M&A Explorer | Companies with exposure to commercial real estate in particular—including banks—could be prime targets for bankruptcy-related deals in the US

Debt Explorer | US and European high yield issuance surged in Q1 2024, but in APAC, conditions remain challenging

Debt Explorer | Leveraged loan issuance in the US and Europe rallied in Q1 2024 as a clearer view of interest rates brings lenders and borrowers back to the market

M&A Explorer | Investment in the battery energy storage sector reaches record highs as the need for flexibility in the renewables sector increases

The EU introduces the pioneering EU AI Act, aiming to become a global hub for human-centric, trustworthy AI.

Switzerland's National AI Strategy sets out guidelines for the use of AI, and aims to finalize an AI regulatory proposal in 2025.

Singapore's AI frameworks guide AI ethical and governance principles, with existing sector-specific regulations addressing AI risks.

Position paper informs Norwegian approach to AI, with sector-specific legislative amendments to regulate developments in AI.

The Interim AI Measures is China's first specific, administrative regulation on the management of generative AI services.

The US relies on existing federal laws and guidelines to regulate AI but aims to introduce AI legislation and a federal regulation authority.

AIDA expected to regulate AI at the federal level in Canada but provincial legislatures have yet to be introduced.

The UN's new draft resolution on AI encourages Member States to implement national regulatory and governance approaches for a global consensus on safe, secure and trustworthy AI systems.

The Council of Europe has adopted a new Convention on AI to safeguard human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in the digital space covering governance, accountability and risk assessment.

The OECD's AI recommendations encourage Member States to uphold principles of trustworthy AI.

Draft laws and guidelines are under consideration in Taiwan, with sector-specific initiatives already in place.

Israel promotes responsible AI innovation through policy and sector-specific guidelines to address core issues and ethical principles.

National frameworks inform India’s approach to AI regulation, with sector-specific initiatives in finance and health sectors.

The G7's AI regulations mandate Member States' compliance with international human rights law and relevant international frameworks.

The enactment of Brazil's proposed AI Regulation remains uncertain with compliance requirements pending review.

Voluntary AI Ethics Principles guide responsible AI development in Australia, with potential reforms under consideration.

Keeping track of AI regulatory developments around the world

The UK prioritizes a flexible framework over comprehensive regulation and emphasizes sector-specific laws.

Spain creates Europe's first AI supervisory agency and actively participates in EU AI Act negotiations.

Germany evaluates AI-specific legislation needs and actively engages in international initiatives.

Debt Explorer | During Q1 2024, borrowers returned to the US syndicated market to reprice costly private credit facilities

Debt Explorer | Lenders with ambitions to grow their portfolios and secure higher yields see opportunities in the venture debt space

As the world responds to a global shift toward a low-carbon economy, there's unprecedented focus on the legal intricacies of major construction projects

There have been a number of important developments in English construction law during the past two years, several of which relate to, or arose in the context of, building and fire safety. We examine their ramifications.

Amid the intricate landscape of Australia’s construction industry and geopolitical challenges looming large, collaborative contracting emerges as a powerful strategy for stakeholders across construction projects in Australia.

As the demand for data storage grows, so does the need for more data centers with ever-increasing capacity. We examine new ways for developers to reduce energy consumption.

In recent years, escalation and price volatility have re-emerged in the global economy. The impact on large energy and infrastructure projects will be significant: Owners and contractors need to react and adapt. 

As the urgency to combat climate change escalates, the construction and engineering sectors are stepping up to the challenge.