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A&O advises Abu Dhabi Investment Office on Phase 2 of the Road Lighting LED PPP project in Abu Dhabi, UAE

We look forward to continue working alongside the ADIO team to expand the Abu Dhabi PPP and investment landscape

Harneys advises on US$500 million crypto fund of HashKey Capital

Its new fund will further advance crypto and blockchain initiatives worldwide, with a focus on emerging markets.

Collective actions in England and Wales: Emerging trends and insights for the year ahead

The fall in cryptocurrencies’ value and the high-profile collapse of FTX have cast a shadow over the market and, for the millions of UK investors in crypto assets, this is likely to give rise to a wave of litigation.

German Justice Ministry to introduce 'commercial courts' and allow proceedings in English

The commercial courts are to be available for cases with amounts in dispute above a certain level and to conduct the proceedings swiftly, if desired also in English and with a verbatim record.

Herbert Smith Freehills Advises German Apex Group On Going Public

APEX will receive approximately EUR 87 million in fresh capital as part of the transaction

Divorce in the digital age in Singapore and Hong Kong: Crypto and NFTs as matrimonial assets?

These decisions have sparked very substantial interest in digital assets in the legal industry, and may represent the latest frontier of potential new law-making.

Carey Olsen advises CGE Partners and Enhesa on strategic growth investment by Bregal Sagemount

Bregal Sagemount has acquired the minority stake previously held by ICG and is investing alongside CGE who maintain their majority shareholding.

Allen & Overy advises UniCredit on EUR1 billion senior fix-to-floater bond

The bond is documented under the issuer’s EUR60bn Euro Medium Term Notes programme (EMTN) and has been listed on the regulated market of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.

Linklaters advises Scotia Capital on Scotiabank Perú’s Abbreviated Cash Tender Offer

The Linklaters deal team was led by partner Conrado Tenaglia and counsel Alejandro Gordano, alongside associate Juan Mata and foreign attorney Manuel Eyzaguirre.

Hogan Lovells advises The Crown Estate as it seals landmark agreements for offshore wind projects

It is a privilege to advise The Crown Estate on all of its offshore renewable energy matters and to consider ourselves part of the team in the UK’s journey to net zero by 2050.

Dentons advises NEPI Rockcastle on €60 million green financing

Dentons managed and coordinated the financing transaction from structuring to completion.

ESMA consults on ESG and sustainability-related terms in fund names

It is seeking industry feedback on the proposed introduction of quantitative thresholds for the minimum proportion of investments sufficient to support the ESG or sustainability-related terms in funds’ names.

German Authority and EU Bodies Target "Dark Patterns" in Trading Apps and Online Interfaces

In addition, other existing and upcoming EU legislation restricts the use of dark patterns and applies to businesses beyond investment firms.

Buyer beware! Stamp duty increase introduced on the purchase of second homes in Jersey

The 3% stamp duty rise also applies to residential leases for a term greater than nine years (contract leases), where the property will not be the tenant's main residence.

Germany’s Supply Chain Act: additional complaints mechanism poses risks for businesses

The companies must report annually on their compliance with the law.

Latham & Watkins Advises J.P. Morgan and Dragon Capital on Ukrainian Railways Consent Solicitation

The agreement will reduce the burden on the Company’s liquidity.

Macfarlanes advises CHC Helicopter on the sale of Offshore Helicopter Services UK to Ultimate Aviation

The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including the final approval of the sale by the CMA, and is expected to complete in the first calendar quarter of 2023.

UK firms urged to address looming Consumer Duty deadline

The new rules come with significant consequences if, on review, a manufacturer finds that a product does not meet the needs of the identified target market.

Bird & Bird advises Paladin Capital Group on Hack The Box's $55m Series B fundraising

The Bird & Bird Team was led by James Baillieu (partner, Corporate) and Adam Meisels (senior associate, Corporate), as well as Simon Gough (legal director, Tax) and Emily Patel (associate, Tax).

Mayer Brown advises AIF Capital Group on the acquisition of a residential complex for assisted living in Saarbrücken

The residential complex includes 84 parking spaces in the quarter's own underground car park.

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