Patent Application: 7-Cyano-8-Hydroxyquinoline Derivative Medical Use

The USPTO has published a patent application for a 7-cyano-8-hydroxyquinoline derivative, its preparation method, and its medical use in treating infectious diseases or cancer. The application details a compound with potential antibacterial, antiviral, and antitumor activity.

Lamotrigine Salts, Co-crystals, and Compositions Patent Application

The USPTO has published a patent application (US20260083745A1) for lamotrigine oral suspension and its preparation method, filed by Azurity Pharmaceuticals Ireland Limited. The application details a formulation designed to improve the stability and redispersibility of lamotrigine suspensions.

Financial Stability Council Meets to Assess Ghana's Financial Sector

The Bank of Ghana's Financial Stability Council held its first meeting of 2026 to discuss emerging risks in Ghana's financial sector. The meeting focused on regulatory and policy initiatives aimed at safeguarding financial stability.

ASIC Remakes Relief Instrument for Generic Financial Calculators

ASIC has remade the ASIC Corporations (Generic Calculators) Instrument 2026/41, extending relief for providers of generic financial calculators from certain licensing requirements until April 1, 2031. This instrument continues relief previously provided under ASIC Instrument 2016/207, which allows calculators to assist consumers in understanding financial products without requiring an Australian financial services licence with advice authorisation.

PSC Urges Utility Customers to Seek Assistance Before Disconnection Moratorium Ends

The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is urging utility customers with outstanding bills to make payment arrangements or apply for assistance before the winter moratorium on disconnections ends on April 15, 2026. Customers are encouraged to contact their utility or the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) for support.

FMA NZ Speech on Financial Advice Access and Digital Innovation

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) of New Zealand released findings from a review into access to financial advice. The review focused on consumer preferences, business models, digital advice, and ease of provision. The FMA aims to improve access to quality financial advice for New Zealanders.

Idaho Property Tax Benefit for Disabled Veterans

The Idaho State Tax Commission has announced a property tax benefit for disabled veterans, potentially reducing their tax bill by up to $1,500. Eligible veterans must apply by April 15, 2026, and meet specific disability and residency criteria.

AmeriCorps External Reviewer Application Instructions Notice

The Corporation for National and Community Service (AmeriCorps) is seeking public comment on the renewal of an information collection for its External Reviewer Application. This collection is used to select individuals to review grant applications. The current approval expires May 31, 2026.

VA Acquisition Regulation Information Security and Privacy Contract Clauses Notice

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a notice regarding a revision to the collection of information for its Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) contract clauses related to information security and privacy. This revision primarily involves a title change to clarify that multiple clauses are covered under OMB Control No. 2900-0895.

VA Proposes Information Collection for Compliance Inspection Reports

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking public comment on a proposed collection of information for its Compliance Inspection Report (VA Form 26-1839). This notice is part of the process under the Paperwork Reduction Act to extend an existing information collection used by inspectors to report on residential construction conformity with standards for specially adapted housing grants.