On June 16, 2026, in collaboration with Sun Life and Environics Analytics, Dentons was pleased to host a roundtable forum, Privacy supporting innovation: Getting to yes.

Can an owner certify only part of the work under a contract as complete? In Aragon (Lampson) Properties Ltd. v. Stanmar Construction Inc., 2026 BCSC 1052, the Supreme Court of British Columbia held that it cannot. Under the British Columbia Builders Lien Act (the Act), a certificate of completion can be issued only once the work under a contract – not merely one phase of it – has been substantially completed.

United States: On June 24, 2026, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 170 into law, establishing Ohio’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for carbon capture, storage, and the geologic sequestration of carbon dioxide for long-term storage.

Vietnam: The Law on Personal Data Protection and Decree No. 356/2025/ND-CP, replacing Decree No. 13/2023/ND-CP, officially took effect at the beginning of 2026, establishing a more comprehensive and stringent legal framework for personal data protection. Data governance is no longer optional but has become a mandatory compliance obligation for businesses.

Qatar: On 25 June 2026, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, promulgated Law No. (9) of 2026 amending certain provisions of the Labour Law issued by Law No. (14) of 2004.

Nigeria: The contemporary era is characterised by the proliferation of technology in virtually every sphere of human activity - from commerce, education, and communication to healthcare, governance, and entertainment.

India: Even as India continued economic diplomacy abroad, a series of targeted regulatory interventions were announced at home by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Competition Commission of India (CCI) and Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI). Each intended to improve market efficiency, reduce regulatory friction and deepen India's financial and commercial ecosystem.

The Construction Arbitration Thought Leadership Series 2026 is a three-part programme bringing together leading arbitrators, industry experts, in-house counsel, claims consultants and disputes practitioners to examine the evolving legal, technical and commercial issues shaping construction arbitration globally. Through two webinars and a full-day seminar, the series will explore key topics including expert evidence, delay and disruption claims, contract administration, dispute avoidance strategies, and the resolution of complex infrastructure and PPP disputes. Drawing on perspectives from Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and India, the programme will provide practical insights, comparative analysis and emerging best practices for managing and resolving construction and infrastructure disputes across jurisdictions.

On September 28, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 660 into law, amending Sections 36004 and 82001 of the California Food and Agricultural Code, and Section 114057.1 of the California Health and Safety Code.

Canada: The Alberta Court of Appeal reaffirms that standing before the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) requires specific evidence – not vague assertions – to establish that an approval could directly and adversely affect the exercise of Indigenous rights and traditional uses.

Canada is recognized as a major player in film, television and interactive digital media production. The growth of Canada’s multibillion-dollar production industry continues to thrive, supported by world-class production facilities, a highly skilled workforce, close cultural and geographic ties to the United States, and a competitive business environment.

New Zealand: In this edition of the Echo, we examine a recent Human Rights Review Tribunal decision arising from a flawed workplace investigation, with key takeaways for employers on accuracy, complainant anonymity, and privacy obligations. We also look at the 2026 changes to the contributory conduct regime under the Employment Relations Act 2000, and what employers should be doing now to navigate the increased significance of employee conduct in personal grievance litigation.

Hong Kong: In A Company v The Bank [2026] HKCFI 3169, the Hong Kong Court of First Instance held that foreign sanctions risk will not justify refusal of enforcement of an arbitral award on public policy grounds, regardless of whether a real risk of prosecution is established.

United Kingdom: Andrew Barber and Venetia Jackson examine the UK's new Deferred Payment Credit regime, which will bring Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) products within the FCA's regulatory perimeter from July 2026.

Bolivia: On 26 June 2026, Bolivia enacted two regulations introducing a significant change to the country’s foreign exchange policy framework.

United Kingdom: In the second alert in the EU & UK Competition Law Compass Series, we explore how collaboration for environmental sustainability goals is currently assessed by competition authorities in the EU and the UK, at a time when businesses are under pressure to decarbonise and remain competitive, while also navigating significant geopolitical uncertainty. 

Mexico: On June 18, 2026, the Ministry of Energy (“SENER”) published in the Federal Register (“DOF”) the Guidelines for the Voluntary and Expedited Migration of Self-Supply and Cogeneration Arrangements to the schemes provided under the Electricity Sector Law (the “Guidelines”). The Guidelines entered into force on the day following their publication.

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

New Zealand: The Financial Markets Authority has just released its second annual Financial Conduct Report. The report sets out what the FMA expects of regulated firms over the next 12 months, and what it will be watching closely.

Australia: Finbarr O’Connell, Counsel and Hugo Morgan, Solicitor and host, discuss the benefits of the Dentons global network, such as the Global Mentoring Program and working overseas. This episode will highlight the importance of mentors in a person’s legal career.