Recently, the U.S. Supreme Court denied certiorari in two cases involving bankruptcy questions:
Under the Act to amend theMining Act and other provisions1 (the “Act”), assented to on November 29, 2024, certain amendments were made to the Mining Act.2
In this bulletin, we will focus on the rules that have been in effect as of the Act’s date of assent concerning the assignment of a mining lease or a mining concession, and those that have been in effect since November 29, 2025, concerning the transfer of an exclusive exploration right (“EER”), formerly known as a claim.
Here’s a curious thing:
- an advisory opinion from a U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on an issue for which there is no controversy and that is mostly academic.
That’s exactly what we have in In re Whittaker Clark & Daniels, Inc., Case Nos. 24-2210 & 24-2211 (3rd Cir., decided September 10, 2025)(see first concurring opinion).##
No Controversy
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (the Act) will overhaul the private rented sector in England and Wales.
Key changes include:
- All tenancies being periodic assured tenancies;
- Changes to the way landlords can obtain possession;
- The application of a Decent Homes Standard to the private rented sector; and
- The creation of a digital private rented sector database.
The Act received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025 and the Government has published a roadmap for phased implementation, with the key reforms commencing on 1 May 2026.
From 18 November 2025, the UK’s new Companies House identity verification (IDV) framework took effect, representing one of the most substantial reforms to corporate administration in recent years. The reforms, introduced under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, aim to enhance corporate transparency and prevent misuse of UK entities.
The Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 (the “Act”) came into force on 2 December 2025, providing helpful statutory confirmation that digital assets may be considered “property” as a matter of law in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The Act, working together with current insolvency law, is a significant step in providing further certainty to investors, lenders, and custodians in the digital asset market.
key takeaways