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• international regulatory or governing bodies may gain increased influence over the management and regulation of the domain name registration system, leading to increased regulation in areas such as taxation, privacy, data protection, cybersecurity and the monitoring of our customers' hosted content;

Legal and regulatory frameworks related to the use of AI are rapidly evolving, as regulation of the use of AI continues to be considered and adopted by various U.S. and international governmental and regulatory entities. Any failure by us …

… If our efforts to comply with new laws, regulations, and standards differ from the activities intended by regulatory or governing bodies due to ambiguities related to their application and practice, regulatory authorities may initiate legal proceedings against us and our …

• differing regulatory and legal requirements and possible enactment of additional regulations or restrictions on the use, import, or re-export of our platforms or the provision of services, which could delay, restrict, or prevent the sale or use of our platforms and services in some jurisdictions;

• Regulatory risks, including remaining in good standing with existing regulatory bodies or receiving any necessary approvals, as well as being subject to new regulators with oversight over an acquired business;

… The CFPB’s authority to change or interpret regulations adopted in the past by other regulators, or to rescind or alter past regulatory guidance, could increase our compliance costs and litigation exposure. If the CFPB or other similar regulatory bodies …

… and our customers and suppliers, to keep pace with evolving regulations and industry standards. In the U.S., the EU, and China, there are various current and proposed regulatory frameworks relating to cybersecurity, AI development, and the deployment of automation …

AI‑related laws, regulations and national and regional governmental policies are rapidly evolving and inconsistent across jurisdictions. New and existing frameworks in the United States, the European Union and China - including the EU AI Act’s risk‑based approach - may …

• Financial regulatory reform stemming from the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 and the many regulations mandated by that Act, including regulations issued by, and the supervisory and investigative authority of, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) with respect to enumerated federal consumer financial laws and unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices (“UDAAP”);

… accordance with Section 310 of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act (Public Law 115-174), and any regulations, standards, or criteria established pursuant to such laws or regulations, including the ongoing validation and approval of the use …

… Inconsistency of regulations may also affect the costs of compliance with such laws and regulations. Assessments of the potential impact of future climate change legislation, regulation, and international treaties and accords are uncertain, given the wide scope of potential regulatory …

Our sales may decline if we are unable to obtain government authorization to export certain of our products, and we may be subject to legal and regulatory consequences if we do not comply with applicable export control laws and regulations.

… Failure to comply with applicable regulatory requirements could restrict or stop the flow of products into or out of various jurisdictions from us or our customers. In China, the National Medical Products Administration controls and regulates healthcare products manufacturing, and …

… cybersecurity and AI-related regulations and to modify and enhance our information systems and controls. Our liability insurance may not be sufficient in type or amount to cover us against all claims related to privacy violations or regulatory non-compliance.

… Current and prospective customers in those industries may be required to comply with more stringent regulations to use our products and services. In addition, regulatory agencies may impose requirements that we may not meet. Customers in these heavily-regulated industries …

… The regulatory framework governing the use of AI Technologies is rapidly evolving. Existing laws and regulations, such as data privacy and antitrust regimes, may apply to us or our customers in new ways, and many U.S. federal, state and …

• changes in laws, industry standards, regulations or regulatory enforcement in the United States or internationally;

• our ability to comply with telecommunications-related regulations, and the impact of future legislative or regulatory actions;

Furthermore, laws and regulations focused on the use and provision of AI or machine learning technologies may impose certain obligations on us and could result in monetary penalties or other regulatory actions. The regulatory framework for AI continues to evolve …

… Compliance with ever-changing regulations is complex and time consuming. We may experience delays in implementing procedures to address the changing regulatory requirements.

• Existing regulations and policies, changes thereto, and new regulations and policies may present technical, regulatory, and economic barriers to the purchase and use of PV solar products, which may significantly reduce demand for our modules.

Existing regulations and policies, changes thereto, and new regulations and policies may present technical, regulatory, and economic barriers to the purchase and use of PV solar products, which may significantly reduce demand for our modules.

• We are subject to stringent and changing data privacy and security laws, rules, regulations, and other obligations. These areas could damage our reputation, deter customers, affect product design, or result in legal or regulatory proceedings and liability.

