Key Takeaways - President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on all the “reciprocal” tariffs, with the exception of China, which will see tariffs increased to 125%. The president said he also expects Beijing to reach an...more
4/11/2025
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China ,
International Trade ,
Mexico ,
Retaliatory Tariffs ,
Section 232 ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Relations ,
Trump Administration ,
US Trade Policies
On April 2, 2025, the Trump administration imposed one of the largest set of tariffs in U.S. history, dubbed “Liberation Day.” These so-called reciprocal tariffs are another step in the administration’s broad imposition of...more
4/7/2025
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China ,
Duties ,
Imports ,
International Trade ,
Mexico ,
Popular ,
Risk Assessment ,
Risk Management ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Policy ,
Trade Wars ,
Trump Administration ,
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ,
US Trade Policies
In this episode, AGG Women in Tech Law attorneys Allison Raley and Paula Nagarajan break down the essential legal steps founders should take before approaching investors, key protections to negotiate in equity deals, and...more
In response to the latest wave of U.S. trade restrictions, both Canada and China have swiftly implemented countermeasures, escalating tensions in an already volatile trade landscape. Canada has announced a 25% tariff on U.S....more
3/6/2025
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China ,
Exports ,
Imports ,
International Trade ,
Mexico ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Relations ,
Trade Wars ,
Trump Administration ,
US Trade Policies
Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China - On March 4, 2025, the United States will implement previously suspended tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, as well as new tariffs on Chinese imports, marking a significant...more
2/28/2025
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Canada ,
China ,
Export Controls ,
Exports ,
Imports ,
Mexico ,
National Security ,
Section 232 ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Relations ,
Trump Administration ,
US Trade Policies
As of February 2025, the landscapes of digital assets and artificial intelligence (“AI”) continue to evolve rapidly, driven by significant developments in regulation, institutional adoption, and international policy. These...more
2/28/2025
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Bitcoin ,
Blockchain ,
Cryptoassets ,
Cryptocurrency ,
Digital Assets ,
Executive Orders ,
Payment Systems ,
Regulatory Agenda ,
Regulatory Reform ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
AGG’s Government Investigations Team Insights provides periodic updates covering legal and regulatory topics. Our team, which includes former federal prosecutors and federal agency attorneys, has successfully represented...more
On February 10, 2025, President Trump issued two new proclamations that modify the steel and aluminum tariffs originally imposed in 2018 under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. These actions expand the existing...more
2/18/2025
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International Trade ,
National Security ,
Presidential Proclamations ,
Section 232 ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Expansion Act of 1962 ,
Trade Policy ,
Trade Relations ,
U.S. Commerce Department ,
US Trade Policies ,
USTR
As financial technologies companies expand operations across borders, understanding the sanctions regimes of both the United States and South Korea becomes essential. The U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets...more
2/14/2025
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Anti-Money Laundering ,
Compliance ,
Economic Sanctions ,
Financial Crimes ,
FinTech ,
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Risk Management ,
SDN List ,
South Korea ,
U.S. Treasury
On January 13, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit issued a pivotal ruling, directing the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) to provide a more detailed explanation for its denial of Coinbase Global...more
The United States Postal Service has reversed its decision to temporarily suspend inbound packages from China and Hong Kong, citing coordination with U.S. Customs and Border Patrol to implement an efficient tariff collection...more
2/6/2025
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Customs and Border Protection ,
Export Controls ,
Imports ,
International Trade ,
Semiconductors ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Relations ,
US Trade Policies ,
USPS ,
WTO
UPDATE: Shortly after the publication of this alert, the tariffs on Canadian-origin products were paused for 30 days. On February 1, 2024, the U.S. announced a sweeping range of tariffs on imported goods....more
2/5/2025
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China ,
Imports ,
International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) ,
International Trade ,
Mexico ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Relations ,
Trade Wars ,
Trump Administration ,
US Trade Policies
Effective February 1, 2025, the U.S. will impose new tariffs on imported goods, significantly impacting businesses engaged in cross-border trade. The tariffs include: While these tariffs apply broadly to all goods from these...more
2/3/2025
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China ,
Compliance ,
Imports ,
International Trade ,
Mexico ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Supply Chain ,
Tariffs ,
Trade Relations ,
US Trade Policies
As U.S. trade policies continue to evolve (sometimes in the matter of hours), businesses must be prepared for sudden shocks and disruptions that can impact their supply chains. The U.S. government’s actions during the recent...more
In this episode, Allison Raley, AGG’s Women in Tech Law co-chair, is joined by Kelley Chandler, AGG Corporate & Finance and Privacy & Cybersecurity attorney, to discuss strategies for monitoring regulatory changes in the tech...more
The regulation of digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and video game payment mechanisms, has long been a gray area. Regulatory agencies have struggled to define the extent of their jurisdiction over these rapidly...more
Recent statements by South Africa’s Information Regulator (“IR”) indicate an impending crackdown on data privacy compliance, specifically within the banking and insurance sectors. The IR has announced its intention to enforce...more
In October 2024, the Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) issued new guidance to financial institutions (“FIs”) on best practices for compliance with the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). This guidance outlines...more
Fiserv’s journey to obtain a Merchant Acquirer Limited Purpose Bank (“MALPB”) charter in Georgia stands out for its speed and efficiency. After submitting its application in January 2024, Fiserv received its charter on...more
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (“DORA”), an EU regulation designed to bolster the resilience of financial entities against Information and Communications Technology (“ICT”) risks, entered into force on January 16,...more
In this episode, AGG Women in Tech Law attorneys Jackie Cooney, Allison Raley, and Sara Lord explore the complexities of the False Claims Act ("FCA") and its recent application to cybersecurity. They provide a comprehensive...more
In this episode, Mike Burke, AGG Corporate partner and co-chair of the firm’s International Initiative, is joined by Allison Raley, AGG Emerging Technologies co-chair and Certified Global Sanction Specialist, to analyze U.S....more
In this episode, Mike Burke, AGG Corporate partner and co-chair of the firm’s International Initiative, is joined by Allison Raley, AGG Emerging Technologies co-chair and Certified Global Sanction Specialist, to analyze U.S....more
AGG’s Government Investigations Team Insights provides periodic updates covering legal and regulatory topics. Our team, which includes former federal prosecutors, SEC enforcement attorneys, and federal agency attorneys, has...more
7/23/2024
/ Administrative Authority ,
Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) ,
Artificial Intelligence ,
Drug Trafficking ,
Expert Testimony ,
Expert Witness ,
False Claims Act (FCA) ,
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure ,
Fraud ,
Government Agencies ,
Government Investigations ,
Health Care Providers ,
Jury Trial ,
Medicare ,
Qui Tam ,
Regulatory Authority ,
SCOTUS ,
SEC v Jarkesy ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
Statutory Authority ,
Whistleblowers
Q: What are the primary areas of focus in your practice related to government investigations? A: My practice primarily focuses on defense against enforcement actions brought by regulatory bodies such as the Office of Foreign...more
7/15/2024
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Board of Directors ,
Compliance ,
Compliance Monitoring ,
Consent Order ,
Cybersecurity ,
Enforcement ,
Government Agencies ,
Government Investigations ,
IRS ,
NYDFS ,
Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) ,
Regulatory Standards ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
Transparency