From intellectual property to employment to tax, the challenge of managing companies' key assets has never been more pressing. And with the post-Covid revolution in work, technological challenges to IP and strain on public finances, there may be trouble ahead.
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$50m Penalties, More Regulatory Powers and Expanded Global Reach – Part One of Australia’s Privacy Act Reforms
On Wednesday 26 October 2022, Australia’s Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus introduced the Privacy Legislation Amendment (Enforcement and Other Measures) …
Australia on board for the journey to global privacy harmonisation
While questions remain about the Forum’s operation and uptake by the international community, this marks a further step toward the convergence of …
ACCC proposals on regulatory reform for digital platforms expected soon
Digital platforms remain squarely on the agenda of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), as the five-year Digital Platform Services …
FCA unveils proposals on sustainability disclosure requirements and investment labels
The regulator's long-awaited measures form part of a package to tackle greenwashing and protect consumersThe FCA has published its consultation paper on …
Bridging the gap: annual recurring revenue financings
One of the major success stories of the pandemic and beyond is the growth of technology companies.Bridging the debt funding gap from start-up funding to …
CALM UNDER PRESSURE – THE CHAIR’S STRATEGIC ROLE AS ACTIVISTS TARGET AGMS
The rise of activism in corporate life is pressing chairs to sharpen their AGM playbooks
Australia’s Privacy Act review – What’s at stake for employers?
Employers face potentially radical changes to the way Australian law regulates their ability to collect, use and disclose employees’ personal …
Landmark Privy Council ruling establishes scope and ranking of ex-trustees' interest in an insolvent trust
Jersey law ruling will have far reaching ramifications for trust administration in common law jurisdictionsThe Judicial Committee of the Privy Council …
#CUSTOMERISKING – BANKS STRIVE TO STAY RELEVANT AND SATISFY REGULATORS IN THE TIKTOK AGE
While lenders are determined to broaden their appeal to a new generation of customers, regulators are raising the bar for consumer protection – that's a …
GLOBAL BANK REVIEW 2022 — BANKING ON PEOPLE
Tough calls loom as the costs of capital and labour mount
Exempt Encyclopedia: A Guide to US Capital Markets Jargon
Exempt Encyclopedia: A Guide to US Capital Markets Jargon is intended to demystify jargon frequently used in connection with large securities offerings …
BTI v Sequana – Key Supreme Court insolvency ruling clarifies stance on creditor duties
A much-anticipated UK decision confirms directors' obligations to creditors, but changes little in practiceWhen directors should consider the interests …
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