Year in Review: The Utah Department of Commerce's 2025 highlights.

Year in Review: The Utah Department of Commerce’s 2025 highlights

Strengthening trust in Utah’s commercial activities and protecting consumers was the driving commitment behind every milestone the Department of Commerce achieved in 2025. This past year saw us launch the Office of the Homeowners’ Association and host the Utah AI Summit, successes that clearly mark 2025 as a landmark year for our department. These achievements are a testament to our …

Utah and Doctronic Announce Groundbreaking Partnership for AI Prescription Mediation Renewals.

NEWS RELEASE: Utah and Doctronic Announce Groundbreaking Partnership for AI Prescription Medication Renewals

Utah becomes the first state to safely evaluate autonomous AI for prescription renewals for chronic conditions SALT LAKE CITY—The state of Utah, through the Utah Department of Commerce’s Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, today announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with Doctronic, the AI-native health platform, to give patients with chronic conditions a faster, automated way to renew medications. This agreement marks the first state-approved …

Utah announces nearly $150 million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Utah announces nearly $150 million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC over deceptive practices 

Salt Lake City, Utah – The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection and the Office of the Utah Attorney General today joined a coalition of 50 states announcing a $149.6 million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG for violating state laws prohibiting unfair or deceptive trade practices by marketing, selling and leasing vehicles equipped with illegal and …

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Utah Man Sentenced to 100 Months in Prison for Multi-Million Dollar Securities Fraud Scheme

The District of Utah’s U.S. District Court sentenced Thomas Paul Madden of Washington City to 100 months in prison for his role in defrauding more than 200 investors of over $23 million. The Utah Division of Securities (“Division”) investigated Madden and his partner, Jeremy Grabow, for allegedly defrauding victims nationwide, including those in California, Colorado, Nevada, and North Dakota. Grabow …

Joseph Gordon-Levitt is announced as a speaker at the 2025 Utah AI Summit.

NEWS RELEASE: Acclaimed Actor, Filmmaker, and Entrepreneur Joseph Gordon-Levitt Joins 2025 Utah AI Summit as Featured Speaker

The founder of HITRECORD will discuss balancing innovation with fundamental safety standards, particularly concerning children SALT LAKE CITY, UT—The2025 Utah AI Summit (Summit), Utah’s Pro-Human Leadership in the Age of AI, is excited to announce that Emmy-winning and Golden Globe-nominated American actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur Joseph Gordon-Levitt has joined the lineup of featured speakers. Mr. Gordon-Levitt will speak on December 2 at the Salt Palace in …

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National Penny Shortage: The Business Guide to Cash Rounding

The Utah Division of Consumer Protection acknowledges the challenges businesses may be facing due to the current penny shortage. In consultation with the Utah State Tax Commission and Department of Government Operations, we’ve issued clear guidance to help you navigate this issue seamlessly and in compliance with state law. Essential Guidance on Cash Rounding Cash rounding is a temporary solution …

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NEWS RELEASE: Utah Issues $38k in Fines Against Contractors During National Enforcement Effort

The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Professional Licensing joins a nationwide enforcement effort to combat contractor licensing violations in Utah. Salt Lake City, Utah – The Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) announced the conclusion of a significant enforcement initiative across the State, targeting violations of construction licensing laws as part of a national campaign. This effort resulted in …

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NEWS RELEASE: Utah Division of Securities and CFTC Secure Final Judgment Against Precious Metals Firm that Defrauded Elderly Adults

The final judgment against Safeguard Metals LLC and Jeffrey Ikahn orders restitution and a civil monetary penalty; underscores commitment to protect seniors from investment fraud Salt Lake City—Utah’s Department of Commerce’s Division of Securities (Division), represented by the Office of the Utah Attorney General (OAG), today announced that the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California recently entered a …

Join us for the 2025 Utah AI Summit.

NEWS RELEASE: Utah Announces 2025 Utah AI Summit: Utah’s Pro-Human Leadership in the Age of AI

Engage with visionaries and industry leaders in groundbreaking conversations about how Utah is leading the way in the age of AI.  SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah will elevate its role in the AI landscape by hosting its 2025 AI Summit, “Utah’s Pro-Human Leadership in the Age of AI,” on Dec. 1-2, 2025, at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake …