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Legal Update on Law on Personal Data Protection

Lexcomm Vietnam LLC | July 18, 2025

 On 26 June 2025, the National Assembly officially passed Law No. 91/2025/QH15 on Personal Data Protection (PDPL), which will officially replace Decree No. 13/2023/ND-CP on Personal Data Protection (Decree 13). Building upon the foundations established by Decree 13, the PDPL introduces a consolidated and comprehensive legal framework for personal data protection in Vietnam and has …

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Unpacking ESOPs: What Every Company Needs to Know

Ahlawat & Associates | July 18, 2025

Employee Stock Option Plans, or commonly referred to as ESOPs, were once assumed to be a simple corporate incentive. However, lately ESOPs have featured prominently across media: from the Enforcement Directorate issuing summons to Senior Advocates for providing legal advice over ESOP structuring, former Managing Director of BharatPe levying allegations regarding the unlawful grant of …

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Stablecoins Find a Home: Bahrain Launches Pioneering Regulatory Framework

Al Doseri Law Firm | July 18, 2025

In a landmark move that positions Bahrain at the forefront of digital asset regulation in the region, the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) launched the Stablecoin Issuance and Offering (SIO) Framework under Rulebook Volume 6, effective July 2025, establishing a comprehensive licensing and regulatory regime for stablecoin issuers. As of July, the Kingdom of Bahrain …

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AI regulation and policy in Africa

Dentons | July 18, 2025

The rapid pace of development in artificial intelligence (AI) has seemingly only been paralleled by calls for its regulation. Since there is broad consensus regarding the possible impact of unregulated AI, governments globally have responded through policymaking to mitigate this risk. Nevertheless, the overregulation of AI may, in turn, inhibit organizations from harnessing the advantages …

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Revisions to Trade Secret Management Guidelines

Vanguard Lawyers Tokyo | July 17, 2025

Revisions to Trade Secret Management Guidelines   In March 2025, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (“METI”) updated its Trade Secret Management Guidelines (“Guidelines”) to reflect current changes in technology and recent legal trends. Some of the more salient revisions are described below, but the list is not exhaustive. Please contact us if you …

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TRADEMARK PORTFOLIO STRATEGY IN UZBEKISTAN: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSES

SETTLE law firm | July 17, 2025

Introduction The collection of registered trademarks constitutes an integral part of brand identity. It supports the consistent promotion of products and services, helping create strong, lasting associations in the minds of consumers. Securing trademark protection is therefore essential not only to maintain legal exclusivity, but also to preserve consumer trust and protect the brand’s market …

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Medical AI: A Cure with Legal Side Effects?

Rodríguez Angobaldo Abogados | July 17, 2025

The Rise of AI in Healthcare In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a commonplace tool across various sectors, and healthcare is no exception. From algorithms that detect diseases with greater accuracy than an experienced radiologist[i], to systems that predict medical complications by analyzing thousands of medical records[ii], AI is profoundly transforming the way …

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TAX BENEFITS OF CONDO-HOTEL RENTAL PROGRAMS IN THE BAHAMAS

Lennox Paton | July 17, 2025

By Chelon Carr-Newbold February 2025 Most of the sought-after luxury residential communities in New Providence (Nassau) and the Family Islands have condo-hotel rental programs which are managed by the Developer or Resort Manager.

ECONOMIC PERMANENT RESIDENCY IN THE BAHAMAS: WHAT TO KNOW

Lennox Paton | July 17, 2025

By: Shonté Beneby Originally posted: Mar. 11, 2025 Update posted: April 2, 2025   This guidance is intended for individuals seeking to apply for Economic Permanent Residency after purchasing a home in The Bahamas. It is not intended as guidance for other types of investments where Economic Permanent Residency may be granted.

A Regional Perspective on Privacy: Caribbean Data Protection Laws and the Case for Reform in The Bahamas

Lennox Paton | July 17, 2025

By: Takeio Frazer Published: July 2025 Introduction In an age where data is currency, safeguarding personal information is no longer optional  it is a national imperative. The Caribbean has seen a wave of modern privacy legislation, with countries like Barbados and Jamaica taking bold steps to implement comprehensive data protection laws. In contrast, The Bahamas, …

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