Personal AI agent creation for computing device actions

USPTO published patent application US20260087384A1 for personal AI agent technology enabling automated computing device actions through LLM-based prompts and asynchronous data retrieval. Inventors: Jiachen Yang, Chih-Lun Lee, Hao Liu, Ang Li. Filing date: September 24, 2025.

Secure Federated Learning System for Healthcare Data Management with Privacy Preservation

USPTO published patent application US20260087167A1 for a secure federated learning system enabling healthcare institutions to train machine learning models locally on sensitive data without transferring raw information. The system incorporates AES and RSA encryption, secure aggregation, differential privacy protocols, and automated HIPAA and GDPR compliance monitoring. Filing date was February 14, 2025.

Federated Learning with Backbone Decoder Models

USPTO published patent application US20260087416A1 by Sony Group Corporation covering apparatus and methods for federated learning using a backbone-decoder model architecture. The invention enables servers to distribute decoder components to edge devices for localized training while maintaining backbone model parameters centrally, with aggregated decoder updates returned to the server for model refinement.

Meta-learning with Diverse Tasks for Few-Shot Learning

USPTO published patent application US20260087412A1 by inventors Cresswell et al. covering methods for improving meta-learning models for few-shot learning of unseen tasks through improved task diversity scoring and generation of diverse training tasks using unsupervised analysis of disentangled latent features. Patent applications represent informational publications without creating immediate compliance obligations for third parties.

Single Trajectory Policy Optimization for Generative Machine Learning Models

The USPTO published patent application US20260087409A1 for 'Single Trajectory Policy Optimization for Generative Machine Learning Models' filed by 14 inventors. The application covers methods for training generative ML models by optimizing an objective function based on likelihoods and quality scores of generated data items. Patent applications are informational publications and do not impose regulatory obligations.

Microsoft patent guards multimodal AI from malicious prompt attacks

Microsoft patent guards multimodal AI from malicious prompt attacks

National Partnership Payments 2025-26 Determination

The Australian Treasury has issued a determination under the Federal Financial Relations Act 2009 establishing national partnership payment parameters for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This legislative instrument (F2026L00399) sets out the framework for federal payments to state and territory governments under national partnership arrangements.

Schedule 20 Maximum Residue Limits

The Australian Department of Health published amendments to Schedule 20 of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, updating maximum residue limits (MRLs) for agricultural and veterinary chemicals in food commodities. The legislative instrument F2026C00257 takes effect 10 March 2026, affecting food manufacturers, agricultural producers, and importers who must ensure products comply with revised residue standards.

AML/CTF Class Exemptions - Professional Services and Related Matters

The Australian Department of Home Affairs issued amendments to the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (Class Exemptions and Other Matters) Rules 2007, consolidating amendments to professional services exemptions under subsection 6(5C) of the AML/CTF Act. The instrument updates exemptions from initial customer due diligence for ATM withdrawals, virtual asset wallet transfers, and gift card transactions.

Growth hormone program amendment, 31st Mar

Growth hormone program amendment, 31st Mar

National Health Chemotherapy Funding Amendment

The Australian Department of Health, Disability and Ageing issued Instrument F2026L00404 amending the National Health (Efficient Funding of Chemotherapy) Special Arrangement 2024. This April 2026 update modifies chemotherapy drug schedules and funding arrangements under the National Health Act 1953, affecting reimbursement rates and coverage for cancer treatments.

Fasching Ventures LLC vs Integrative Health affirmed

Fasching Ventures LLC vs Integrative Health affirmed

In re A.Y.Q. - Juvenile Delinquency Affirmed

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the Nobles County District Court's adjudication and disposition in a juvenile delinquency case, upholding findings that appellant A.Y.Q. was guilty of second-degree assault and threats of violence against his sister. The court rejected appellant's sufficiency-of-evidence challenge, finding sufficient evidence to support the district court's findings based on victim testimony, body-worn camera footage, and witness statements. Case No. A25-1529.

Ames Construction Inc. v. City of Moorhead - Construction Contract Dispute

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed summary judgment in favor of the City of Moorhead in a construction contract dispute. The court rejected Ames Construction's argument that the city was liable for an inaccurate geotechnical report included in bid documents, holding that the bid solicitation was not part of the contract documents under the plain language of the contract. The decision clarifies the scope of contract documents in municipal construction projects.

