The recent election of Mark Carney as the leader of Canada's Liberal Party marks a significant shift in the country's political landscape. Carney, the former governor of the Central Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, succeeded Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in this pivotal role. During his
On December 27, 2024, the National Security Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ NSD) released a groundbreaking regulation known as the DOJ Bulk Data Rule. This rule introduces stringent controls on specific foreign transactions involving "bulk sensitive personal data" and certain U.S.
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) is making headlines with its stringent enforcement actions against data brokers, underscoring a significant shift in the oversight and regulation of data practices within the state. As California continues to lead the nation in consumer privacy
What Are the Biggest Regulatory Hurdles for Institutional Crypto Investment? Institutional investors face numerous challenges when entering the cryptocurrency market. The evolving regulatory landscape creates significant barriers that must be navigated carefully to ensure compliance and security.
The European Union, boasting a massive market of 450 million consumers and 23 million companies, has the potential to drive substantial technological innovation. However, despite the existence of extensive regulations aimed at enhancing cross-border business within the EU, the digital sector
The recent Supreme Court ruling marks a pivotal moment for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as the court's conservative majority has once again constrained the agency's power to regulate water pollution. This decision arose from a unique coalition between San Francisco and major industry
Cybersecurity has quickly become a paramount concern within the financial services industry, and recent data highlights the extent of these anxieties. According to the SIFMA Insights Equity Market Structure Compendium, an overwhelming 75.6% of respondents expressed their deep concern over the
President Donald Trump's implementation of various tariffs on key trade partners throughout his administration has ignited a global trade war with far-reaching consequences. Spanning regions like Canada, Mexico, and China, these tariffs aim to reshape long-standing trade policies in favor of
Desiree Sainthrope is a legal expert with extensive experience drafting and analyzing trade agreements. She is a recognized authority in global compliance and possesses a broad range of interests within the legal field, including intellectual property and the evolving implications of technologies
The digital economy is rapidly evolving, bringing with it a myriad of benefits as well as significant challenges, particularly in the realms of regulatory standards for market competition and personal data privacy. In response to these challenges, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has
