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SCLA Legal Observatory
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The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted a statement offering preliminary guidance on the data protection risks of smart glasses and published an external expert report on the societal and privacy implications of…
Regulatory guidance13 October 2026
The Joint Committee of the European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA, and ESMA) has released its Annual Work Programme for 2027, establishing cross-sectoral priorities that focus on digital operational resilience, artificial intelligence, sustainable finance, and…
Regulatory guidance13 October 2026
The Chief Executive in Council of Hong Kong SAR has approved 12-year licence renewals for HKTVE, TVB, and i-CABLE HOY under section 11 of the Broadcasting Ordinance (Cap. 562), subject to updated investment commitments…
Rules in force13 October 2026
Since October 2022, EU-based lawyers have been prohibited from providing certain legal advice to the Russian government and companies established in Russia, raising questions regarding the limits of Article 47 of the Charter of…
Rules in force13 October 2026
The Office of The Ombudsman in Hong Kong SAR has initiated a direct investigation into the Leisure and Cultural Services Department's management of public indoor fitness rooms. The probe follows findings of severe training…
Public consultation13 October 2026
The third issue of the Revue critique de droit international privé for 2026 has been published online, featuring doctrinal work on imperial history, 2025 French migration case law, and conflict-of-law issues between French inheritance…
Status unclear13 October 2026
Hong Kong SAR's Electrical and Mechanical Services Department and Singapore's Energy Market Authority have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen bilateral cooperation in energy systems, low-carbon technologies, AI, and multilateral forums.
Status unclear13 October 2026
On 12 October 2026, European Commissioner Hoekstra delivered press remarks in Luxembourg following the Environment Council meeting, thanking the Irish Presidency and two ministers for their work on climate commitment.
Status unclear13 October 2026
On 22 May 2026, French President Emmanuel Macron proposed a European equivalent of Section 301 to address foreign laws and trade policies affecting computing power, quantum technologies, and semiconductors.
Status unclear12 October 2026
European Commission Executive Vice-President Teresa Ribera delivered a speech in Brussels at a BusinessEurope event addressing Important Projects of Common European Interest.
Status unclear12 October 2026
Hong Kong's Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development briefed the Trade and Industry Advisory Board on economic measures under Hong Kong's First Five-Year Plan and the 2026 Policy Address, including BUD Fund enhancements, IP…
Regulatory guidance12 October 2026
The European Banking Authority has published the final technical package for version 4.4 (Phase 1) of its reporting and Pillar 3 disclosure framework, covering IFRS 18 FINREP templates, ESG risk disclosures, and AMLA reporting…
Regulatory guidance12 October 2026
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Financial regulation, payment systems and the protection of financial consumers.
Artificial intelligence, privacy, data transfers and digital responsibility.
Environmental rules, supply chains and the social responsibilities of business.
Creative work, brands, geographical indications and cultural knowledge.
Mediation, arbitration, court processes and the prevention of disputes.
Work, consumer protection and legal questions in daily and cross-border life.
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