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fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 hours ago
Cryptocurrency

Japan Advances Crypto Regulation Overhaul, Aligning Digital Assets With Traditional Financial Market Frameworks

Japan is reshaping crypto regulation by classifying digital assets as financial instruments, enhancing oversight and investor protections.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 22, 2026)

Legal and regulatory uncertainty is shaping markets, business decisions, and global policy in the crypto sector.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 hours ago

Japan Advances Crypto Regulation Overhaul, Aligning Digital Assets With Traditional Financial Market Frameworks

Japan is reshaping crypto regulation by classifying digital assets as financial instruments, enhancing oversight and investor protections.
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

Legal industry is expanding its office footprint, new report finds

For the first time in three years, more law firms are planning to expand their office footprint, rather than contract, according to a new report from commercial real estate brokerage CBRE.
Law
Fundraising
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Here are the 5 most impactful financial freebies every investor should claim

Tax code offers several legal provisions that allow wealth increase and income generation without IRS taxation.
Intellectual property law
fromReadWrite
2 days ago

CFTC lawsuit targets states over prediction markets ban

Federal regulators are suing Arizona, Illinois, and Connecticut to assert authority over event contracts against state regulations labeling them as unlicensed gambling.
#retirement-planning
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

How Top Executives Structure Their 401(k) to Pay Zero Taxes in Retirement

Managing diverse retirement assets is crucial to avoid tax collisions and achieve zero taxes in specific years.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

How a Business Owner With $1.2 Million in a 401(k) Legally Avoids RMDs

Business owners can eliminate required minimum distributions from 401(k) accounts through strategic Roth conversions before age 73.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'If you are using credit cards to take out cash, you need to cut up your card' - money experts share their credit card dos and don'ts

Credit cards can be very dangerous from a financial well-being perspective, if used irresponsibly. The temptation to use one to fund a big holiday or a new sofa that you can't afford can be seriously tempting.
Relationships
#insider-trading
US Elections
fromFortune
2 days ago

Prediction markets have sparked a golden age of insider trading-but the party may be coming to an end | Fortune

Insider trading in prediction markets has surged, raising concerns about unethical betting practices and lack of regulatory oversight.
Law
fromFortune
3 days ago

New top federal enforcer has his sights set on ending insider trading on prediction markets | Fortune

Curbing insider trading on prediction markets is a top priority for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

How to Prevent Insider Trading on Trump's Wars

Anonymous bets on Polymarket predicting a U.S. strike on Iran, placed hours before the attack, generated over $1.2 million in profits, raising concerns about insider trading and the need for prediction market regulation.
US Elections
fromFortune
2 days ago

Prediction markets have sparked a golden age of insider trading-but the party may be coming to an end | Fortune

Insider trading in prediction markets has surged, raising concerns about unethical betting practices and lack of regulatory oversight.
Law
fromFortune
3 days ago

New top federal enforcer has his sights set on ending insider trading on prediction markets | Fortune

Curbing insider trading on prediction markets is a top priority for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

How to Prevent Insider Trading on Trump's Wars

Anonymous bets on Polymarket predicting a U.S. strike on Iran, placed hours before the attack, generated over $1.2 million in profits, raising concerns about insider trading and the need for prediction market regulation.
World news
fromReadWrite
4 days ago

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.com
2 days ago

Citigroup orders home-working as US banks in Paris and Frankfurt tighten security

Citigroup has instructed employees in Paris and Frankfurt to work from home due to heightened security concerns following a thwarted attack on a US bank.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 38 Deals Announced in March 2026

Thirty-eight cybersecurity-related M&A deals were announced in March 2026, including significant acquisitions by Airbus, AppViewX, Cellebrite, and Databricks.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

The AI Arms Race - Why Unified Exposure Management Is Becoming a Boardroom Priority

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with AI enabling faster and more sophisticated attacks, necessitating advanced defensive strategies.
#private-equity
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

What Makes a Perfect LBO Target: These 4 Stocks Fit the Profile Right Now

Private equity firms seek LBO targets with predictable cash flow, depressed valuations, and operational improvement potential.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

