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Newmark Facilitates Sale and Financing of Office and Retail Components at The Pointe at Polaris in Columbus, Ohio
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Newmark Group posted the following news release:
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Newmark Facilitates Sale and Financing of Office and Retail Components at The Pointe at Polaris in Columbus, Ohio
Newmark announces the Company has facilitated the sale and acquisition financing of the office and retail components of The Pointe at Polaris, a top-of-market mixed-use asset located in the Polaris submarket of Columbus, Ohio. The property was acquired by DFWLAND from a joint venture between VanTrust Real Estate and NP Limited Partnership.
A Newmark Capital Markets team, including Senior Managing Director
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NEW YORK, April 30 -- Newmark Group posted the following news release:
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Newmark Facilitates Sale and Financing of Office and Retail Components at The Pointe at Polaris in Columbus, Ohio
Newmark announces the Company has facilitated the sale and acquisition financing of the office and retail components of The Pointe at Polaris, a top-of-market mixed-use asset located in the Polaris submarket of Columbus, Ohio. The property was acquired by DFWLAND from a joint venture between VanTrust Real Estate and NP Limited Partnership.
A Newmark Capital Markets team, including Senior Managing DirectorDerek Fohl, Executive Managing Director Jim Postweiler, Senior Managing Director Peter Harwood and Associate Director Jack Trager, in collaboration with Executive Vice President Jim Clark, represented seller VanTrust Real Estate in the transaction. Vice Chairman Gary Carr advised the buyer, DFWLAND, while Executive Managing Director Ari Schwartzbard and Vice Chairman Bill Weber arranged the financing. Associate Jake Paschen provided analytical support for the transaction.
"The Pointe at Polaris is a best-in-class mixed-use asset that reflects the quality VanTrust delivers nationwide," said Fohl. "We're seeing increased competition for institutional-quality assets as capital continues to target long-term value."
"Strong collaboration across teams was critical to the success of this transaction," said Schwartzbard. "The close alignment between debt and investment sales groups ensured a seamless process from start to finish and a favorable outcome for all parties. We're grateful for the partnership and execution of the entire team."
Strategically positioned along Polaris Parkway, The Pointe at Polaris comprises 212,366 square feet of trophy office space and 33,071 square feet of curated retail space, complemented by luxury residential offerings. The property's office component is fully leased to a diverse roster of established tenants, including Bank of America, Fiserv, Power Home Remodeling and Employers Health, while the retail portion is also fully leased to a mix of popular concepts such as Kitchen Social, Condado Tacos, Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea and Club Pilates.
"The Pointe at Polaris represents exactly the kind of institutional-quality, mixed-use development that VanTrust and our partner NP Limited Partnership set out to create -- a fully leased, amenity-rich asset that serves both tenants and the surrounding community at the highest level," said Jeff Dillon, Chief Investment Officer of VanTrust Real Estate. "We're proud of what we built in the Polaris submarket and are pleased to see it transition to a buyer who shares our appreciation for long-term value. We're grateful to the Newmark team for their professionalism and market expertise throughout this process, and the DFWLAND team was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. We wish them great success with the asset."
The Pointe at Polaris offers seamless connectivity via Interstate 71 and sits within one of suburban Columbus' most active commercial corridors, known for its concentration of retail, dining and employment centers. The asset further benefits from its immediate proximity to Polaris Fashion Place, one of the region's most prominent retail destinations and a key driver of sustained tenant demand. The surrounding area continues to see strong interest from both tenants and investors, reinforcing Polaris as a preferred destination within the region.
"The acquisition of The Pointe at Polaris adds another top-tier investment to our growing portfolio of high-yielding, income-producing assets," said Vijay Borra, Chief Executive Officer of DFWLAND. "We are excited to gain entry into the Columbus market with this acquisition and thank the seller, VanTrust, for offering us another exciting investment opportunity."
