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Recognizing and Combatting Online ‘Dark Patterns’
As online platforms become more sophisticated, so do the tactics designed to manipulate user behavior. Among these, “dark patterns” have emerged as a particularly concerning phenomenon. This article explores the different types of dark patterns prevalent online, examines how they affect consumers and businesses, and analyzes the legal frameworks emerging to combat these practices in Connecticut the EU.
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Effect of Trump’s Tax Plan on Commercial Real Estate
Many industry leaders, analysts, and pundits have broadly considered how the Trump administration’s and GOP-majority Congress’ plans might affect commercial real estate. The Deloitte Center for Financial Services looked at six key parts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which is set to expire by the end of this year, and the likely implications on domestic and global CRE.
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EU Antitrust Strategy Faces U.S. Pushback as Regulatory Tensions Rise Over Big Tech
With tech giants’ influence on the White House on the rise, the likelihood of U.S. retaliation in response to enforcement of both longstanding EU antitrust rules and newer digital regulations has grown. At the same time, the EU’s own stated desire to cut red tape has raised existential questions about the future of the EU as a global regulatory superpower whose laws are emulated by nations and adhered to by companies around the world.
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Processes, Challenges and Solutions In Lateral Partner Integration
Tips and shared advice from lateral integration professionals provide creative, practical and streamlined solutions to law firm marketers involved in the lateral integration process.
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Constructive Exuberance: Planning for the Regulation and Enforcement of Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Advanced Technologies In 2025
While change is a constant in the privacy, security and technology arena, 2025 is poised to be a landmark year. New technologies will continue to radiate through the economy — and our lives — while the new Trump Administration is likely to emphasize innovation over protection, reward maximization over risk minimization, and incentivizing over enforcing.
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FOIA In 2025: Beat the Backlog, Avoid Lawsuits and Reduce Cyber Risk
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) stands at a critical juncture heading into 2025. Federal agencies are grappling with mounting backlogs, increasingly complex data landscapes, and rising cybersecurity threats. As a new administration takes office, the urgency to adopt innovative, effective solutions has never been greater.
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FOIA In 2025: Beat the Backlog and Avoid Lawsuits
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) stands at a critical juncture heading into 2025. Federal agencies are grappling with mounting backlogs, increasingly complex data landscapes, and rising cybersecurity threats. As a new administration takes office, the urgency to adopt innovative, effective solutions has never been greater.
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Navigating the VUCA World: Why Firms Must Innovate and Reevaluate Legal Operations
In the legal industry, volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA) (originally a military concept) have reshaped how law firms operate, requiring legal administrators to adapt to a rapidly evolving work environment. Navigating this VUCA landscape involves balancing hybrid work models, evolving return-to-office strategies, and significant workforce challenges, especially in administrative support.
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Authenticity In an AI World
In today’s digitally connected world, we have unparalleled tools at our disposal to connect with target audiences. But with them comes a critical challenge: how to maintain authenticity, human intelligence and personal connection in a landscape increasingly dominated by algorithms, data and automation.
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