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Climate change: succeed in a net-zero future
The risks associated with climate change go way beyond the purely environmental.In our climate change briefing we consider at a high level the political, …
Key UN climate panel issues 2021 report - Signalling the way
As the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change releases its AR6 report - we assess the ramifications for business.The United Nations …
Herbert Smith Freehills Wins Proximo Latin America Mining Deal of the Year
Herbert Smith Freehills’ Latin America team was recognized for its market-leading work in the region at Proximo’s virtual awards ceremony held on March …
Human rights arguments in climate change disputes – Why it's growing
Research shows the use of human rights arguments has widened the scope to pursue climate change cases against corporatesThere has been a significant rise …
Can predictive analytics prevent employee misconduct?
The appeal of data tools in unearthing misconduct is clear. So are the risks if employers fail to tread carefullyWith predictive policing and crime …
Digital forensics in investigations and the growing data burden
Businesses will need smarter data collection and management strategies to satisfy regulators The approach to digital forensics in investigations is …
Using big data to fight financial crime
In a regulatory environment which demands ever higher standards for anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, many financial institutions have responded by …
Regulators lead businesses in monitoring of misconduct
As regulators and law enforcement increasingly rely on advanced data analytics for monitoring and surveillance, the risk is growing that they will detect …
Big data and Modern Slavery – Progress not panacea
Data analysis can only get you so far in modern slavery compliance… and regulators are watchingWhile the benefits of data and technology can be leveraged …
Gathering Momentum: Mining projects in Latin America
Juan-José Zentner and Michael D’Agostino, Herbert Smith Freehills, USA, discuss the outlook for mining projects in Latin America, and identify emerging …
Latest developments of the mining industry in Latin America
In view of the rise in commodity prices, especially metals, mining activity in South America has increased in 2017 compared to the last few years. …
Text of the revised Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement released
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has released the final text of the revised Trans-Pacific Partnership. Following the withdrawal of the United …
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