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Legal implications of shadow banking structures in private credit deals

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In recent years, the private credit market has grown exponentially, becoming a key pillar in the financial services industry. Part of this growth is driven by the expansion of shadow banking structures—non-bank entities and activities that provide lending functions but operate outside the traditional banking regulatory framework. While these structures have increased liquidity and lending […]

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Compliance pitfalls in global loyalty and reward programs

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Loyalty and reward programs have become indispensable tools for businesses eager to retain customers, foster brand affinity and gain actionable insights into consumer behaviour. As markets evolve and competition grows fiercer, many organisations are going global with these initiatives to tap into diverse customer bases across different regions. However, extending loyalty schemes beyond a single

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Legal safeguards in performance-based executive compensation linked to ESG metrics

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 As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations increasingly weave themselves into the fabric of corporate strategy, one key area undergoing significant transformation is executive compensation. A growing number of organisations are tying performance-based remuneration for senior executives to ESG targets, aligning leadership incentives with long-term sustainable value creation. However, this shift brings with it a

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Managing IP ownership in outsourced AI model training contracts

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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has led to a significant increase in the number of organisations outsourcing certain phases of AI project development. One common aspect being outsourced is model training, a resource-intensive process that often involves substantial computational power, specialised expertise, and access to curated datasets. These outsourcing arrangements can offer

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How to structure multi-entity real estate investments across jurisdictions

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Understanding how to effectively structure complex real estate investments that span multiple legal jurisdictions is vital for investors looking to scale their portfolios, optimise taxation, and manage risks. Navigating the terrain of cross-border real estate investment requires a blend of legal acumen, tax strategy, financing considerations, and comprehensive risk management. With increasing globalisation and investors

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Navigating securities law exposure in tokenized asset offerings

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Tokenised asset offerings have emerged as a powerful and progressively popular method of raising capital and offering ownership in a broader variety of assets—from equities and debt instruments to real estate, art, and even fine wine. Enabled by advancements in blockchain technology, tokenisation allows tangible and intangible assets to be represented by digital tokens on

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Legal risks in AI-generated financial advice for wealth managers

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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has brought about transformative changes in almost every industry, with the financial services sector being no exception. Among wealth managers and financial advisers, AI-driven tools have become increasingly popular for analysing vast volumes of financial data, identifying investment opportunities, and even providing tailored advice to clients. These innovations have

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Structuring founder liquidity events without triggering governance conflicts

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In the high-stakes world of startups, liquidity is traditionally a long-term proposition for founders. The paradigm has been that founders only meaningfully realise financial returns once the company achieves a significant liquidity event such as an acquisition or an initial public offering. However, as startup lifecycles have grown longer, with companies remaining private for far

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Balancing competition law with industry-wide data sharing initiatives

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In an increasingly digital and interconnected economy, data has become one of the most valuable assets for businesses, public institutions, and consumers alike. The proliferation of big data technologies and the growing sophistication of data analytics have paved the way for enhanced services, targeted marketing, predictive analytics, and streamlined operations. Simultaneously, open data and data-sharing

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Legal considerations in supply chain tokenization and blockchain tracking

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As global supply chains become more complex and decentralised, stakeholder demands for transparency, authenticity, and efficiency are driving a wave of technological innovation. Among these innovations, blockchain technology has garnered notable attention for its ability to provide secure, traceable, and real-time data sharing across the supply chain. A particularly transformative aspect is the tokenisation of

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