USPTO Intent to Use Trademark Application - Rinse Dental

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for 'Rinse Dental' filed on August 12, 2025. The application pertains to dentistry services and is identified by application number TM99333900.

USPTO Trademark Application for Cosmetic Services

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for the mark TIIGRIS, filed on August 12, 2025. The application covers various cosmetic and medical camouflaging services. This filing indicates a potential new market entrant for these specialized services.

Revolution Medicines Trademark Renewal

The USPTO has renewed the trademark 'Revolution Medicines' (TM98222647) for pharmaceutical preparations and related services. The renewal is effective March 25, 2026, and covers services including drug discovery and providing medical information online.

DOVESONG RETREAT Trademark Application for Memory Care Services

The USPTO has received an intent-to-use trademark application for "DOVESONG RETREAT" for memory care and assisted living services. The application was filed on August 14, 2025, with an intended use date of March 24, 2026.

Jeton Bank Limited Falsely Claims Guernsey License

The Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) issued a warning regarding Jeton Bank Limited, which is registered in the Commonwealth of Dominica but falsely claims to be licensed in Guernsey. The GFSC states Jeton Bank has never been licensed in Guernsey and urges anyone who dealt with the entity believing it was licensed to contact the commission.

Sanctions Notice - Global Human Rights Designations

The Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) has issued a sanctions notice adding individuals and entities to the Global Human Rights Sanctions Regulations 2020 list. These designations impose restrictions on the listed parties.

EU e-Evidence Package: Provider Data Sharing Obligations

The EU e-Evidence Package, effective in 2026, mandates that certain service providers must share user data with law enforcement upon legal request. Providers offering electronic communications, internet domain, or other information society services must register a designated establishment or legal representative within the EU.

Operation Encompass: Information Sharing for Child Protection

The Irish Department of Justice is progressing Operation Encompass, a new initiative for information sharing between An Garda Síochána and schools to protect children impacted by domestic violence. This initiative involves notifying schools within 24 hours of a domestic violence incident at a child's home to enable immediate support.

Ireland Strengthens Suspicious Air Travel Pattern Detection

The Irish Department of Justice has amended the Criminal Law and Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026 to enhance the detection of suspicious air travel patterns. These amendments align Ireland's Passenger Name Record (PNR) regime with an EU Court of Justice judgment, extending data processing to flights within the EU and strengthening controls on PNR data usage for identifying criminals and terrorists.

Expression of Interest: Irish member on Council of Europe's ECRI

The Irish Department of Justice is seeking expressions of interest for an Irish member to serve on the Council of Europe's European Commission against Racism and Intolerance (ECRI). The position is for a five-year term commencing in summer 2026, with a closing date for applications on April 17, 2026.

DEA Bans Bromazolam Nationwide

The DEA has added bromazolam, also known as 'Designer Xanax,' to the federal schedule of controlled substances at the request of Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond. This Schedule I designation empowers law enforcement nationwide to address the dangerous synthetic drug, which has been linked to at least 15 deaths in Oklahoma.

Housing Ombudsman Hazards Report Calls for Early Warning Signs

The UK Housing Ombudsman has released a report on hazards in social housing, highlighting the need for landlords to identify early warning signs. The report, which follows casework examples, comes ahead of Phase 2 of Awaab's Law and identifies several landlords with recurring issues.

Logan v The King - Sentencing Remarks

The Crown Court in Northern Ireland has delivered sentencing remarks in the case of R v Noel Logan. The defendant was convicted of possessing explosives with intent to endanger life on three separate occasions in Londonderry between 2017 and 2019. The judgment was approved by the court for handing down on March 13, 2026.

RKW Orthopaedics Ltd v Willand Developments Ltd - Case Judgment

The High Court of Justice in Northern Ireland has issued a judgment in the case of RKW Orthopaedics Ltd v Willand Developments Ltd. The proceedings involve applications for injunctive relief and damages related to a land dispute, as well as an application to remit the case to the county court. The judgment addresses both the interlocutory injunction and the remittal application.

Police Service v Information Commissioner - Freedom of Information Act

The Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland is reviewing a decision concerning the Information Commissioner's power to request information from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) under the Freedom of Information Act 2000. The case centers on whether the PSNI can withhold legally privileged information from the Commissioner.

FHWA Notice Comment Submission

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is providing a portal for public comment on a notice identified by docket number FHWA-2026-0331-0001. The deadline for submitting comments is April 24th. The portal outlines the process for submitting comments, including file attachment options and identity selection.

