As EPA works to finalize a new existing chemicals risk evaluation framework rule, pending Fifth Circuit decisions and legislation introduced to amend TSCA could complicate the Agency’s plans.
By Julia A. Hatcher, Tom Lee, and Hunter J. Kendrick
As EPA works to finalize a new existing chemicals risk evaluation framework rule, pending Fifth Circuit decisions and legislation introduced to amend TSCA could complicate the Agency’s plans.
By Julia A. Hatcher, Tom Lee, and Hunter J. Kendrick
The Wholesale Markets Regulatory Priorities report includes over 50 new and previously announced measures that may affect firms with dealing and investment banking permissions.
By Becky Critchley, Nicola Higgs, Rob Moulton, and Charlotte Collins
When the FCA
A recent executive order specifies forthcoming contract language prohibiting federal contractors and subcontractors from engaging in “racially discriminatory” DEI activities.
By Dean W. Baxtresser, Danielle Conley, Kyle R. Jefcoat, Danielle J. McCall, Anne W. Robinson,
The Interpretive Release supersedes prior Staff guidance on cryptoassets, establishing a five-part token taxonomy and formally recognizing that tokens can change their character as investment contracts.
By Jenny Cieplak, Paul M. Dudek, Zachary Fallon, Yvette D. Valdez
The FCA has made a number of changes to the proposed redress scheme in light of feedback received.
By Becky Critchley, Nicola Higgs, Rob Moulton, and Charlotte Collins
Key Points:
Long-awaited study highlights data gaps and stops short of making definitive safety determinations.
By Julia A. Hatcher, Tom Lee, Hunter J. Kendrick, and Meryl E. Bartlett
Key Points:
UK firms should expect heightened FCA attention on Consumer Duty, financial crime, and safeguarding compliance, with continually high standards at the application gateway.
By Brett Carr, Stuart Davis, Gabriel Lakeman, and Christian F. McDermott
On 25 March
The no-action relief permits use of non-custodial wallet software in connection with CFTC-regulated derivatives trading, subject to certain conditions.
By Yvette D. Valdez, Douglas K. Yatter, Adam Bruce Fovent, and Deric Behar
Key Points
Regulators establish a framework for coordinated oversight, joint product guidance, and aligned enforcement, with a particular focus on cryptoassets and emerging financial technologies.
By Marc P. Berger, Zachary Fallon, John J. Sikora Jr., Yvette D. Valdez,