"We selected The Pointe at Polaris as it encompasses sought-after office and retail tenants in a multi-use environment that includes multifamily and a hotel," added Brian Rosen, Chief Investment Officer of DFWLAND. "This opportunity fits in with our thesis of acquiring well-located office and retail assets in growing MSAs across the U.S."
This is the second time in the past year that Newmark has assisted DFWLAND with a key acquisition in the Midwest. The team previously worked with the same buyer in the $100 million acquisition of Park Place Village, a premier mixed-use asset in Suburban Kansas City.
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About Newmark
Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, Newmark generated revenues of nearly $3.3 billion. As of December 31, 2025, Newmark and its business partners together operated from approximately 175 offices with over 9,300 professionals across four continents. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.
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Discussion of Forward-Looking Statements about Newmark
Statements in this document regarding Newmark that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These include statements about the Company's business, results, financial position, liquidity, and outlook, which may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to the risk that the actual impact may differ, possibly materially, from what is currently expected. Except as required by law, Newmark undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. For a discussion of additional risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see Newmark's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including, but not limited to, the risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information set forth in these filings and any updates to such risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information contained in subsequent reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q or Form 8-K.
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Original text here: https://www.nmrk.com/insights/press-releases/newmark-facilitates-sale-and-financing-of-office-and-retail-components-at-the-pointe-at-polaris-in-columbus-ohio
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Lockheed Martin Completes Critical Production Milestone for Next-Generation GPS IIIF Satellites
BETHESDA, Maryland, April 30 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin Completes Critical Production Milestone for Next-Generation GPS IIIF Satellites
GPS IIIF satellites continue to flow through streamlined production line where the company is adding new capabilities quickly, reducing cost and accelerating timelines.
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DENVER - Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has successfully completed the "core mate" phase of GPS IIIF Space Vehicle 11 (GPS IIIF SV11), a critical production milestone that marks the satellite's formal "birth."
Why it
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BETHESDA, Maryland, April 30 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Lockheed Martin posted the following news release:
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Lockheed Martin Completes Critical Production Milestone for Next-Generation GPS IIIF Satellites
GPS IIIF satellites continue to flow through streamlined production line where the company is adding new capabilities quickly, reducing cost and accelerating timelines.
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DENVER - Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has successfully completed the "core mate" phase of GPS IIIF Space Vehicle 11 (GPS IIIF SV11), a critical production milestone that marks the satellite's formal "birth."
Why itMatters
Continued manufacturing and deployment of these next-generation GPS spacecraft is essential to maintaining reliable global coverage, with the GPS IIIF block introducing a suite of new capabilities that further strengthens the constellation's resilience. GPS IIIF satellites are equipped with Regional Military Protection, improving anti-jamming capability by more than sixty times, giving warfighters a decisive edge against sophisticated electronic warfare threats.
GPS IIIF SV11 is the third GPS IIIF satellite to complete the core mate phase, after SV13 and SV14 completed core mate last year. GPS IIIF SV11 will be the first IIIF satellite to launch.
"Core mate of SV11 showcases the production momentum behind the next-generation GPS IIIF satellites as we continue to invest in advanced manufacturing," said Christina Mancinelli, vice president of Global Communications & Navigation at Lockheed Martin. "With three GPS IIIF satellites past core mate, we've taken pivotal steps toward accelerating production, ensuring we're delivering critical next-generation resiliency capabilities to the GPS constellation at the pace warfighters need to protect our nation."
The SV11 satellite is also M-Code-enabled, providing an encrypted, anti-spoofing signal that strengthens positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) capabilities for military users globally. Additionally, SV11 is equipped with a new search and rescue payload that will allow first responders to navigate to emergencies in remote locations.
With an eye on strengthening GPS, all GPS IIIF satellites starting with SV13 will be built on the evolved LM2100 Combat Bus(TM), which adds additional cyber-hardening and improved spacecraft power, propulsion and electronics. These vehicles are equipped with extra size, weight and power, providing flexibility to integrate additional payloads quickly onto future space vehicles.
