Singapore’s AI construction boom faces data and governance challenges
Singapore is well positioned for AI adoption, but data, governance and skills gaps are preventing it from realising its full potential. Read Complete Article
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DFSA opens consultation on Islamic finance rules changes
Proposed amendments to Islamic finance regulations in Dubai will provide welcome clarification for firms over when endorsement is required as Islamic finance activity in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) […]
Continue Reading →Middle East conflict exposes recurring insurance ‘protection gap’
Many businesses operate on the assumption that they are adequately insured, but recent geopolitical developments highlight that being insured does not always mean being protected. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →FCA’s operational resilience findings necessitate action on contracts
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has provided clear guidance to UK financial services firms on what it expects them to do to meet their obligations around operational resilience one year […]
Continue Reading →Australia expands workplace delegates’ rights following FWC decision
Employers should familiarise themselves with new delegates’ rights terms included in modern awards that are applicable to their workforces. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →South African court sets ‘clear limits’ on competition watchdog’s divestiture powers
A recent judgment by South Africa’s Competition Appeal Court (CAC) may embolden companies to challenge remedial ‘recommendations’ in market inquiries that operate as de facto orders, an expert has said. […]
Continue Reading →Fresh OfS research highlights scale of sexual misconduct on UK campuses
New research showing more than 14% of UK students have suffered sexual assault on campus highlights the need for institutions to ensure their prevention and support policies are up to […]
Continue Reading →AI can help surface IP to use for accessing finance, says expert
Businesses can use AI tools to identify intellectual property (IP) often hidden within their operations that they might then leverage to access capital, an IP expert has said. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →HMRC data shows surge in VAT investigations
One in three large companies had a VAT investigation launched against them last year, highlighting HMRC’s focus on closing the tax gap, an expert has said. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Excipients ineligible for EU supplementary protection certificates, says court adviser
Supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) should not be granted for substances expressly designated as excipients within applications for marketing authorisation for medicines, according to new opinion issued by an adviser to […]
Continue Reading →Financially pressured education institutions have restructuring options
Educational institutions across the UK face increasing financial pressure, resulting from a combination of factors such as rising operational costs, higher borrowing costs, changing student demographics, reduced revenue and falling […]
Continue Reading →AI to be embedded into DIFC law, regulation and infrastructure
Opportunities for businesses to use AI to innovate should stem from plans to embed AI into legislative and regulatory frameworks in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), experts have said. […]
Continue Reading →Enforcing foreign arbitral awards in Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has taken significant steps in recent years to position itself as a more arbitration friendly jurisdiction, particularly through its agreement to the New York […]
Continue Reading →New Victoria criminal reporting rules ramp up pressure on contractors, warn experts
New rules due to come into full effect next month will put increased pressure on construction companies in reporting criminal and unlawful activity in Victoria, Australia, experts have warned. Read […]
Continue Reading →Rules on ‘high-risk’ AI to be delayed under EU ‘omnibus’ deal
EU rules regarding AI systems categorised as ‘high-risk’ will take effect from late 2027, not this summer as is scheduled, if a new deal struck by legislators is adopted in […]
Continue Reading →FCA reviews claims management sector in ‘significant’ intervention
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has opened a formal review of the claims management market in a step that could lead to legislative reforms. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Stability and security underpin low-carbon investment needs, finds new report
Germany and France are two key low carbon project investment destinations for venture capital (VC) funds looking where to put their money over the next year, a major new study […]
Continue Reading →CCS leads way for global green energy investment, finds major new survey
Carbon capture and storage solutions remain the leading target for venture capital (VC) investors with over 90% of investors backing the technology, a landmark new survey has revealed. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →Stars could move swiftly to protect image as Taylor lodges AI trademarks
A move by global pop icon Taylor Swift to trademark her voice marks the latest step in celebrity fears over AI manipulation, according to an intellectual property expert. Read Complete […]
Continue Reading →AI set to drive construction in Hong Kong SAR
AI adoption in Hong Kong’s construction industry is steadily growing, and its success will hinge on how stakeholders embrace to its use, and harvest, use and share data to increase […]
Continue Reading →Netherlands moves closer to delayed NIS2 implementation
Legislative approaches for implementing the much-delayed NIS2 provisions in the Netherlands will not require a separate cybersecurity authority, according to experts. Read Complete Article
Continue Reading →Upper Tribunal rules in taxpayer favour in oil and gas succession dispute
A recent decision by the Upper Tribunal (UT) has clarified the interaction between the ring-fencing regime and the trade succession rules in the context of the tax treatment of a […]
Continue Reading →OfS criticised by High Court for ‘closed mind’ as freedom of speech fine overturned
High Court criticism of the higher education regulator for England after overturning a record freedom of speech fine poses significant questions about how future investigations will be conducted, according to […]
Continue Reading →Dutch prospectus requirements brought in line with EU regime
New Dutch prospectus requirements will align the country’s capital markets with the EU prospectus regime and encourage investment, experts have said. Read Complete Article
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