We are subject to stringent and changing data privacy and security laws, rules, regulations and other obligations. These areas could damage our reputation, deter current and potential customers, affect our product design, or result in legal or regulatory proceedings and liability.

The rapid evolution of AI, including potential government regulation of AI, may require significant additional resources related to AI in our solutions. Our AI-related initiatives may result in new or enhanced governmental or regulatory

… These legal and regulatory regimes, including the laws, rules and regulations thereunder, evolve frequently and may be modified, interpreted and applied in an inconsistent manner from one jurisdiction to another, and may conflict with one another. Moreover, the timing and …

New technology trends, such as AI, require us to keep pace with evolving regulations and industry standards. In the United States (including in individual states), the European Union, and China, there are various current and proposed regulatory frameworks relating to …

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… compliance costs; regulatory penalties, fines, civil or criminal sanctions, and other legal liabilities; and reputational challenges. Compliance with, or our failure, or the failure of our third-party sales channel partners or agents, to comply with, laws, regulations, or industry …

The technology industry is subject to intense media, political, and regulatory scrutiny, which can increase our exposure to reputational hazards, government investigations and measures aimed at addressing market and other challenges, legal actions, and penalties. Although we have policies, controls …

… policy and the regulatory positions taken in other non-U.S. jurisdictions. Not only is there uncertainty due to the patchwork of environmental, social, and governance-related laws and regulations (especially as they may sometimes conflict), but also there remains …

If we were to violate or become liable or subject to enforcement action under laws or regulations associated with any of the above laws or regulations, we could incur substantial costs or be exposed to potential regulatory fines, civil or …

… Current and prospective customers in those industries may be required to comply with more stringent regulations to subscribe to and/or implement our services. In addition, regulatory agencies may impose requirements on third-party vendors that we may not meet …

… Actual or perceived non-compliance with those laws, regulations, or the terms of our region-specific service offerings may result in investigations or proceedings against us by regulatory authorities or others, significant fines or damages, orders, litigation, reputational harm and …

Increasing regulatory focus on privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity issues, as well as new and expanding laws and regulations, and customer requirements, addressing AI, data localization and sovereignty, and the collection and processing of data and information, may impact our business and expose us to increased liability.

… These laws and regulations, as well as industry self-regulatory codes, industry standards, and other actual and asserted obligations to which we are or may be asserted to be subject, create new compliance obligations and substantially expand the scope of …

profitability, and we may be subject to legal and regulatory consequences if we do not comply with applicable laws and regulations.

… We may be subject to adverse regulatory consequences, including government oversight of facilities and export transactions, monetary penalties, and other sanctions for any violations of these laws. In certain instances, these regulations may prohibit us from developing or manufacturing certain …

Furthermore, the regulatory framework for AI technologies is rapidly evolving, uncertain, and varies significantly by jurisdiction, with new laws and regulations being enacted or proposed in the United States, the European Union and elsewhere. Compliance with new or changing AI …

We have faced delays and could face additional delays or denials in the export of our tools by regulatory agencies for national security or other regulatory concerns in the countries in which we do business, which could negatively affect our …

… As such, we are subject to certain Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and possible state regulations relating to telecommunications, including some certification or licensing, service reliability, and regulatory fee requirements. If we do not comply with these regulations, we could be …

Moreover, it is possible that regulations in any of these jurisdictions may be changed, expanded or interpreted and applied in a manner that is inconsistent with our existing practices. Future applicable legislative, regulatory or judicial actions could increase the cost and complexity of our compliance and increase our exposure to potential liability.

… restrictions on water use, regulations on energy management and waste management, and other climate change-based rules and regulations, which may increase our expenses and adversely affect our operating results. We expect increased worldwide regulatory activity relating to climate change …

… Other jurisdictions in which we conduct business have established, or may establish, legal and regulatory regimes that differ materially from United States laws and regulations. It is costly, time-consuming, and requires significant resources to comply with the numerous, and …

• compliance challenges related to the complexity of multiple, conflicting, and changing governmental laws and regulations, including employment, tax, privacy, intellectual property, financial services, AI, and data protection laws and regulations, as well as challenges with differing legal, alternative dispute, and regulatory systems;

… The overall regulatory environment governing these types of technologies is likely to evolve as government interest in these technologies increases. Regulation of these technologies, as well as other technologies that we utilize in our products and services, also varies greatly …

• Privacy concerns and laws as well as evolving regulation of cloud computing, AI services, increased restriction of cross-border data transfers and other regulatory developments.

