#regulatory-oversight

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fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Legal Challenges for Adult Business Owners in Texas Explained

Operating an adult business in Houston involves strict regulations, complex zoning laws, and the necessity of legal counsel for compliance and defense.
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Crowdfunded companies are 'ghosting' investors. Changing the rules could restore trust

Startup companies that raise money through crowdfunding often ignore required reporting obligations, leaving investors without updates or accountability.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Consumer safety groups are demanding an FTC investigation into Grok's 'Spicy' mode

The letter highlights the risk of Grok's "Imagine" tool producing NSFW content, including deepfake videos of celebrities, raising concerns about user safety and potential harms.
Privacy professionals
US politics
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Trump accuses banks of political discrimination. Here's what to know

The White House is poised to challenge banks over allegations of politically motivated customer drop-offs, particularly targeting Trump's supporters.
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Titan sub disaster was caused by weak safety and oversight, Coast Guard says

The Titan disaster was preventable due to critically flawed safety procedures at OceanGate, ignored warnings, and insufficient oversight.
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fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

PG&E killed support in Oakland for utility accountability law, councilmember says

Senate Bill 332 aims to impose stricter audits on PG&E and other for-profit utilities, tying executive compensation to safety performance and exploring public ownership alternatives.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Abolishing Ofwat is fine but not enough: teach water bosses that failure has consequences | Gaby Hinsliff

Thames Water faces criticism for environmental failures while customers endure rising bills.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

New independent watchdog signed into law in watershed moment for English football

An independent football regulator has been established in the UK, enhancing fan involvement in club governance.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Congress Passes GENIUS Act in Major Win for US Crypto Industry

Stablecoin proliferation could strengthen and destabilize the financial system simultaneously, prompting a need for regulatory oversight.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Regulators granted exemptions for Camp Mystic, allowing construction in a flood-prone area, leading to a tragic loss during severe flooding.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I'm About to Be a Whistleblower at My Job. I'm Worried It'll Put a Major Target on My Back.

Mediocre bedside care at a renowned hospital highlights a crisis in staffing and accountability.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Boeing didn't train factory staff well enough in the lead up to the Alaska Airlines 737 Max blowout, NTSB says

Boeing's inadequate training and oversight contributed to the door plug incident on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282.
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Creator Caucus launches in Congress with support from Patreon, YouTube | TechCrunch

Bipartisan support for the creator economy is growing, with a focus on providing necessary resources and protections for creators.
Privacy technologies
fromSiliconANGLE
2 months ago

Google will invest $500M in compliance program to settle shareholder lawsuit - SiliconANGLE

Google is overhauling its regulatory compliance program to settle a shareholder lawsuit and address antitrust allegations.
The proposed compliance changes will restructure how regulatory practices are managed within the company.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

DSIT tells Ofcom to prepare to expand regulatory remit to include datacentres | Computer Weekly

Ofcom is set to expand its role to enhance cybersecurity for datacentres as part of the UK's Cyber Security and Resilience Bill.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Commentary: Four months into insurance claim delays and disputes, a new blow to fire victims: A rate hike

Insurance struggles persist for fire victims in California, with claims being delayed and dismissed despite urgent needs for assistance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

MPs should not accept any murky answers from Thames Water chair on potential sale | Nils Pratley

"Thames Water needs to clarify how KKR will manage the business differently and when customers can expect improved service after the refinancing caused by earlier investors' failure."
London politics
US politics
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Trump illegally fires Democrats on Consumer Product Safety Commission

Trump's removal of CPSC appointees challenges Supreme Court precedent and raises concerns over regulatory independence.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

FDA will step up impromptu inspections at foreign food, medical production plants

FDA expands unannounced inspections at foreign facilities for equal regulatory oversight.
Aimed at matching scrutiny levels for foreign and domestic manufacturers.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Staying the course on compliance: Why lenders can't afford to let their guard down

Lenders should maintain strong compliance regardless of regulatory changes to avoid long-term consequences.
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