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22 November 2022

Key changes in data privacy and cyber security laws across Southeast Asia in 2022

2022 is a milestone year for data privacy and cyber security laws developments across Southeast Asia.

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21 November 2022

B20/G20: Next steps for business

Herbert Smith Freehills CEO Justin D'Agostino reports back from the B20 Indonesia on the optimism and opportunities emerging for business after attending as an Executive Board member of the International Chamber of Commerce

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01 November 2022

Retail access for virtual assets – risky business or radical open-mindedness?

Hong Kong’s Fintech Week 2022 began with a crypto-infused bang with keynote speeches from the Government and financial regulators embracing the financial innovation made possible by virtual assets (VAs). Recognising that VAs are here to stay, Hong Kong has proposed to recalibrate the existing legal...

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10 October 2022

Hong Kong Competition Commission begins landmark resale price maintenance enforcement

On 15 September 2022, the Competition Commission (Hong Kong) (the Commission) commenced its first enforcement proceedings in relation to resale price maintenance (RPM) arrangements against a food manufacturer, The Tien Chu (Hong Kong) Company Limited (Tien Chu).

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04 July 2022

Unbundling Competition: Asia competition law podcasts

In this podcast, members of the Herbert Smith Freehills Competition, Regulation and Trade team examine key competition law and related regulatory developments.

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20 May 2022

Issues in Contentious Insolvency Webinar Series

Liquidators are appointed whenever a company is wound up. Banks and other financial institutions often need to deal with liquidators. These interactions can range from (and can turn from) run-of-the-mill document/information requests, to something more contentious, high-profile and high-stake:...

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13 May 2022

Hong Kong court imposes punitive costs in failed IP claim against Alibaba citing forum shopping and non-disclosure

Judgment is a timely reminder of the territorial limits of IP rights as indemnity costs awarded to Chinese tech giant

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04 April 2022

Pays to win – Hong Kong arbitrations set for success fee shake-up

Key Asia hub moves to match other major arbitration seats in allowing contingency fees

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09 December 2021

Increasing localisation of data in Asia: Why this matters for tech

We are seeing a trend towards data localisation emerging in certain countries in Asia which is raising business-critical issues for the tech sector. Usually thought of as just a data privacy tool, regulation restricting cross-border transfers of data are gaining support with legislators in China,...

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09 December 2021

Abolishing digital taxes one part of the OECD's global tax reform

The OECD announced in October 2021 final agreement, by 136 of the 140 base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) Inclusive Framework countries (including the UK, US and China), of a landmark global tax reform package, aimed at addressing the tax challenges arising from the digitalisation of the...

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24 November 2021

Global Bank Review: Triodos Spanish chief on ESG and remaking banking for the 2020s

Continuing our series of insights from senior industry figures, the Global Bank Review speaks with Mikel Garcia-Prieto Arrabal, Director General of sustainability pioneer Triodos Bank España. Mikel shares his views on how climate change and rising social obligations are impacting banks and how...

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09 November 2021

Global Bank Review: Central bank digital currencies and ESG – a sprint across the tightrope

CBDCs are touted as helping the unbanked into the financial system but vast social promise must be balanced against complex environmental and governance concerns.

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08 November 2021

Cultivating board culture towards greater accountability

With potential rule changes on the way listed companies should be thinking ahead, we look at key issues your company needs to know

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04 November 2021

TROUBLE AND HOW TO AVOID IT WEBINAR SERIES

By virtue of the types of financial services our client institutions provide to customers ranging from individuals to professional investors and the client-facing nature of these services, they are often on the receiving end of unexpected events and trouble. In this series that is designed...

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31 August 2021

UN sharpens draft treaty on business and human rights

The group drafting a new UN treaty adds to global pressure for mandatory human rights due diligence, expanded duties for corporates and better remedies for victims.

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30 November 2022

Landmark Respect at Work Bill passed in Australia

On 28 November 2022, the landmark Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Bill 2022 ( Bill ) passed both houses of Parliament and is now awaiting royal assent.

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30 November 2022

Are we headed for a Subsidy War? – A new front has opened as de-globalisation marches on

With geopolitical tensions rife and countries retreating behind economic barricades, subsidy policies have become weaponised

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30 November 2022

On Just Terms Podcast Series

Australia is a litigious country - we meet with Australia's leading legal and commercial minds to discuss how to manage the corporate risk landscape. Join host Jason Betts, Disputes Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills, as he interviews the people on the front lines of this changing environment.

