Technology Law and Digital Law

It is no surprise that many organizations are keen to implement artificial intelligence (or more commonly, “AI”) throughout their workflows. AI has the potential to dramatically speed up banal, day-to-day tasks and synthesize large volumes of complex information.

Earlier this week, Canada released its new AI strategy: AI for All. One of the measures covered by the strategy directly involves an immigration program.

As AI becomes further embedded in products and services, insurance is emerging as one of the few mechanisms capable of translating technical assurance, governance frameworks, and accountability into deployable commercial confidence.

CRA phishing scams and CRA impersonation fraud continue to increase across Canada, particularly during tax-filing season and periods involving government benefit payments.

Blakes is pleased to launch its sixth Canadian Cybersecurity Trends Study, drawing on our frontline experience advising organizations on complex cybersecurity matters across Canada.

Canada’s accelerated defence spending, procurement reform and emphasis on sovereign industrial capacity are reshaping the domestic M&A market. For buyers, investors and portfolio companies, the opportunity is significant, particularly in dual-use technology, aerospace, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure and supply chain assets.

Crypto in divorce in Canada presents unique hurdles for couples managing Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital assets amid separation.

CRA phishing scams and CRA impersonation fraud continue to increase across Canada, particularly during tax-filing season and periods involving government benefit payments.

Cryptocurrency has become a significant source of wealth for many Canadians. Whether an individual holds Bitcoin as a long-term investment, actively trades digital assets, participates in staking programs, or engages in decentralized finance (DeFi), cryptocurrency can create unique estate planning challenges that do not arise with traditional investments.