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2 days ago

Recent Developments in Cryptocurrency and Digital Asset Regulations

The cryptocurrency and digital asset industry is undergoing substantial changes in 2025, as the U.S. government reshapes its approach under the Trump administration. These developments reflect a broader effort to…

4 weeks ago

FinCEN Eliminates BOI Reporting Requirements for U.S. Domestic Companies

On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) announced a significant change to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) regulations. The newly issued interim final rule removes the requirement…

1 month ago

OTC Markets Introduces New OTCID Basic Market

The OTC Markets Group is rolling out a significant update that will transform the Pink Current Market into the OTCID (Over-the-Counter Integrated Disclosure) Basic Market starting July 1, 2025. This…

4 months ago

Nationwide Injunction Against the CTA by a Texas Court

On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its…

6 months ago

California Assembly Bill 2432: New Penalties for Corporate Crimes

California has recently enacted Assembly Bill 2432 (AB 2432), also known as the California Victims of Crime Act, which introduces significant changes to the penalties for corporate crimes. This new…

8 months ago

Texas Judge Blocks FTC’s Ban on Non-Compete Agreements

In a significant legal development, a federal judge in Texas has blocked the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) rule that aimed to ban non-compete agreements across the United States. This ruling…

8 months ago

Uncertainties Regarding FTC Ban of Non-Compete Agreements

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a landmark final rule that effectively bans most non-compete agreements across the United States, with a few exceptions. See our…

9 months ago

Understanding the SEC’s New Rules on Dealer Definition

On February 6, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a final rule that significantly expands the definitions of “dealer” and “government securities dealer.” This expansion covers additional market…

11 months ago

Implications of the FTC’s Nationwide Ban on Non-Compete Agreements

In a landmark move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule that effectively bans non-compete agreements across the United States. This action represents a significant shift in…

11 months ago

Constitutionality of Corporate Transparency Act

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a law passed by Congress in 2021 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The CTA aims to combat money laundering, tax evasion,…