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May 15, 2025

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European Court of Human Rights Hosts Conference on AI Impacts

The ECHR co-hosted a conference on April 24, 2025, titled "Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights: New Horizons in European Legal Protection." The event addressed challenges and opportunities AI presents for fundamental rights under the European...

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May 13, 2025

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International Employment Law Sees Key Updates in April 2025

April 2025 saw several international employment law changes. Spain clarified constructive dismissal rights for wage delays and reinstated protections against dismissal for requesting flexible work schedules. Hong Kong confirmed the abolition of MPF offsetting for...

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May 13, 2025

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UK Supreme Court Rules 'Sex' Means Biological Sex Under Equality Act

In a significant ruling on April 16, 2025, the UK Supreme Court unanimously held that 'sex', 'man', and 'woman' in the Equality Act 2010 refer exclusively to biological sex assigned at birth. The court clarified...

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May 9, 2025

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Survey Reveals Growing AI Adoption in Legal, Highlights Speech Tech Needs

A survey published in early April 2025 by Rev shows significant AI adoption in law, with 51% viewing it as the most transformative force for the next five years. Key uses include legal research (42.4%)...

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May 8, 2025

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Further Russia Sanctions Target Tech, Software, Diamonds, and Helium

New UK trade sanctions against Russia, effective April 24, 2025 (likely coordinated internationally), expanded restrictions on exporting goods like specific chemicals, electronics, and machinery. Crucially, new prohibitions target technology transfers and certain software (energy, manufacturing, industrial...

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May 8, 2025

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Antitrust Enforcers Signal Focus on Monopolization, Tech, and Global Coordination

Insights from the ABA Antitrust Section's Spring Meeting (April 2-4, 2025) revealed key priorities. New US DOJ Antitrust and FTC leadership emphasized targeting monopolization, especially in tech, citing concerns over aggregated power and alleged censorship. Globally,...

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May 8, 2025

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US Implements Sweeping Tariffs, Sparking Global Trade Concerns

In early April 2025, the US government enacted significant trade policy changes, introducing a baseline 10% tariff on imports from most countries (effective April 5) and announcing specific "reciprocal tariffs" for 57 partners based on...

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May 5, 2025

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EU Banking Authority Issues Crypto and Climate Risk Guidance

In late April 2025, the European Banking Authority (EBA) took steps to enhance regulatory oversight concerning crypto-assets and climate risk. The EBA published a draft Regulatory Technical Standards defining the criteria for when Crypto-Asset Service...

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Apr 22, 2025

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Navigating the Legal Landscape: Key Industry Updates (April 2025)

Sharp Criticism of Delaware Corporate Law Overhaul Amidst Business ConcernsDelaware swiftly amended its corporate law to protect officers amid business pressure, but faced judicial criticism for potentially undermining legal predictability and shareholder rights.Source: AP NewsKey...

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Apr 18, 2025

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Escalating Violence by Armed Groups in Colombia's Catatumbo Region Displaces Thousands

Fierce fighting between armed groups, primarily the ELN and a FARC dissident faction (33rd Front), dramatically escalated violence and caused severe civilian abuses in Colombia's Catatumbo region near Venezuela in early 2025. Since January, an...

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