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Anti-Money Laundering and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): Recent Enforcement Trends and Developments
Financial organizations generally use the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the anti-money laundering (AML) policy to address litigation matters involving corruption and bribery issues. Thus, strengthening these litigation tools is vital to combat relevant threats within the financial system. In line with this, the Biden administration recently issued the "Memorandum on Establishing the Fight Against Corruption as a Core United States National Security Interest," requiring interagency cooperation to develop strategies to address global corruption, money laundering, and illicit financing. This means that a heightened enforcement regulation and stricter compliance requirements are to be expected in the coming days.
How to Effectively Protect Sensitive Data: A Comprehensive Guide
Today's digitally-dependent market requires businesses to store all sorts of data into their systems. From simple day-to-day transactions and records to the most sensitive company and client data, business processes have now evolved in order to accommodate and effectively implement the complex nature of data protection. Adding to these complexities is the increasing number of data breaches which was driven by the abrupt cloud migration when the pandemic started.
Cross-Border Investigations: Trends and Predictions for 2022
Cooperation between global regulators and law enforcement authorities across borders has become more common today – a trend which resulted in a more complex and large-scale cross-border investigations. This joined-up approach, along with other challenges brought by the current remote work environment setup and the new administration’s enforcement priorities, has posed several challenges to investigators.
The Third-Party Data Breach Problem: Best Defenses to Safeguard your Data
The first half of 2021 witnessed some of the most damaging third-party data breaches to date. With cyber-attacks ranging from small to large scales and data thefts compromising sensitive information, there is no denying that the third-party data breach problem is here, and it needs immediate action.
R&D Tax Credits Under the New Administration: How to Maximize Opportunities
The Biden administration has drafted several tax proposals as part of its “Build Back Better” plan and among the most notable policy priorities include an increased tax responsibility for larger corporations. To alleviate this anticipated additional tax burden, leveraging their research and development (R&D) tax credits should be considered. However, the recently released tax proposals do not include any R&D-related changes or development details, posing an open question on the new administration’s plan for R&D investments.
Blockchain and Antitrust: Addressing Potential Competition Law Risks
The emergence of blockchain technology spurred substantial advantages across various industries. However, as it continues to gain momentum, antitrust authorities have noted several risk issues that it may bring, including its potential to enable collusion or exclude competition. These concerns have prompted the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division to begin scrutinizing blockchain-based partnerships.
The U.S. Export Controls and Sanctions: Demystifying Recent Trends, Developments, and Critical Issues
The Biden administration continues to navigate the US export controls and trade sanctions amidst the growing human rights concerns and national security issues. Recent developments that impact international transactions and require immediate attention involve goods, technology/software, and military intelligence focusing on China, Myanmar/Burma, and Russia.
Cannabis Patent Litigation Updates: Recent Developments You Need to Know
The market potential of cannabis has been continuously expanding along with its growing legalization in the US. With the rise of commercial opportunities, patenting activities in the cannabis industry also increased, posing new challenges to patent owners and applicants alike. One of the most significant issues surrounding cannabis patent is the assumption that early applicants received an overly broad scope of patents which might affect market flow and development in the long run.
A Comprehensive Guide on International Trade and National Security Policy: Hot Buttons and Best Compliance Practices
Biden’s administration emphasizes multilateralism as its core principle in trade and security policy implementation. The recently released trade policy prioritizes areas including tariffs, work-centric trade policy, export controls, and economic sanctions. A new center of interest also rises with the inclusion of promoting social justice, and environmental and climate policy. While it also focuses on building partnerships and alliances, the administration still views China as a strategic competitor.
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