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The US Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls has published a proposed rule that would make significant changes to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the United States Munitions List.

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New York's Trapped at Work Act will restrict certain “stay-or-pay” repayment arrangements and limit the use of employment promissory notes as a condition of employment.

This alert provides an overview of the Act and its key provisions.

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Norman Leon and Bethany Appleby examine the potential enforceability of post-termination and post-expiration noncompetes involving California franchisees following recent court decisions.

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#Franchising #Noncompetes #Litigation

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#California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed AB 2116, which introduces phased licensing requirements for commercial financing providers and #brokers, with enforceability and operating restrictions taking effect in 2028.

Learn more in our alert: https://t.co/qRhYwvotjN

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DLA Piper advised Sensible Biotechnologies, a developer of a first-of-its-kind integrated platform for the design, optimization and cell-based manufacturing of naturally modified mRNA, on its Series A financing led by Oxford Science Enterprises.

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Our latest issue of Intellectual Property News explores key developments in franchise noncompetes, patent marking requirements for settlement licenses, and inherent trademark strength in likelihood-of-confusion disputes.

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DLA Piper is proud to recognize the recipients of our 2026 Americas Pro Bono Awards.

This year's honorees have worked to expand access to justice for individuals and families, support immigrants and asylum seekers, and advocate for vulnerable children. Their work has also focused on environmental and sustainability initiatives, strengthening nonprofit organizations, protecting wildlife conservation efforts, and helping communities access critical public benefits.

DLA Piper is also pleased to present its inaugural Pro Bono Lifetime Achievement Award to Of Counsel Kenneth Schmetterer. Throughout his career, Ken has dedicated substantial time to matters involving prisoners' rights, reentry, youth defense, clemency, civil rights, and education equality. His commitment to service, mentorship, and access to justice has created lasting impact.

Please join us in congratulating this year’s award recipients. Learn more about our pro bono work: https://t.co/h7Wfl0WLHT

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DLA Piper advised Keystone Capital Management, LP and VDA in the completed sale of VDA to funds managed by Warren Equity Partners, LP.

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DLA Piper advised Homeward, a leader in cash-backed real estate financing solutions, on its US$120 million Series D equity financing round.

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DLA Piper advised IntraBio Inc. in connection with its entry into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Shionogi Inc., a subsidiary of Shionogi & Co., Ltd., in a transaction that includes US$2 billion in upfront cash consideration.

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The DOJ's new Corporate Enforcement Directive (26-12) directs prosecutors to prioritize alleged fraud involving #Healthcare, #GovernmentContracts, #Tax, and #InternationalTrade.

Read our alert: https://t.co/OudC8jWa1C

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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 690 into law, amending the California Invasion of Privacy Act and removing the private right of action for Section 638.51 claims.

Read more: https://t.co/reLpE1FYMw

#DataPrivacy #CIPA

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A US federal court recently confirmed a foreign arbitral award of approximately $350 million against the Republic of #Georgia under the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards.

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#InternationalArbitration

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DLA Piper advised EliseAI on its US$350 million capital raise at a US$4 billion valuation.

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DLA Piper has once again earned the highest recognition in BTI Consulting Group’s Litigation Outlook report, earning Powerhouse status in cybersecurity, product liability, complex commercial, commercial, and generative AI litigation.

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In this week’s #FoodAndBeverageNewsAndTrends: #Allulose claims emerge as a new trend in #ConsumerLitigation, the White House reportedly blocks major MAHA food policy actions, FDA releases 2026 Food Code, and more.

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DLA Piper's Defense Technologies Summer Series explored the evolving landscape for collaborative combat aircraft (CCA) as the US Department of Defense advances autonomy and next-generation capabilities.

The discussion covered opportunities for defense technology companies, procurement and contracting pathways, and the legal, regulatory, and policy considerations shaping AI-enabled systems.

Watch the webinar recording for key insights on navigating this rapidly evolving sector: https://t.co/NLX256ffXl

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In Trinidad v. OpenAI, a federal court dismissed a trade secret claim based on information shared through a public AI tool. Our alert examines the decision and highlights key considerations for organizations using AI in their operations.

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September’s #Horizon is out. https://t.co/vS9v6M53mp

In our #sustainability bulletin:
•Appeal filed in NAW v. Feldon
•#EU proposes sustainability rating for #DataCenters
•#SEC seeks #ISS client records in #ESG probe

#EPR #slavery #CBAM #ESRS #ClimateLitigation #ZEVs #greenwashing #ECGT #EPA

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DLA Piper advised Rivonia Road Capital on a US$150 million credit facility for Metycle, a global supplier of secondary copper and aluminum.

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