Happy New Year! Welcome to the January 2026 edition of Dentons Capitol Insights – Sounding the Drumbeat in Washington. In this issue, we examine the White House’s sweeping executive order establishing a national AI policy framework, new restrictions on proxy advisory firms, and global policy trends shaping markets in 2026. We also cover developments in hemp-derived cannabinoid research, California’s climate disclosure regulations, and emerging considerations for data centers. Plus, explore highlights from Dentons Thought Leadership, including the latest Political Law Playbook and Sanctions+ Podcast.

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The Regulatory and Public Policy Team at Dentons.