… The volume, complexity and scope of these regulatory requirements may continue to increase, including in response to heightened geopolitical tensions. In some cases, data privacy laws and regulations, such as the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), impose obligations …

… This data is subject to a variety of laws and regulations, including oversight by various regulatory or other governmental bodies. Many foreign countries and governmental bodies, including the European Union and other relevant jurisdictions where we conduct business, have laws …

Changes in, and the regulatory implementation of, tariffs or other government trade policies or geopolitical conditions could reduce demand for our products, limit our ability to sell our products to certain customers or our ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations, which may materially adversely affect our business and results of operations.

Given our global manufacturing presence, any future regulations relating to GHG emissions and/or other climate change-related laws and regulations, beyond initiatives already in process at the Company, could subject us to additional and/or unforeseen compliance costs and …

… We are therefore subject to a variety of laws, regulations and other requirements relating to information security and privacy, including those related to handling of personally identifiable information. The regulatory environment surrounding information security and privacy is increasingly demanding, with …

… federal, state, or foreign laws and regulations, including laws and regulations regulating privacy, data security, or consumer protection, public perception, standards, self-regulatory requirements or legal obligations, could result in lost or restricted business, proceedings, actions or fines brought against …

Environmental and other related laws and regulations subject us to a number of risks and could result in significant liabilities and costs. Our cloud and hardware operations are subject to extensive, evolving and sometimes inconsistent state, federal and international regulations …

… We devote resources to keep up with the changing regulatory environment on data privacy in the jurisdictions where we do business. Despite our efforts, no assurance can be given that we will be compliant with data privacy regulations. New laws …

… Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) issued final regulations relating to Global Intangible Low Taxed Income (“GILTI”) under IRC § 951A (the “tax regulations”). The tax regulations contained language which disallowed GILTI tax deductions for intangible asset amortization resulting from the Singapore …

export controls, trade and economic sanctions and regulations, and other regulatory or contractual limitations on our ability to sell or develop our products or invest in certain foreign markets, particularly in China;

AI technology may also give rise to significant legal and regulatory liability and risk. Governments around the world have adopted, and may continue to adopt, laws and regulations related to AI, including the European Union’s (“EU”) Artificial Intelligence Act …

• unexpected changes in, or the application of, foreign and domestic laws and regulations (including intellectual property rights protections), regulatory practices or enforcement policies, trade restrictions, international trade agreements, and foreign legal requirements, including those applicable to the importation, certification, localization …

The intellectual property ownership and license rights surrounding AI technologies, as well as data protection laws related to the use and development of AI, are currently not fully addressed by courts or regulators. The use or adoption of AI technologies …

Our Teledyne Battery Products unit makes lead acid batteries in California and is subject to a variety of environmental regulations and inspections, which have increased over time. Also, some of our sites conduct electroplating, metal finishing and other operations that utilize hazardous materials that are subject to similar regulations. Regulatory changes or failure by a business to meet applicable requirements could disrupt that business or force a closure or relocation of the business.

… The inconsistent international, regional and/or national requirements associated with climate change regulations also create economic and regulatory uncertainty.

Public awareness regarding climate change has led to international treaties and agreements and legislative and regulatory efforts. We may also be subject to larger, global climate change initiatives, laws, regulations, or orders, such as any laws or regulations to implement …

Any future regulatory changes in any of the countries in which we operate could result in transition risks to us, including, but not limited to: (i) the nature and timing of any requirement to lower GHG emissions and adopt more energy-efficient energy use, which could result in changes or disruptions to the way we operate, (ii) financial risks where the compliance with such regulations requires unforeseen capital expenditures and becomes costly or financially burdensome,

AI technology may also give rise to significant legal and regulatory compliance risk. Evolving rules, regulations and industry standards governing AI may require us to incur greater compliance costs and restrict the use of AI in our products or

In addition, we use hazardous and other regulated materials that subject us to risks of liability for damages caused by potential or actual releases of such materials. Any failure to control these materials adequately or to comply with existing or future EHS statutory or regulatory standards, requirements or contractual obligations could result in any of the following, each of which could have a material adverse effect on our business and operating results:

• foreign investment laws and regulations, and other trade or regulatory barriers, may have a negative effect on global economic conditions, financial markets and our business;

Foreign investment laws and regulations, and other trade or regulatory barriers, may have a negative effect on global economic conditions, financial markets and our business.

