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With the Olympic Games and the holiday season upon us we are releasing our summer reading list.

New rules regarding privacy and the use of information for marketing purposes are creating difficulties for marketers in the E.U. as well as the U.S.

The statutory regime regulating product liability for goods sold to consumers is about to be stepped up and companies will need to be rigorous in their safety, quality and audit procedures. Driving this is the harmonisation of product liability laws across Europe through the revision of the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD). The new law will extend the obligations of producers and distributors in relation to product safety. It is currently subject to a consultation process led by the DTI.

Thousands of video and picture messaging telephones will recently have been bought by individuals. It will be tempting to use this technology in the workplace but should the temptation be resisted?

The tax benefits from the forthcoming 'patent box' tax regime are substantial – a reduced rate of corporation tax on relevant profits, decreasing from an approximate effective rate of 16% in 2013 down to an effective rate of 10% from 2017.

With many of us gradually returning to the office and international travel opening up again, it could feel like we're approaching the 'post-pandemic' era.

Although the UK is recognised as one of the most important international markets for cleantech, young clean energy companies have historically found it challenging to secure late-stage funding...

Enterprise AI adoption is accumulating tools without addressing the fundamental question of deployment strategy. The real commercial value lies not in the technology itself, but in knowing precisely where to apply it and how to redesign operating models to capture that value. This analysis examines how combining machine learning optimization with generative AI orchestration can unlock substantial returns in retail and consumer sectors.

Imagine a piece of clothing with tech built into the fabric providing an ever-expanding toolkit of abilities accessible by simple gestures.

The EU AI Act introduces mandatory transparency and labelling requirements for artificial intelligence systems, fundamentally changing how businesses must disclose AI usage to consumers and stakeholders. Understanding these new compliance obligations is essential for companies deploying AI technologies across their operations. What specific transparency measures must organizations implement, and how will these rules reshape business practices in the AI landscape?

Trade unions in the UK can now conduct statutory ballots using electronic, hybrid, and workplace voting methods, marking a significant shift from traditional postal-only ballots.

The world's first live AI-assisted brain surgery marks a pivotal moment in healthcare innovation, demonstrating how artificial intelligence can augment clinical expertise during complex neurosurgical procedures. As this technology becomes more prevalent in NHS and private medical settings, what governance frameworks and risk management strategies must healthcare organizations implement to balance innovation with patient safety? This analysis explores the opportunities, challenges, and critical consideration

A recent case from the EPO’s Boards of Appeal (T 0847/14) provides a useful reminder of the importance of preparing an appropriate claim set for computer modelling inventions.

Space exploration and development of related technology are rapidly expanding fields, and with that expansion comes the need to protect intellectual property in space.

The Disclosure Review Working Group's latest survey reveals that while PD57AD represents an improvement over CPR Part 31 in certain areas, the majority of legal practitioners believe the disclosure regime still requires meaningful reform. With 64% of respondents disagreeing that the reforms have succeeded and 67% reporting increased costs, the findings highlight persistent concerns about front-loaded expenses and the complexity of the Disclosure Review Document process.