NYU Stern Report Urges Regulation of Private Equity in Healthcare - MedCity News

Private equity ownership of healthcare facilities has led to hospital closures, reduced staffing, and compromised services, highlighting the need for regulation.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Proposal would ease path for riskier 401(k) investments

The Biden administration's cautious approach contrasts with the Trump administration's support for incorporating private equity in retirement plans.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

What Makes a Perfect LBO Target: These 4 Stocks Fit the Profile Right Now

Private equity firms seek LBO targets with predictable cash flow, depressed valuations, and operational improvement potential.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

NYU Stern Report Urges Regulation of Private Equity in Healthcare - MedCity News

Private equity ownership of healthcare facilities has led to hospital closures, reduced staffing, and compromised services, highlighting the need for regulation.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Proposal would ease path for riskier 401(k) investments

The Biden administration's cautious approach contrasts with the Trump administration's support for incorporating private equity in retirement plans.
#prediction-markets
US politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

How prediction markets landed in Congress' crosshairs

Debate centers on regulation and taxation of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, with bipartisan interest in addressing insider trading.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
2 days ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
Intellectual property law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

CFTC and DOJ Sue 3 States as Jurisdiction Battle Raises Stakes for Prediction Markets

Federal authorities are asserting exclusive jurisdiction over prediction markets, challenging state regulations to ensure a unified framework for derivatives oversight.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

With boom in prediction markets, some lawmakers worry about how to police themselves

Prediction market bets on geopolitical events lack regulatory oversight, enabling potential insider trading by government officials without financial disclosure requirements.
Law
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Traders flocked to prediction markets-now a criminal case is testing the model

Arizona filed criminal charges against Kalshi, a prediction market platform, for operating an illegal gambling business and allowing bets on political races, despite the platform being federally legal as a financial trading platform.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

How prediction markets landed in Congress' crosshairs

Debate centers on regulation and taxation of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, with bipartisan interest in addressing insider trading.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
2 days ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
Intellectual property law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

CFTC and DOJ Sue 3 States as Jurisdiction Battle Raises Stakes for Prediction Markets

Federal authorities are asserting exclusive jurisdiction over prediction markets, challenging state regulations to ensure a unified framework for derivatives oversight.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

With boom in prediction markets, some lawmakers worry about how to police themselves

Prediction market bets on geopolitical events lack regulatory oversight, enabling potential insider trading by government officials without financial disclosure requirements.
Law
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Traders flocked to prediction markets-now a criminal case is testing the model

Arizona filed criminal charges against Kalshi, a prediction market platform, for operating an illegal gambling business and allowing bets on political races, despite the platform being federally legal as a financial trading platform.
EU data protection
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 days ago

Australia Passes Landmark Crypto Law, Mandates Licensing For Exchanges And Custodians

Australia has established a comprehensive digital asset framework requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain financial services licenses.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

My Company Operates in Five Countries. Here's Some Important Considerations Before Expanding Internationally

International expansion requires adaptation to new legal and cultural systems, not just demand and compliance.
#international-hiring
European startups
fromTNW | China
5 days ago

Chinese tech companies pivot to Hong Kong as US and EU barriers tighten

Mainland Chinese companies increasingly use Hong Kong for IPOs, reflecting a shift in capital raising strategies amid geopolitical tensions.
Poker
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

NFL asks prediction markets to stop manipulable trading

The NFL requested prediction market operators to avoid trades on easily manipulated events to protect game integrity and prevent unfair allegations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Retiring Partners Should Relinquish Prized Offices - Above the Law

Retiring partners often give up prime offices to accommodate rising lawyers, despite potential disputes over office locations and sizes.
#cftc
Intellectual property law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Prediction Market Showdown: CFTC and DOJ Challenge Illinois State Gambling Authority in Federal Court

The CFTC filed a lawsuit against Illinois officials, asserting exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets, challenging state gambling laws.
Law
fromEngadget
2 days ago

