In this edition of Insights, we take a closer look at the megadeals and sponsor transactions driving recent M&A activity, the importance of staying ahead of the risks in AI development and deployment, and other diverse topics.
Uptick in the Value of Megadeals and Sponsor Transactions Signal a Further M&A Rebound
A string of megadeals in the U.S., including large sponsor transactions, has pushed up global M&A deal value — a promising sign for midterm deal flow. A recent change to Delaware corporate law provides further certainty to the M&A market.
Developing and Using AI Require Close Monitoring of Risks and Regulations
Staying ahead of the risks that the rapid evolution of AI technology and its applications pose requires an understanding of AI-powered tools and AI’s role in a company, as well as the ever-increasing regulatory scrutiny AI now faces.
Supreme Court Decisions Curtail Regulatory Agencies’ Powers, Making It Easier To Challenge Rules
Regulatory challenges are expected to be a major area of litigation for years to come following the Supreme Court’s rulings this term on questions of administrative law.
FAQs About the Set-Aside of the FTC’s Ban on Noncompetes
For the moment, employers are not bound by the FTC’s near-total ban on noncompetes. But the decision invalidating it will likely be appealed, there is one contrary ruling and some states may adopt their own restrictions on such agreements.