Sanctions Package
Following extensive discussions among EU member states and international partners, and as announced earlier this fall by both Kaja Kallas and Ursula von der Leyen, on 23 October the European Council adopted the much awaited 19th economic sanctions package against Russia for its continued war of aggression against Ukraine (19th Russia Sanctions Package). On the same day, the council also agreed on an additional sanctions package against Belarus for its involvement in and support of Russia’s war...By: Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
CFPB withdraws proposed rule on nonbanks using form contracts
On October 29, the CFPB published a proposed rule in the Federal Register to withdraw its 2023 proposed rule implementing a registry of form contracts used by covered nonbanks to impose terms and conditions that limit consumer legal protections....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Need a Penny? Too Bad: Legal Implications of the U.S. Penny Shortage
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's decision to cease minting 1-cent coins has led to a severe shortage in penny circulation that requires businesses to adapt their pricing and payment strategies. As organizations respond to this monetary shift, they should be cognizant of state and local laws prohibiting merchants from charging cash-paying customers more than those using other payment methods....By: Holland & Knight LLP
EU Sustainability: State of Play - ESG in the Financial Services Sector
Our EU Sustainability: State of Play series focuses on regulatory developments and policy initiatives emerging from Brussels. In this series, we explore EU sustainability frameworks and their intersection with other areas of EU law....By: Latham & Watkins LLP
FCA Sets Out T+1 Settlement Expectations for UK Asset Managers and Alternative Firms
On 23 October 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published a letter directed at firms within its Asset Management and Alternative Firms portfolio, setting out expectations for the UK’s transition from T+2 to T+1 securities settlement on 11 October 2027 (the Letter)....By: Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Sports Investing 101
Investors following the bouncing ball have seen sports emerge as a distinct and compelling asset class. Over the last six months, a series of professional sports franchises have sold at record-breaking valuations. This includes the March sale of the Boston Celtics to an investment group led by William Chisholm for a purchase price of at least $6.1 billion – a record for the highest valuation for a sports franchise at the time the deal was announced. That record lasted all of three months before...By: Cooley LLP
$46 Trillion: A Milestone Wrapped in Responsibility
When total U.S. retirement assets hit a record $45.8 trillion in Q2 2025, it was headline news—and for good reason. not just a number; it’s a massive concentration of faith, expectations, and fiduciary risk. As one of the largest pools of private capital in our economy, these assets demand more than passive oversight—they demand vigilance....By: Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.
FDIC and Fed release living wills for 15 more banks
On October 23, the FDIC and the Fed released the public sections of resolution plans, also known as “living wills,” for 15 banks. These plans, as required by the Dodd-Frank Act, must be submitted periodically by the largest bank holding companies and other financial firms and provide a plan for such financial institution’s rapid and orderly resolution in the event of financial distress or failure....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
District court compels arbitration in putative class action against earned wage access provider
On October 22, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina granted a motion to compel arbitration by an earned wage access provider....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
[Audio] State of Play in Navigating Distressed Middle Market M&A — PE Pathways Podcast
This is the first episode in a series of discussions around private equity and distressed assets with attorneys from our Bankruptcy + Restructuring and Private Equity practice groups. Distressed mergers and acquisitions (M&A) involving financially troubled companies is an area where private equity firms are increasingly active. This podcast focuses on the state of play in navigating distressed middle market M&A and features a discussion led by Troutman Private Equity Partner Jeremy Levy, with...By: Troutman Pepper Locke
MapLight’s Historic IPO Amid a Government Shutdown
The challenge - MapLight Therapeutics exists to open possibilities, unlocking new treatments for patients long underserved by existing options for central nervous system disorders. But just as the biopharmaceutical company prepared to open a new chapter through its initial public offering (IPO), a government shutdown threatened to close the door on its momentum....By: Cooley LLP
Regulatory Compliance in Leveraged ETF Sales Practices
The Wall Street Journal reported last week that “Popular Leveraged Funds Shock Investors With Huge Losses.” It is important to understand how to offer such instruments consistent with regulatory expectations....By: Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
$46 Trillion and a Match to Be Reckoned With
When Pew reports that U.S. retirement assets crossed nearly $46 trillion in Q2 2025, it’s easy to be awed by scale. But what really caught my eye was their spotlight on the Saver’s Match, set to launch in 2027, and how it might supercharge automated savings programs like state auto-IRAs....By: Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.
CFTC Staff’s Advice for FCMs and IBs on Navigating the Quickly Evolving Sports Event Contract Market
Sports-related event contracts have expanded rapidly, but their legal footing remains unsettled. These contracts currently trade on designated contract markets (DCMs). The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has not determined whether any such products fall within the definition of “gaming” in the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) section 5c(c)(5)(C) or CFTC Regulation 40.11, such that those products could be against public policy. At the same time, some state regulators and courts have taken...By: Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
Healthcare & Life Sciences Private Equity Deal Tracker: Kingswood to Acquire Drive DeVilbiss From CD&R
Kingswood Capital Management has announced will acquire Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare from CD&R. Drive, founded in 2000 and based in Port Washington, New York, is a global manufacturer and supplier of medical products used primarily in the home setting....By: McGuireWoods LLP
[Audio] Navigating the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: Protections and Litigation Trends — The Consumer Finance Podcast
In this episode of The Consumer Finance Podcast, Chris Willis is joined by colleagues Jason Manning and Carter Nichols to explore the intricacies of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). As the current administration emphasizes the protection of servicemembers, understanding the SCRA's provisions is more crucial than ever. The discussion covers the array of legal protections offered to active duty military members, reservists, and National Guard members, including interest rate caps,...By: Troutman Pepper Locke
Corporate Crypto Exposure Has Quietly Become Practical
Until recently, most public-company boards could dismiss corporate crypto exposure as too volatile, too complex, or too murky under U.S. accounting rules. That’s no longer true. Over the past year, regulators and standard-setters have quietly made crypto ownership far more workable for balance sheets governed by generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)....By: Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP
[Video] Compliance Tip of the Day - Fostering a Compliance Brand
Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast that brings you daily insights and practical advice for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned compliance professional or just starting your journey, we aim to provide you with bite-sized, actionable tips to help you stay on top of your compliance game. Join us as we explore the latest industry trends, share best practices, and demystify complex compliance issues to keep your...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
[Video] AI Today in 5: October 30, 2025, The Are AI Job Cuts Real Edition
Welcome to AI Today in 5, the newest edition 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 5. All, from the Compliance Podcast Network. Each day, we consider four stories from the business world, compliance, ethics, risk management, leadership, or general interest that pertain to AI. Top AI stories include: • Recommendations for healthcare adoption of AI....By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
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