CFTC sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets

CFTC is suing states for attempting to regulate prediction markets, asserting its exclusive jurisdiction over these financial instruments.
Intellectual property law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Prediction Market Showdown: CFTC and DOJ Challenge Illinois State Gambling Authority in Federal Court

The CFTC filed a lawsuit against Illinois officials, asserting exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets, challenging state gambling laws.
Law
fromEngadget
2 days ago

CFTC sues three states for trying to regulate prediction markets

CFTC is suing states for attempting to regulate prediction markets, asserting its exclusive jurisdiction over these financial instruments.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

The 401(k) Move Executives Make Every December to Shield Their Bonus From Taxes

Most employer 401(k) plans allow mid-year changes to the deferral election percentage. Before the bonus pay period, raise the deferral rate high enough to funnel as much of the bonus as possible into the 401(k), up to the annual limit.
Retirement
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.
fromReadWrite
1 week ago

Kalshi tightens rules banning insider trading on certain markets

Kalshi is launching new technological guardrails that preemptively block politicians, athletes, and other relevant people from trading in certain politics and sports markets.
SF politics
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

New York-based Esquire Bank expands legal portfolio into the Midwest with Signature Bank acquisition | amNewYork

Esquire Bank acquires Signature Bank for $348.4 million, expanding its portfolio and resources in the Midwest litigation market.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

US Treasury Seeks Industry Input as Stablecoin Regulation Enters Federal Rulemaking Phase

U.S. Treasury proposes new stablecoin regulation framework under the GENIUS Act, seeking public input on state and federal oversight alignment.
NYC real estate
fromThe Daily Upside
2 weeks ago

How Advisors Are Finding Opportunities in Private Real Estate Right Now

Commercial real estate values remain 17% below 2022 peaks due to pandemic office vacancies and interest rate increases, presenting potential buying opportunities despite sector skepticism and illiquidity concerns.
Healthcare
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Why Liability Insurance No Longer Works the Way You Think - and What CEOs Must Do About It

Liability insurance has shifted to a shareholder-driven system, requiring leaders to manage claims proactively to avoid costly surprises.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Don't Let New Regulations Overwhelm You - Take Control in 30 Days or Less

Regulatory compliance failures typically result from poor internal organizational response rather than the rules themselves, and treating each new regulation as a structured 30-day operational project with clear ownership prevents chaos and ensures consistent execution.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

New ETF Filing Targets Bitcoin Treasury Companies With Strategy Inc at Center

Rising demand for bitcoin-linked income is driving new ETF strategies, including the proposed T-Strive Digital Credit ETF targeting yield through bitcoin treasury companies.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

With Two Companies Dictating Everything, IHE Is Riskier Than Most Investors Realize

The ETF holds 50 positions, but the top two dominate in a way that makes the rest almost incidental. Johnson & Johnson carries a 25.4% weight, and Eli Lilly and Company sits at 21.4%. Together they account for roughly 46.8% of the entire fund.
Business
#401k
Intellectual property law
fromAxios
4 days ago

Private equity's next step into 401(k)s

The final rule emphasizes a rules-based framework for 401(k) investments without endorsing specific asset classes like private equity or crypto.
Law
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

What Corporate Lawyers Know About 401(k)s That Most Investors Don't

Understanding your 401(k) fee disclosure is crucial for managing retirement assets effectively.
Intellectual property law
fromAxios
4 days ago

Private equity's next step into 401(k)s

The final rule emphasizes a rules-based framework for 401(k) investments without endorsing specific asset classes like private equity or crypto.
Law
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

What Corporate Lawyers Know About 401(k)s That Most Investors Don't

Understanding your 401(k) fee disclosure is crucial for managing retirement assets effectively.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Reducing risk: Why logging, protection, and review matter

Application logs are critical cybersecurity safeguards that provide visibility into system behavior, enabling early detection of security threats and operational issues in real estate and mortgage lending organizations.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Private credit didn't fix middle-market CRE. It delayed a reckoning

Private credit's market expansion masked fundamental inefficiencies in commercial real estate lending that now surface as refinancing accelerates in a higher-rate environment.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

