Labor Law Compliance Labor law compliance is becoming a top priority in federal contracting, and the life sciences industry is feeling the effects. With more oversight from the Department of Labor and federal agencies, contractors must show they are meeting rules around wages, workplace safety, benefits, and worker protections. For life sciences companies working on…
Seventeen U.S. state officials are urging BlackRock, State Street, and others to stay committed to ESG investing. The letter warns against abandoning long-term sustainability goals due to political pressure. “We expect you to act in the best interest of long-term investors,” the officials wrote. Who’s Involved? These firms manage trillions in assets. Their ESG policies…
FDA’s Vision for Transparency and Accountability The latest FDA regulatory update is drawing attention across the life sciences and government contracting world. Dr. Marty Makary’s vision of a “New FDA” centers on increasing transparency, streamlining the approval process, and promoting stronger accountability in how medical products reach the market. For contractors tied to federal health…
Despite two rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in 2025, mortgage rates remain stubbornly above 7%. It is leaving many Americans puzzled. The culprit? Lingering inflation fears, bond market volatility, and lender caution. “We expected relief, but the market isn’t responding the way it used to,” said housing economist Dana Rios. What’s the Fed Doing?…
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent comments signal a cautious approach to rate cuts. His speech balanced inflation control with employment softness. This “balanced” stance may seem prudent, but many economists warn it could stall recovery and deepen market uncertainty. “We’re navigating a complex environment where inflation is cooling, but labor markets remain fragile,” Powell…
AI computers are no longer just infrastructure. It’s becoming a commodity. Investors are treating GPU cycles and cloud access as tradable assets. This treatment is much like oil futures or spectrum auctions. This shift could reshape how AI startups scale, how cloud providers price services, and how regulators define digital capital. “Compute is the currency…
Sinclair pulls the plug on late-night satire, triggering backlash, boycotts, and political fire It started with static. Then silence. Then outrage. On September 24, 2025, Sinclair Broadcast Group announced it would preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live! across more than 60 ABC affiliates nationwide. The move was immediate. No warning. No explanation. Just a blackout. The keyword…
Dallas shooting leaves one dead, and a media firestorm ignites over blame, grief, and accountability The rooftop shooter didn’t speak. He didn’t post. He didn’t livestream. But he left a message. Three detainees were shot at an ICE facility in Dallas, Texas on Wednesday morning. One died at the scene. According to the FBI, his…
Why Whistleblower Protections Matter for Contractors Whistleblower protections have become a major focus in U.S. government contracting. The federal government wants employees at every level to feel safe reporting fraud, waste, or abuse without fear of retaliation. For contractors, this means accountability is no longer just about compliance with rules—it’s also about creating a workplace…
As gold prices soar, wealthy Americans flee political unrest for northern stability The border checkpoint at British Columbia glows under a golden dusk. Brake lights shimmer on wet pavement. A gold coin rests on the trunk of a luxury sedan. And a figure in a hooded coat waits to cross. This is the new migration.…