… impose regulatory obligations focused on cybersecurity resilience, system availability, and incident response. For example, in the European Union, the Network and Information Security Directive (EU) 2022/2555 (“NIS2”), and in the United Kingdom, the Network and Information Systems Regulations 2018 …

… We are subject to a variety of federal, state, local and foreign laws, directives, regulations, and industry standards, relating to the collection, use, retention, security, disclosure, transfer and other processing of personal information. The regulatory framework for and users' expectations …

We are subject to a variety of new, existing, and evolving legal and regulatory requirements that could adversely affect our results of operations. We are subject to a wide range of laws, regulations, and legal requirements in the U.S …

… Any failure or perceived failure to meet our sustainability goals, or to meet various sustainability regulatory requirements, could result in claims and lawsuits, regulatory actions, penalties, or damage to our reputation, each of which could adversely affect our business, operations …

Failure to comply with new and existing laws and regulations related to privacy, data protection, AI and information security could cause harm to our reputation, result in liability (including regulatory penalties and litigation), and adversely impact our business.

… Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are increasingly enacting new laws and guidelines to address the ethical, privacy, and security implications of AI technologies. Non-compliance with these emerging regulations, even if inadvertent or without our knowledge, could result in legal …

… We must comply with the regulatory laws applicable to medical device manufacturers, or our ability to manufacture products in China could be impacted. In Japan, the Pharmaceutical Affairs Laws regulate the manufacture and commerce of healthcare products. These regulations also …

… The regulatory climate in the U.S. and other countries has become increasingly complex and fragmented, and regulatory activity has increased in recent periods. Failure or noncompliance with such regulations or standards could have an adverse effect on our reputation …

… states have enacted or introduced data privacy laws and regulations. Several countries have established specific legal requirements for cross-border data transfers and governmental authorities and privacy advocates around the world continue to propose new regulatory actions concerning data protection …

Our operations are impacted by a rapidly evolving regulatory environment and face increasingly heightened scrutiny. We are subject to numerous federal, state, local, and foreign laws and regulations covering a broad and expanding range of subject matters, both in the United States (U.S.) and internationally.

… Changes in or ambiguous interpretations of laws, regulations, and standards, the speed with which new regulations may be enacted and come into effect, and increasing numbers of overlapping and sometimes inconsistent requirements imposed by regulatory authorities may increase the complexity …

• legal, tax, accounting, or regulatory changes (including, but not limited to, changes in import/export regulations and tariffs, such as regulations imposed by the U.S. government restricting exports to China or regulations imposed by other countries restricting the export …

… these laws and regulations could lead to significant penalties, restraints on our export or import privileges, monetary fines, government investigations, disruption of our operating activities, damage to our reputation and corporate brand, criminal proceedings and regulatory or other actions that …

Our business is subject to state, federal, and international laws and regulations relating to data privacy, data protection and data security, including security breach notification, data retention, transfer and localization. Laws and regulations relating to these matters evolve frequently and …

… This regulatory framework is expected to have a material impact on the way AI is regulated in the EU and beyond. As further indication of a trend in increased regulatory and legislative oversight of the use and development of AI …

… In certain jurisdictions, these regulatory requirements may be more stringent than in the United States. Increased scrutiny may also lead to new laws and regulations, or new applications of existing laws and regulations, that target topics such as AI, critical …

Our global operations expose us to numerous and sometimes conflicting legal and regulatory requirements, and violation of these regulations could harm our business.

… There is increasing divergence globally among AI regulations, which will require us to navigate different obligations in different geographies. Violations of these laws may lead to reputational damage, financial penalties and increased regulatory scrutiny and oversight.

