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Illinois Enacts AI Safety Law, Becoming First State To Mandate Independent Third-Party Audits Of Frontier AI Developers
Illinois has become the third state to regulate large AI developers, following California and New York, by enacting the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act. The new law imposes transparency, safety, and reporting obligations on frontier AI developers, while uniquely requiring annual independent audits of compliance. With enforcement beginning in 2027 and audit requirements taking effect in 2028, developers must now navigate an increasingly complex patchwork of state-specific AI regulations.
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Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
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Old Rules, New Tools: N.D. Cal. Applies Traditional TAR Principles To Generative AI Discovery
A recent Northern District of California decision provides crucial guidance on using generative AI tools in legal discovery, establishing that courts will treat AI-powered document review as a form of traditional Technology Assisted Review rather than a novel discovery category. The ruling addresses key questions about pre-filtering documents with search terms and the extent to which parties must disclose AI review metrics to opposing counsel.
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WilmerHale
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Applicants Race To Secure National Bank Charters
Matthew Bisanz of Mayer Brown discusses the growing interest in national bank charters among cryptocurrency and digital asset companies, as well as marketplace lenders seeking industrial loan charters. The application process typically spans 18-24 months from conditional to final approval, with recent legislation appearing to target traditional de novo bank formation rather than fintech charter applications.
United States Finance
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Mayer Brown
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The Owner’s Playbook: Delivering The Next Generation Of Sports District Mega-Projects
Ankura's Featured Insights page showcases the firm's latest thought leadership across restructuring, sports infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, joint ventures, and financial operations. The collection spans critical analysis of Australian insolvency data, emerging AI-powered cyber attacks, and strategic guidance for navigating complex commercial conflicts and value creation in high-growth environments.
United States Strategy
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Ankura Consulting Group LLC
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Special Edition Of The Fastest 5 Minutes: Suspension Of CMMC Phase II Requirements (Podcast)
The Pentagon has suspended Phase II requirements for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and launched a 60-day review through the CMMC Reform Task Force. This special edition podcast examines the implications of this significant policy shift for defense contractors and government contracts professionals navigating cybersecurity compliance requirements.
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Crowell & Moring LLP
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Illinois Enacts AI Safety Law, Becoming First State To Mandate Independent Third-Party Audits Of Frontier AI Developers
Illinois has become the third state to regulate large AI developers, following California and New York, by enacting the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act. The new law imposes transparency, safety, and reporting obligations on frontier AI developers, while uniquely requiring annual independent audits of compliance. With enforcement beginning in 2027 and audit requirements taking effect in 2028, developers must now navigate an increasingly complex patchwork of state-specific AI regulations.
United States Technology
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Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom
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Fighting Fire With Innovation: The Patent Race Behind Wildfire Drones
As wildfire seasons intensify and spread across greater distances, innovative drone technologies are emerging as crucial tools in early detection and fire suppression. Patent filings reveal how unmanned aerial vehicles equipped with specialized cameras and ignition systems are revolutionizing wildfire management, offering safer and more efficient alternatives to traditional firefighting methods.
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Lerner David
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Intelligence Piracy: Anthropic Agrees To US$1.5 Billion Copyright Settlement In Landmark AI Case
Anthropic has reached a US$1.5 billion settlement with authors whose copyrighted books were allegedly used without permission to train its Claude AI models. The court distinguished between AI training as potentially fair use and the acquisition of pirated materials as copyright infringement, with over 91% of eligible rights holders submitting claims for compensation averaging US$3,000 per work.
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Rouse
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Observations And Key Themes From The International Hotel Investment Forum EMEA 2026
The 2026 International Hotel Investment Forum EMEA revealed critical challenges facing the hospitality industry, from geopolitical tensions affecting Middle East markets to yield compression threatening profitability. Industry leaders grappled with how artificial intelligence will reshape booking channels and operations while maintaining the human touch that defines hospitality.
United States Media & IT
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Mayer Brown
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