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Weekly Sanctions Update: June 22, 2026
The US and Iran have signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding outlining a phased approach to sanctions relief, while the G7 commits to strengthening Russia sanctions and the UK imposes its largest Russia-related civil penalty to date. Meanwhile, China expands its anti-sanctions legal framework and multiple jurisdictions update their sanctions regimes targeting military procurement networks, shadow fleets, and sanctions evasion activities.
Worldwide International
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Steptoe LLP
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Corporate Governance Field Guide
Baker Botts' Corporate Governance Field Guide delivers concise, practical insights on critical issues facing public and private company officers, directors, stockholders, and stakeholders. The series provides actionable perspectives from the firm's Securities Litigation and Corporate Governance teams, covering topics including board communications, Caremark duties, and Delaware and Texas books and records demands. Each installment highlights best practices, emerging risks, and trends shaping today's boardro
United States Commercial
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Baker Botts LLP
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Perpetual Contracts Update: CME Takes CFTC To Court
CME has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the CFTC's approval of Kalshi's bitcoin perpetual contract, raising fundamental questions about whether perpetual contracts should be regulated as futures or swaps. The case centers on allegations that the CFTC violated the Administrative Procedure Act by reversing established policy without adequate explanation, potentially reshaping the regulatory landscape for digital asset derivatives. The outcome will have significant implications for market participants, as
United States Finance
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