GPS IIIF satellites are manufactured at Lockheed Martin's Denver, Colorado facility, where the company is accelerating production through the use of augmented reality and digital twins. Lockheed Martin is currently under contract through GPS IIIF SV22 and recently completed all launches of GPS III space vehicles.
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About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security(R) vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at LockheedMartin.com.
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Original text here: https://news.lockheedmartin.com/2026-04-29-Lockheed-Martin-Completes-Critical-Production-Milestone-for-Next-Generation-GPS-IIIF-Satellites
Hooper, Lundy and Bookman Issues Commentary: FDA and CMS Coordinate to Streamline Medicare Coverage for Certain New Medical Devices
LOS ANGELES, California, April 30 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following commentary on April 29, 2026, by associate Caitlin Callahan:
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FDA and CMS coordinate to streamline Medicare coverage for certain new medical devices
Last week, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the creation of the Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device (RAPID) coverage pathway, a new initiative intended to synchronize the two agencies' respective market authorization and Medicare coverage approval processes.
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LOS ANGELES, California, April 30 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following commentary on April 29, 2026, by associate Caitlin Callahan:
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FDA and CMS coordinate to streamline Medicare coverage for certain new medical devices
Last week, the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the creation of the Regulatory Alignment for Predictable and Immediate Device (RAPID) coverage pathway, a new initiative intended to synchronize the two agencies' respective market authorization and Medicare coverage approval processes.This new pathway could mean that device innovators are able to obtain Medicare National Coverage Determinations as early as two months after FDA authorization--a substantial acceleration to the timeline that can reach a year or more under the current paradigm. By speeding up this process, regulators anticipate that RAPID will facilitate timely access to newly approved medical devices for Medicare beneficiaries.
Eligible Devices
Only certain Class II (moderate to high risk criteria) and Class III (high risk) Breakthrough Devices will be eligible for the RAPID coverage pathway. The Breakthrough Device designation, an existing program already intended to speed up device approval timelines, includes products that are determined to provide more effective treatment or diagnosis of life-threatening or irreversibly debilitating human diseases or conditions. To participate in the RAPID pathway, qualifying Class II and Class III Breakthrough Devices must also: (1) in the case of a Class II device, participate in the FDA's Total Product Life Cycle Advisory Program (TAP), a voluntary pilot program intended to facilitate early engagement between regulators, manufacturers, and other key parties, (2) address unmet medical needs among Medicare beneficiaries, and (3) be the subject of an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) study that enrolls Medicare beneficiaries.
NCD Process
Historically, companies have experienced a lag between the FDA market authorization and the CMS National Coverage Determination (NCD) process. Although NCDs are not a prerequisite to Medicare coverage, an NCD establishes consistent national coverage criteria. Medicare's NCD process typically proceeds subsequent to FDA authorization. The lag between the two processes can be due, at least in part, to sponsors' lack of awareness that different clinical evidence may be needed for each, independent process. Innovators may not learn, until after they obtain FDA market authorization, that the evidence they have collected to demonstrate that the product is safe and effective for FDA approval is insufficient to demonstrate that the same product is reasonable and necessary for Medicare beneficiaries to obtain NCD coverage--prompting more research and further delays.
The RAPID pathway is intended to facilitate better coordination between FDA and CMS in two ways. First, the two process timelines will be better aligned: CMS will issue a proposed NCD the same day that the device receives FDA market authorization, triggering the 30-day public comment period. And second, CMS will engage with device sponsors during the premarket review process, advising them on the clinical outcomes most relevant for the NCD process. That way, sponsors may be able to use evidence generated for FDA review to better support Medicare national coverage determinations.
Takeaways
Getting a device to market and obtaining Medicare coverage can be thought of as two distinct, disparate processes, but they are both critical to the success of a new product. Instead of focusing on each process in succession, the RAPID pathway may help device sponsors to strategize obtaining the premarket evidence necessary for FDA approval and an NCD concurrently. Regulators anticipate that this cross-agency coordination and the opportunities for earlier engagement with regulators in both agencies will improve predictability and efficiency for sponsors throughout the device development lifecycle and, ultimately, speed up access to new technology for Medicare beneficiaries.
