AI companies in Singapore face a significant challenge: potential copyright infringement. The Copyright Act of Singapore, however, provides a possible defense through computational data analysis.
By the 2nd quarter of 2024, Ireland will commence the review of foreign investments to ascertain that they do not pose a threat to national security or public order before being allowed into the country. This is regulated by the Screening of Third country Transactions Act enacted on 31st October 2023.
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has sparked discussions with its recent consultation series on data protection and generative AI (GAI).
Europe is set to enjoy robust cyber security for digital goods and services as the European parliament and council agree to adopt the Cyber Resilience Act.
Administration of domestic law by an international organisation: the Court of Appeal in Malaysia has ruled that the Asian International Arbitration Center (AIAC) is not immune from judicial review while acting as an adjudication authority under the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012.
The founder of Bitzlato Ltd. a cryptocurrency exchange, has pled guilty to illicit funds of $700M in a US court. The platform is said to have been a haven for fraudsters owing to a lack of operational control.
In August 2023, Japan’s Ministry and Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) issued new guidelines for the conduct of corporate takeovers, titled “Enhancing Corporate Value and Securing Shareholder Interests” aimed to promote fairness in M&A.
Crypto companies in South Africa are faced with complying with a license application with the FSCA or suffering penalties if they continue operating unlicensed.
A recent lawsuit filed against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts for $50,000 highlights the legal concept of negligence and the responsibilities companies have towards their customers.
Stella Igidi
November 3, 2023
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