On March 11, 2026, United States Patent and Trademark Office Director John A. Squires issued a memorandum adding a new domestic-industry factor to the reasons the Office may decline to institute an inter partes review (“IPR”) or post-grant review (“PGR.”)

Colombia: The Colombian Government issued Decree 0368 of 2026, amending Decree 2555 of 2010 regarding the open finance system. The decree establishes a mandatory framework for the access, sharing, and processing of personal data and financial information within the financial system.

Following its jury trial victory in federal court less than five months ago, Dentons’ Intellectual Property and Technology team has secured significant follow‑on wins for Yealink Network Technology Co., Ltd., further narrowing the scope and posture of the patent dispute brought by global competitor Barco, Inc.

United Kingdom: On 27 March 2026, the CMA launched investigations into a number of businesses across different sectors as part of its crackdown on false and misleading online consumer reviews.

United Kingdom: In March 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published the outcome of its review of the activities of second charge mortgage lenders and intermediaries.

Canada: Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In episode 97, Heather welcomes Rebecca Kacaba, co-founder and CEO of DealMaker, who shares her path from practicing securities law to building a digital capital-raising platform. Kacaba explains how DealMaker streamlines disclosure and diligence through templated, SEC-approved documents, supports raises from under $5M up to $75M, and sees repeat investments from engaged retail supporters. She discusses industries and founder traits that perform well, barriers to similar models in Canada, and the impact DealMaker has had ($2B transacted for 900+ businesses).

South Korea: One month into the enforcement of the "Yellow Envelope Act" (amended Articles 2 and 3 of the Trade Union and Labor Relations Adjustment Act), the order of bargaining between prime contractors and subcontractors is being rapidly reshaped.

Hong Kong: A recent judgment in the High Court of Hong Kong, 華融華僑資產管理股份有限公司 v 李晓鹏 (China Huarong Asset Management Co, Ltd v Li Xiao Peng) [2025] HKCFI 6402, clarifies the interplay between the statutory registration regime under the Mainland Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance (Cap. 597) (MJREO) and common law enforcement.