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14UAE Decriminalizes Attempted Suicide and Reorganizes Qisas Provisions
The UAE issued a federal law amending the Crimes and Penalties Law, decriminalizing attempted suicide and reorganizing provisions for Qisas.
Ofcom Opens Official Investigation into Meta Over 'Instants' Feature
Ofcom has launched an investigation under the Online Safety Act into Meta to verify whether it conducted adequate risk assessments prior to launching 'Instants'.
Saudi Arabia Opens Three Draft Regulations by Capital Market Authority for Public Consultation
The Istitlaa platform, affiliated with the Competitiveness and Business Center, has opened 31 draft projects for public consultation, including three Capital Market Authority regulations on dealing outside the Kingdom, algorithmic trading, and offerings.
Qatar Issues New Decisions Regulating the Enrollment and Digital Practice of Lawyers
Three ministerial decisions for the year 2026 have been published in Qatar's Official Gazette, regulating enrollment exams, the licensing of non-Qatari lawyers, and their conduct on websites and social media platforms.
Gulf Ministers of Justice Discuss Draft Unified Rules for Information Technology Crimes
Gulf ministers of justice discussed in Manama a draft of unified rules to combat information technology crimes and a Bahraini proposal for the electronic exchange of judicial notifications.
Kalshi and Coinbase Obtain Partial Injunction in Illinois as Another Court Disagrees
A federal judge in Illinois granted Kalshi, Coinbase, and the CFTC a partial injunction in a sports event contracts case, while another court ruled otherwise.
California Attorney General Subpoenas OpenAI in Cyber Investigation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued an investigative subpoena to OpenAI over incidents stemming from its models, including the Hugging Face breach.
US Export "Affiliates Rule" Remains Suspended Amid Uncertainty Over Date
Washington and Beijing extend the "Busan" truce by two months to January 10, 2027, but the Bureau of Industry and Security has yet to publish a notice amending the effective date of the Affiliates Rule.
Ruler of Dubai Appoints Malek Al Malek and Bin Ghalaita at Head of Two Authorities in Emirate
The Ruler of Dubai issued two decrees appointing Malek Sultan Al Malek as Chairman of the Dubai Healthcare City Authority, and Marwan Bin Ghalaita as Chairman of the Dubai Humanitarian Authority.
Egypt Transfers Corporate Valuation from GAFI to FRA-Accredited Valuers
Egypt has passed legislation shifting the task of corporate valuation from the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) to licensed valuers accredited by the Financial Regulatory Authority, aiming to enhance independence and transparency in asset valuations, according to reports.
UK Financial Conduct Authority Opens £2 Billion Money Laundering Investigation
The UK Financial Conduct Authority has launched a formal investigation into Euro Exchange Securities over money laundering operations exceeding £2 billion, according to reports.
Washington Imposes Sanctions on 36 Iranian Targets and Suspends 3 General Licenses
The US Department of the Treasury imposed sanctions on 36 entities and individuals linked to Iranian aviation and suspended 3 general licenses as part of a new economic pressure package on Tehran, according to reports.
Britain launches comprehensive sanctions package against Iran taking effect September 29
The United Kingdom announced a broad sanctions package targeting Iran's oil, petrochemicals, and maritime shipping sectors, taking effect on September 29, 2026, according to reports.
US Treasury Proposes Cutting Off Misr Emirates Bank from Dollar Correspondent Banking
FinCEN has proposed prohibiting US banks from opening correspondent accounts for Misr Emirates Bank, in a move that could effectively sever it from the US dollar financial system, according to reports.