FHWA Information Collection Request for Culvert Grant Program

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has submitted a new information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the National Culvert Removal, Replacement, and Restoration Grant Program (Culvert AOP). This notice seeks public comments on the proposed information collection, which supports grant solicitations established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Langflow Code Injection Vulnerability CVE-2026-33017

CISA has added a critical code injection vulnerability (CVE-2026-33017) in Langflow versions prior to 1.9.0 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. The vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote code execution due to improper handling of attacker-controlled Python code in public flow definitions.

DHS Finding of Mass Influx of Aliens

The Department of Homeland Security has issued a notice declaring a mass influx of aliens. This declaration has significant implications for border management and immigration enforcement policies.

Federal Reserve: Change in Bank Control Notices and Share Acquisitions

The Federal Reserve System has published a notice regarding change in bank control and acquisitions of shares of a bank or bank holding company. This notice provides information on recent filings received by the agency.

Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission Sunshine Act Meetings Notice

The Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission has issued a notice regarding upcoming Sunshine Act meetings. This notice provides details on meeting schedules and any changes to previously announced times or locations.

Education Department Seeks Comment on Teacher Cancellation Low Income Directory

The Education Department is seeking public comment on its information collection activities related to the Teacher Cancellation Low Income Directory. This notice initiates a consultation period to gather feedback on the directory's purpose and administration.

HMRC Pensions Newsletter 179 - Tax, LTA, and DigiRAS Updates

HMRC has published Pensions Newsletter 179, dated March 2026, providing updates for pension schemes. The newsletter covers changes affecting some pension payments due to the UK-Luxembourg Double Taxation Agreement, updates for UK resident pension scheme administrators, lifetime allowance protection and enhancements, and digitalisation of relief at source (DigiRAS).

HMRC Charities Newsletter: Accounts, Tax Relief, Gift Aid Updates

HM Revenue & Customs has published its Charities newsletter for March 2026, providing updates on the closure of the service for filing company accounts and tax returns. It also details changes to charity and Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) tax relief rules and updates regarding Gift Aid.

HMRC CASC Newsletter 3 - Tax Relief, Gift Aid, and Registrations

HMRC has published its Community and Amateur Sports Club (CASC) newsletter 3 for March 2026. The newsletter provides updates on changes to charity and CASC tax relief rules, enhancements to the Claim Gift Aid online service, and information on CASC registrations.

HMRC Strategic Approach to Third-Party Software

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published its long-term strategic approach to working with third-party software providers. The document outlines HMRC's commitment to fostering an innovative market that simplifies tax responsibilities for customers and builds on two decades of collaboration.

HMRC Plan to Strengthen Third-Party Software Integration Standards

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published a plan to strengthen standards for third-party software that integrates with its tax and customs systems. The plan outlines proposed themes for enhanced standards, including product integrity, data accountability, and error management, and details a timeline for engagement and implementation through 2026 to 2027.

HMRC Response to Adjudicator's Annual Report

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has published its response to the Adjudicator's Office annual report for 2024 to 2025. The response acknowledges challenges in service standards during the period and outlines improvements made, including enhanced complaint handling and digital services, leading to reduced complaint resolution times.

HMRC Call for Evidence on Stablecoin Cryptoasset Taxation

HM Revenue & Customs has opened a call for evidence to gather views on the taxation of stablecoins, a type of cryptoasset. The consultation seeks input from investors, companies, and advisory firms on how stablecoins should be treated for tax purposes for both individuals and corporations.

HMRC External Integration Vision with Software Sector

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published its strategic approach to external integration, outlining its vision for working with the software sector. The document focuses on external APIs as a core enabler for a seamless, automated tax and customs system, aiming to support UK growth through increased data sharing.

HMRC Research on SME Electronic Invoicing Usage and Attitudes

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) published research on the usage and attitudes of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) towards electronic invoicing. The findings from quantitative and qualitative research conducted in early 2025 will inform HMRC's e-invoicing policy development and communication campaigns.

VAT Penalty Reform Research Survey

HMRC has published research surveying 1,202 VAT-registered businesses on their awareness and perception of new points-based late submission penalties and revised late payment penalties. The research aims to assess the effectiveness of these reforms in driving compliance and will inform the introduction of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.

Brazil Court Limits Identifiable Data Sharing Without Consent

Brazil's Superior Court of Justice has ruled that identifiable registration data, such as names and estimated income, cannot be shared with third parties by credit bureaus without explicit consent. This decision clarifies the interpretation of Brazil's General Data Protection Law (LGPD) in the credit market, distinguishing between internal credit risk analysis and external data sharing.

DataGrail AI Agent Automates Privacy Compliance

DataGrail has released its Vera AI agent, embedded within its existing platform, to help privacy teams automate compliance tasks and risk assessments. The tool aims to address the challenges of integrating AI into privacy operations and meet jurisdictional data privacy requirements, particularly in light of increasing AI investments.