There are many open questions about implementation, however, including how both agencies will adapt to this additional workload. HLB will track additional information as it becomes available, including monitoring risks for sponsors not apparent from the agencies' press release and evaluating how the RAPID pathway will differ in practice from existing pathways, like the Transitional Coverage for Emerging Technologies (TCET) Pathway.
The RAPID pathway will not go into effect immediately. In the near term, CMS will issue a Federal Register notice describing the proposed RAPID coverage pathway. A public comment period on that proposed procedural notice will open for 60 days, and device sponsors should consider providing comment on the proposal to CMS during that window. Potential candidates for the RAPID pathway should also review CMS' notice to begin considering how to demonstrate eligibility for the initiative's requirements. Importantly, the TCET Pathway will not be available to new candidates, at least temporarily, as RAPID is rolled out; innovators who were planning to use that pathway should consider their candidacy for the RAPID pathway in the alternative.
We will provide an update when the docket opens for public comment on this new pathway. If you have questions regarding opportunities or implications for your organization in the context of this announcement, please contact Caitlin Callahan, Katrina Pagonis, Andrea Frey, Claire Ernst, or your regular Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, P.C. contact.
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Caitlin Callahan
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Original text here: https://hooperlundy.com/fda-and-cms-coordinate-to-streamline-medicare-coverage-for-certain-new-medical-devices/
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Gartner Survey Finds Technology Integration and Talent Perceived as Key Roadblocks to Scaling AI in Supply Chain
STAMFORD, Connecticut, April 30 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Survey Finds Technology Integration and Talent Perceived as Key Roadblocks to Scaling AI in Supply Chain
Analysts to Discuss Strategies to Build AI-Native Supply Chains at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo
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More than half (56%) of chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) say integrating AI with legacy systems and processes is a major challenge, and 50% say that they have limited internal expertise or talent to implement and manage AI, according
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STAMFORD, Connecticut, April 30 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Survey Finds Technology Integration and Talent Perceived as Key Roadblocks to Scaling AI in Supply Chain
Analysts to Discuss Strategies to Build AI-Native Supply Chains at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo
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More than half (56%) of chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) say integrating AI with legacy systems and processes is a major challenge, and 50% say that they have limited internal expertise or talent to implement and manage AI, accordingto a survey from Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company.
Gartner surveyed 140 senior supply chain leaders from organizations with annual revenues of $250 million or more from October to November, 2025. The survey aimed to assess the performance of supply chain leaders and the evolving impact of AI on supply chain performance, and to explore readiness for AI-native supply chains.
"The pressure to demonstrate quick results often leads supply chain leaders to settle for AI as a tool for incremental improvements to legacy workflows," said Snigdha Dewal, Director Analyst in Gartner's Supply Chain practice. "However, our research shows that the greatest friction point in scaling AI today isn't the technology itself, but the legacy environments in which it is being deployed."
Gartner defines an AI-native supply chain as a supply chain operating model that is designed from the ground up to leverage AI, rather than simply adding AI-driven functionality to existing, traditional workflows.
"Bolting AI onto an analog-era foundation only locks in existing inefficiencies and yields local optimizations," added Dewal. "Leading CSCOs are reimagining the supply chain operating model, associated team roles and the supporting technology layer to build AI-native supply chains."
The AI-Native Supply Chain
As part of the survey analysis, Gartner identified a group of "AI leaders" that are actively trying to scale AI across their supply chains and are developing advanced AI capabilities. These leaders are also seeing above average returns from their AI investments.
Early lessons from these leaders show that investing in AI means the tech-adjacent organizational layers will also need to evolve. To successfully put themselves on the path to an AI-native future, today's CSCOs will need to transform their supply chains in three important areas (see Figure 1).
