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Womble Perspectives
Hosted by Womble Bond Dickinson · EN
Welcome to Womble Perspectives, where we explore a wide range of topics from the latest legal updates to industry trends to the business of law. Our team of lawyers, professionals and occasional outside guests will take you through the most pressing issues facing businesses today and provide practical and actionable advice to help you navigate the ever-changing legal landscape. With a focus on innovation, collaboration and client service, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and to the communities we serve.
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FDA Loosens the Reins on ‘No Artificial Colors’ Claims
2w ago00:06:28Tap to summarizeToday we’re breaking down a recent regulatory update from the FDA that landed on February 5th, 2026, which deals with how food companies can use the phrase “no artificial colors” on their labels. And even though the laws haven’t changed, the practical impact could be substantial. It’s an update that may seem small on the surface but touches marketing, compliance, and consumer perception all at once.Read the articleUpdate for Big Food: FDA Announces New Policy on “No Artificial Colors” LabelingAbout the authorAl Windham
Transcribe →Rethinking Design Patents for Digital Products
2w ago00:04:59Tap to summarizeToday we’re diving into new supplemental guidance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that could have an effect on how design patents are drafted for digital products. On March 13, 2026, the USPTO published this guidance in the Federal Register specifically addressing design patent applications claiming computer-generated interfaces, icons, and even holograms. Read the articleUSPTO Issues Supplemental Guidance on Design Patents for Computer-Generated Interfaces and IconsAbou the authorsAlex WhartonJacob Wharton
Transcribe →The Algorithm Economy: Emerging Tech, Escalating Risks
2w ago00:07:30Tap to summarizeToday, we’re unpacking findings from the 2026 Womble Bond Dickinson Client Survey, which paints a clear picture of where business leaders are right now. Innovation—especially artificial intelligence—is accelerating faster than the rules meant to govern it. And that gap is creating both opportunity and real risk. Read the articleEmerging Tech, Escalating Risks: What Corporate Leaders Reveal in the Womble Bond Dickinson Client SurveyAbout the authorsTara ChoJohn GrayMark HenriquesChris Jones
Transcribe →Crypto at a Crossroads: Inside the Push for Regulatory Clarity
3w ago00:06:33Tap to summarizeAs crypto assets move deeper into the financial mainstream, the U.S. government is under pressure to create clearer, smarter rules. In this episode, our hosts break down why crypto regulation has been so fragmented, how federal agencies currently divide responsibility, and why Congress may be the key to long‑term clarity. We explore what a risk‑based regulatory framework could look like—and what it means for businesses, investors, and the future of digital assets in the U.S. Read the full articleA Framework for Crypto Asset Regulation About the authorsLouis FroelichJD Uglum
Transcribe →Guardrails for Crypto: California’s Approach
3w ago00:06:58Tap to summarizeCalifornia residents to be licensed—or have an application pending through NMLS—by July 1, 2026. This episode covers who must comply, key consumer protection requirements under AB 39 and SB 401, new rules for crypto kiosks, and what digital asset companies should be doing now to prepare for DFPI oversight. Read the articleCalifornia’s New Digital Financial Assets Law Requires Application for Cryptocurrency Licenses to be Submitted by July 1, 2026 About the authorsAmy Greenwood-FieldDerek W. EdwardsScott J. Hyman, CIPP (US/E), CIPM, CIPTRobert W. Savoie
Transcribe →Psychedelic Therapy Meets Patent Law
4w ago00:04:37Tap to summarizeToday’s episode focuses on a fascinating intersection of science, law, and economics: the rise of psychedelic therapy and the legal frameworks shaping its future. In this era of industrialized capitalism, there are strong incentives to promote products in emerging industries. Intellectual property law has always played a key role in fueling innovation and now, it’s poised to do the same for psychedelic therapies. Read the full articleActualizing Therapy from Psychedelic Compounds Requires Acknowledging the Past Pioneers as well as Encouraging Cooperation from Current Market PlayersAbout the authorBen Bourke
Transcribe →Curiosity at Work: Chris Douglas on Learning, Leadership, and Longevity
May 3000:23:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Womble Perspectives, Chief Recruiting Officer Lori Patton sits down with partner Chris Douglas to explore her two-decade journey at the firm. Chris shares how her passion for learning shaped her path from litigation to leadership.About Chris Douglas
Transcribe →A Street Party That Feeds Thousands
May 2800:19:12Tap to summarizeWhat began as a backyard celebration now draws over a thousand people to support food insecurity in Middle Tennessee. Bill Ramsey takes us inside the evolution of “Ode to Otha” and why community leadership starts with showing up.Tickets: Ode to OthaAbout the event: Ode to Otha: Bill Ramsey Honors Friend & Legendary Musician Otha Turner with Annual Charity Event
Transcribe →Food Safety, Data, and Your Dinner Plate
May 2600:05:10Tap to summarizeFood doesn’t travel a straight line from farm to fork, and when safety issues arise, tracing that journey can be challenging. In this episode, we break down FDA’s Food Traceability Rule, why it was created, and what it means for companies handling higher-risk foods. From past produce outbreaks to new recordkeeping expectations and the extended compliance timeline, we explore how traceability is evolving. And what businesses can do now to prepare for what’s ahead.Read the full articleFrom Farm to Fork: Understanding FDA’s Food TraceabilityAbout the AuthorJennifer German
Transcribe →Why Europe’s Anti-Corruption Directive Changes Everything for Global Companies
May 2300:05:38Tap to summarizeIn April 2026, the European Union adopted a landmark Directive on Combating Corruption, creating the first harmonized criminal anti-corruption framework across all Member States. In this episode, we break down what the Directive does, how it expands corporate liability, why its jurisdictional reach matters for multinational companies, and how it goes further than the FCPA in critical ways. We also discuss why perceived shifts in U.S. enforcement do not justify scaling back compliance—and what companies should be doing now to prepare for the new European enforcement reality.Read the articleThe EU’s New Anti-Corruption Directive—What it Means for Global Companies as FCPA Enforcement ShiftsAbout the authorsLuke CassAudrey N. Karman
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