State v. Shaabneh - Firearm Possession Conviction Affirmed

The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed Joseph Daniel Shaabneh's conviction for possession of a firearm by an ineligible person under Minnesota Statute 624.713. The court upheld that his 2008 Colorado felony drug conviction qualified as a crime of violence under Minnesota law, disqualifying him from firearm possession. The court also affirmed the district court's rejection of an entrapment defense.

India's Invisibles Q3 2025-26 data released

India's Invisibles Q3 2025-26 data released

Scheduled Commercial Bank Lending and Deposit Rates - March 2026

The Reserve Bank of India released March 2026 statistical data on scheduled commercial bank lending and deposit rates. The weighted average lending rate on fresh rupee loans declined to 8.44% in February 2026 from 8.49% in January 2026. The weighted average deposit rate on fresh rupee term deposits stood at 5.65%. Two new tables on sector-wise weighted average lending rates for outstanding and fresh rupee loans are being published starting this month.

Monetary Penalty on The Davanagere District Central Co-operative Bank

The Reserve Bank of India imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.50 lakh (₹150,000) on The Davanagere District Central Co-operative Bank Limited, Karnataka for violations of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 and non-compliance with KYC directions. The penalty addresses three specific violations discovered during a statutory inspection conducted by NABARD with reference to the bank's financial position as of March 31, 2025.

RBI Imposes Monetary Penalty on Airtel Payments Bank for Disclosure Non-Compliance

The Reserve Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹31.80 lakh on Airtel Payments Bank Limited for non-compliance with RBI directions on 'Disclosure in Financial Statements'. The penalty was imposed based on supervisory findings from the ISE 2025 inspection regarding the bank's failure to disclose certain complaints in its annual financial statements for FY 2024-25.

Capital Market Exposures Amendment Implementation Deferred to July 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has deferred the effective date of Amendment Directions on Capital Market Exposures by three months from April 1, 2026 to July 1, 2026. The deferral responds to representations from banks and industry associations citing operational and interpretational issues. The amendments include clarifications on acquisition finance (now including mergers), loan caps for individuals against securities, and credit facilities to capital market intermediaries.

Supervisory Data Quality Index for Scheduled Commercial Banks

The Reserve Bank of India has released the Supervisory Data Quality Index (sDQI) for Scheduled Commercial Banks for December 2025. The index measures data quality in terms of Accuracy, Timeliness, Completeness, and Consistency in the submission of supervisory returns. The sDQI assesses adherence to the principles in the Master Direction on Filing of Supervisory Returns 2024.

KonaTel Inc. Form 10-K Late Filing Notification

KonaTel Inc. filed a Form 12b-25 notification with the SEC on March 31, 2026, informing the Commission that its Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, cannot be filed by the prescribed deadline. The company states it is still completing its audited financial statements and expects to file on or before April 15, 2026. The late filing is attributed to the inability to complete the work without unreasonable effort or expense.

NT 10-K Late Filing Notification - DynaResource Inc

DynaResource Inc filed a Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing with the SEC for its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The company cited its transition from an exploration-stage to a production-stage issuer as requiring additional time for auditors to complete procedures and finalize financial statements. Under Rule 12b-25, the company is granted a 15-day extension to file.

IT Tech Packaging Late 10-K Filing Notification

SEC received a Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing from IT Tech Packaging, Inc., a Chinese recycled paper manufacturer (CUSIP 46527C 20 9, SEC File 001-34577). The company cited inability to finalize financial results and disclosure requirements for its Form 10-K covering the period ended December 31, 2025, without unreasonable effort or expense. The filing grants an extension to submit the annual report.

Late Filing Notification - Abpro Holdings Form 10-K

Abpro Holdings, Inc. filed a Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing with the SEC for its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The company cites recent material transactions, governance matters, and Nasdaq compliance issues as reasons why the filing could not be completed without unreasonable effort and expense. The notification invokes the 15-day extension period under Rule 12b-25.

Inception Growth Acquisition Limited - Form 10-K Late Filing Notification

SEC filing notifies that Inception Growth Acquisition Limited was unable to file its Form 10-K for fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 by the March 31, 2026 deadline. The company cites a delay in completing its financial statements and anticipates filing within 15 calendar days of the prescribed due date. No significant change in operations is anticipated.

