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US 2026 midterm election early voting and federal tensions

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Latest: United States midterm elections approach amid legal challenges

Early voting for the 2026 United States midterm elections has seen a significant surge, with approximately 28 million ballots cast as of late October—a 37% increase compared to the 2022 midterms. Data from 27 states indi

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AI and data practices impacting consumer pricing

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Latest: U.S. consumers react to AI-driven dynamic pricing in retail

Concerns regarding consumer privacy and fair pricing are intensifying as artificial intelligence and data mining practices evolve. In the United States, legal actions have targeted algorithmic tools, such as Kalibrate an

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Brazil implements ban on online betting and virtual casinos

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Latest: Brazil police investigate death linked to online gambling debts

Brazil’s strategy to manage the betting boom has culminated in a direct prohibition of the sector. In late September 2026, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva signed Provisional Measure No. 1.394 to ban online sports bet

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US voter registration and midterm election developments

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Latest: Louisiana online voter registration deadline is October 13

As the November 3, 2026, midterm elections approach, several states are managing various registration and mail-in ballot procedures. In Maryland, the deadline for online or mail-in registration is October 13, though same