• changes in, or impositions of, legislative or regulatory requirements in the United States and other countries, including antitrust and competition regulations, consumer protection laws, or other government actions;

Jurisdictions around the world are developing and passing new regulations that apply specifically to the use of AI. For example, the U.S. AI regulatory framework remains in development and has been introduced at the federal level through executive orders …

We are or may in the future be subject to state, federal and international legal and regulatory requirements, such as environmental, labor, health and safety, trade and public-company reporting and disclosure regulations, customers’ standards of corporate citizenship and industry …

… state and federal, and international laws and regulations governing our environmental, labor, trade, financial transactions, health and safety practices and public-company reporting and disclosures requirements. These laws and regulations, particularly those applicable to our international operations, are or may …

• legal, tax, accounting or regulatory changes (including changes in import/export regulations and tariffs, such as regulations imposed by the U.S. government restricting exports to China) or changes in the interpretation or enforcement of existing requirements;

For information regarding risks associated with import-export control regulations and similar applicable laws and regulations, see Part II - Item 1A “Risk Factors- Risks Related to Legal and Regulatory Compliance” included elsewhere in this Form 10-K.

… In addition, new legislation, additional regulations or global economic or political conditions may affect or impair our ability to invest in certain countries or require us to obtain regulatory approvals to do so. We may not receive the necessary regulatory …

… Compliance with such laws and regulations, as well as increased scrutiny from regulators, customers and other stakeholders on our sustainability practices, could result in additional costs and expose us to new risks. Any scrutiny of our greenhouse gas emissions or …

… In addition, and especially in developing regulatory areas (for example, AI, cybersecurity and product security; privacy and data protection, and sustainability-related reporting), Regulations may differ by country or by state within the United States and may be conflicting in …

… personal or competitively sensitive information, reliance on inaccurate or flawed outputs, cybersecurity or privacy incidents, claims of infringement or misuse of data, regulatory scrutiny, litigation or use that is inconsistent with our expectations, policies, controls or applicable laws and regulations.

Changes in tax laws and regulations or interpretations thereof, or any change in the application of existing laws and regulations may adversely affect our effective tax rates and financial results.

We are subject to changing rules and regulations promulgated by a number of governmental and self-regulatory organizations, including, among others, the SEC, the Nasdaq Stock Market, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, other federal agencies, states and the international governing …

… Interpretations of laws or regulations that would subject us to regulatory enforcement actions, supervision or, alternatively, require us to exit a line of business or a country, could lead to the loss of significant revenues and have a negative impact …

… Our ability to use data in this way may be constrained by regulatory developments. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding personal data may require changes in services, business practices or internal systems that result in increased costs, lower revenue …

Furthermore, the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding AI technologies is rapidly evolving, uncertain and varies significantly by jurisdiction. Authorities around the world are applying, or considering applying, laws and regulations related to IP, cybersecurity, export controls, privacy, data security and …

Shifting stakeholder expectations and evolving regulatory and disclosure standards around sustainability and societal matters could impact our business. We are subject to, and expect to become increasingly subject to, laws, regulations and international treaties relating to sustainability. As these new …

U.S. and non-U.S. regulators, as well as customers and service providers, have also increased their focus on cybersecurity vulnerabilities and risks. Compliance with laws, regulations, and contractual provisions concerning privacy, cybersecurity, secure technology development, data governance, data protection, confidentiality and IP could result in significant expense, and any failure to comply could result in proceedings against us by regulatory authorities or other third parties and may also

Our products and operations are also subject to regulation by U.S. and non-U.S. regulatory agencies, such as the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. We have been, and may in the future be, involved or required to participate …

New emerging technology trends, such as AI, require us to keep pace with evolving regulations and industry standards. Given the complexity and rapid development of AI, there are various current and proposed regulatory frameworks relating to the use of AI …

• We are subject to environmental laws, conflict minerals regulations, as well as a variety of other laws or regulations.

• legal, tax, accounting or regulatory changes (including changes in import/export regulations and tariffs, such as regulations imposed by the U.S. government on product imports from certain countries, including China and Mexico, as well as the related trade disputes and trade barriers) or changes in the interpretation or enforcement of existing requirements;

Our business, results of operations, financial condition and cash flows could be adversely affected by interruption or regulation of our information technology or network systems and storage of information and other business disruptions. Our actual or perceived failure to comply with laws and regulations regarding data privacy could also lead to regulatory investigations, litigation, fines, or other adverse business consequences.

