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?? The United Kingdom's Online Safety Act is now in effect, aiming to protect users from illegal content such as child sexual abuse material. Platforms had until March 16 to complete risk assessments and implement measures to remove such content swiftly. Noncompliance could lead to hefty fines. Intellectual Property Partner Terry Green, London Deputy Managing Partner, shared insights with TechInformed, TechRadar and Lexology about the UK Office of Communications' (Ofcom) enforcement programme. He highlighted the importance of meeting its robust record-keeping requirements and emphasized Ofcom's high expectations for compliance. Stay informed - https://bit.ly/4bPEXK6 #OnlineSafetyAct #RiskAssessments #UnitedKingdom

A Katten team led by Katten's Carl Kennedy and Christopher Shannon advised futures commission merchant (FCM) NinjaTrader and its affiliated entities in their landmark sale to cryptocurrency platform Kraken. The combination will allow customers access to US futures trading in both traditional finance (TradFi) and crypto markets. The sale is expected to close in the first half of 2025. Learn more - https://bit.ly/4ipxfcc #TeamKatten

In honor of Women's History Month, we spoke to Katten's Lindsey Smith, Carly Ryan, and Alexa Warner, who recently collaborated on a case, showcasing the power of Katten teams in fostering collaboration and professional development. Lindsey, a seasoned partner, emphasized, "It’s rewarding to see each member of the team take the same level of ownership over a case, regardless of seniority." Carly, a new associate, shared that being part of this supportive and respectful team has boosted her confidence. She added, "They’ve trusted me with substantive, meaningful work early in my career, and I’m incredibly grateful for those opportunities." Katten is deeply committed to the growth and advancement of its attorneys. Our commitment not only strengthens individual careers but also enhances the collective success of the firm. #TeamKatten #WomensHistoryMonth

? Katten is pleased to share that 12 attorneys have been recognized by Thomson Reuters as 2025 Stand-Out Lawyers. The full list of those recognized from Katten includes: - Bonnie Chmil, partner, Private Wealth - Carolyn Jackson, partner, Financial Markets and Funds - Christian Kemnitz, partner and chair, Financial Markets Litigation and Enforcement - Floyd Mandell, partner and co-chair, Trademark/Copyright/Privacy - Ilana Lubin, partner, Corporate - Karen Artz Ash, partner and co-chair, Trademark/Copyright/Privacy - Laura Martin, partner, Health Care - Philip Nemecek, partner, Insurance and Risk Management - Mitch Sprengelmeyer, partner, Structured Finance and Securitization - Sheldon Zenner, partner, White Collar and Internal Investigations - Steven Reisman, partner and global chair, Insolvency and Restructuring - Bill Rivers, partner, Corporate Read more - https://bit.ly/41PyTwD #TeamKatten

A Katten team led by Corporate Partners Mark Solomon and Peter Bogdanow represented HITRUST in securing a growth investment from Brighton Park Capital. This investment will help HITRUST expand its cybersecurity and information risk assurance solutions amid increasing global concerns about cyber threats and regulatory compliance. Learn more - https://bit.ly/42fD2LE #TeamKatten #GrowthInvestment #CapitalFunding

?? President Trump's recent firing of two Democratic FTC commissioners has sparked a significant challenge to longstanding U.S. Supreme Court precedent. The FTC Act traditionally limits the president's ability to remove commissioners to "insufficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office." Advocates of the so-called "unitary executive" theory are eyeing this as an opportunity to contest these limits, hoping the Supreme Court might overturn the precedent set by Humphrey's Executor and Seila Law. Learn more - https://bit.ly/4bOn7Y2 #FTC #SCOTUS #PresidentialAuthority #ConsumerProtection

The SEC's Division of Corporate Finance has issued new guidance that simplifies the process of verifying "accredited investor" status for Rule 506(c) offerings. Now, issuers can rely on investor self-certification when certain investment thresholds are met, reducing administrative burdens and enhancing the attractiveness of private placements. This change is set to streamline the verification process, making Rule 506(c) offerings more accessible. However, issuers should consult with legal counsel to ensure compliance and avoid pitfalls. For more - https://bit.ly/3DF7Ko9 #SEC #PrivateOfferings #AccreditedInvestor

?? Katten announced today that 10 of the firm's attorneys were named to the 2025 Southern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. The Los Angeles attorneys honored on the list were Partners Abby Feinman, David Halberstadter, Michael Hobel, Carol Johnston, Bruce Vanyo and Joel Weiner, and Senior Counsel Benzion Westreich. Additionally, Partners Daniel Render and Paul Yong, along with Associate Abraham Pariser, were named to the 2025 Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars list. Read more - https://bit.ly/3XSHwoK #TeamKatten #SuperLawyers

?? We are proud to welcome Gidon Caine as a Securities Litigation partner, adding to the top-level litigation services offered to clients. "Gidon's 30-plus years of experience in providing strategic counsel, understanding the significant reputational and financial risks for companies facing investigations and lawsuits, and helping them navigate the most challenging corporate disputes will serve our clients well," said Bruce Vanyo, co-chair of Katten's Securities Litigation practice. For more - https://bit.ly/4c2tyqc #TeamKatten #SecuritiesLitigation

? Katten attorneys Steven Reisman and Miriam Harwood have been honored in the Chambers and Partners Global 2025 Guide. We proudly celebrate their achievements and commend them for earning the trust of our valued clients. For more – https://bit.ly/4hzhG0R #ChambersGlobal #TeamKatten