ALTA renews TrustLink as Elite Provider for 2026

The ALTA Elite Provider Program recognizes service providers that demonstrate a strong commitment to supporting the title insurance industry and the professionals who serve consumers every day, ALTA CEO Chris Morton said in the announcement.
Law
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
2 weeks ago

Boards Often Misunderstand What Stock Buybacks Really Cost

Share buybacks are often misunderstood as capital returns when they primarily offset dilution from stock-based compensation rather than representing true shareholder payouts.
fromPatently-O
5 days ago

Disclosed but Still Secret? The Federal Circuit Weighs Patent Publications Against Trade Secret Claims

The technology at issue is a subcutaneous cosmetic penile implant, a silicone sleeve placed between the skin and 'Buck's fascia' to enhance girth and length.
Intellectual property law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

FinCEN's anti-money laundering rule struck down now what?

FinCEN clearly has the authority to regulate persons involved in real estate transactions, requiring them to establish a BSA compliance program and file suspicious activity reports.
Law
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Long-term capital is shaping modern business strategies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Family offices provide patient capital and strategic support for long-term business growth, prioritizing stability and multi-generational wealth preservation over short-term returns.
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

How one firm is helping emerging hedge funds launch with hundreds of millions and virtually no staff

Lean hedge fund launches are accelerating through SMA capital, advanced technology, and outsourced operations, enabling portfolio managers to start with minimal staff.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

BigLaw's share of litigation funding dropped in 2025

BigLaw's use of third-party litigation funding decreased by 10% in 2025 despite increased capital commitments from funders.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

As Litigation Finance Grows, Law Students Have Opportunity To Get In On It Early - Above the Law

Law schools increasingly recognize litigation finance as essential knowledge, with programs like Certum Group's fellowship providing hands-on experience in how capital funds complex litigation.
US politics
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Database to explore conflicts of interest through financial disclosures

ProPublica created a searchable database of financial disclosure documents from the president and 1,573 executive branch appointees, revealing their assets, outside positions, and compensation.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Avoid These Tax Pitfalls When Expanding Your Startup Overseas

U.S. entrepreneurs expanding internationally must plan early and obtain expert advice to avoid unexpected tax obligations, compliance requirements, and permanent establishment issues in foreign countries.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Smart businesses don't adapt to crony capitalism

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth took the unprecedented step of designating a U.S. firm-Anthropic-as a supply chain risk. Anthropic's crime? It refused to violate industry-wide protocols against using AI for mass surveillance or autonomous weapons. Hegseth's designation, which has until now been reserved for foreign firms, bars U.S. military contractors from doing business with the company.
US politics
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How to Manage Investor Expectations After Fundraising

Consistent, transparent post-investment communication sustains investor trust and engagement more effectively than the initial fundraising process itself.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Half of Global Market Cap Lives Outside the U.S. and BKIE Costs Almost Nothing to Own It

BKIE offers ultra-low-cost exposure to developed international markets at 4 basis points annually, with consistent outperformance versus EFA driven by fee savings over multiple time horizons.
Law
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
3 weeks ago

Legal Groups Push for Mandatory Disclosure of Litigation Funders

Third-party litigation funders must disclose their involvement in federal civil cases through a proposed amendment to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(a)(1)(A) to establish uniform disclosure requirements across inconsistent federal courts.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Global Biglaw Shakeup: Top Firm Eyes Unified Profit Pool - Above the Law

DLA Piper is abandoning its Swiss verein structure to adopt a single global profit pool, unifying U.S. and non-U.S. partnerships financially for the first time and signaling potential industry-wide structural changes.
#employment-rights-act-2025
#tariffs
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What If Tariffs Go Away - Or Don't? How You Can Protect Your Bottom Line With Contract Intelligence - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

What If Tariffs Go Away - Or Don't? How You Can Protect Your Bottom Line With Contract Intelligence - Above the Law

from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Cross-Border Specialist Posts 25% Growth but Its Platform Rival Delivers Better Returns