IRIE MOTE Intent to Use Trademark Application

The USPTO received an Intent to Use trademark application for IRIE MOTE (Serial No. 99731915) on March 29, 2026. The application covers Class 9 goods including home theater systems, remote controls, electronic control devices with touchscreen displays, downloadable software for remote control devices, wireless communication devices, and motion-based pointer devices. This is a routine trademark filing with no immediate regulatory obligations for other parties.

SCULPTEDSINS Trademark Application - Clothing and Fitness Services

USPTO received an Intent to Use trademark application (TM99731660) for SCULPTEDSINS covering clothing (hats, shirts, hooded sweatshirts), entertainment services (adult-themed content website), and fitness/health instructional materials. The application was filed on March 29, 2026.

SWIPESTAKES Trademark Application

USPTO received trademark application TM99731627 for 'SWIPESTAKES' covering downloadable computer application software for phones and other devices, specifically software for gaming and entertainment. The application was filed March 29, 2026, on an Intent to Use basis.

Three Dimensional Marriage Vows - Trademark Application

USPTO received trademark application TM99731599 for "THREE DIMENSIONAL MARRIAGE VOWS" filed March 29, 2026 as an Intent-to-Use application. The mark covers educational materials, downloadable publications, podcasts, coaching services, and online courses in the field of interpersonal and marital relationship counseling and coaching.

Subterra Intent-to-Use Trademark - Mobile Wellness App Software

SUBTERRA filed an Intent-to-Use trademark application (TM99731464) with the USPTO on March 29, 2026, for the word mark 'SUBTERRA' covering downloadable mobile phone application software for guided meditation, mental wellness, and personal development (Nice Class 009). The application establishes priority rights in the mobile wellness software space.

THE CADRE - Downloadable Fiction E-books Trademark Application

The USPTO received a trademark application for THE CADRE (Serial No. 99731893, filed March 29, 2026) covering downloadable fiction e-books on a variety of topics. This is an Intent-to-Use application, indicating the applicant plans to use the mark in commerce but has not yet done so. No opposition period or public comment is associated with this filing at this time.

Filtered Flame Intent-to-Use Trademark Application

USPTO received an intent-to-use trademark application (TM99731875) for FILTERED FLAME covering downloadable mobile applications for social networking, online social networking services, and internet-based dating, social introduction, and social networking services. The application was filed on March 29, 2026.

WTKQSUN Trademark Application

The USPTO received an Intent-to-Use trademark application for WTKQSUN (Serial No. TM99731869) covering Class 009 electronic goods including anti-intrusion alarms, baby monitors, cameras, GPS devices, and rangefinders. The application was filed on March 29, 2026 by WTKQSUN. No compliance actions or deadlines apply to third parties at this stage.

SKIPLET Trademark Application - Game Software

USPTO filed trademark application TM99731845 for SKIPLET in Class 9 (Computing & Electronics) for downloadable game software including video game programs, computer game software, and smartphone game applications. The application claims intent-to-use basis, filed March 29, 2026.

Termitag intent to use, termite activity sensors

Termitag intent to use, termite activity sensors

High Court rules in Atunya v Ministry of Defence

High Court rules in Atunya v Ministry of Defence

Rodiston Ltd v Canik - Loan Recovery

The England and Wales High Court (Commercial Court) issued judgment in favor of Rodiston Limited, a Seychelles-registered company, against defendants Murat Canik and Miral Turizm Insaat Petrol Sanayi Ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi for recovery of principal sums and interest under three loan agreements dated June 2012, February 2013, and August 2013. The defendants failed to appear despite proper service via the Hague Convention. Case No: CL-2018-000766.

Finco International AG v Integra Petrochemicals Europe AG - Contract Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Commercial Court) ruled on 27 March 2026 in a commercial contract dispute between Finco International AG and Integra Petrochemicals Europe AG regarding a 10kt methyl tertbutyl ether (MTBE) cargo contract. The court addressed delivery term modifications from DES ARA to CIF ARA, vessel nomination validity for M/T Aramon, and terminal access disputes. Case No: LM-2025-000007.

