Three Years Of GDPR - New Developments: Brexit Implications (Video)

The UK Court of Appeal has clarified the test for valid consent under GDPR, ruling that an objective approach should be taken rather than examining an individual's subjective state of mind. This decision has significant implications for how data controllers assess consent from vulnerable individuals, particularly in sectors like online gambling where addiction concerns arise.

What happens when a disgruntled employee from a notorious brokerage firm decides to exercise their data protection rights? This podcast episode examines the intersection of privacy law and corporate misconduct through the lens of one of cinema's most infamous financial scandals, exploring how a simple data subject access request could have exposed a web of illegal activity.

How do the futuristic vehicles in films like I, Robot and Minority Report reflect real-world privacy challenges we face today with connected cars? This podcast episode examines the intersection of science fiction and data protection, exploring how our vehicles collect and share information that could affect everything from insurance rates to targeted advertising.

Explore comprehensive legal insights and expert commentary across diverse practice areas and industries. Access thought leadership through written articles and podcast discussions that address current legal developments and emerging trends.

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office has opened a public consultation on draft guidance addressing anonymisation and pseudonymisation techniques for processing personal data in research, archiving, and statistical contexts. The guidance explores critical distinctions between anonymous and pseudonymous data, outlines required safeguards under UK GDPR, and examines emerging technologies including synthetic data and privacy-enhancing tools.

The Information Commissioner's Office has launched a consultation on draft guidance addressing anonymisation and pseudonymisation for research, archiving and statistical purposes. This guidance provides critical insight into how organisations should apply data minimisation principles in modern research practices, including AI development, trusted research environments, and synthetic data generation.

In part one of this series, Divorce and Family partner Jenny Bowden and Personal Injury associate James Philpott considered the division of assets...

In this recent Glasgow Sheriff Court decision of Joanna Cox v Optimax Clinics Limited & Others [2026] SC GLA 43, the court considered whether a claim for damages following LASIK...

Regulatory fines from UK and Spanish data protection authorities reveal divergent approaches to penalising the same 2023 cyber incident at genetic research company 23andMe.

Keystone Law explores the evolving landscape of data protection rights, focusing on new complaint mechanisms that businesses must understand and implement.

The European Union's Sixth Capital Requirements Directive introduces a groundbreaking EU-wide framework requiring third-country credit institutions to establish authorised branches when providing core banking services within the EU. This new regime, effective January 2027, replaces the previous patchwork of national rules with harmonised supervisory standards, though several exemptions and transitional protections apply to existing arrangements.

Malta has established itself as one of the world's premier yachting jurisdictions, with over 1,000 superyachts registered under its flag. What makes Malta's combination of EU compliance, competitive VAT rates, and flexible registration pathways so attractive to yacht owners and operators seeking a strategic Mediterranean base?

Andrew Caruana Scicluna hosts Riccardo Conti of Fume and Stephen Gauci Baluci of CC Fund Services Limited to examine whether fund tokenisation delivers on its promises of liquidity and efficiency, or simply redistributes existing risks. The discussion explores how atomic settlement, fractional ownership, and smart contracts may reshape the roles of transfer agents, fund administrators, and settlement teams in daily operations.

The European Commission has introduced revised implementing technical standards for insider list formats under the Market Abuse Regulation, significantly reducing administrative burdens by removing several personal data fields and extending simplified formats to all issuers. These changes, which entered into force on 5 July 2026, require issuers to update their insider list templates while maintaining core compliance obligations for tracking individuals with access to inside information.

Malta has introduced significant amendments to its beneficial ownership regime through the Companies Act (Register of Beneficial Owners) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026, establishing a three-tier access system and new reporting requirements. Companies must now assess whether they fall within the scope of the updated regime and comply with the new Form BO4 filing obligations by January 2027, or face substantial penalties.

In our third episode we meet André Xuereb, professor of physics at the University of Malta and an entrepreneur. André is a thought leader in quantum technologies with a passion for exploring how we can shape tech for a safer tomorrow.

The Central Bank of Malta has issued new supervisory expectations for payment service providers offering instant payment services, establishing eleven key requirements to combat fraud in the instant payments environment. These expectations address critical areas including transaction monitoring, customer awareness, device registration protocols, and the implementation of automated fraud detection controls.

Malta experienced significant legislative developments in May 2026 spanning corporate governance, taxation, employment safety, transport regulation, and financial services compliance. From the launch of the Malta Business Wallet implementing the "once-only" principle to new VAT digital age reforms and stricter workplace chemical exposure limits, these changes reflect Malta's commitment to regulatory modernization and EU alignment.

Malta has transposed the EU Pay Transparency Directive through new regulations that fundamentally change how employers must approach remuneration and workplace transparency. Organizations can no longer rely...

Malta’s latest legal reform introduces a wide-ranging set of employment protections aimed at strengthening minimum working conditions across a number of sectors.