HITRUST Assessment Handbook v1.2 Updates Released

HITRUST has released version 1.2 of its Assessment Handbook, introducing updates to procedures for evidence generation, testing expectations, reporting, and inheritance eligibility. These changes will be enforced for assessments submitted on or after April 15, 2026.

HITRUST 2025 H2 Threat Analysis on AI Tactics and Assessments

HITRUST released its 2025 H2 Cyber Threat Adaptive Report, indicating that its e1, i1, and r2 assessments effectively mitigate top attack techniques, including AI-driven tactics. The report analyzed threat indicators, intelligence articles, and breaches, mapping data to the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

AMA Survey on Trust in Health Information

A recent survey highlights that Americans continue to trust physicians and medical organizations, like the AMA, for health information, despite declining confidence in federal health agencies. The AMA emphasizes its commitment to providing accurate, evidence-based guidance to patients.

Physician AI Use Doubles, Confidence Grows Amid Skill Loss Concerns

The American Medical Association's latest survey reveals that 81% of physicians now use AI in their practices, a significant increase from 38% in 2023. While confidence in AI's clinical benefits grows, concerns persist regarding potential skill loss and patient interpretation of results without physician oversight.

MedPAC Recommends Medicare Physician Payment Increase

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) recommended that Congress increase Medicare physician payments by an additional 0.5 percent for 2027. The American Medical Association (AMA) welcomed the recommendation, highlighting the need for stable payments to protect patient access to care.

ISO 20022 Payments Standard Deadline Approaching

SWIFT has issued a notice reminding financial institutions that the ISO 20022 standard for cross-border payments will become mandatory on November 22, 2025, ending the coexistence period with older MT formats. Institutions must complete their migration and testing to avoid disruptions and potential charges.

ISO 20022: AI for Structured Postal Data Transition

SWIFT is providing an open-source AI solution to help financial institutions transition from unstructured to structured postal data for ISO 20022 payment messages. This is a mandatory change required by November 2026 to avoid message rejection and ensure data integrity for AML efforts.

ISO 20022 Becomes Standard for Cross-Border Payments

As of November 22, 2025, ISO 20022 is the mandatory standard for cross-border payments, replacing the MT message format. This change aims to enhance efficiency, data richness, and compliance for financial institutions worldwide, supporting G20 goals for international payments.

Accounting Standards Update 2025-08: Purchased Loans

The FASB has issued Accounting Standards Update 2025-08, amending Topic 326 (Credit Losses) concerning purchased loans. This update provides new guidance on accounting for credit losses on purchased loans, effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2025.

Accounting Standards Update 2025-09: Hedge Accounting Improvements

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2025-09, which provides improvements to hedge accounting. This update aims to enhance the accounting for derivatives and hedging activities under Topic 815.

ASU 2025-10: Government Grants Accounting for Business Entities

The FASB has issued ASU 2025-10, which provides new guidance on accounting for government grants received by business entities. This update introduces a new Topic 832 to the FASB Accounting Standards Codification, establishing a model for recognizing government grants. The guidance aims to align accounting practices for government grants with international standards.

Accounting Standards Update 2025-11: Interim Reporting Improvements

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2025-11, which provides narrow-scope improvements to interim reporting under Topic 270. This update aims to refine existing guidance without introducing significant new requirements.

FASB Accounting Standards Update 2025-12: Codification Improvements

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has issued Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2025-12, which makes technical corrections and improvements to the FASB Accounting Standards Codification. This update aims to enhance clarity and consistency in accounting guidance.

NAIC Announces 2026 Committee Leadership for Consumer Protection and Market Stability

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) announced its 2026 committee leadership. The announcement reaffirms the organization's commitment to advancing consumer protections, market stability, and innovation within the insurance landscape through collaborative state-based regulation.

McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act Reaffirms State Insurance Regulation

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) supports the introduction of the McCarran-Ferguson Restoration Act, which would abolish the Federal Insurance Office (FIO) and reaffirm state-based insurance regulation. The act also aims to grant voting status to a state representative on the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC).

