France: Law No. 2026-403 on the simplification of economic life, published in the Official Journal on 26 May 2026, raises the turnover thresholds above which a concentration must be notified to the French Competition Authority.

On May 21, 2026, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released two landmark broadcasting regulatory policies intended to modernize the framework of support for the creation and discoverability of Canadian and Indigenous content. Both traditional broadcasters and online streaming services operating in Canada are regulated under this new framework .

On May 20, 2026, Québec released a draft regulation amending its Regulation respecting a cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas emission allowances.

In today’s competitive marketplace, intellectual property (IP) and the IP rights that protect them are often among the most valuable assets a company possesses. Whether you are buying or selling a business (through a share purchase, asset acquisition or other transaction), a thorough understanding of the target’s IP portfolio is essential.

United Kingdom: At a recent Dentons and GRI roundtable session, industry leaders explored how logistics and data centres are increasingly being shaped by the same fundamental drivers: power, planning, land, connectivity and capital.

Australia: The NSW Government has introduced the Energy Legislation Amendment (Prioritising Renewable Energy) Bill 2026, which would create a new framework for declaring and fast-tracking priority energy projects. This framework provides a key mechanism in enabling the Government to meet its energy transition ambitions, stemming from the Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap set in 2020. With coal stations wrapping up and increased electrification, there is a growing need for renewables to bridge the gap in tight timeframes- which fast-tracking can provide. This alert summarises the key provisions, explains what the Bill means for renewable energy projects, and outlines the next steps as the Bill progresses through Parliament.

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 of withdrawing job offers; non-financial misconduct in financial services; collectively agreed internal procedures; the new statutory right to workplace access for trade unions; and the implementation timetable for the Pensions Act 2026.

Australia: The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has handed down a significant decision applying section 527D of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) — a provision that creates direct individual liability for workplace sexual harassment occurring in connection with work, extending liability beyond just the employer and its employees. The decision in Eklom v Marshall [2026] FedCFamC2G 772 signals a fundamental shift in how sexual harassment claims can be framed, with significant implications for not only employers, but individuals generally.

Italy: With simpler implementation of the harmonized rules on AI being the stated goal, on 13 May 2026 the Permanent Representatives Committee of the Council confirmed their agreement on the provisional compromise text of the Digital Omnibus on AI, following negotiations that concluded on 7 May 2026 (Compromise). The regulation formally amends Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) as well as Regulation (EU) 2018/1139.

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

Australia: AI is shaping hiring decisions — but can your HR team explain how? What legal risks does using AI to shortlist candidates pose? Join Paul O'Halloran, Partner and Rebecca Skilbeck, Consultant for this cutting edge discussion as they explore the risks of AI that scores or judges candidates and what HR must know to stay accountable.

Australia: In this episode of IR Insights, join Paul O'Halloran, Partner and Rebecca Skilbeck, Consultant for a discussion on the risks of AI that scores or judges candidates and what HR must know to stay accountable.

Welcome to April edition of the EU AI & GDPR Monthly Update, bringing you the latest insights into artificial intelligence and data protections.

Turks and Caicos Islands: The Turks and Caicos Islands continues to attract international buyers and investors looking for luxury real estate in a stable and well-established market.

The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding under the Canadian-Australian Pension Funds Investment Initiative represents a significant development in the financial and economic relationship between two of the world's most sophisticated pension markets.

In our article of March 31, 2026, we reported on the Independent Electricity System Operator’s (IESO) fourth stakeholder engagement session regarding its Long Lead-Time Request for Proposals (the LLT RFP). At that time, the IESO had released draft RFP documents and contracts for both the energy and capacity streams, and was awaiting a ministerial directive to formally launch the procurement.

South Korea: A persistent issue in Korean labor relations is the extent to which a principal can avoid taking full responsibility for the employees of a subcontractor.

Australia: AusEnergy Services Limited (ASL) has opened two new tender rounds to identify new and quality generation and storage projects in NSW that will be awarded with Long-Term Energy Service Agreements (LTESA). As the latest tender rounds are being run in parallel, and with an updated suite of LTESAs on offer, project developers have more options to consider. In this article, we consider the different options and some relevant considerations for participating in these latest tender rounds.

Vietnam: After nearly 10 years, the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC) has issued a new set of rules - the VIAC Arbitration Rules 2026 (“2026 Rules”) which officially apply to disputes commenced at VIAC from 1 July 2026. Compared with the 2017 version (“2017 Rules”), the 2026 Rules not only revise and clarify existing provisions but also introduce several new mechanisms aimed at enhancing the efficiency of dispute resolution through arbitration. These changes directly affect the administration and conduct of arbitral proceedings, particularly in the context where Vietnamese arbitration law still largely operates as a “framework” legislation.

Vietnam: Against the backdrop of the Vietnamese Government’s ongoing efforts to streamline administrative procedures and create a more favorable environment for investment activities, Vietnam’s competition law regime has also undergone notable changes. One of the most notable changes is the significant increase in the merger filing thresholds under the Government’s Resolution No. 66.18/2026/NQ-CP dated 18 May 2026 on decentralization and the reduction and simplification of administrative procedures and business conditions, which takes effect from 1 July 2026 to 28 February 2027.