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Freshfields Guides JD Sports to the Closing of Its Acquisition of Hibbett

Leading international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills has appointed partner Aaron White as head of tech, media and telecoms (TMT) in Asia from 1 August 2024.

Clifford Chance reports record global revenue and profit growth

Continued investment drives surge in US revenue growth

White & Case advises Hyundai Capital Bank Europe on €700 million auto loan securitisation

The bearer bonds have a total nominal value of €700 million and are secured by auto loan receivables originated by Hyundai Capital Bank Europe.

Maples Group Advises Chenqi Technology's HK$1.3 Billion Hong Kong IPO

The offering, which closed on 10 July 2024, raised a gross proceed of approximately HK$1.3 billion.

Hogan Lovells advises Metro Bank PLC on sale of £2.5bn Residential Mortgage Portfolio to NatWest Group PLC

The sale of the Portfolio is in line with Metro Bank's strategy to reposition its balance sheet and enhance risk-adjusted returns on capital.

Bird & Bird advises World of Women on its transaction to join the Tezos ecosystem

The Bird & Bird team was led by Corporate partner Adam Meisels and Corporate senior associate Will Holder

Vietnam’s new direct electricity trading decree will boost renewables investment

Renewable energy sources considered eligible for the sale and purchase of electricity via private transmission lines include solar

Irish data protection commission highlights GDPR risks in developing and using AI

The guidance provides a high level, easy to follow summary of AI tools in the market and outlines the risks and considerations in using AI for individuals, organisations and product designers, developers and providers.

Cybersecurity is “major threat” for financial services firms, according to new Mayer Brown study

The Next Organization, a global survey of 197 leaders from the financial services sector, identifies cybersecurity as a key factor in building an organization fit for the future.

Dechert Advises 21Shares on Launch of Inaugural Ethereum ETP

CETH allows investors the ability to gain exposure to Ether through their existing bank or brokerage rather than by holding Ether directly.

Appleby Bermuda Awards $95,000 in Scholarships and Bursaries

This year’s recipients are Max Blakeney, Tange Bean, Tiffany Cooper, Malcolm Hendrickson and Za’Khari Turner.

Carey Olsen advises Mercer Park Opportunities Corp. on its US$200 million IPO

This transaction highlights the depth and experience of our capital markets team as well as the flexibility of Cayman SPACs.

Latham & Watkins Advises KKR in Acquisition of Marmic Fire & Safety

Multidisciplinary team represents the global investment firm in the purchase of the fire equipment inspection, testing, and maintenance services provider.

Latham Advises on HELLENiQ ENERGY’s €450 Million Bond Offering and Tender Offer

London and Milan capital markets team represents the managers and dealer managers in the transaction.

Meeting strategic M&A needs in the residential Real Estate sector

Eversheds Sutherland advises Urban&Civic on its acquisition of L&Q Estates from L&Q Group

Dentons Link Legal advised Legrand on its 100% acquisition of Netrack Enclosures

Legrand is a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures

Latham Advises Morgan Stanley Tactical Value in Growth Investment for Leading Mexican Fintech Unicorn Clip

Firm represented the investor in one of the largest growth fundings in Latin America for Mexico’s leading digital payments and commerce platform.

Advising Inflexion on its investment into FDMUK Limited

The investment is being made by Inflexion's Enterprise Fund V and aims to support the growth of FDM including expanding the company's geographic reach and product offering.

Mayer Brown Advices Clifford Capital and Pentagreen Capital

The loan will finance 14 individual bioenergy installations across Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Cambodia, and India

Balancing progress and property rights: Implications of the Land (Compulsory Sale for Redevelopment) (Amendment) Bill 2023 | Hong Kong

The proliferation of aging buildings raised significant concerns over the safety and deteriorating living conditions of occupants.

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