Figure 1: Three Action Areas for CSCOs to Build AI-Native Foundations
1. Reimagine the Supply Chain Operating Model: AI leaders are moving beyond using AI to optimize existing processes, instead reimagining entire operating models around AI-driven workflows. By redesigning end-to-end processes now, leaders are also modeling how decision making processes will change and determining the right level of autonomy for the future.
2. Redesign the Organizational Structure: Leading CSCOs are redesigning organizational structures by retiring legacy roles, creating AI-centric positions, and evolving job models. Instead of bolting AI onto existing roles, they are defining new, flexible roles aligned to AI-driven workflows that expand human impact and unlock the full value of AI.
3. Restructure the Technology Layer: Leaders should deliberately evolve--rather than replace--their tech stacks, building a unified data layer and agentic layer that sits atop legacy systems. The desired future state should be an agile, composable architecture that can independently and iteratively evolve with new business requirements. This process will need to establish AI governance and safeguards in parallel, to support responsible scaling and mitigate data security risks.
Gartner clients can read more in the full report: Supply Chain Executive Report: Build an AI-Native Foundation for Future Competitive Advantage (https://www.gartner.com/document-reader/document/7635029). Nonclients can learn more in: The AI-Native Supply Chain (https://www.gartner.com/en/supply-chain/trends/ai-native-supply-chain).
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Gartner is the World Authority on AI
Gartner is an indispensable partner to C-Level executives and technology providers as they implement AI strategies to achieve their mission-critical priorities. The independence and objectivity of Gartner insights provide clients with the confidence to make informed decisions and unlock the full potential of AI. Clients across the C-Level are using Gartner's proprietary AskGartner AI tool to determine how to leverage AI in their business. With more than 2,500 business and technology experts, 6,000 written insights, as well as more than 4,000 AI use cases and case studies, Gartner is the world authority on AI. More information can be found here.
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About Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo
Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo is the world's most important gathering of CSCOs and supply chain executives. Explore how CSCOs predict disruptions, achieve visibility, and lead with AI and innovation. Gain insights from Gartner experts and peers on rethinking models, integrating technology and designing resilient, future-ready supply chains.
The next Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpos will take place in:
Orlando: May 4-6
Barcelona: May 18-20
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About the Gartner Supply Chain Practice
The Gartner Supply Chain Practice provides actionable, objective insights for supply chain leaders and their teams, so they can respond to disruption and innovate for the future through leading-edge supply chain management practices. Additional information is available at https://www.gartner.com/en/supply-chain. Follow news and updates from the Gartner Supply Chain Practice on LinkedIn and X using #GartnerSC. Visit the Gartner Supply Chain Newsroom for more information and insights.
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Original text here: https://www.gartner.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2026-04-29-gartner-survey-finds-technology-integration-and-talent-perceived-as-key-roadblocks-to-scaling-ai-in-supply-chain
[Category: BizConsulting]
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: In-House Counsel Asks California Appeals Court To Resolve CIPA Privacy Questions Amid Digital Wiretapping Litigation Flood
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 30 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on April 29, 2026:
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In-House Counsel Asks California Appeals Court To Resolve CIPA Privacy Questions Amid Digital Wiretapping Litigation Flood
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is urging the California Court of Appeal to resolve growing questions around whether the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) should be applied to commonplace technologies like cookies and tracking pixels. The decades-old California privacy law is driving tens of thousands of arbitrations, demand letters, and lawsuits
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ATLANTA, Georgia, April 30 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on April 29, 2026:
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In-House Counsel Asks California Appeals Court To Resolve CIPA Privacy Questions Amid Digital Wiretapping Litigation Flood
The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) is urging the California Court of Appeal to resolve growing questions around whether the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) should be applied to commonplace technologies like cookies and tracking pixels. The decades-old California privacy law is driving tens of thousands of arbitrations, demand letters, and lawsuitsagainst businesses that use basic website tracking tools. This trend is draining time and resources from in-house counsel trying to advise their businesses across the country, ACC told the court in an amicus brief April 8. Without clarity on CIPA, in-house counsel will continue to be pulled away from other essential legal compliance work and businesses will be forced to seek court orders just to operate their websites. The brief, drafted by FP's Usama Kahf, Darcey Groden, and David Shannon on behalf of ACC, argues that the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) should be governing California's privacy regime, as it explicitly addresses website data sharing and cookie usage. The brief shines a light on the litigation minefield businesses with California-based customers are navigating when it comes to privacy compliance and how it's impacting their real-world operations. This Insight will cover everything you need to know about the issue and how it could potentially affect your business.