NAIC Auto Insurance Database Report 2022/2023

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has released its 2022/2023 Auto Insurance Database Report. The report details national average premiums and incurred losses, noting a 14.42% increase in average premium per vehicle from 2022 to 2023.

Municipal Securities Dealer Participation and Concentration Trends

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) has released a report analyzing municipal securities dealer participation and concentration trends from 2016-2025. The report indicates a decline in the number of participating dealers, while trading concentration has shown mixed patterns depending on the metric used.

MSRB Rules for Municipal Securities Activities Updated

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) has updated its rules pertaining to municipal securities activities. The updates cover various aspects of regulated entity administration and professional qualification for dealers, municipal advisors, and bank dealers.

MSRB Advances Rule Modernization, Transparency, and Strategic Plan

The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) held its quarterly board meeting, discussing advancements in rule modernization, market transparency initiatives, and its forthcoming FY 2026-2030 strategic plan. Key topics included retrospective rule reviews, harmonization with FINRA rules, and updates on the EMMA website.

ISDA and EMTA Publish 2026 FX Definitions for Derivatives

ISDA and EMTA have published the 2026 FX Definitions, consolidating previous documentation and updating market practices for FX derivatives. The new definitions aim to enhance market safety and efficiency, with an implementation target of November 2027.

ISDA Recommendations to Simplify EU Regulation

The International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) has submitted a paper to the European Commission with eight recommendations to simplify EU derivatives regulation. The proposals aim to reduce operational complexity and compliance costs while maintaining high regulatory standards and enhancing the EU's attractiveness for derivatives activity.

UK BMR Reform Consultation Response

ISDA, GFXD, UK Finance, and LMA have jointly responded to HM Treasury's consultation on reforming the UK Benchmark Regulation (BMR). The response supports replacing the current UK BMR with a new regime that would regulate only benchmarks posing systemic risks.

ISDA: Safe, Efficient Markets for SFTs

The International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) has published a paper outlining structural and regulatory drivers impacting Securities Financing Transactions (SFTs). The paper identifies advocacy priorities to support resilient SFT markets and addresses differences in frameworks for SFTs and derivatives.

FAQ: New Selection Process for Standard Reference Obligations (SROs)

The International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) has published a new FAQ document detailing a revised selection process for Standard Reference Obligations (SROs). This FAQ provides guidance on the updated procedures for selecting SROs within the derivatives market.

Basel Committee Analysis of Synthetic Risk Transfers

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has published a report analyzing Synthetic Risk Transfer (SRT) transactions, which allow banks to transfer credit risk to counterparties. The report notes the rapid growth of SRT markets, with protected assets averaging 1.1% of total bank assets globally.

Non-Maturity Deposit Stability and Depositor Outflows Literature Review

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) published a working paper reviewing literature on non-maturity deposit stability and depositor outflows. The paper examines whether recent banking turmoil indicates changes in deposit behavior due to technological, competitive, or regulatory shifts, concluding that while changes may have affected stability, traditional factors remain significant drivers.

Basel Committee Newsletter on Supervisory Effectiveness and Risks

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has released a newsletter discussing efforts to strengthen supervisory effectiveness following the 2023 banking turmoil. It shares information on supervisory practices related to liquidity risk, interest rate risk in the banking book, and business model analysis, intended for supervisors' day-to-day activities.

Basel Committee Consolidates Banking Guidelines and Sound Practices

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has launched a new website section consolidating its banking guidelines and sound practices. This initiative aims to improve accessibility for banks and supervisors. A consultative document is open for feedback until June 26, 2026.

BCBS 239 Principles for Risk Data Aggregation and Reporting

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) published a newsletter on January 6, 2026, summarizing key themes and challenges in implementing the BCBS 239 principles for risk data aggregation and reporting. The newsletter highlights the ongoing importance of these principles for banks, particularly systemically important banks (SIBs), and discusses evolving implementation practices.

First Lady Melania Trump's Remarks on Women's Courage and Risk-Taking

First Lady Melania Trump delivered remarks recognizing Women's History Month, encouraging women to be courageous, take risks, and pursue their ambitions. The event hosted accomplished women leaders in various fields at the White House.

