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The space sector is going through an exciting period of development and innovation – it is cheaper than ever to put mass into orbit, a record number of satellites are orbiting our planet...

As artificial intelligence systems begin to influence dispute resolution in construction, questions arise about their potential role in UK adjudication proceedings. With the American Arbitration Association now offering AI-led arbitration for construction disputes, could similar technology transform the adjudication landscape under the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996, or do fundamental legal and practical barriers prevent such innovation?

In its 13th year, Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) Predictions presents our view on the major trends that will impact UK businesses in 2014.

Apple recently launched the Apple Watch, leading many onlookers to question whether we could be witnessing history repeating itself.

Crucially, this is not a simple return to pre‑pandemic working patterns. Instead, it reflects a sector preparing for growth, while addressing hiring challenges and technological change head on, and recognising...

Unprecedented levels of regulation and market expectation are driving Audit Committees to place increasing reliance on internal audit functions to deliver high quality assurance over current and emerging risks across financial, operational, IT, regulatory and strategic business processes.

Even the most dazzling of Sales pitches will be little More than an empty Promise if the service levels Provided aren’t up to scratch. For a customer, making sure a supplier’s performance matches their pitch requires foresight, careful research and detailed drafting from the outset.

The World Economic Forum in Davos revealed a striking divide in perspectives on artificial intelligence, with accelerationists championing exponential progress while practical-realists grapple with implementation challenges and elusive ROI. Despite the lack of meaningful dialogue between these camps, emerging fusion points offer hope for bridging the gap between AI's transformative promise and its real-world adoption.

Business valuation has never been static. It evolves alongside markets, regulation, technology, and the broader economic landscape. In 2026, that evolution is accelerating.

The HEVC Advance Patent Pool has become a focal point for standard-essential patent disputes, with major technology companies facing coordinated litigation across multiple jurisdictions. As licensors pursue enforcement through both the Unified Patent Court and national courts, questions arise about whether offered licensing terms truly meet FRAND obligations and how companies should navigate this complex multi-forum landscape.

As AI tools become embedded in legal practice, their use in international arbitration raises pressing questions about award enforcement, privilege protection, and procedural risk. Recent court decisions and institutional rule-making confirm that generative AI is no longer hypothetical but an active source of concern, with cases already addressing AI-hallucinated authorities, delegation of decision-making, and the protection of privilege in arbitral proceedings.

The Internet has revolutionised the everyday lives of Europeans in a way comparable to the industrial revolutions of the previous centuries.

The gender gap is evolving from a question of equality to a critical workforce challenge affecting labour supply, productivity, and economic resilience.

The aerospace and defence sector faces one of the most challenging decarbonisation journeys in the global economy, yet its advanced technologies are simultaneously enabling critical environmental solutions worldwide. From satellites monitoring deforestation to drones supporting reforestation and autonomous vehicles tracking ocean health, the industry's expertise extends far beyond its own emissions reduction efforts. How can organisations balance the dual imperatives of operational performance and environme