On October 19, 2024, China formally published the new Regulations on Export Control of Dual-Use Items (“Regulations”), which will take effect on December 1, 2024. These Regulations which are aimed at implementing the dual-use export controls under the Export Control Law (“ECL”) introduced in 2020, will replace the existing two-decade-old legacy regulations on dual-use export
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Australian Consumer Law – Government consulting on proposed reforms
Potential AI reforms, new consumer guarantee prohibitions and civil penalties and a ban on unfair trading practices are proposed In brief The Australian Government has announced consultations on a range of proposed reforms to the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) covering: Consultations have commenced on the proposed AI-related reforms and consumer guarantee amendments, with submissions sought…
Storage and inward processing dilemma when EU anti-dumping measures are in place
Under EU customs law, storing and warehousing EU and non-EU goods is possible if certain conditions are met. However, since 2020, non-EU goods subject to anti-dumping, countervailing, or safeguard measures, can no longer be stored together with EU goods. This is because EU customs law now states that non-EU goods subject to anti-dumping measures do…
Connecticut Suspends The Use of Coinme’s Cryptocurrency ATMs
Coinme Inc. describes itself as a company that started with a handful of Bitcoin ATMs but now has thousands, which is just one of the means by which it offers the public access to cryptocurrencies. In an Order dated October 25, 2024 and made public on November 4. 2024, Connecticut’s Banking Commissioner (the “Commissioner”) suspended…
Last Chance to Register! 2024 Global Year-End Review of Import/Export & Trade Compliance Developments Conference
Our annual Global Year-End Review of Import/Export & Trade Compliance Developments Conference is just one week away! If you haven’t registered yet, this is your final chance to sign up and secure your spot.
We are holding this conference in a split-hybrid format, with an in-person event in Santa Clara, CA, on November 12 and virtual panels on November…
Latin America tech regulatory developments: what has changed in the region in 2023 and 2024?
Latin America is experiencing a dynamic shift in its regulatory environment, particularly in the technology sector. Countries across the region are actively updating and introducing new laws to address the rapid advancements in technology and the growing importance of data protection, cybersecurity, and digital finance. These developments are crucial for fostering innovation, ensuring consumer protection,…
FTC Cracks Down on Deceptive AI Practices
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced Operation AI Comply, an enforcement sweep targeting a diverse swathe of organizations that offer deceptive artificial intelligence (AI) products or use AI products in ways that harm consumers. The campaign demonstrates that the FTC is following through on past promises to crack down on deceptive AI and…
Mexico: Second resolution of amendments to the Foreign Trade General Rules for 2024 and Annexes 1, 2, 5 and 24
Published by Mexico’s tax administration service on 14 October 2024
On 14 October 2024, the 2nd Resolution of Amendments to the Foreign Trade General Rules (FTGR) for 2024 and Annexes 1, 2, 5 and 24 were published in the evening edition of the Federal Official Gazette. The resolution became effective on 15 October 2024; while…
The Legal Playbook for AI in HR: Five Practical Steps to Help Mitigate Your Risk
By and large, HR departments are proving to be ground zero for enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. AI can be used to collect and analyze applicant data, productivity, performance, engagement, and risk to company resources. However, with the recent explosion of attention on AI and the avalanche of new AI technologies, the use of…
Swiss government adopts new sanctions against Belarus
On 30 October 2024, the Swiss Federal Council announced the adoption of further sanctions against Belarus (the official media release can be viewed here). These new measures mirror those imposed by the EU against Belarus on 29 June 2024 (see blog post here) and increase consistency between the Ordinance on Measures against Belarus (“Belarus…