Hoarean v Read - Funeral Arrangements Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) issued judgment in Hoarean v Read [2026] EWHC 763 (Ch), a dispute between divorced parents over funeral arrangements and disposition of ashes for their 18-year-old son Theo, who died on 31 August 2024. The mother Julie Hoarean appealed Chief Master Shuman's December 2024 order granting limited letters of administration to father Paul Read for funeral arrangements. The appeal was heard on 23 March 2026 before Mr Justice Rajah.

Bhattacharya v Armstrong - Bankruptcy Property Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) issued a judgment in Bhattacharya v Armstrong confirming the Joint Trustees' entitlement to a freehold property at 100 Redcliffe Gardens, London SW10 9HH that was jointly owned by the Bankrupts prior to their bankruptcies. The court ordered the property to be sold with vacant possession and net proceeds paid to the Trustees for bankruptcy purposes. This decision follows an earlier judgment ([2025] EWHC 597) and a consequentials hearing in March 2025.

Hampshire County Council v A Mother & Ors - Child Care Fact-Finding

Mrs Justice Judd delivered a fact-finding judgment in care proceedings PO25C50093 at Portsmouth Combined Court on 30 March 2026. The court determined whether injuries sustained by a two-and-a-half-year-old child (Z) in March 2025, which proved fatal, were inflicted or accidental. The case involved Hampshire County Council as applicant against a mother and father with two children under care proceedings.

Ksy Juice Blends UK Ltd v Citrosuco GmbH - Contract Price Determination

UK Commercial Court handed down judgment in Ksy Juice Blends UK Ltd v Citrosuco GmbH regarding contract price determination for orange juice pulp wash (Wesos) supply. The court determined remaining issues following the Court of Appeal's reversal of an earlier finding on the 'agreement to agree' doctrine. The case originated from a 2018 supply contract between the parties for three-year period commencing January 2019.

Gordiy v Finadvant Ltd - Share Purchase Agreement Dispute

The England and Wales High Court (Chancery Division) dismissed Ms Gordiy's application to vary or set aside an order requiring her to pay £22,500 to Finadvant Ltd and £22,500 to PNL Fintech BV. The dispute arose from the failure of a Share Purchase Agreement for Rameeta Limited, an FCA-authorised payment institution, which lapsed on 18 February 2023 after Ms Gordiy failed to complete the sale of her shares.

Publication 1099 General Instructions for Information Returns

The IRS has converted the General Instructions for Certain Information Returns (Forms 1096, 1097, 1098, 1099, 3921, 3922, 5498, and W-2G) from standalone instructions to Publication 1099. This is a formatting reorganization that consolidates the instructions into a new publication format. The change affects employers, financial institutions, brokers, and other entities that file information returns for tax year 2026.

SSA Information Collection Request - mySocial Security Security Authentication PIN

The Social Security Administration published a notice requesting public comments on an information collection package for the mySocial Security Security Authentication PIN process (OMB No. 0960-0846, 20 CFR 401.45). The collection supports enhanced identity verification procedures for direct deposit changes. Comments are due April 30, 2026.

New Postal Products

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a notice regarding Postal Service filing under Docket Nos. MC2026-175 and K2026-175 for a negotiated service agreement on the Competitive product list. The notice invites public comments on whether the filing is consistent with policies of title 39 and identifies 39 U.S.C. 3632, 3633, 3642 and 39 CFR parts 3035 and 3041 as applicable requirements.

Clarification of Off-the-Record Procedure Rules

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a final rule amending 39 CFR Parts 3010 and 3012 to clarify permissible informal, off-the-record procedures at prehearing conferences. The rule specifies that prehearing conferences, technical conferences, settlement conferences, and alternative dispute resolution are not considered ex parte communications when proper notice and participation opportunities are provided. The rule takes effect April 30, 2026.

Competitive Postal Products Rate Filing

The Postal Regulatory Commission issued a notice on March 31, 2026 announcing the Postal Service's filing of time-limited rate adjustments for Competitive products. The rate changes are scheduled to take effect April 26, 2026 and revert to current levels on January 17, 2027. Public comments are due April 2, 2026 under Docket No. CP2026-4.

Information Collection Request Comment Notice

CMS published a Federal Register notice announcing a 60-day public comment period on a proposed information collection (CMS-10752) under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The collection relates to Medicare and Medicaid program information gathering. Comments must be received by June 1, 2026.