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What to expect in 2026 for crypto law and policy

By 2026, cryptoassets are no longer a niche or experimental sector. They are squarely on the radar of regulators throughout the world. Concerns over financial stability, consumer protection, market integrity, illicit finance and systemic risk have pushed crypto onto the agendas of the EU, the UK, and major global markets. Regulation is shifting from uncertainty […]

A turning point for AI governance? Trump’s executive order and what comes next

Global AI governance entered a new phase this week when President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order on artificial intelligence, aimed at reshaping how AI is regulated across the US. The order seeks to curb state-level AI regulation in favour of a single, nationally coordinated framework, a move that could significantly recalibrate the US […]

Your compliance learning agenda for 2026: What every organisation needs to know

In 2026, compliance officers, HR and learning leaders face a complex risk landscape. Between sweeping cyber reforms, cultural accountability in financial services, legally protected beliefs and sanctions volatility, organisations need to consider how they train, engage, and protect their workforce.   In a recent webinar hosted by Vinciworks in partnership with HowNow, compliance experts Naomi […]

What to expect in 2026 for GDPR and data protection

There’s no doubt that in 2026, the data protection landscape will continue to evolve rapidly. Regulators will continue to adapt to new technologies such as AI, cross-border services and advanced analytics. There will continue to be geopolitical shifts. In Europe and the UK, businesses will face changes in enforcement practices, new domestic legislation, emerging standards […]

Why the latest HM Treasury AML/CTF supervision report matters for every regulated firm

The UK’s fight against money laundering and terrorist financing is entering a pivotal phase. On December 8, HM Treasury published its 13th annual report on AML/CTF supervision, covering supervisory activity between April 6, 2024 and April 5, 2025. While this report appears routine at first glance, it has implications for firms, supervisors and the future […]

When AI gets it wrong: Why law firms need to manage risk and liability

AI is increasingly being used in legal research and drafting but a recent judgment underscores the need for careful oversight and, significantly, the potential liability risks for law firms. The case, Ndaryiyumvire v Brimingham City University, demonstrates how AI-generated content can intersect with professional responsibilities and regulatory exposure.   The case    In July 2025, […]

UK expands AML rules to charities, universities and football agents

The UK is gearing up for one of the most significant expansions of its anti-money laundering (AML) regime in years. From mid-2026, charities, universities, and football agents will formally fall within the scope of AML regulation bringing mandatory due diligence, stricter oversight and new accountability requirements to sectors historically treated as low risk.   The […]

State of Play for AML, part 3: What the 2025 MLR consultation response means for UK compliance

The UK Government’s 2025 response to its consultation on the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs), indicates that its AML regime is moving away from prescriptive, process-driven compliance towards a more targeted, proportionate and risk-based system designed to tackle the most serious vulnerabilities. This third and final instalment in our State of play for AML series continues […]