Investment treaties are entering a new era. Our latest post explores how a new treaty recalibrates access to arbitration, narrows certain investor protections, and reforms investor-State dispute settlement (ISDS) proceedings. Learn more: wilmerhale.law/4yLzRZp #ISDS #InvestmentArbitration

The India-Israel BIT: Evolution, Revolution or Recalibration?

The 2026 India-Israel Bilateral Investment Treaty (“BIT”) is India's first BIT with an OECD member since it overhauled its treaties between 2015-2017, marking a significant development in international investment treaty practice.

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As AI data center demand accelerates, companies face a shifting landscape. Join us on October 7 for a webinar on the legal, regulatory and political forces shaping this growth—and the practical takeaways for companies navigating it. Learn more and register: wilmerhale.law/3V8NhAq

California climate disclosure rules shifted again. CARB pushed back the first GHG reporting deadline, confirmed Scope 3 isn’t required for 2026, and eased Scope 1 and 2 reporting. SB 261 climate risk reporting stays on hold pending Ninth Circuit litigation. More here: wilmerhale.law/4dN8Nkv #ESG

Climate Disclosure Update: California Issues Updated Regulations and Guidance for GHG Emissions Reporting

On July 27, 2026, the California Air Resources Board released modifications to its proposed regulation implementing California’s corporate greenhouse gas emissions reporting requirements under the Cli...

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A new SEC proposal could bring major changes to the shareholder proposal process and the broader proxy framework. The latest "Keeping Current: Disclosure and Governance Developments" post examines what the proposal could mean for public companies going forward: wilmerhale.law/4y5l4sS

SEC Proposes Rescission of Shareholder Proposal Rule and Other Proxy Modernization Amendments

SEC proposes sweeping proxy rule changes, including eliminating Rule 14a-8 and streamlining proxy solicitation and disclosure requirements.

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The English Court of Appeal just recognized arbitration as a valid venue for resolving global (F)RAND disputes—but only when the SEP owner proposes it. WilmerHale examines what Acer & ASUS v. Nokia means for licensing strategy on both sides: wilmerhale.law/4itvsWk #FRAND #SEP

English Court of Appeal Approves Choice of Arbitration as Global (F)RAND Venue for SEP Licensing Disputes When Made by SEP Owners

The English Court of Appeal has endorsed arbitration as an acceptable means of dispute resolution for resolving global (F)RAND disputes, where arbitration is sought by the standard-essential patent ow...

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What happens if the SEC eliminates the federal pay-to-play rule? Our latest client alert examines the proposal, what it could mean for investment advisers and key considerations while the rule-making process remains ongoing. wilmerhale.law/4xVX8Ip #SEC #InvestmentAdvisers

SEC Proposes Rescinding Investment Adviser Pay-to-Play Rule, but Compliance Risks Remain

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Trade secret law keeps shifting. The latest edition of Readily Ascertainable covers key decisions on what plaintiffs must prove, how trade secrets must be identified, and how far the DTSA reaches beyond US borders. https://wilmerhale.law/4cFy6EI #TradeSecrets #IntellectualProperty #TradeSecretLaw

Readily Ascertainable—WilmerHale's Trade Secret Bulletin: July 2026

Welcome to WilmerHale’s bulletin on recent trade secret case law and relevant news items. We’ve affectionately nicknamed it “Readily Ascertainable” because, unlike a trade secret, it should be easy t...

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A new IRS proposal could revoke federal tax-exempt status for certain 501(c)(3) schools found to discriminate based on race, color, or national/ethnic origin. Our latest client alert breaks down the proposal, its potential impact and key dates: https://wilmerhale.law/4ys3v5S #Nonprofits #HigherEd

IRS Proposed Regulation on Tax-Exempt Schools and Other Nonprofits' Diversity Initiatives

On September 3, the Treasury Department and the IRS issued a proposed regulation to end federal tax-exempt status for private schools that have policies or practices found to discriminate on the basis...

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The latest Federal Circuit Patent Watch examines recent precedential decisions affecting prior art, IPR proceedings, design patent infringement and preliminary injunction standards. Read WilmerHale's analysis: wilmerhale.law/4qMNoxm

Federal Circuit Patent Watch

Read a compilation of summaries and corresponding links to recent precedential opinions issued by the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

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The SEC is proposing a significant new regulatory framework for crypto assets, and the details could affect how crypto companies raise capital, operate, and comply with securities laws. @wilmerhale.bsky.social lawyers explain what this means for market participants. wilmerhale.law/3SEAAfQ

A Step Towards Clarity: SEC Proposes Regulation Crypto Assets

On August 18, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC or Commission) proposed Regulation Crypto Assets, which would establish a regulatory framework for offerings of certain investment contracts involving crypto assets (Covered Investment Cont...

