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ACCC’s inquiry into the supply of retail FX services – Final Report
On 2 September 2019, the ACCC released the final report of the ACCC’s inquiry into the supply of foreign currency conversion services (FX services) in …
Is your Australian trade mark culturally appropriate?
In the globalised world in which we live, culture is certainly trending, but brands need to keep cultural sensitivities in mind to avoid marketing …
K-Line receives a record $34.5m fine for criminal cartel conduct
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd (K-Line) has received the largest criminal fine imposed under the Competition and Consumer Act, after pleading guilty to …
ACCC’s game changing digital platforms final report: 5 things you need to know
The ACCC is at the forefront of the global debate on the implications and consequences of digital platforms for competition and consumers. In its final …
Uncharted territory: ACCC concludes digital platforms inquiry with broad recommendations for reform
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released its long-anticipated final report into digital platforms, outlining the proposed …
Data Assets: Protecting and Driving Value in a Digital Age
We assess the key legal factors for businesses developing data commercialisation playbooksIn our latest briefing we explore the key legal considerations …
ACCC Residential Mortgage Price Inquiry Final Report
On 11 December 2018, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) released its final report into the Residential Mortgage Price Inquiry.1The …
ACCC to up the ante in consumer protection matters
The ACCC recently released its Annual Report for the 2017/2018 financial year.1 As well as looking back at the ACCC’s performance over the year, for …
Consumer Law penalties ramping up to deter breaches
Legislation has passed which significantly increases maximum penalties under the Australian Consumer Law. The ACCC Chair said of the increase “penalties …
Herbert Smith Freehills advises Caltex on its strategic alliance with Woolworths
Herbert Smith Freehills has advised Caltex on its strategic alliance with Woolworths. The alliance extends and expands Caltex’s existing partnership with …
Comments on UK proposal for the future relationship with the EU
Last Friday, 6 July, it was understood that the UK Cabinet had finally united around a UK position on the desired future relationship with the EU. …
Can humour diffuse risk in comparative advertising?
Comparative advertising is generally considered effective but high risk. It is high risk because the party being compared unfavourably may take umbrage …
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