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C.I.A. Conducted Drone Strike on Port in Venezuela
The attack last week, on a dock purportedly used for shipping narcotics, did not kill anyone, people briefed on the operation said. But it was the first known U.S. operation inside Venezuela.
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Justice Department Sues Virginia Over Tuition Aid for Unauthorized Immigrants
The department said the state’s policy of granting unauthorized immigrants in-state financial aid at public colleges and universities violates federal law.
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U.S. Kills 2 in Strike in Pacific, as Trump Pressures Venezuela
The attack was the 30th announced by the U.S. military since early September. It came days after President Trump said the U.S. had struck a coastal site related to drugs and Venezuela.
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How AI is Quietly Transforming Everyday Life and Whats Next
Every morning, like clockwork, my smartphone buzzes gently on my nightstand. It’s not just waking me up; it’s already set in motion a chain of AI-driven events that will quietly shape my day. While I sleep, algorithms have been busy analyzing my calendar, traffic conditions, and even the weather to create a personalized morning routine.…
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Diritto Intelligente – December 2025
December is traditionally a time to pause, look back, and look ahead. This issue of Diritto Intelligente does all three, offering a snapshot of how European digital law is moving from rule-making to execution, just as we enter what will likely be the first fully operational year of AI governance….By: DLA Piper
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[Webinar] Top 10 Compliance Trends: Preparing for 2026’s New Rules of Risk – January 14th, 4:00 pm PST
Explore expert predictions for the year ahead in compliance. This NAVEX webinar covers AI regulation, enforcement updates, and emerging global standards shaping the next era of ethics and risk management….By: NAVEX
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The Internet Is Not an HR Department – Observations from the Viral Cinnabon Firing for Employers
A frontline service worker at a Cinnabon was recently terminated after a video circulated showing her hurling a racist epithet at a Somali couple. The footage spread quickly with millions of views on TikTok. The employer acted swiftly. And, in a development emblematic of the current digital moment, the terminated employee has since raised more…
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FTC Issues Consumer Review Warning Letters and Vacates AI Consent Order: Key Points
On December 22, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced two actions relating to fake or false consumer reviews: 1. Issuance of a set of warning letters to companies that may be responsible for fake or false reviews – 2. An order finding that an artificial intelligence (AI) company is not responsible for any such…
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Innovation Law Insights – December 2025 # 3
DLA Piper AI Journal – Diritto Intelligente – We wanted to start with a genuine thank you to our clients and our team for navigating a year in which AI moved from “experimental” to a core regulatory and business challenge….By: DLA Piper
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Mediation in California Personal Injury Cases: What to Expect
In California, mediation is a structured negotiation settlement with a neutral third person, the mediator, who helps the parties communicate and find a resolution. The mediator does not decide who wins; the point is that the parties maintain control over their own outcome….By: Maison Law