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In Response to the President’s Directive, CFPB Unveils New Strategy to Tackle Criminal Regulatory Offenses | JD Supra

17 hours ago | jdsupra.com | Stefanie Jackman |Jesse Silverman |Lori J. Sommerfield

Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or Bureau) published a policy statement in the Federal Register outlining its approach to addressing criminally liable regulatory offenses. This publication comes in response to Executive Order 14294, issued by President Trump on May 9, 2025, which aims to combat overcriminalization in federal regulations.
CFPB Backs Chapter 7 Conversion in Synapse Financial Technologies Bankruptcy | JD Supra

1 day ago | jdsupra.com | Stefanie Jackman |Jesse Silverman |Chris Willis

On June 20, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or Bureau) filed a statement of interest in support of converting the bankruptcy case of Synapse Financial Technologies, Inc. from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7, rather than dismissing it. This move comes amidst concerns over significant consumer harm stemming from Synapse’s alleged unfair practices in managing funds across its network of partner financial institutions.
UK’s controversial foreign influence registration scheme looms - Banks and other businesses prepare The new regime aimed at protecting UK politics from foreign influence is set to go live 1 July, but its onerous requirements could make for unintended cons

1 day ago | jdsupra.com | Paul Butcher |Ali MacGregor |James Palmer

Almost two years since the National Security Act 2023 became law, on 1 July 2025 both tiers of the UK Government’s new Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS), will finally ‘go live’.
Big Sky State Makes Big Privacy Updates | JD Supra

2 days ago | jdsupra.com | Kathryn Smith |Liisa M. Thomas

Montana’s privacy law has received a refresh and updates will go into effect October 1, 2025 – exactly one year since the law took effect. The law was modified with SB 297, and changes include coverage, approach with minors, and more: Broadening who is covered. Previously, Montana’s privacy law applied only to those controlling or processing the personal data of at least 50,000 Montanans.
Texas Enacts New Commercial Sales-Based Financing Bill Severely Restricting Automatic Debits | JD Supra

2 days ago | jdsupra.com | Jason Cover |Joseph Reilly |Caleb Rosenberg

On June 20, the Texas Legislature passed H.B. 700, which introduces several new regulatory requirements for providers and brokers of commercial sales-based financing operating within the state. The law applies to merchant cash advance transactions and loans with payments that vary based on the borrower’s sales.
2025 eDiscovery Review Update: Tasks, Cost Data, and Spending Patterns | JD Supra

2 days ago | jdsupra.com | Mary Bennett |Rob Robinson

Within the context of electronic discovery (eDiscovery), the task of review refers to the examination of electronically stored information (ESI) to identify content that is relevant, responsive, privileged, or otherwise significant to a legal matter. As one of the three core eDiscovery tasks—alongside collection and processing—review has historically been the most resource-intensive stage of the discovery process.
UBS Faces Forfeiture Lawsuit | JD Supra

2 days ago | jdsupra.com | Ary Rosenbaum

UBS has found itself the latest target in the growing wave of ERISA litigation surrounding the handling of forfeitures in 401(k) plans. In Czakoczi v. UBS AG et al., filed in the District of New Jersey, the allegations mirror a familiar tune: that UBS prioritized its own bottom line over the financial best interests of plan participants. Here’s the crux of the matter—one that should make any fiduciary sit up and pay attention.
Top 5 SEC Enforcement Developments for May 2025 | JD Supra

2 days ago | jdsupra.com | Michael Birnbaum |Haimavathi Marlier |Craig Martin

Each month, we publish a roundup of the most important SEC enforcement developments for busy in-house lawyers and compliance professionals.
Blockchain and Digital Assets News and Trends – June 2025 | JD Supra

3 days ago | jdsupra.com | Eric Forni |Michael J. Fluhr |Eric Hall

[co-author: Leila Laoufi]This periodic bulletin is designed to help companies identify important legal developments governing the use and acceptance of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and digital assets. While the use cases for blockchain technology are vast, this bulletin focuses on uses of blockchain and smart contracts in the financial services sector.
SEC Staff Concludes Protocol Staking Activities on Proof-of-Stake Networks Are Not Securities | JD Supra

3 days ago | jdsupra.com | Michael J. Fluhr |Eric Forni |Eric Hall

On May 29, 2025, the Division of Corporation Finance of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a statement clarifying its views on the application of federal securities laws to certain proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain protocol staking activities.