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F.B.I. Investigates Joe Kent, Whose Resignation Over Iran War Angered Trump
Mr. Kent is under investigation for a possible intelligence leak, according to people familiar with the situation. The inquiry is said to predate his resignation this week as the top U.S. counterterrorism official.
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Beyond Firewalls: How Cybercriminals Outsmart Conventional Security Measures
I remember the first time I heard about firewalls. It was in the early 2000s, and they were heralded as the ultimate gatekeepers of the digital world. Back then, the internet felt like the Wild West, and firewalls were the steadfast sheriffs keeping the peace. But just like in the Wild West, the outlaws—cybercriminals, in…
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FDA Issues First-of-Its Kind Guidance on Expectations for Drug Manufacturing 483 Responses
Our FDA: Compliance & Enforcement Team explores the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s new draft guidance on responding to FDA Form 483 observations at the conclusion of an inspection….By: Alston & Bird
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Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy: What You Need to Know
In a rapidly changing global security landscape, the Government of Canada has unveiled an ambitious Defence Industrial Strategy (“Strategy”) backed by the $81.8 billion in defence funding announced in Budget 2025, of which $6.6 billion is dedicated specifically to the Strategy. Here’s what you need to know about this generational investment in Canada’s security and…
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2025 in Review: Key Developments within International Trade Enforcement, and Looking Ahead to 2026
The Department of Justice has undertaken a sweeping realignment of its white-collar enforcement priorities under the new Administration, with a particular focus on trade and customs fraud, and continued emphasis on existing and emerging national security threats, including those involving familiar adversaries like Iran, Russia, and China as well as those from the activities of…
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Canada-Australia Accord on Bilateral Investment Initiatives: Unlocking Opportunity Across Key Sectors
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent visit to Australia resulted in significant joint announcements with his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese. The two leaders agreed to pursue cooperation in a range of areas including investment, defence, critical minerals, energy and artificial intelligence….By: Stikeman Elliott LLP
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Joint Interpretation from the SEC and CFTC on Certain Types of Crypto Assets and Certain Transactions Involving Crypto Assets
On March 17, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued an interpretation that provides guidance regarding how the federal securities laws apply to certain crypto assets and to certain transactions involving crypto assets. Consistent with the recent MoU between the agencies, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission joined in this interpretation and guidance confirming that CFTC…
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Can Social Media or AI Be a Defective Product? – Product Liability & Mass Tort Monitor: March 2026
March 18, 2026 The Product Liability & Mass Tort Monitor is a monthly newsletter delivering critical updates, data insights and actionable strategies for navigating the complexities of product liability and mass tort litigation. This month’s issue takes a look at the brave new world of product liability emerging in tech….By: McGuireWoods LLP
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North Carolina Court Affirms Sealed Container Defense in Vape Battery Malfunction Case
The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently issued a decision strengthening the “sealed container” defense available to non‑manufacturing sellers in products liability cases. In Weaver v. AMV Holdings LLC, the court found in favor of a vape retailer and distributor after a lithium‑ion battery malfunctioned in a customer’s pocket, causing serious burns. For retailers and…
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Iran War Live Updates: Missile Attack Kills at Least 3 in West Bank
Several others were injured in the Iranian attack that was the first to kill Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank since the war began. Residents in Tehran and elsewhere in Iran describe lives gripped by fear and anger.
