United States: Traditionally, data centers have been regulated mainly through state and local laws governing land use, zoning, building codes, environmental compliance, utility connections, and tax incentives rather than through a comprehensive federal regulatory framework. Within the last week, however, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Congress have taken action to establish federal parameters for interconnection, cost-allocation and other issues related to the energy demand created by data centers and other large loads.

On June 22, 2026, in connection with the recently announced Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran, the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued General License X (GL X), titled “Authorizing the Production, Delivery and Sale of Crude Oil, Petrochemical Products, and Petroleum Products of Iranian-Origin through August 21, 2026.”

United Kingdom: In our latest article for Construction Law's ADR series, we consider whether the little used, neutral evaluation technique should be considered more often.

United Arab Emirates: The UAE Capital Markets Authority (CMA) (the regulator formerly known as the SCA) Decision No. 4/R.M/2026 recently replaced its previous virtual asset framework entirely.

In this episode of Capital Markets Golden Hour, host Jessica Rebarber discusses the impact of AI, industry innovation and mentorship in the structured finance industry with Dalin Merrill, head of policy at the Structured Finance Association.

Europe: Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just a new type of technology that needs its own specific rules: It is also a stress test for the regulations we already have. Nowhere is this more evident than in data protection law.

Amsterdam: On June 24, 2026, the European Commission adopted the Tax Simplification Package, a legislative package containing new measures aimed at simplifying EU corporate tax rules and enhancing the competitiveness of the European Union.

Europe: Solar-combined-with-storage has moved from the margins of European energy strategy to its centre of gravity. In the space of three years, battery energy storage systems (BESS) co-located with or standing alongside utility-scale solar have evolved from niche pilots and merchant experiments into a recognised, actively financed infrastructure asset class — one that every major European developer, infrastructure fund, project finance bank and grid operator now takes seriously. This article is addressed primarily to those who are building, financing, owning and regulating that asset class.

Indonesia: This article provides an overview of the main legal and business issues arising from GR 24/2026 and highlights the steps companies can take to prepare for the changes ahead.

United Kingdom: Each month, we look at some of the key employment and pension issues affecting our clients' workforces. In this edition, we explore: the risks surrounding capability dismissals where there is a PHI scheme; the future of UK pensions policy; and the scope of protected conversations. We also bring you our quarterly horizon scan for employment law.

Vietnam: Trade union fee (kinh phí công đoàn) constitutes one of the core financial sources ensuring the operation of trade union organizations and enterprises, agencies, organizations and other institutions employing employees, are subject to the statutory obligation to contribute trade union fee.

Poland: On June 7, 2026, the deadline expired for EU Member States to implement Directive (EU) 2023/970 of the European Parliament and of the Council on pay transparency and the strengthening of the principle of equal pay for men and women, commonly referred to as the Pay Transparency Directive. Despite the expiration of this deadline, the Polish legislature has not yet finalized work on the act transposing the Directive's new employer obligations into national law.

Canada: Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them.

Saudi Arabia: The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has recently issued a number of important circulars that introduce more detailed expectations for banks and other financial institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Saudi Arabia) in relation to financial crime compliance.

Slovak Republic: We are pleased to present you with a new issue of the Life Sciences Newsletter with interesting events and key news from the decision-making practice of the Ministry of Health of the Slovak Republic and legislation.

Indonesia: This article provides a practical overview of the new framework and highlights the measures organizations should consider to strengthen compliance and data governance in light of OJK’s latest requirements.

Ukraine: On May 22, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine (CMU) adopted Resolution No. 488 r dated May 22, 2026 (as amended on June 15, 2026), On Some Issues Regarding the Conduct of a Tender for the Construction of Generating Capacity and the Implementation of Demand Side Management Measures, approving the conditions for holding a tender for the construction of generating capacity and implementation of demand side management measures to construct 1,505 MW of new high maneuverable generation (Tender Conditions Resolution).

Poland: The latest draft amendment to the Environmental Information Act introduces the most significant changes to the environmental decision regime in years. The proposed reforms will affect key aspects of the permitting process, including the jurisdiction of authorities, procedural requirements, digitalisation and financial penalties. Although the draft is still under consultation, investors should already assess its potential impact on planned and ongoing projects.

Canada: This insight summarizes the governance practices we consider foundational for Canadian issuers and, in many respects, instructive for private companies and not-for-profit organizations. It is intended as a practical orientation rather than an exhaustive statement of the law.

United Kingdom: Once a quarter, we bring you an update on what to look out for on the legislative horizon for UK employment law.