… These allocations are further governed by radio regulations that have treaty status and which may be subject to modification every two to three years by the World Radio Communication Conference. Each country also has regulatory authority over how each band …

As a global company, our business is subject to a complex and evolving set of international and U.S. laws and regulations, including export control laws, import and trade restrictions or sanctions, anti-bribery laws, anti-competition regulations, data privacy requirements, labor relations laws, and tax laws.

The technology industry, including, in some instances, the Company, is subject to intense media, political and regulatory scrutiny, which exposes the Company to increasing regulation, government investigations, legal actions and penalties.

The divergent and rapidly evolving nature of legal and regulatory frameworks around artificial intelligence and super intelligence and increased scrutiny from lawmakers and regulators create significant uncertainty. The Company may not always be able to anticipate how courts and regulators …

… There is an increasingly active litigation and regulatory environment, including but not limited to employment and patent-monetization claims in the United States, Germany and Brazil, and litigation and regulatory matters focused on consumer protection, privacy, and competition regulation globally …

… Further, conflicting regulations and a lack of harmonization of legal and regulatory environments across the jurisdictions in which we operate may create enhanced compliance risks and costs. The impacts of climate change, whether involving physical risks or transition risks, are …

… The amendment or expansion of these laws or regulations, as well as the failure or inability of us or our suppliers to comply with them (including as a result of acquired entities), can result in regulatory penalties, fines and legal …

We are subject to risks associated with litigation and regulatory matters. From time to time, we face legal claims or regulatory matters involving stockholder, consumer, competition, commercial, IP, labor and employment, compliance and other issues. As described in "Note 19 …

In recent periods, regulators in various jurisdictions have increasingly expressed or pursued conflicting views, legislation, and expectations with respect to sustainability initiatives. Conflicting regulations and a lack of harmonization of legal and regulatory environments across the jurisdictions in which we operate may create enhanced compliance risks and costs.

AI is the subject of evolving review by various domestic and international governmental and regulatory agencies, and laws, rules, directives and regulations governing the use of AI are rapidly proliferating and evolving. We may not always be able to anticipate …

We are and may in the future be subject to state, federal and international legal and regulatory requirements, such as environmental, labor, health and safety, trade and public company reporting and disclosure regulations, customers’ standards of corporate citizenship and industry …

… The evolving and potentially divergent nature of these regulations creates uncertainty and could adversely affect our business. Public and governmental perceptions regarding the use and impact of AI may evolve over time and could give rise to new regulatory requirements …

… Compliance with, or changes in the interpretation of, existing regulations, the adoption of new regulations, changes in the oversight of our activities by governments or standard bodies or rulings in court, regulatory, administrative or other proceedings relating to such regulations …

… Environmental laws and regulations could also require us to acquire pollution abatement or remediation equipment, modify product designs, or incur expenses. New materials that we are evaluating for use in our operations may become subject to regulation. These developments and …

Finally, AI is subject to increasing regulatory scrutiny and evolving laws, rules and regulations, which may increase our compliance costs and affect our development, adoption, use, implementation and maintenance of AI technologies or tools, and subject us to increased legal liability, regulatory scrutiny, and reputational harm.

Application of new and existing laws and regulations in the U.S. or internationally to the internet, the domain name industry, or us have imposed and may in the future impose new costs and new restrictions on our business. In …

… Changes in regulatory requirements or our actual or perceived failure to comply (or to enable our customers to comply when using our offerings) with applicable laws, regulations, or other obligations could materially harm our business, results of operations, or financial …

… applicable laws and regulations or other obligations relating to the use of data and protecting data from unauthorized access, use, or other processing, could subject us to claims of liability, give rise to legal and/or regulatory action, damage our …

We are subject to strict environmental regulations and regulatory changes that could result in fines or restrictions that interrupt our operations

Changes in regulations and the regulatory environment in the U.S. and the many other countries in which we operate, such as those resulting from the regulation and impact of climate change, CO2 abatement and emission reduction targets, may affect …