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What could a shift in the congressional balance of power mean for corporate oversight? In a recent interview with POLITICO, WilmerHale Partner Alyssa DaCunha discusses how executive privilege and congressional investigations can create complex challenges for companies. wilmerhale.law/4gLYM7Q

A recent $541.5 million DOJ settlement signals continued False Claims Act scrutiny of Medicare Advantage risk adjustment practices and provider risk-sharing arrangements. @wilmerhale.bsky.social lawyers examine key takeaways and considerations for healthcare organizations. wilmerhale.law/4clutUn

Recent DOJ Settlements Highlight False Claims Act Scrutiny of Medicare Advantage Providers

In recent weeks, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced three settlements of False Claims Act (FCA) matters--including a $541.5 million settlement just last week-- against healthcare providers partnering with Medicare Advantage plans for all...

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An FTC proposed enforcement policy statement puts personalized pricing on notice: disclose that a price is personalized, why, and what data drives it—or risk a Section 5 claim. Our blog unpacks what companies should do before the comment deadline. wilmerhale.law/4xlfa6o #FTC #PersonalizedPricing

FTC Issues Proposed Policy Statement on Personalized Pricing

FTC scrutiny of personalized pricing is increasing, prompting companies to strengthen disclosures, data practices and pricing transparency.

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When does a provisional application count for prior art purposes under the America Invents Act? A recent Federal Circuit decision offers important guidance. Our latest Patent Watch also covers design patent infringement & preliminary injunction standards. More here: https://wilmerhale.law/46t1Wsq

In our latest Privacy and Cybersecurity Law blog post, @kirkjnahra.bsky.social and team explain why the Seventh Circuit concluded that text messages are not "telephone calls" and what the ruling could mean for #TCPA litigation and compliance programs going forward. wilmerhale.law/4gk8PlF

Seventh Circuit Rules that Text Messages are not Telephone Calls Under TCPA's Private Right of Action

The Seventh Circuit's decision in Steidinger v. Blackstone Medical Services held that text messages are not “telephone calls” under the TCPA's private right of action for do-not-call violations, creating a potentially significant defense for businesses ...

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It just got riskier—and pricier—to be a data broker in California. The CPPA brought its first-ever enforcement actions under the Delete Act and hiked the registration fee to $9,500. @kirkjnahra.bsky.social, @wilmerhale.bsky.social lawyers share what companies need to know: wilmerhale.law/4xVAPlK

California Data Broker Updates

California is raising the stakes through its continuing enforcement activities involving data brokers.

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The SEC has shifted its approach to shareholder proposals, and it could reshape the upcoming proxy season. Division of Corporation Finance staff will no longer weigh in on requests to exclude proposals from proxy materials. Read what public companies need to know: wilmerhale.law/4bPchlO

SEC Announces Withdrawal From Rule 14a-8 Shareholder Proposal Process

SEC staff will no longer respond to Rule 14a-8 no-action requests, though companies must still notify the SEC when excluding proposals.

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Connecticut has significantly expanded the reach of its data privacy law, introducing new requirements related to data sales, geolocation data and data broker registration. kirkjnahra.bsky.social, @wilmerhale.bsky.social attorneys explore changes in this recent blog: http://wilmerhale.law/4w9ss4F

Connecticut Amends Its Data Privacy Act to Increase Data Protections

Amendments to Connecticut’s comprehensive privacy law, the Data Privacy Act (“CTDPA”), recently took effect through Senate Bill 1295 (“SB 1295”), which expands the applicability of the CTDPA to entiti...

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Privacy risks are evolving alongside technology. Partner Kirk Nahra (kirkjnahra.bsky.social) discussed the regulatory trends, emerging technologies and compliance challenges at HCCA's Thinking About Healthcare Privacy in 2026 program. Learn more: wilmerhale.law/4pMXXzZ #HCCA #HealthCarePrivacy

As healthcare tech advances, Partner Kirk Nahra joined Practising Law Institute (PLI) to explore why many organizations struggle to align innovation with an increasingly complex healthcare privacy landscape. Learn more: wilmerhale.law/4wVF5AZ #HealthTech #DataPrivacy