Global-E posted $220.8 million in revenue, up 25.5% year-over-year, with gross margins at 45.1%. The company generated $13.2 million in net income, but profit margin remained razor-thin at 0.83%. Operating margin reached 7.7%, showing the business model works operationally, but capital efficiency remains a problem. Return on equity sits at just 0.81%, meaning the company barely generates returns on deployed capital. That's the core issue Wall Street keeps circling back to.
E-Commerce
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Job Of The Month: Senior Attorney For Fossil Fuels - Above the Law

Earthjustice seeks a Senior Attorney to join the Fossil Fuels Program. We use the power of the law to challenge the onslaught of new oil and gas infrastructure development that threatens climate, communities, and the environment. This position will focus on oil and gas infrastructure and related projects in the U.S. Gulf region, particularly Louisiana and Texas. The attorney in this position will be place-based in the New Orleans' satellite office space shared
Environment
Media industry
fromDigiday
2 months ago

'The net is tightening' on AI scraping: Annotated Q&A with Financial Times' head of global public policy and platform strategy

Publishers are tightening defenses and pursuing B2B AI licensing as 2026 may shift tech companies toward licensing to reduce legal risk.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Role of Legal Tech in Enhancing Transparency for In-House Counsel and External Firms

Legal technology, especially contract management and document automation, increases operational efficiency and transparency, improving communication and trust between in-house counsel and external law firms.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

How private equity accounting software simplifies UK fund and SPV accounting - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Private equity firms operating in the UK face a uniquely complex accounting landscape. Between fund structures, special purpose vehicles (SPVs), regulatory requirements and investor reporting, financial management can quickly become overwhelming. For many firms, legacy systems and spreadsheets are no longer sufficient to support the level of accuracy, transparency and efficiency required. As a result, an increasing number of UK firms are turning to dedicated private equity accounting software to simplify fund and SPV accounting while improving control and compliance.
Software development
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBloomberglaw
2 months ago

Successful Brand Sponsorships Require Collaboration With Legal

Careful planning of content distribution, rights clearance, and cross-functional alignment is essential to maximize and future-proof brand sponsorship investments.
Fundraising
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

The rise of private equity allocations and the implications for fund managers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Large private-market deals increasingly involve co-investments across sizes, with sovereign wealth funds and family offices boosting private equity allocations, changing execution and opportunities for managers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How to Comply with FinCEN Without Break Your Operations (or Budget)

FinCEN's Residential Real Estate Rule, effective March 1, 2026, requires title and escrow teams to file file-by-file AML reports and embed compliance into core workflows.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Do you really know what 'agent' means? If not, you're putting your company at risk

The term 'AI agent' has been stretched to include many different systems, creating confusion that distorts public debate and hinders enterprise adoption and strategy.
Fundraising
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Why the Wrong Investor Is More Dangerous Than Running Out of Cash

Taking capital without alignment on values, trust, timing, and working style creates long-term friction that outweighs short-term relief.
#ma
Business
fromForbes
2 months ago

Is Overseas Banking A Good Idea? Here Are The Pros And Cons

Overseas banking provides digital, transparent means of diversifying assets and hedging against domestic economic instability for global entrepreneurs, nomads, and cautious investors.
Business
fromInstitutionalinvestor
1 month ago

Is the Family Office Chief the Most Coveted Job in Investing?

Family office leadership roles are rare, highly sought, and offer intellectual variety, close principal relationships, and better work-life balance than traditional finance jobs.
Business
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

How Your M&A Deal Could Go Sideways Even After Closing

Clear, specific working capital definitions, aligned incentives, and neutral arbitration prevent costly post-closing disputes and preserve relationships.
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
2 months ago

Where to Look for Ethical Risk Inside a Company

Unchecked integrity gaps—overlooked conflicts of interest, offensive behavior, or aggressive sales practices—can escalate into severe reputational and financial harm.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Huge Merger Causing A Lot Of Separation - See Also - Above the Law

Major legal institutions face retention, reputational, recruitment, accountability, and free-speech challenges across firms, courts, DOJ, and law schools.
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