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Paul Hastings Recognized for Legal Excellence

The annual guide is based on “in-depth research into the market,” according to the editor, including “feedback from peers and clients to assess [law firms’] overall visibility and reputation.”

Ex-Linklaters tech head denies sexually harassing junior contractor

Former head of Nakhoda unit begins testimony at employment tribunal

Leveraging Open APIs to build your digital ecosystem

There are mutual advantages of adopting an open API architecture

Global banking regulator outlines proposals for the prudential classification and treatment of cryptoassets

This marks a significant milestone in outlining, for the first time, proposals for a Basel standard on the prudential classification and treatment of cryptoassets.

The race to net-zero: why it matters

The economic framework in which we have operated for decades is becoming obsolete.

The rise of ESG and why it matters to everyone

The involvement of global institutions began in 2000 with the publishing of the UN Millennium Development Goals aimed at tackling poverty.

Revolution or Evolution? Technology and the changing dispute Resolution Landscape

Our tech disputes experts explore the key changes and the effect that these are having on the way in which we can minimise exposure and navigate the new environment to successfully resolve disputes.

Climate Change: A Board Level Consideration

The world's average surface temperature has risen by approximately 1°C since pre-industrial levels and the increase will surpass 1.5°C between 2030 and 2052

The rise of using cryptocurrency in business

Considering the benefits of crypto

Despite COVID-19, Global Financial Wealth Soared to Record High of $250 Trillion in 2020

Total Global Financial Wealth Reached New Heights in 2020, Rising 8.3% as Strong Stock Market Performance and a Spike in Savings Fueled a Wealth Boom, Says New Report by Boston Consulting Group

Want greater psychological safety and better chairing in your boardroom? Try investing in team alignment, new report finds

Boardroom dynamics play a crucial role too so it is troubling to think that so few boards are truly challenging the status quo.

Navigating the US regulatory maze: What real estate managers need to know

At IQ-EQ, we are trying to help RE managers navigate the complex maze of SEC regulations.

SPACs in 2021 – the new model for private equity?

SPACS offer unique opportunities all round.

Financial Ombudsman Service complaints rise across the FS Sector during pandemic

Financial services regulatory dispute resolution expert, and ex-FOS ombudsman, Anthony Harrison of Pinsent Masons, the law firm behind Out-Law, said the complaint data showed the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on lives and livelihoods has been profound.

How to make innovation-based change work for lawyers

Embracing design thinking is a start, but incorporating behavioural science and data science has to be next on the agenda.

Foreign Investment in Australia: what you need to know

This latest version of our popular Foreign Investment in Australia publication, covers these recent changes as well as the overall regime in detail.

Always revitalising and evolving

The report notes that the decision whether to provide for NCPTs is ultimately one of policy, on which different countries have taken different views.

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

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