The Regulatory Briefing

In this episode, we break down how State AGs aren’t just reacting to headlines. They’re shaping them. As federal enforcement shifts and certain federal agencies pull back, state attorneys general are stepping into the gap with aggressive investigations, cross-state coalitions, and enforcement strategies that are reshaping compliance, regulatory risk, and consumer protection across the country. 

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Duration: 00:06:31

Just days before Christmas, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has dropped a regulatory bombshell on the consumer electronics industry: Lawsuits against five of the world’s largest TV manufacturers—Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense, and TCL, alleging that their smart TVs are functioning as unauthorized surveillance devices.

In this episode we cover:

How Automated Content Recognition (ACR) morphed from a recommendation tool into an intrusive data harvester.Why Hisense was hit with a first-of-its-kind Temporary Restraining Order regarding data transfer to China.A reminder that dark patterns in UX design are a continuing liability to thos...

Duration: 00:07:48

In this episode of The Regulatory Briefing, we break down 12 major compliance developments from December 8–12, 2025, showing why “less regulation” does not mean less risk. From a sweeping SBA fraud audit and a new DOJ unit targeting executives with criminal charges, to aggressive immigration enforcement, AI power struggles between the U.S. and EU, and major shifts in financial crime enforcement, this episode explains what’s actually changing, and why it matters.

We also examine a Supreme Court case that could reshape how federal agencies operate and a blockbuster media deal that will signal the government’s stance on market...

Duration: 00:16:53

In this bottom-line briefing for owners, executives, and legal teams, we break down the five regulatory changes that will define 2026—and the hidden liabilities they create for your organization if you fail to act. This isn’t a conversation about “consumer rights.” It’s a discussion about risk exposure, litigation triggers, audit preparedness, and vendor accountability in a rapidly shifting enforcement environment.

In under four minutes, you’ll learn:

Why your employment contracts may become illegal overnight under California’s AB 692—and how to avoid $5,000-per-employee penalties.How...

Duration: 00:08:46