In brief A recent case brought by the Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division’s Procurement Collusion Strike Force (PCSF), in partnership with a network of federal enforcement agencies, highlights the resources the government is willing to expend to address trade and procurement fraud against the United States. On August 21,…

In brief This marks an important, substantial step towards a new harmonized and more restrictive regime for branches of non-EU/EEA firms, e.g., from the US, UK and Asia, which provide “core banking services” of deposit-taking, lending, and providing guarantees and commitments to German clients, so-called third-country branches (“TCB”) under Art.…

Canadian privacy regulators are intensifying scrutiny of platforms used by minors, emphasizing age assurance and youth privacy. Investigations reveal that self-declared age gates and adult-oriented consent language are inadequate. Platforms must adopt layered age verification, youth-friendly privacy communications, and contextual data practices. Enforcement is shaping standards ahead of formal guidance, urging proactive compliance measures.

In brief On 25 September 2025, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) introduced initiatives aimed at promoting responsible advertising and sharing of financial content online. The MAS has issued the following guidance: By establishing expectations for both financial institutions (FIs) and online content creators to conduct digital advertising in a…