After years of consultation, the Treasury has finally released a draft bill on the regulation of digital assets.
Key Takeaways
A draft bill on digital assets has been released.
The proposed bill capitalises on stakeholder support built through the consultation process, addresses regulatory gaps and establishes a framework to encourage innovation.
Two new financial product categories have b…
Member Publications
About This Series: Top 5 Legal Due Diligence Findings in Dutch M&A Transactions
In the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Netherlands, the legal due diligence investigation remains one of the most critical phases of any transaction. During this stage, information from the seller is thoroughly validated, potential risks are identified, and the deal value is ascertain…
About This Series: Top 5 Legal Due Diligence Findings in Dutch M&A Transactions
In the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Netherlands, the legal due diligence investigation remains one of the most critical phases of any transaction. During this stage, information from the seller is thoroughly validated, potential risks are identified, and the deal value is ascertain…
On March 23, the U.S. Supreme Court reinforced the high bar for overcoming qualified immunity in excessive force cases - a decision with significant implications for law enforcement use-of-force policies and § 1983 litigation strategy.
In Zorn v. Linton, the Supreme Court held that officers who issue warnings before using routine pain compliance techniques on passively resisting protesters are pr…
The Digital Statute of the Child and Adolescent (Law No. 15,211/2025) came into force, establishing a new regulatory framework for the protection of children and adolescents in digital environments in Brazil.
The law applies to any information technology product or service directed to children and adolescents or likely to be accessed by them, regardless of the place of development, offer, commerc…
The Canadian technology sector continues to transform at a remarkable pace, posing new challenges but also presenting opportunities for organizations. To support your organization in navigating this dynamic environment, Fasken’s Information Technology Law team has prepared a guide that assesses the key trends shaping the Canadian technology landscape in 2026.
Our guide highlights the following key…
The BBC has filed a motion to dismiss President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit in Florida. The suit, brought by President Trump's legal team in December 2025, alleges that the BBC "intentionally, maliciously, and deceptively" doctored a speech he delivered on 6 January 2021, as part of a Panorama documentary.
Background to the Dispute
The documentary in question spliced together th…
On 20 November 2025, the European Commission published its proposal to amend the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (“SFDR”), marking what is arguably the most significant development in the EU sustainable finance framework since SFDR first came into force. Commonly referred to as “SFDR 2.0”, the proposal signals a decisive shift away from a disclosure-led regime towards a more structured s…
Effective from March 1, 2026, certain transactions in residential real estate now require a federal filing identifying the parties to the transaction. While most real estate transactions will not be subject to these rules, certain common transactions are.
The new rules apply to transfers of residential real property, which under the definition may include bare land on which it is intended to buil…
Recent Decisions
Two recent Fair Work Commission decisions have provided insight as to how applications for approval of enterprise agreements made with a small voting cohort (including casuals), can still be approved in light of the recent legislative changes (usually in circumstances where there is no union involvement in bargaining).
Previously, applications for approval had been struck down by…