Charting the course for US innovation

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

Keeping track of AI regulatory developments around the world

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.

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Despite congressional activity on AI in Colombia, regulation remains unclear and uncertain.

Japan's first comprehensive AI legislation becomes law, focusing on promoting research and development.

The successful implementation of the EU AI Act into national law is the primary focus for the Czech Republic, with its National AI Strategy and the AI Implementation Plan being the main policy documents.

Spain pioneers AI governance with Europe's first AI regulator (AESIA), an already active regulatory sandbox, and a draft national AI law implementing the EU AI Act.

Hong Kong lacks comprehensive AI legislative framework but is developing sector-specific guidelines and regulations, and investing in AI.

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

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

Italy engages in political discussions for future laws.

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

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

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

Although Latin America IPO markets look set to remain challenging in the year ahead, investors who are able to handle risk will find opportunities

The Asia-Pacific region had to contend with a slowdown in new listings in mainland China, but another bumper year for India's IPO market, which consolidated its position as the most active IPO hub globally, helped to lift overall activity in the region

Although European IPO markets still trail pre-pandemic levels, they began an upward trajectory in 2024, with an encouraging pipeline of new IPO candidates lined up for 2025.

US IPO markets entered 2025 well positioned for a promising year as stabilizing interest rates, a business-friendly US administration and the pressing need for private equity firms to exit portfolio companies laid the foundation for a favorable IPO environment, but uncertainty regarding US tariff

Global IPO proceeds improved in 2024, but while some IPO markets performed strongly, others faced a challenging year. In 2025, regional markets appear set to drive IPO themes

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