06/27/2022
Hong Kong central bank’s risk based approach to crypto-assets and stablecoins
Very recently in April 2022, the regulators in the UK have also been planning for regulatory reform in relation to stablecoins.
FinTech
06/24/2022
Addressing the environmental impact of the digital future of financial services
As financial services become more digital, there is a growing need to process and store more and more data – whether to engage and communicate with customers, perform back-office operations or enable new, often AI-enabled, products and services to d
06/22/2022
Responsible Financial Innovation Act Offers Clarity, Safeguards for Digital Assets
The RFIA is the most wide-ranging crypto bill yet.
06/22/2022
Proposed amendments to MLRs – New change in control regime for cryptoasset businesses
To prevent the risk of illicit activities from taking place during this period, the draft SI amends the MLRs by requiring proposed acquirers of registered cryptoasset exchange providers or custodian wallet providers to notify the FCA ahead of an acquisiti
06/21/2022
Hogan Lovells and PeaceTech Lab collaborate to fight online hate
Cheap technology and ubiquitous broadband access allow users to broadcast their output to millions of people around the world. Internet-users are able to network with like-minded people and communities.
06/21/2022
Encouraging innovation and managing risk in acquiring consumer health businesses
Buyers do not want those individuals distracted or demotivated by the prospect of having a warranty claim brought against them further down the line - buyers want to incentivise these individuals.
06/16/2022
Dentons Lopez Velarde opens a Venture Tech Center for Latin America and the Caribbean
Lomas de Chapultepec has seen substantial growth in recent years and is now the epicenter for major technology companies in Latin America.
06/16/2022
Technological reform of the justice system urgently needed to protect the rule of law in England and Wales
Drawing on an expert round-table and polling of businesses and individuals, the research reveals failings in previous investment in and attempts to modernise the civil and criminal justice systems.
06/16/2022
Shoosmiths scoops four awards for client excellence, innovation and tech at the Managing Partners’ Forum Awards
Last year, Shoosmiths won ‘Best Operational Continuity’ (Business theme) and ‘Best Shared Learning with Clients’, for the firm’s ability to catalyse LegalTech
06/15/2022
Accelerating change through technology
The Covid-19 pandemic pushed organisations to adapt in record time and to use technology to solve problems faster than ever before.
06/14/2022
The LegalTech Fund Exceeds Goals upon Closing, Raising $28.5 Million to Invest in Promising Legal Tech Startups
First of Its Kind, Fund Dedicated for Legal Tech Attracts Top Investors and Posts Several Early Successes with Initial Investments
06/13/2022
Carey Olsen and Oakbridge support Play Ventures on launch of venture capital blockchain and metaverse gaming fund
The Fund invests in global early-stage pre-seed, seed, Series A and blockchain and metaverse gaming companies and tokens.
06/13/2022
The trial period is over: updated consumer laws for the digital economy
It therefore came as no surprise that, following several months of public consultation, the UK Government announced wide-ranging reforms to its consumer protection regime on 20 April 2022.
06/10/2022
A quick guide to Singapore's payment services ecosystem
Not all payment services are regulated under the PSA.
06/07/2022
US DOJ Brings Its First-Ever Insider Trading Prosecution Involving Digital Assets
This Legal Update provides background, further detail on the indictment and takeaways for companies and investors dealing in digital assets.
06/03/2022
Hong Kong’s 2022 Guidance on Cross-border Data Transfers - Implications for Data Users and Processors
Furthermore, in recognition of the growth in outsourced processing, and much like the Standard Contractual Clauses of the EU GDPR, the 2022 Guidance now contains two sets of recommended model clauses to cater for (i) data user to data user transfers, and
06/02/2022
What A Crypto Exchange Bankruptcy Filing Could Look Like
This article addresses these issues and provides a general discussion regarding how customers can take proactive measures to protect their assets.
06/01/2022
Flying to the moon and back - Five things Luna investors should know
The Luna token, the market value of which dropped by over 98% within one day was in turn backed up by reserve Bitcoin which has been sold since the start of the crisis, leaving many Luna investors seeking recourse.
05/31/2022
Cryptocurrency: Gold Mine or Minefield
From smart contracts through to securitisation; blockchain promises to change how we interact, the speed at which we interact and how trust is formed.
05/30/2022
Carey Olsen and Oakbridge support Phillip Street Partners on launch of new crypto macro fund
Kok Lee Sit of Phillip Street Partners commented: "It is indeed a pleasure working with true professionals at Carey Olsen and Oakbridge Fund Services. Digital assets are, without a doubt, going mainstream and here to stay."