In this first episode of the William Fry Legal Podcast miniseries focusing on DORA, our Fintech team provide an overview of DORA...

In the coming weeks, the EU will finalise proposals to include the Cayman Islands on its list of high-risk third countries for AML purposes.

ESMA Guidance on UCITS Issuer Concentration and Marketing Rules.

The overall deal value for this period amounted to €5.2bn, marking a substantial 58% decrease by value, year on year. Notably, 97% of the deals originated from the mid-market segment, which ranges...

Titled Pride 101, litigation partner Gerard James discusses the history of pride with ShoutOut's Tilly Taylor. ShoutOut is a registered charity committed to improving life for LGBTQ+ people.

William Fry's Pride+ podcast episode 2, ‘Empowered Allies', is hosted by Catherine O'Flynn, D & I partner and Head of the firm's Employment & Benefits team.

This webinar will consider remote working from the employment law, health & safety, data protection and tax perspectives.

In the third episode of the William Fry Financial Regulation Unit podcast series, titled "Enhanced Fitness and Probity Regime", Knowledge Lawyer Jane Balfe is joined by Louise Harrison...

The Irish legislation implementing AIFMD II provisions has been published and comes into operation on 1 May 2026, introducing significant updates to both UCITS and AIF legislative frameworks.

The Central Bank of Ireland has published a revised Alternative Investment Fund Rulebook, replacing the March 2024 version and implementing significant changes following AIFMD II transposition into Irish legislation. These amendments represent a substantial enhancement to Ireland's regulatory framework for Alternative Investment Funds, particularly affecting Qualifying Investor AIFs.

In the search for next generation therapies, we are seeing a number of trends emerge in the pharma and healthcare sectors; a shift towards digitalisation, embracing artificial intelligence (AI)...

Technology partner and AI specialist Barry Scannell speaks with Richard Green, DPO & Director EMEA Privacy Counsel for Autodesk about the intersection of data protection and AI.

Construction adjudication is evolving rapidly in Ireland and England, with landmark Irish High Court decisions reshaping the landscape by closing off smash-and-grab tactics and defining the boundaries of the Construction Contracts Act 2013.

Discussing key topics, such as AI governance, data protection, intellectual property, cybersecurity and the AI act, are Leo Moore (Head of William Fry's Technology group)...

Employment contracts often include provisions beyond legal requirements for commercial and best practice reasons. This video explores additional contractual terms employers frequently consider...

When a worker raises a protected disclosure in Ireland, employers must follow specific legal procedures under the Protected Disclosures Act 2014. This video outlines the critical steps organisations need to take, from establishing internal reporting channels to conducting proper investigations and avoiding criminal offences. Understanding these requirements is essential for maintaining compliance and protecting both whistleblowers and the organisation.

Understanding Ireland's work and residence permissions system is crucial for employers hiring international talent. This video explores the requirements for third country nationals seeking employment in Ireland, covering employment permit categories, application prerequisites, and the essential steps employers must complete before bringing foreign workers onboard.

Dr Barry Scannell and tech entrepreneur Sean Blanchfield explore the transformative shift from AI copilots to autonomous agentic AI systems that are already functioning as digital workers within organisations. The discussion delves into how these AI agents are reviewing contracts, monitoring compliance, managing projects, and writing software, while examining the critical implications for governance, security, data protection, and the future of professional work.

Cybersecurity has emerged as the most critical technology risk facing Irish businesses, yet a significant confidence gap exists in their ability to counter AI-driven threats.

Irish organisations face mounting challenges in demonstrating measurable returns from their AI investments, with 69% of larger companies actively concerned about ROI and only 11% reporting positive results to date. As new EU regulations including the AI Act, DORA, NIS 2, and the Data Act introduce stringent requirements, many are forced to revisit first-generation AI contracts that inadequately addressed risk allocation and return metrics.