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Quarterly Sanctions Update | Q3 2025
The third quarter of 2025 marks greater coordination between the European Union and United Kingdom on sanctions, specifically with respect to lowering the price cap on Russian oil, broadening the range of targeted individuals and entities, and introducing new measures against sanctions circumvention via third countries. Key developments also include new sectoral restrictions, expanded export control powers, targeted guidance for high-risk industries and jurisdictions, and increased enforcement...By: McDermott Will & Schulte
New SEC Policy Statement Allows Companies Seeking to Register Securities to Include a Mandatory Arbitration Provision in Their Corporate Governance Documents
Citing a host of recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings interpreting the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has “determined that the presence of an issuer-investor mandatory arbitration provision will not impact decisions whether to accelerate the effectiveness of a registration statement under the Securities Act.”...By: Ballard Spahr LLP
A Game-Changer for Divorcing Homeowners in Maryland
One of the biggest challenges for divorcing clients is determining how to handle the marital home. Even when both parties agree on who will remain in the home, the refinancing hurdle often proves to be insurmountable, especially given the recent climb in interest rates. Starting October 1, 2025, a new Maryland law will give divorcing homeowners the chance to stay in their home without refinancing....By: Offit Kurman
[Video] Compliance Tip of the Day - The Supply Chain Audit
Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast that brings you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned compliance professional or just starting your journey, our goal is to provide you with bite-sized, actionable tips to help you stay ahead in your compliance efforts. Join us as we explore the latest industry trends, share best practices, and demystify complex compliance issues to keep...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
Oregon enacts new laws to bar medical debt credit reporting, prevent hidden online fees, and strengthen auto loan disclosures
On September 16, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced the signings of three new consumer protection laws: (i) SB 605, which prohibits medical service providers from reporting the amount or existence of medical debt to a consumer reporting agency; (ii) SB 430, which requires disclosure of fees and charges associated with the online purchase of goods or services; and (iii) HB 3178, which enhances consumer protections in motor vehicle transactions....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Tax-Loss Harvesting Part IV: Derivatives
Is there a place for derivatives in tax-loss harvesting? Yes. As we discussed in Part I, losses that are appropriate for tax-loss harvesting can be generated from a wide range of capital assets, including sales of stocks, debt securities, digital assets, real estate, or business sale proceeds....By: ASKramer Law
NFIP authorization expires Sept. 30
If Congress does not reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) by September 30, major parts of the program will expire—a lapse that could cause major problems in the mortgage industry....By: Ballard Spahr LLP
Early-Stage Momentum Holds Strong in Q2 2025, Even as Late-Stage Pulls Back
Seed through Series C deal activity gained ground in Q2 2025, with deal sizes up between 5.5% and 22% and valuations rising by as much as 60% compared to Q1. While this reflects improving confidence in early-stage ventures, Series D+ deals told a different story, with both capital raised and valuations declining sharply....By: Fenwick & West LLP
NYDFS broadens blockchain analytics guidance in industry letter to state banks
On September 17, NYDFS announced it had extended its blockchain analytics guidance to all New York State chartered banks, credit unions, and branches and agencies of foreign banking organizations....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
IRS Final Regulations on Roth Catch-Up Contributions Under SECURE 2.0
Participants in Section 401(k), Section 403(b) and governmental Section 457(b) Plans who are age 50 or older are able to make salary deferrals in excess of the limit on salary deferrals for younger participants. These additional contributions are commonly referred to as “catch-up contributions.”...By: Pullman & Comley, LLC
U.S./UK Tech Prosperity Deal: Beyond the headlines
The U.S. and UK have this week confirmed their “Tech Prosperity Deal” in the form of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) accompanied by a string of headline grabbing UK investment announcements by major U.S. tech players. What underpins those announcements? What are the implications? And what questions does it raise?...By: Hogan Lovells
Democratic senators urge withdrawal of proposal to rescind 2023 CRA modernization rule
On September 15, a group of seven Democratic senators, led by Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Raphael Warnock (D-GA), sent a letter to the heads of the Fed, the OCC, and the FDIC urging them to withdraw their proposal to rescind the 2023 CRA final rule....By: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
FCA Consults on Application of FCA Handbook to Cryptoasset Activities
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a consultation (CP25/25) on the application of the FCA Handbook to regulated cryptoasset activities. If the proposals therein are implemented by the FCA, it would mark another step in the transition from limited anti-money laundering and financial promotion oversight to more comprehensive regulation, resulting in cryptoasset firms being subject to requirements comparable to traditional financial services firms....By: Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
That 401(k) Conference Hits the Road in 2026: Wrigley, Colorado, Philly, and Maybe D.C.
That 401(k) Conference is back on the road for 2026, and the lineup is shaping up nicely. After the Milwaukee stop fell through, we’re bringing the show to Wrigley Field in April. Chicago in the spring, five hours of 401(k) content, a ballpark lunch, a stadium tour, and a Major League great—it doesn’t get more Chicago than that (just bring a jacket, April at Wrigley is not for the faint of heart)....By: Ary Rosenbaum - The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C.
Non-Financial Misconduct: Navigating the Emerging Divergence between the U.S. and U.K.
On 2 July 2025, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published its latest non-financial misconduct (NFM) policy statement1, which clarifies that bullying, harassment and violence qualify as misconduct under the FCA’s Code of Conduct rules and will apply to almost all financial services firms operating in the U.K. from 1 September 2026. Originally published in Law360 - September 17, 2025....By: WilmerHale
Global Transportation Finance Newsletter September 2025
East Palestine Derailment Lawsuits Highlight the Limits of Lessor Liability - Despite Northfolk Southern’s attempt to shift responsibility relating to the 2023 East Palestine train derailment to railcar owners and lessors, the resolution of a pair of recent lawsuits yielded positive results for railcar owners and lessors....By: Vedder Price
PRA Signals Important Change in Approach to Funded Re
On 18 September 2025, Vicky White, director for prudential policy at the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), delivered a speech at the 30th Annual Bank of America Financials CEO Conference. The speech focused on the impact of the growing use of funded reinsurance (Funded Re, also known as asset intensive reinsurance) as a source of capital for insurers in the UK bulk purchase annuities (BPA) market....By: Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
EU Clarifies Ownership and Control Standards in New Sanctions Guidance
The European Union has continued to refine its approach to sanctions compliance by publishing new guidance on the critical issues of “ownership” and “control” through its Sanctions Helpdesk platform. The guidance—released in late August 2025—offers much-needed clarity on how companies operating within the Union should identify, evaluate, and manage the risks posed by indirect links to sanctioned parties....By: The Volkov Law Group
Food Venture Financing News – Weekly Issue No. 253
Mad Capital, a credit firm helping farmers move towards regenerative farming practices, announced that it raised $78.4 million for its second fund, Perennial Fund II. Nitricity, a climate and agtech startup, announced that it raised $50 million in its Series B round....By: Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
[Video] AI Today in 5: September 22, 2025, The Chaos of Consent Episode
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, so 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 related to AI. Top AI stories include: • JFrog advances investment compliance. (Simply Wall St):...By: Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist
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