This article is practically relevant for online service providers established in an EU Member State that find themselves confronted with national regulatory media or digital rules of another Member State (such as youth-protection or platform laws). In decision dated 16
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Canada: Federal Government Tables Bill C-36, Protecting Privacy and Consumer Data Act
In brief
On June 15, 2026, the Government of Canada tabled Bill C-36, Protecting of Privacy and Consumer Data Act (“Bill C-36”), which, if passed, would effectively replace Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) as the federal
Thought for the week: US government order forces commercial suspension of two frontier AI models
This article was originally published by IAPP linked here.
The unexpected order highlights growing risk impact for multinational companies. Organizations should begin planning for potential AI model unavailability in workflows.
On 12 June, the U.S. Department of Commerce ordered
Canada: Federal Government Releases Refreshed National AI Strategy
Key Takeaways for Businesses and AI Stakeholders
On June 4th, 2026, the Government of Canada released its refreshed and much-anticipated national AI strategy, AI for All (the “AI Strategy”). The AI Strategy sets out a comprehensive national framework for AI
United States: President Trump Signs Executive Order on Voluntary AI Review Process and Cybersecurity
On June 2, 2026, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security” (the “Executive Order”). The Executive Order directs federal agencies to partner with the private sector to harden critical infrastructure systems against AI-enabled
Thought for the week: Spark for the US DOJ Rule enforcement and/or new legislation?
This article was originally published by IAPP linked here.
Reports of foreign adversaries using commercially available cellphone location data to target U.S. troops could trigger early DOJ enforcement under its sensitive data rule and potentially spur new legislation.
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Mexico: Regulates Use of Voice, Image and AI
New contractual obligations and restrictions on their use.
In brief
On 15 May 2026, amendments to the Federal Labor Law and the Federal Copyright Law took effect, strengthening the protection of performing artists regarding the use of their voice, image,
Brazil: New Rules for Internet Application Providers
Abstract: Brazil issues new decrees expanding obligations, liability rules, and content moderation duties for internet application providers.
In brief
The Brazilian President has issued Federal Decrees No. 12,975 and No. 12,976/2026, published on May 21, 2026, which introduce significant obligations
Germany: New Investment Obligation for Video Streaming Services
Government draft approved by the Federal Cabinet on 27 May 2026
In brief
On 27 May 2026, the German Federal Cabinet approved the government draft of the Media Services Investment Obligation Act (Mediendienste-Investitionsverpflichtungs-Gesetz – “MedienInvestVG”). The new regime obliges streaming
Late Payment Under Pressure: What the New Bill Means for Commercial Contracts
On 19 May, the Small Business Protections Bill (formally known as the Commercial Payment Bill) (the “Bill”) was introduced to Parliament, marking a significant step in the UK government’s efforts to strengthen protections for small businesses. Positioned as “the toughest