Renewable Energy Market In Vietnam.
Renewable energy is reshaping the global energy landscape, and Vietnam is no exception. With its significant strides in wind and solar power investment, Vietnam is emerging as a compelling case study in the shift towards sustainable energy production. Stakeholders in […]
Long Term Resident Visa In Thailand.
In this episode, Thailand-based law firm ICLT delves into the crucial information about obtaining the Long-Term Resident Visa in Thailand. From understanding the eligibility criteria to navigating the application process, we aim to equip you with the essential knowledge to […]
Philippines – Key Questions On Labor Laws And Employment Rights.
- Leslie Dy, Senior Partner, SyCipLaw
Contractualization and Workers’ Rights: SyCipLaw: Contractualisation may relate to the engagement of job contractors to perform services for a principal or the engagement of workers under short-term contracts. 1 – Job contracting There has been an increase in contracting out […]
Featured
Update On Singapore’s Cybersecurity (Amendment) Bill 2023.
The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) is currently in the process of introducing the first ever amendments to its Cybersecurity Act (CS Act) 2018 via the Cybersecurity (Amendment) Bill. Through these Amendments, CSA is looking to account for advancements in Singapore’s technology and business landscape since 2018. It is also hoping to holistically enhance the cybersecurity of not only the country’s critical information infrastructure (CII) but also other digital infrastructure important for Singapore’s economy.
Hong Kong – Tightening Reins On Cryptocurrency And Trading Platforms: A Recap On The Past Year In Virtual Asset Regulation.
Nearly one year has passed since the implementation of the licensing regime for Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (‘VATP’) by the Securities and Futures Commission (the ‘SFC’), which formally came into effect on 1 June 2023 (the ‘VATP Regime’). Since its implementation, the SFC and other monetary and financial authorities have sought to keep Hong Kong in line with international standards by proposing further regulations to expand its regulatory scope over various types and forms of virtual assets trading.
India – Navigating Change: Unravelling The Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023.
The Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023 stands as a pivotal milestone in India’s commitment to preserving its rich natural heritage. The present article comprehensively explores the revisions made to this legislative framework and their implications on biodiversity management in the country. The Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023, (“Amendment Act”) began its legislative journey in December 2021, when the Bill was first tabled in Lok Sabha and solicited public feedback before being referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee. The committee’s recommendations, which were submitted by December 2022, were incorporated into the Bill. It was subsequently reintroduced in Parliament and received presidential assent on August 3, 2023.
Business of Law
Document Review Or Chatbot: Which Generative AI e-Discovery Solution Is Right For You?
The number of generative AI solutions available to e-discovery professionals has exploded, and each uses large language models (LLMs) in a different way. From information retrieval to summarization and fact development to document analysis … it can be challenging to […]
Mastering Legal Procurement: 5 Strategies For In-House Teams.
- Sacha Kirk - Co-founder & CMO,
There is often inherent friction between the legal department and the procurement function when it comes to buying and managing legal services. From procurement’s perspective, they want to get their arms around the indirect enterprise spend, of which legal services constitute […]
Navigating Cross-Border Transactions: Strategies For International Business Expansion.
Navigating the complex world of international business expansion is a multifaceted endeavor that demands a strategic approach to cross-border transactions. In an era marked by globalisation, businesses are increasingly looking beyond their domestic markets to seize opportunities for growth, revenue […]
Interviews
LegalTech Soapbox: Improve Your Daily Operations With Outlaw.
Outlaw’s Co-Founder and CEO, Evan Schneyer, started his first tech company a decade ago. It later sold to TripAdvisor, and the experience left him inspired and determined to build a platform that would help users through the contract process. That’s when […]
GC Spotlight: Roger Wong Discusses How Change Is Unavoidable But Creates Opportunity For Legal Teams.
Roger is a senior financial services lawyer with over 20 years of experience and is currently General Counsel, Asia for Lombard Odier, a boutique Swiss private bank, where he has worked since 2015. He previously worked at Allens and AMP […]
KorumLegal Consultant: Ummu Fallon Explores How ALSPs Bring Flexibility, Diverse Perspectives And Adaptability To Businesses.
Ummu Fallon has been a legal operations professional since 2017 with experiences across multiple jurisdictions. She has dedicated expertise in legal operations within in-house legal departments with focus on Legal Technologies, Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), Process Streamlining and Optimisation, Vendor […]