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M&A transactions involving AI companies: due diligence considerations

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a strategic imperative for organizations seeking a competitive edge.

SCC affirms limited government immunity for enacting Charter-violating legislation

Governments may be liable for damages where legislation was clearly unconstitutional when enacted or enacted in bad faith or as an abuse of power.

U.K. appellate court rules artificial neural network application is not patent-eligible subject matter

Although artificial neural networks have evolved to form the backbone of modern commerce, their patentability remained unsettled.

Corporate transparency registers: what private companies need to know as requirements get stricter across Canada

Requirements for private companies to disclose corporate ownership information on “transparency registers” have swept across Canada.

Blueberry River First Nations files claim against B.C. for the Gundy Plan

The claim raises important questions about BRFN governance and the implementation challenges inherent in the BRFN Agreement.

Superior Court of Québec clarifies obligations of the AMP in an integrity review under the Act respecting contracting by public bodies

The AMP has no obligation to prescribe corrective measures prior to revoking an enterprise’s authorization to contract with public bodies.

The role of ISO/IEC 42001 in AI governance

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has brought about a complex landscape of regulatory challenges and ethical considerations.

Leveraging AI in franchising: opportunities and legal considerations

Artificial intelligence has been a driving force in reshaping and transforming business operations across various industries.

Canada’s digital services tax enters into force

The Digital Services Tax Act entered into force on June 28, 2024.

Québec publishes final regulation modifying the Regulation respecting the language of commerce and business

The final regulation updates the wording of certain provisions in an effort to ensure harmonization with the Charter.