Scoop: Treasury to green-light new Iran sanctions after Israel attack
The U.S. under Treasury Secretary Yellen is preparing sanctions on Iran in response to attacks on Israel, signaling willingness to retaliate economically. [ more ]
Ukraine war briefing: US hits China with sanctions over war supplies to Russia
US imposes sanctions on entities aiding Russia's military, accusing China and others of supplying critical inputs, disrupting Russia's war efforts. [ more ]
SCOTUS Won't Review District Courts' Authority to Award Sanctions
The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition challenging the Ninth Circuit's decision to impose $36 million in sanctions for abusive litigation practices in a trademark case. [ more ]
EU slaps sanctions on Russian justice officials blamed for jailing Alexei Navalny
The EU imposed sanctions on Russian officials responsible for Alexei Navalny's imprisonment and death.
The sanctions involve asset freezes and travel bans on 33 officials and two prisons, holding Russia's political leadership accountable for human rights violations. [ more ]
RIP To The Kraken. Here's Hoping Whatever Replaces It Is Equally Ridiculous.
The Supreme Court rejects cert petitions from Sidney Powell, Lin Wood, and Kraken lawyers for frivolous election litigation. Judge imposed sanctions after a chaotic livestreamed hearing in July 2021.
Despite arguments, Lin Wood and Sidney Powell's responsible for unvetted filings in election challenge. Judge Parker's ruling criticized lawyers for abusing the judicial process and ordered them to cover legal costs. [ more ]
The unmasking of Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev reveals the kingpin behind the LockBit ransomware operation, efforts to disrupt and dismantle it are ongoing. [ more ]
Why Iran and Russia can dodge Western sanctions DW 04/26/2024
Iranian oil is being shipped to China despite sanctions, rebranded through Malaysia; Iran uses UAE to bypass sanctions; Russia uses Central Asia to circumvent embargoes. [ more ]
Russian consumers can still purchase Western products through parallel imports despite companies exiting Russia due to geopolitical conflicts. [ more ]
Antony Blinken heads to China with warning for Beijing over support of Russia
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to China highlights growing concerns over China's sale of weapon components to Russia and potential US sanctions. [ more ]
Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war? DW 04/12/2024
Israel's allies are increasing pressure for more aid in Gaza to prevent a humanitarian crisis, with few imposing sanctions or boycotting Israeli products. [ more ]
The US imposed sanctions on Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa and 10 other individuals for corruption and human rights abuses.
The Biden administration will implement targeted sanctions on specific individuals like Mnangagwa, moving away from the 2003 Zimbabwe sanctions program. [ more ]
West condemns undemocratic' Russian election as results show Putin landslide
Russia's presidential election results face widespread condemnation from Western nations for being undemocratic and oppressive.
New sanctions are being imposed on Russia in response to the election, with leaders like David Cameron and Vedant Patel criticizing Putin's control over opponents and the media. [ more ]
Despite extensive sanctions and trade restrictions imposed by Western nations, Russia's economy is still growing steadily.
Russia has found new providers for technology and has a strong trade relationship with China, which has helped them adapt and offset the impact of sanctions. [ more ]
Vidal Clarifies Application of Existing USPTO Professional Conduct Rules to AI
The USPTO has released a guidance memorandum on the misuse of AI tools before the Boards, clarifying the application of existing rules to AI submissions.
The guidance document highlights the need to confirm the accuracy of AI tools and warns against simply assuming their accuracy.
Potential sanctions for failure to confirm the accuracy of AI submissions include striking offending papers, affecting their weight, terminating proceedings, disciplinary action, and even criminal liability. [ more ]