How Did We Get Here?
CIPA was enacted in 1967 to address wiretapping and eavesdropping. It contains broad language banning "intercepting" communications without consent and prohibits "pen registers" and "trap and trace devices" absent a court order. Because CIPA predates the modern internet, it contains no clear statutory provisions or legal guidance tailored to website tracking technologies or regulations.
CIPA was amended in 2015 to prohibit use of "pen registers" and "trap and trace" devices without a court order. Although the internet and website tracking technology was in wide use at the time, this 2015 amendment said nothing about website cookies and pixels, as the devices it prohibits are historically used by law enforcement to attach to a physical telephone line. And even the process this amendment spelled out for obtaining a court order to install these devices appears to be limited to telephone lines.
Plaintiffs across the country have been filing thousands of lawsuits against websites visited by California residents. They argue that routine digital tools and software like cookies, pixels, session replay, chat widgets, search bars, and ADA accessibility tools fall into the category of illegal "pen registers" or "trap and trace devices" under CIPA because they capture information without consumer consent.
This tidal wave of litigation has split California courts, making it nearly impossible for businesses to understand their compliance obligations without constantly monitoring evolving case law. "What we are left with is a whole bunch of conflicting court opinions applying the law to new technology," said FP's Kahf, who helped draft the amicus brief submitted in Variety Media, LLC v. Superior Court (Rose). "Every court is coming out differently. Same complaints, same courthouse, two different judges, two different outcomes."
The resulting confusion has only further fueled the litigation trend, and in turn, drained in-house counsel by pulling them away from other essential compliance duties.
"Every demand letter has to be evaluated. Someone has to determine next steps, hire outside counsel, inform the business of what's happening, etcetera," said Susanna McDonald, vice president and chief legal officer at ACC. "It takes hours out of a person's day that they could be using to develop and enforce compliance programs and helping the business be a better corporate citizen."
Clogging Up The Courts
At the heart of these cases, including the Variety Media case pending before the appeals court, plaintiffs are alleging that cookies, pixels and other metadata tools on websites should be treated as pen registers or trap and trace devices under CIPA. Under the statute's original design, pen registers and similar wiretapping technologies were law enforcement surveillance tools that must be authorized via a court order. If the appeals court found that cookies and tracking pixels were pen registers, then companies will be forced to request court orders just to use these commonplace tools on their websites, ACC said.
"Are the courts prepared to handle an avalanche of applications for court orders to approve installation of pixels on websites?" FP's Kahf said. However, if the court were to side with Variety, which argues that cookies and tracking technology aren't pen registers under CIPA, the ruling could limit similar claims against other businesses.
ACC's Request to the Court
The courts should recognize the CCPA as the intended law for regulating online privacy and website data collection and sharing, the ACC said in its brief, because it was enacted expressly to address issues related to consumer privacy and data disclosure. CIPA, on the other hand, makes "no mention of website data and cookies," and is being stretched beyond its original purpose. Interpreting CIPA to cover the same website technologies as the CCPA would also conflict with the opt-out and disclosure rights established under CCPA, making some of its rules largely meaningless.
Businesses that operate websites should also have all the necessary oversight and information to comply with the CCPA through the law's regulatory process and oversight agency, the California Privacy Protection Agency. "The attempts to overlay CIPA on top of California's online privacy regulatory regime leaves in-house counsel in the dark on how to avoid CIPA allegations while simultaneously complying with the CCPA's comprehensive requirements," the brief said.