Hernandez v. Shutts & Bowen LLP - Civil Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Hernandez v. Shutts & Bowen LLP. The appeal concerned a civil matter, and the court's disposition was to uphold the previous ruling without modification.

Anthony Davis v. State of Florida - Rule 3.800 Motion Denial

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the denial of a rule 3.800 motion filed by appellant Anthony Davis. The court's decision, dated March 12, 2026, upholds the lower court's ruling in case number 4D2025-3442.

Eric L. Wiley v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's order denying Eric L. Wiley's rule 3.800 motion. The appeal concerned a criminal case with docket number 4D2025-3358.

Carlos Cruz v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's denial of a rule 3.850 motion filed by Carlos Cruz. The appeal concerned the denial of post-conviction relief related to a criminal case.

Dominic Williams v. State of Florida - Appellate Affirmance

The Fifth District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in Dominic Williams v. State of Florida. The appellate court's disposition was 'Affirmed,' indicating no change to the original ruling. The case docket number is 5D2025-0613.

Waserstrom v. State of Florida - Appellate Decision

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Alan Waserstrom v. State of Florida. The appellate court's disposition was issued on March 12, 2026, with docket number 4D2025-0876.

Calvin Weatherspoon v. State of Florida - Appeal Opinion

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Calvin Weatherspoon v. State of Florida. The appeal concerned an order denying a rule 3.800 motion. The court's disposition was 'Affirmed'.

Lattimore v. Silver - Florida DCA Opinion

The Florida District Court of Appeal, Fourth District, issued an opinion in Tammy S. Lattimore v. Michael S. Silver. The court affirmed the lower court's decision in case number 4D2025-2249.

Schneider v. Cradle Holdings, Inc. - Florida DCA Opinion

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Schneider v. Cradle Holdings, Inc. The opinion, dated March 12, 2026, pertains to docket number 5D2025-0034. This appellate decision finalizes the disposition of the case at this level.

Reece v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Kyle Preston Reece v. State of Florida. The appellate court's disposition was 'Affirmed,' indicating no change to the original ruling.

Shaw v. Florida - Appellate Case Affirmation

The Fifth District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the case of Terrance E. Shaw v. State of Florida. The court's disposition was 'Affirmed' with no further details provided on the specific legal issues addressed in the appeal.

Detrick v. Martell - Appellate Court Decision

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of David Detrick v. Serafina Martell. The appellate court issued its ruling on March 12, 2026, with docket number 4D2025-0202. No further details on the substance of the case or its implications were provided in the document.

Lapatra Fisher v. Bridge WF FL Westland Park, LLC - Appeal Opinion

The Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal issued an opinion affirming a lower court's decision in the case of Lapatra Fisher, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Anton Douglas v. Bridge WF FL Westland Park, LLC. The appeal concerned a pre-suit notice and its statutory requirements.

Schiller v. State - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Jacob A. Schiller v. State of Florida. The appeal, docketed as 4D2025-2583, concerned a criminal matter. The court's disposition was 'Affirmed'.

Lawrence M. Williams v. State of Florida - Rule 3.800 Motion Denial Affirmance

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed an order denying a rule 3.800 motion in the case of Lawrence M. Williams v. State of Florida. The court's decision upholds the lower court's ruling on the motion.

Thomas Temple Church of God in Christ, Inc. v. the Church of God in Christ, Inc. - Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Thomas Temple Church of God in Christ, Inc. v. the Church of God in Christ, Inc. The appeal concerned a non-final order from the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Court in Broward County. The docket number for this appeal is 4D2025-0608.

Paris v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Florida Fifth District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Terrence Paris, II v. State of Florida. The court cited Simmons v. State in its brief per curiam affirmation, indicating no new legal precedent was established.

Dexter Lamar Hill v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Dexter Lamar Hill v. State of Florida. The appellate court issued its opinion on March 12, 2026, with docket number 5D2025-2162.

Sullins v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Order

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed an order denying a rule 3.800 motion in the case of Joshua Thomas Sullins v. State of Florida. The appeal was filed under docket number 4D2026-0013. The court's disposition was 'Affirmed'.

HHS Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has published updated guidelines for federal workplace drug testing programs. The rule confirms that current authorized drug testing panels and required report nomenclature remain in effect.