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Competition, antitrust and trade

Foreign Subsidies Regulation: new EU mandatory notification regime takes effect on 12 October 2023

Notification to the Commission of qualifying M&A and public tenders are now required before completion
Intellectual property

Abolition of the so-called "Professor Privilege" in Italy: new guidelines on contracts between research institutions and financing parties

Law no. 102 of 24 July 2023, containing Amendments to the Industrial Property Code (pursuant to Legislative Decree no. 30
Regulatory and compliance

UK sanctions: is every company in Russia controlled by Putin?

Surprise Court of Appeal opinion has potentially wide-ranging impact on UK businesses dealing with Russian companies
Intellectual property

Omnibus Directive: the practical implementation of the legislation in Poland

What actions has the competition and consumer protections authority taken and what new obligations are on the horizon?
Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence: How can businesses seize AI opportunities while managing the legal risks ?

Understanding both how AI works – its opportunities and pitfalls – and the current legal framework is critical for businesses
Corporate

Tech M&A: Top tips for a successful deal

What do serial entrepreneurs and legal experts say are the secrets for a smooth deal process?
Navigating restructuring plans

Approaching restructuring plans as a landlord in the UK retail and consumer sector

Early engagement, targeted information requests and use of the court's disclosure powers may assist consideration of whether to support or
Energy and Utilities

The Energy Transition | Capacity for offshore wind auction in Celtic Sea increases to 4.5GW

Welcome to our top picks of the latest energy regulatory and market developments in the UK's transition to net zero
Financial Services

UK regulator's diversity and inclusion proposals set to shake up financial services

D&I measures proposed by the FCA intend 'to support healthy work cultures, reduce groupthink and unlock talent'
Corporate

Starting up, scaling up and the investment and exit process from high growth businesses in the UK – in practice

What is the state of the current venture market, and how can start-ups or growth companies ensure a smooth investment
Employment and pensions

UK Employment Law Coffee Break | Holiday pay: Supreme Court provides clarification for employers in ruling on unlawful deduction of wages claims

Welcome to our latest Employment Law Coffee Break in which, this week, we focus on the latest holiday pay ruling