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RB Global says the HSR waiting period for its BigIron acquisition has ended early, clearing a major closing condition.
The termination satisfies a closing condition, allowing the deal to progress toward completion in 2026.
TradingView reports the deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, subject to standard closing conditions.
The update confirms regulatory progress toward the deal despite pending filings with the SEC.
RB Global’s move removes a regulatory delay, pushing the deal closer to closing in 2026.
Analysts and investors will monitor further regulatory and closing conditions through 2026.
The news is sourced from TradingView’s summary alongside the SEC filing context.
The acquisition move is led by RB Global, with closing anticipated in Q2 2026pending regulatory clearance.
The HSR ruling marks a key milestone in the BigIron deal between RB Global and its targets.
The original SEC filing provides formal documentation of the agreement and timing.

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The FTC may soon scrutinize brand clipping campaigns for disclosure compliance.
Experts say the FTC has not yet started enforcement, but action could come in the future.
Clipping agencies and brands are already using the format across platforms and campaigns.
Some campaigns offer substantial per-view payments, illustrating the scale of clipping work.
Legal counsel for firms emphasizes FTC guidelines apply to disclosures in clipping.
Industry watchers describe clipping as a growing but regulated risk area for brands.
Influencers and platforms have used clipping widely, embedding it in creator economy practices.
The article notes the risk remains theoretical for now, with enforcement actions scarce.
Industry voices urge proactive FTC-compliant practices in creator agreements.

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The FTC is advancing a probe into gender-affirming care for minors as a consumer-protection issue, signaling a broader strategy.
Civil investigative demands were issued to nonprofit groups including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Endocrine Society.
FTC leadership has framed pediatric gender care as a regulatory issue, drawing criticism from advocates and health groups.
Nonprofit groups warn about potential cost and staff burden from investigations, threatening budgets and privacy concerns.
Supporters say the FTC is enforcing consumer-protection norms against misleading practices in health care.
The FTC chair had signaled plans to target what the agency calls deceptive practices in pediatric gender care.
The agency hosted a workshop as part of its push, drawing internal concern about confidentiality and patient data.
Trump-era rhetoric linked to targeted policies on transgender rights has shaped current regulatory actions.
Other federal actions, including DOJ subpoenas and HHS policy shifts, have paralleled the FTC's stance on gender care.

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The FTC issued a second request on April 24, 2026, extending the HSR waiting period for the IonQ-SkyWater merger.
HSR waiting period now runs 30 days after both parties substantially comply, unless extended or terminated earlier.
IonQ and SkyWater plan to respond promptly and remain cooperative with the FTC review.
The mergers are still expected to close in Q2 or Q3 2026, subject to HSR clearance and other conditions.
A related update notes SkyWater Technology’s merger status with IonQ in the context of the FTC review.
FTC Second Request was issued on April 24, 2026, affecting both IonQ and SkyWater's merger timelines.

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