Digital Europe Programme Amended for Innovative Digital Capacities

The European Commission has amended the Digital Europe Work Programme 2025-2027 to enhance innovative digital capacities across the EU. The update introduces new actions for digital infrastructure in schools, online safety applications, and AI testing facilities, among other enhancements.

Canadian Regulators Launch Pilot for Semi-Annual Financial Reporting

Canadian securities regulators, through the CSA, have launched a pilot project allowing eligible venture issuers to voluntarily file semi-annual financial reports instead of quarterly ones. This initiative aims to reduce regulatory burden for smaller issuers listed on the TSXV or CSE, while maintaining investor protection.

OSC Warns Investors About Fake Registration Schemes

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) has issued a warning to investors about an increase in fraudsters impersonating regulators and using fake credentials to operate fraudulent trading platforms. The OSC emphasizes that it does not contact individuals to recover funds or promote investments, and advises investors to verify any suspicious communications directly with the OSC.

City of Prospect v. Smith - Affirming Memorandum Opinion

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued a memorandum opinion affirming a lower court's decision in City of Prospect, Kentucky v. Ann Bailey Smith. The court found that Prospect failed to meet the extraordinary burden required for a writ of mandamus concerning a privilege issue and attorney disqualification.

Ryan Hatfield v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Affirming Opinion

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued a memorandum opinion affirming the conviction of Ryan Hatfield for first-degree sodomy and first-degree sexual abuse. The court addressed issues related to jury instructions, admission of evidence, and chain of custody for cell phone data.

Marsha Lynn Miller v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Affirming Conviction

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued a memorandum opinion affirming the conviction of Marsha Lynn Miller for murder. Miller was sentenced to thirty years imprisonment. The opinion is designated as non-precedential and not to be published.

Michael Gibbs v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Criminal Appeal

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued an opinion affirming the conviction of Michael Gibbs for multiple sex offenses against a minor. Gibbs was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Hopkins Circuit Court. The opinion addresses his appeal of the conviction and sentence.

Tamala Harris v. Mercy Home Health - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued an opinion in Tamala Harris v. Mercy Home Health, addressing a workers' compensation appeal. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part a lower court's decision regarding the calculation of average weekly wage and other benefits.

Rebekah Atkins v. Jefferson County Clerk - Opinion Affirming

The Kentucky Supreme Court issued a memorandum opinion affirming the Court of Appeals' denial of Rebekah Atkins' motion to proceed in forma pauperis. The case involves an appeal related to a prior dismissal of an appeal as moot.

Kentucky Supreme Court Suspends Lawyer for 60 Days

The Kentucky Supreme Court has suspended attorney Michael R. P. Calilung for 60 days due to violations of professional conduct rules. Calilung previously received a 120-day suspension, with 60 days served, for earlier violations. Despite completing ethics training, he continued to represent clients in eviction proceedings after his suspension, leading to this new disciplinary action.