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Non Fungible Tokens: Legal issues to be considered

Before the recent surge in the use of NFTs, creators faced limitations on the revenue that they could generate from their works.

Morton Fraser ranked in the UK’s top 10 best law firms to work for

Morton Fraser also secured 24th place in the Top Companies to Work For in Scotland.

To co-work or not to co-work? Important UK employment considerations for coworking spaces

Flexible office space can take many forms

Best Lawyers recognition for six Carey Olsen partners

Recognition by Best Lawyers, which publishes highly regarded guides to the legal profession in 76 countries, is based entirely on peer review.

A&M Taxand 2021 Global Guide to M&A Tax

The past year also left the markets wondering whether a trade deal would ever be struck between the UK and the European Commission as the Brexit deadline loomed.

How the world’s richest defend their wealth, with help from a dedicated industry

They’re paid millions to hide trillions.

Article 27 representatives not liable under GDPR, says High Court

A number of companies have set themselves up to provide this representative service, but until now, it has not been entirely clear the extent to which such a representative might be liable itself to fines from supervisory authorities or other enforcement

Norton Rose Fulbright wins second award

This year, Legal Week recognised Norton Rose Fulbright for its work in developing a new model for dealing with litigation following a significant cyber-attack.

Conyers Wins Two Awards

Partner Richard Hall advised Huazhu Group Limited on its secondary listing of shares in the company on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited.

The (Artificial) Intelligent Investor

Robo-advisors are automated, digital platforms that provide financial-planning services based on market algorithms and trends – a stark contrast from traditional avenues such as investment advisors.

Financial Regulation: Daily Update

The FCA has also published an infographic on the new rules and a research note on how incentives affect consumers’ choices, focusing on purchases of motor and home insurance made through price comparison websites.

Bedell Cristin recognised as top offshore law firm

The eprivateclient rankings highlight the importance of offshore law firms and the role they play in the global private wealth sector.

Private equity: the shift towards sustainable portfolios

The shift towards a sustainable portfolio reflects growing public concern about global challenges such as climate change, social inequality and access to clean water

Family businesses in Europe fared better than other regions in response to COVID-19, says new report

European family businesses reported lower employee reductions, fewer business closures and more revenue increases.

Net zero carbon: Is it all just hot air?

These GHG, or carbon, emissions have contributed to the steady rise in global temperatures.

Why is Private Equity the asset class of choice in a volatile economy?

In Guernsey, the total flow of investments from UK investors facilitated by Guernsey funds has roughly doubled since 2013.

How Sustainable Finance Can Support ESG Goals

Second, financial institutions have come to better understand the risks to investments associated with ESG issues.

Maples Group Receives Four Awards

The annual awards recognise the best-in-class Irish corporate finance deals and profile the leading advisers in the Irish market.

What does the new UK guidance on Right to Work mean to you and your employees?

It would also be worthwhile using this time to review your records

Access to carbon data central to ’net zero’ infrastructure sector

The NZIIC said access to good carbon data “is essential in understanding how to plan, design, deliver, and operate infrastructure”.

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