Computer-implemented inventions are often overlooked by "the next big startup company" from a patentability standpoint.

The year 2023 has marked a significant uptick in GDPR fines, making it the year with the highest penalties for data protection violations.

Legitimate interest is one of the six lawful bases under the GDPR that businesses can use to process personal data. It's the most flexible basis but comes with an added responsibility...

Considering a business venture in Thailand or conducting due diligence? In this article, we'll focus on what company information is available about companies registered in Thailand and where you can find it.

The UK's communications regulator, Ofcom, has taken further enforcement action under the Online Safety Act (OSA), showing how it plans to respond to child sexual abuse material...

In business, competition drives pricing decisions. But when pricing becomes unfair or anti-competitive, regulations step in. These rules protect consumers and promote fair markets.

In the digital space, e-commerce platforms are leveraging personalised advertising to enhance customer experiences and boost sales.

Within the world of open-source software, every line of code comes with its own set of rules. Whether you're an innovative start-up crafting the next big app or a seasoned enterprise integrating...

If you operate an e-commerce marketplace in the European Union (EU) you must provide certain pre-contractual mandatory information about the third-party sellers (sellers) on your e-commerce platform to consumers.

On 7 January 2020, the European Commission adopted the "Omnibus Directive" (Directive(EU) 2019/2161, the "Regulation"), which must be implemented by Member States as of 28 May 2022.

Current-day digital services, technologies and business models are near-unrecognisable from their counterparts covered by the E-Commerce Directive of the year of 2000.

On 30 April 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union delivered its judgment in Lidl Italia Srl v Autorità Garante della Concorrenza e del Mercato (Case C‑301/25), confirming that a single instance...

It is always frustrating to hear from a client seeking advice regarding the patentability of their invention, that they have been disclosing details of their invention to third-parties...

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, outsourcing has become a pivotal strategy for companies aiming to boost efficiency and trim expenses.

As an online business operating within the European Union (EU), it is crucial to be aware of the legal obligations and mechanisms in place to ensure consumer protection and dispute resolution.

On December 8, 2023, the Council of the European Union and the European Parliament reached a provisional agreement on the Artificial Intelligence Act...

In the bustling streets of European cities, behind the screens of tech hubs in Berlin, Paris, and Stockholm, a new technological marvel is taking shape: Generative AI.

If you operate an e-commerce website in the EU that sells to consumers you must provide certain key information so that the consumer can make an informed purchase decision i.e whether or not to buy.

If you are an e-commerce business selling services or digital content online to EU consumers do your customers enjoy a right of withdrawal?

Ofcom has opened its first formal investigation into an online service provider under the Online Safety Act (OSA). The regulator is looking into whether the operator of an online forum...