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.

Singapore: This article examines the ECT’s first published decision, JGP v JGQ [2026] SGECT 1, and its treatment of dishonesty and proportionality under s 14(2) of the Employment Act. It highlights a shift towards a more evaluative inquiry, where both misconduct and the decision to dismiss may be scrutinised. The decision has important implications for how employers approach misconduct dismissals under the statutory framework.

The Energy Pillar of the Dentons Infrastructure & Strategic Innovation Think Tank hosted a roundtable discussion about the rapidly evolving world of energy storage. This interactive discussion spotlighted emerging technologies, real world applications, and the critical role storage is playing in strengthening grid reliability, resilience, and the clean energy transition.

Australia: This article summarises ASIC's enforcement regulatory update, July to December 2025.

Australia: Welcome to the June 2026 Financial Services: What's Up? newsletter. In this edition, we give you a snapshot of key regulatory updates affecting the financial services sector in the first five months of 2026 and what is coming up in 2026/ 2027.