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29 November 2022

What COP27 achieved — A mixed bag, at best

Last-minute compromises averted a washout but key questions need answers if the global agenda is to meet the climate change challenge

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25 November 2022

Germany set to introduce energy windfall tax before 2023

If adopted the surprise new tax will impose a significant increase on businesses' tax and compliance burdens

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25 November 2022

A new normal: data governance and internal stakeholder alignment

Building a robust data governance and privacy compliance regime requires strategic planning and meaningful business buy-in. As the spotlight on data governance intensifies, legal leaders across all industries are evaluating best practices.

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25 November 2022

ALT Australia: Law, differently

High volume, high impact and document intensive work meets cutting-edge technology.

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22 November 2022

IP law podcast series - Unravelling the issues

Our experts explore the hottest topics and controversies in intellectual property law

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22 November 2022

Australian start-ups remain positive, plan to raise survey finds

Overall the survey points to a picture of resilience in Australian start-ups and a belief in the long term prospects for companies and the ecosystem.

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22 November 2022

Key changes in data privacy and cyber security laws across Southeast Asia in 2022

2022 is a milestone year for data privacy and cyber security laws developments across Southeast Asia.

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22 November 2022

Dutch Legislators Propose Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence Law

The landmark proposal forms part of a widening global trend to ensure firms monitor adverse impacts on issues such as human rights and the environment

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21 November 2022

B20/G20: Next steps for business

Herbert Smith Freehills CEO Justin D'Agostino reports back from the B20 Indonesia on the optimism and opportunities emerging for business after attending as an Executive Board member of the International Chamber of Commerce

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17 November 2022

CODE IS NOT LAW — ARBITRATION'S CRITICAL ROLE IN RESOLVING CRYPTO DISPUTES

With the crypto market enduring its most significant test to date, we explore how arbitration has become the industry's go-to forum for solving complex disputes

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15 November 2022

ACCC recommends far-reaching regulatory reforms shaping how digital businesses operate and engage with consumers

The Australian competition watchdog's proposals suggest a more muscular approach to regulating digital service providers

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14 November 2022

Dealing with regulatory approval uncertainty and delay in members’ schemes of arrangement in Australia

Uncertainty regarding the receipt of regulatory approvals is fuelling concerns regarding completion risk.

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Key changes in data privacy and cyber security laws across Southeast Asia in 2022

B20/G20: Next steps for business

Retail access for virtual assets – risky business or radical open-mindedness?

Hong Kong Competition Commission begins landmark resale price maintenance enforcement

Unbundling Competition: Asia competition law podcasts

Issues in Contentious Insolvency Webinar Series

Hong Kong court imposes punitive costs in failed IP claim against Alibaba citing forum shopping and non-disclosure

Pays to win – Hong Kong arbitrations set for success fee shake-up

Increasing localisation of data in Asia: Why this matters for tech

Abolishing digital taxes one part of the OECD's global tax reform

Global Bank Review: Triodos Spanish chief on ESG and remaking banking for the 2020s

Global Bank Review: Central bank digital currencies and ESG – a sprint across the tightrope

Cultivating board culture towards greater accountability

TROUBLE AND HOW TO AVOID IT WEBINAR SERIES

UN sharpens draft treaty on business and human rights

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Landmark Respect at Work Bill passed in Australia

Are we headed for a Subsidy War? – A new front has opened as de-globalisation marches on

On Just Terms Podcast Series

What COP27 achieved — A mixed bag, at best

Germany set to introduce energy windfall tax before 2023

A new normal: data governance and internal stakeholder alignment

ALT Australia: Law, differently

IP law podcast series - Unravelling the issues

Australian start-ups remain positive, plan to raise survey finds

Key changes in data privacy and cyber security laws across Southeast Asia in 2022

Dutch Legislators Propose Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence Law

B20/G20: Next steps for business

CODE IS NOT LAW — ARBITRATION'S CRITICAL ROLE IN RESOLVING CRYPTO DISPUTES

ACCC recommends far-reaching regulatory reforms shaping how digital businesses operate and engage with consumers

Dealing with regulatory approval uncertainty and delay in members’ schemes of arrangement in Australia