ISDA Submits Paper on FRTB Rules Implementation to Brazil's Central Bank

ISDA has submitted a paper to the Banco Central do Brazil (BCB) regarding the implementation of the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) rules. The paper identifies specific aspects of Brazil's FRTB implementation that could be refined to enhance international alignment and operational efficiency for globally active institutions.

PRA Expectations for Bank Recovery Plans

The Bank of England's Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has updated its Supervisory Statement (SS) 9/17 on recovery planning for UK banks and other designated firms. The update, effective April 1, 2026, reflects current expectations and incorporates amendments from a related policy statement on recovery plan review frequency.

Bank of England Policy Statement on Disclosure, Resolvability Resources, Capital Distribution

The Bank of England's Prudential Regulation Authority has issued a policy statement finalising proposals for Pillar 3 disclosures. This aims to provide clearer and more consistent information on firms' resolvability resources, capital distribution constraints, and the applicable disclosure regime, enhancing market discipline and confidence in orderly resolution.

Bank of England Amends MREL Reporting Templates

The Bank of England's Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has issued a policy statement finalizing amendments to MREL reporting templates for UK banks, building societies, and designated investment firms. These changes, which include amendments to MRL001 and MRL003 templates and the deletion of the MRL002 template, aim to reduce the reporting burden on firms.

PRA Policy Statement on Resolution Assessment Threshold and Recovery Plans

The Bank of England's Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has issued a policy statement finalizing amendments to its resolution and recovery frameworks. The changes raise the retail deposit threshold for the Resolution Assessment to £100 billion and reduce the recovery plan review frequency for Small Domestic Deposit Takers to every two years.

ECHA Supports PFAS Restriction with Targeted Derogations

ECHA's scientific committees support an EU-wide restriction on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The restriction includes targeted derogations and controls to mitigate the risks these substances pose to human health and the environment. This action aligns with REACH regulations.

Byron Lewis v. State of Texas - Aggravated Assault Conviction Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a judgment against Byron Lewis, who appealed his convictions for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Lewis contended his eight-year sentences were grossly disproportionate and violated the Eighth Amendment's prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment. The court found no abuse of discretion in the sentencing.

Blanca Concepcion Gutierrez-Morales v. Adrian Jesus G. Morales - Real Property Partition

The Texas Court of Appeals, Eighth District, affirmed a lower court's decision in a real property partition case. The court denied the appellant's motion for a new trial based on newly discovered evidence, upholding the original judgment which memorialized a settlement agreement for the partition of a home.

In Re A.R.M. v. State of Texas - Mandamus Petition Denied

The Texas Court of Appeals, 8th District, denied a petition for a writ of mandamus filed by Relator A.R.M. The court found that the petition failed to meet the procedural requirements outlined in the Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure, including lacking a table of contents, index of authorities, and a proper statement of the case. The motion to stay was dismissed as moot.

Texas Court Denies Mandamus Relief in Genetic Testing Order Case

The Texas Court of Appeals denied a petition for mandamus relief, upholding a trial court's order for genetic testing in a parentage determination case. The court found no abuse of discretion in the order, despite the relator's claims of double jeopardy.

Texas Court of Appeals Affirms Termination of Mother's Parental Rights

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment terminating a mother's parental rights to her child. The court found sufficient evidence to support the trial court's best-interest finding for the child, upholding the termination decision.

Commerce Final Affirmative CVD Determination for Steel Bar from Algeria

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced its final affirmative determination in the countervailing duty investigation of steel concrete reinforcing bar from Algeria. The investigation found subsidy rates of 72.94% for Tosyali Iron Steel Industry Algeria SPA and all other exporters, impacting significant import volumes and values.

European Commission Investigates Snapchat Under Digital Services Act

The European Commission has opened formal proceedings to investigate if Snapchat is complying with the Digital Services Act (DSA) regarding child protection. The investigation will examine potential breaches related to exposing minors to grooming, illegal goods, and age-restricted products.

Digital Services Act: Commission Preliminary Findings Against Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos

The European Commission has preliminarily found Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos in breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to protect minors from exposure to pornographic content. The platforms now have the opportunity to respond to the Commission's findings.

Ramos Ramos v. Jordan-Conde - Immigration Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in the case of Ramos Ramos v. Jordan-Conde on March 25, 2026. The case originated from the District Court of Puerto Rico and concerns an immigration matter.

Ramos Ramos v. Jordan-Conde - First Circuit Court Opinion

The First Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal concerning First Amendment challenges to union dues deductions for public employees at the University of Puerto Rico. The court found the requested declarations moot, as the employees had resigned from the union and the union was ordered to reimburse past dues. The case stems from the Supreme Court's Janus decision.