There has been, and likely will continue to be, increased regulation with respect to the collection, use, and handling of an individual’s personal and financial information. Regulatory authorities around the world have passed or are considering legislative and regulatory …

… In the U.S., several states, including Colorado and California, have enacted or are considering AI-specific regulations addressing transparency, bias, and accountability, particularly in the housing and employment fields. Regulatory uncertainty regarding how these laws will be interpreted and …

… The evaluation of and compliance with these laws, regulations, and similar requirements, including evolving laws and regulations and regulatory overhaul during any change in federal administration, may be onerous and expensive, and may have other adverse impacts on our business …

The failure to comply with our public sector contracts or applicable laws and regulations could result in, among other things, termination, fines, or other liabilities, and changes in procurement regulations could adversely impact our business, results of operations, or cash flows.

In addition, sustainability reporting and disclosure requirements continue to evolve, with increasing global regulation. Companies must develop an expanded set of metrics and measures, data collection and processing, controls, and reporting processes in order to meet regulatory requirements. As global …

… consumer protection laws, anti-bribery laws, import/export controls, data privacy, securities laws and tax laws and regulations. In certain jurisdictions, these regulatory requirements may be more stringent than in the United States. For example, the European Union has adopted …

… Our operations and the products we manufacture and/or sell are subject to a wide range of product regulatory and safety, consumer, worker safety, and environmental laws and regulations. Compliance with such existing or future laws and regulations could subject …

… with applicable laws and regulations or other obligations to which we may be subject, or to protect personal data from unauthorized access, use, or other processing, may subject the Company to enforcement actions and regulatory investigations, claims, legal proceedings or …

… continue to face, shifting regulations. Our ability to adopt new technologies, including AI, to innovate for our customers, manage our business and to protect our intellectual property could be adversely impacted by the evolving regulatory environment. For instance, the EU …

… Additionally, the security compliance landscape continues to evolve, requiring us to stay apprised of changes in cybersecurity privacy, and protection laws and regulations, and security requirements required by our clients, such as the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR …

We operate in a regulatory environment that is rapidly evolving with respect to product security, cybersecurity, and the collection, use, and retention of data. Governments around the world continue to adopt new, and expand existing, laws and regulations imposing heightened …

… Emerging regulations may also pertain to data privacy, data protection, and the ethical use of AI, as well as clarifying intellectual property considerations. Our use of AI could give rise to legal or regulatory action or increased scrutiny or liability …

… liability or regulatory investigations and fines, as well as harms to our business and reputation. In addition, issues related to intellectual property rights in artificial intelligence technologies have not been fully addressed by the courts or regulators. As such, to …

Evolving legal and regulatory landscape over artificial intelligence technologies creates uncertainties.

… These data protection and privacy-related laws and regulations continue to evolve and may result in ever-increasing regulatory and public scrutiny and escalating levels of enforcement and sanctions and increased costs of compliance. Certain safe-harbor exemptions upon which …

Many of our products are subject to various regulations promulgated by the United States and various foreign governments including, but not limited to, environmental regulations and regulations implementing export license requirements and restrictions on the import or export of some …

Our operations could be affected by the complex laws, rules and regulations to which our business is subject.

As reporting and disclosure requirements evolve, the failure, or perceived failure, to meet applicable reporting standards or regulatory expectations could adversely affect our results of operations and reputation.

As a global enterprise, the regulatory environment with regard to cybersecurity and data protection issues is increasingly complex and will continue to impact the company’s business, including through increased risk, increased costs, and expanded or otherwise altered compliance obligations …

… IBM, like other companies, is subject to potential climate-related risks and costs such as those resulting from increased severe weather events, prolonged changes in temperature, new regulations affecting hardware products and data centers, carbon taxes, and increased environmental disclosures …

We and our customers are subject to an increasing number of laws and regulations enacted by multiple countries and jurisdictions that require new and extensive disclosures on sustainability topics, and, in some cases, remediation of adverse effects. This evolving regulatory environment will increase our compliance costs and expose us to risks associated with regulatory compliance.

The regulatory landscape for sustainability disclosures continues to evolve and expand and impose greater disclosure obligations on us. These laws and regulations include the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (“CSDDD”), and …