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The (Risk) Matrix
In this session, we examined the growing sophistication and complexity of major IP and tech disputes facing businesses and how the courts have been addressing them (e.g. Getty Images v Stability AI, IBM v LzLabs, and patent FRAND litigation). W...
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Mission: Possible?
In this session, we explored how businesses can navigate and thrive in an increasingly tech-regulated world. Drawing on real-world experiences from financial services regulation and past implementations of tech and data regulations, we shared v...
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Automated decision making and profiling
This webinar will explore the GDPR's provisions on automated decision-making and profiling, including the right to human intervention and the requirement for transparency and fairness.
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AI and individuals’ rights under the GDPR
This session will discuss the rights of individuals under the GDPR in the context of AI, including the right to access, rectification, erasure, and data portability.
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Data privacy considerations in APAC AI legal regime
This session provides an overview of the data privacy requirements under AI laws, standards and regulatory guidelines in key APAC jurisdictions including China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, etc.
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AI-related Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
This session provides an overview of the Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) process and its relevance to AI-related projects, including the identification and mitigation of data protection risks.
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AI and GDPR purpose limitation requirements
This session will explore data privacy considerations that arise during the AI model training process, including the collection, use and sharing of data.This session explores data privacy considerations that arise during the AI model tra...
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Data privacy considerations in AI model training
This session will explore data privacy considerations that arise during the AI model training process, including the collection, use and sharing of data.This session explores data privacy considerations that arise during the AI model tra...
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Motor finance commissions – what does the Supreme Court’s ruling mean for your business?
The UK Supreme Court handed down its judgment on Friday 1 August in the motor finance commission case of Johnson, Wrench and Hopcraft. The decision might have significant implications for a wide range of businesses, beyond the motor finance sec...
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Product liability series 2025: Tech troubles - navigating Product Liability in the Digital Age
As technology evolves, so do the challenges of product liability. This session will address the unique issues faced by businesses in the digital age, including cybersecurity risks and the liability of AI-driven products.Speakers:
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Product liability series 2025: European class-actions - lessons from the HLS sector
Learn from recent class-action cases in the healthcare and life sciences sector. Our speakers will provide insights into the strategies and outcomes of these cases, offering valuable lessons for businesses across industries. Speaker...
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Product liability series 2025: Global environmental exposures - PFAS and microplastics
Delve into the global environmental challenges posed by PFAS and microplastics. This session will cover the legal and regulatory responses to these issues and their impact on product liability.Speakers:
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Product liability series 2025: Safeguarding businesses - new EU / UK product liability regimes
With strong consumer protectionist measures and enhanced regulatory obligations for businesses in a range of product sectors, we provide practical guidance and strategy on how to protect business, mitigate civil liability and regulatory exposur...
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Developments in the German Regulatory Law Landscape
In our latest podcast episode, "Developments in the German Regulatory Law Landscape”, host Betül Kohlhäufl and guest Bastian Kaufhold from our Frankfurt team take a look at the recent proposed update of the German shareholder control regula...
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Pensions Podcast: Unlocking DB Surplus - Simmons welcomes DWP’s response to surplus return consultation
In this episode, we explore the proposed changes to the defined benefit (DB) pension surplus regime. With new rules on the horizon, DB schemes could soon gain greater flexibility to unlock and make use of surplus funds. Join us as we break down...
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Developments in the German Regulatory Law Landscape
In our latest podcast episode, "Developments in the German Regulatory Law Landscape”, hosts Betül Kohlhäufl and Noujan Akbari from our Frankfurt team delve into the recent consultations by the German regulator BaFin. In...
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Data Dive 12 – Anthony McDermott and Ronan Tynan from Mitchell McDermott
Episode 12 - Barry Gross is joined by Anthony McDermott and Ronan Tynan from Mitchell McDermott, to discuss the evolution of data centres, cost and project management, contractor engagement and procurement strategies, and future-proofing...
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