Staying On Top of Privacy Litigation
Website privacy litigation under CIPA, as well as other federal and state privacy laws, is rapidly evolving. For a fuller picture of digital wiretapping litigation trends nationwide, visit our Digital Wiretapping Litigation Map, which tracks related cases across all 50 states.
FP's years of experience advising businesses on consumer privacy issues and work litigating cases tied to website and app technologies was key in its partnership with ACC. If you have any questions about how to ensure your business is compliant with CIPA and other privacy laws, contact a member of our Privacy and Cyber Practice Group or Digital Wiretapping Litigation Team.
Conclusion
We will continue to monitor developments related to this litigation, so make sure you are subscribed to Fisher Phillips' Insight System to get the most up-to-date information. If you have questions, contact your Fisher Phillips attorney, the authors of this Insight, or any member of our Privacy and Cyber Practice Group or Digital Wiretapping Litigation Team.
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Original text here: https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/in-house-counsel-asks-california-appeals-court-to-resolve-cipa-privacy-questions
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Expanding Access to Clinical Research: Walmart Healthcare Research Institute and Care Access Open First Locations in Texas and Georgia
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, April 30 -- Walmart issued the following news:
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Expanding Access to Clinical Research: Walmart Healthcare Research Institute and Care Access Open First Locations in Texas and Georgia
Healthcare can feel out of reach when it is not easy to access or does not fit into everyday life. Similar challenges exist in clinical research, where opportunities are often far from the communities they are meant to serve and participation can be difficult to navigate. At Walmart, we see a different path forward, one where the future of health and medicine is built not only in major
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BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, April 30 -- Walmart issued the following news:
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Expanding Access to Clinical Research: Walmart Healthcare Research Institute and Care Access Open First Locations in Texas and Georgia
Healthcare can feel out of reach when it is not easy to access or does not fit into everyday life. Similar challenges exist in clinical research, where opportunities are often far from the communities they are meant to serve and participation can be difficult to navigate. At Walmart, we see a different path forward, one where the future of health and medicine is built not only in majormedical centers, but closer to home, in the communities where people live and move through their day.
Walmart Healthcare Research Institute (WHRI) was created with a clear purpose, to expand access to clinical trials and research and help improve care for underserved communities. Historically, research has not reflected the full diversity of the population. Many individuals have been excluded due to barriers like distance, time and cost. By meeting people where they are, WHRI helps remove those barriers and create more opportunities for participation and helps improve care for underserved communities.
Over the next month, WHRI and Care Access will open their first clinical research locations in Houston and Tyler, Texas, and Dalton, Georgia, part of a new effort known as the Clinical Trial Center by Walmart and Care Access. These locations open the door to something new for the community, bringing clinical trials into everyday spaces, closer to where people live, shop and spend their time. While these spaces may look like traditional clinics from the outside, they represent something new. They bring medical innovation directly into the community. Located at the front of Walmart stores, many customers will pass by them as part of their daily routines, creating simple, everyday opportunities to learn about clinical research and consider participating in ways that may not have felt possible before.
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"For many, taking part in clinical research has never been about willingness, it has been about access. Distance, time and awareness have made participation feel out of reach. We have a chance to rethink how research is delivered by bringing it closer to home and into trusted places people visit daily. When we do that, we expand access, improve the quality of research and help shape the future of medicine for communities everywhere."
- Emily Aaronson, MD, MPH, Chief Medical Officer, Walmart
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At launch, these new locations will focus on heart and brain health, conditions that affect countless individuals today. Care Access will operate and conduct community health screenings and clinical trials at each location, with WHRI supporting research awareness and accessibility through Walmart's footprint and reach. Together, they are focused on helping individuals better understand their health, explore available research opportunities and make informed decisions about if it's right for them. Individuals interested in screening can sign up to participate on-site.
Walmart has long been part of the communities it serves. From pharmacies to wellness services, customers rely on Walmart as a trusted partner in their health journey. The Clinical Trial Center by Walmart and Care Access is building on that foundation by connecting clinical research to those same trusted spaces and making it feel more relevant to everyday life.
"This collaboration represents a new way of delivering clinical research," said Ahmad Namvargolian, CEO and Co-Founder of Care Access. "By combining Care Access's proven research model and experience with Walmart's reach and community presence, we can help more people take part in clinical trials and accelerate the insights that lead to better treatments."
As the Clinical Trial Center by Walmart and Care Access continues to grow, it will expand access to clinical research in more communities and help more people take part in the future of healthcare. When more people take part in research, it helps lead to better insights and more effective care for everyone.
Find more information about clinical research location openings and participation details on the WHRI website.
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Original text here: https://corporate.walmart.com/news/2026/04/29/expanding-access-to-clinical-research-walmart-healthcare-research-institute-and-care-access-open-first-locations-in-texas-and-georgia
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Cumulus Media Reports Operating Results for the First Quarter
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 30 -- Cumulus Media, an audio-first media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026:
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Cumulus Media Reports Operating Results for the First Quarter 2026
Cumulus Media Inc. (OTC: CMLS.Q) (the "Company," "Cumulus Media," "we," "us," or "our") today announced operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2026.
Mary G. Berner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cumulus Media, said, "We are pleased to report first quarter earnings. The Court's recent approval of our reorganization plan marks a pivotal milestone in
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ATLANTA, Georgia, April 30 -- Cumulus Media, an audio-first media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026:
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Cumulus Media Reports Operating Results for the First Quarter 2026
Cumulus Media Inc. (OTC: CMLS.Q) (the "Company," "Cumulus Media," "we," "us," or "our") today announced operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2026.
Mary G. Berner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cumulus Media, said, "We are pleased to report first quarter earnings. The Court's recent approval of our reorganization plan marks a pivotal milestone instrengthening our financial foundation and positioning the Company to compete in the evolving media landscape. While we await FCC approval of the plan, we remain focused on leveraging our core strengths to drive long-term value creation."
Pending Chapter 11 Reorganization
As previously announced, on March 4 and 5, 2026, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries filed voluntary petitions to commence prepackaged Chapter 11 proceedings (the "Chapter 11 Cases") in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas (the "Bankruptcy Court"). On April 13, 2026, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries filed the Modified Joint Prepackaged Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization of Cumulus Media Inc. and Its Debtor Affiliates (as may be amended or supplemented from time to time in accordance with its terms, the "Plan"). On April 15, 2026, the Bankruptcy Court entered an order confirming the Plan. The Company expects that the effective date of the Plan will occur once all conditions precedent to the Plan, including, without limitation, the receipt of FCC approval and any other necessary regulatory approvals, have been satisfied or waived. The Chapter 11 Cases are being jointly administered under the caption In re Cumulus Media, et al., Case No. 26-90346. Additional information regarding the Chapter 11 Cases is available at www.cumulus.com/restructuring.
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Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this release may constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws. Such statements are statements other than historical fact and relate to our intent, belief or current expectations primarily with respect to our future operating, financial, and strategic performance and our plans and objectives. Any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ from those contained in or implied by the forward-looking statements as a result of various factors. Such factors include, among others, risks and uncertainties related to our ability to obtain the receipt of FCC approval of the Plan and to satisfy or obtain waivers of the other conditions precedent to the Plan's effectiveness, and the timing thereof, the implementation of our strategic operating plans, the continued uncertain financial and economic conditions, the rapidly changing and competitive media industry, and the economy in general. We are subject to additional risks and uncertainties described in our quarterly and annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time, including in the "Risk Factors," and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections contained therein. You should not rely on forward-looking statements since they involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond the Company's control, and the unexpected occurrence or failure to occur of any such events or matters could cause our actual results, performance, financial condition or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Cumulus Media assumes no responsibility to update any forward-looking statements, which are based upon expectations as of the date hereof, as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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About Cumulus Media
Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month -- wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 393 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, AP News, and the Academy of Country Music Awards, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences.
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Original text: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/2026/04/29/cumulus-media-reports-operating-results-for-the-first-quarter-2026/
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