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Our insights are grounded in a deep understanding of how technology is transforming the legal landscape. From medtech to fintech and AI to quantum, we offer practical guidance on the opportunities and challenges at the intersection of law and technology. With lawyers who have led major tech regulation-related investigations, leading tech dealmakers and former senior government advisers, we provide forward-thinking perspectives to help you stay ahead of evolving trends.


Artificial intelligence is reshaping business at unprecedented speed – and the legal landscape is evolving just as fast. Our globally recognized team – regularly leading discussions at major industry events – explores the legal, regulatory, ethical, and operational shifts AI and other emerging technologies bring. We break down the challenges and identify the opportunities, offering clear, practical guidance to help your business adapt and thrive.


Equally important is how data is handled in this digital age. As data regulation and cybersecurity take center stage, our insights explore the latest developments in data protection, digital rights, and regulatory frameworks. We help you navigate the complexities of managing, leveraging and securing data in a world of digital transformation.

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May 14 2025
California Privacy Agency Narrows Proposed AI-Related Regulations
Companies subject to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) have been keeping a close watch on CCPA rule-making activity,...
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May 14 2025
DSA decoded #4: Advertising under the DSA
In this  edition of our ‘DSA decoded’ blog series we focus on how the DSA impacts online advertising and the challenges the new rules...
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May 13 2025
Belgian DPA's new FATCA ruling adds pressure on EU-US data transfers
In Decision 79/2025 (the Decision), the Belgian Data Protection Authority (the DPA) reaffirmed that the transfer of Belgian bank account...
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May 12 2025
Anti-SLAPP Directive – Brussels proposes safeguards for strategic lawsuits against public participation
The EU is swiftly advancing its resolution on strengthening democracy, media freedom, and pluralism within the Union. In a bold move, the...
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May 9 2025
AI on the Hill
With tariffs, tax cuts, and court battles center stage in Washington, DC, it’s easy to lose sight of policy debates that capture less...
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May 7 2025
UK advertising regulator’s annual review indicates its priorities for 2025
The UK’s advertising regulator, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), recently published its 2024 Annual Report (here). This...
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Apr 28 2025
Legal implications of agentic AI in healthcare: safeguarding patient privacy (part 3 of 3)
Follow these links to read part 1 and part 2. *** Safeguarding patient privacy Safeguarding patient privacy is paramount when integrating...
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Apr 24 2025
AI Continent Action plan calls for simplification of EU data rules
On 9 April 2025, the European Commission unveiled the AI Continent Action Plan, an ambitious programme to position the EU as a global...
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Apr 22 2025
Get ready for a new era in cyber security: what the UK's forthcoming cyber law means for you
The UK Government recently published a policy statement outlining the scope of its proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. This is...
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Apr 8 2025
Freshfields Authors U.S. Cybersecurity Practice Guide
As cyber-attacks across the globe become more sophisticated and prevalent, regulators have tried to keep up by enacting statutes and...
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Apr 7 2025
Consumer protection provisions of the UK DMCCA and the CMA’s new enforcement powers are now in force
The majority of the consumer protection provisions of the landmark Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (the DMCCA) went live...
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Apr 22 2025
Get ready for a new era in cyber security: what the UK's forthcoming cyber law means for you
The UK Government recently published a policy statement outlining the scope of its proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. This is...
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Apr 21 2025
Legal implications of agentic AI in healthcare: potential for inaccurate or biased data (part 2 of 3)
Read Part 1 of this mini series here. *** Potential for inaccurate or biased data Inaccuracy and bias in datasets used to build agentic...
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Apr 14 2025
Legal implications of agentic AI in healthcare: regulatory compliance (part 1 of 3)
Introduction The agentic capabilities of large language models (LLMs) offer considerable promise for the healthcare sector. Agentic AI...
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Apr 3 2025
DSA decoded #3: Safe harbor - intermediary liability under the DSA
In this week’s edition of our ‘DSA decoded’ blog series, we look at the “safe harbour” provisions of the DSA dealing with liability of...
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Apr 1 2025
Belgian Data Protection Authority updates Direct Marketing Guidelines
The Belgian Data Protection Authority (DPA) has recently updated its Guidelines on Direct Marketing (the Guidelines) - originally...
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Mar 25 2025
Digital Fitness Check and Digital Fairness Act Part 5: Unfair Contract Terms
As part of our blog series on the EU Commission’s (EC) Digital Fairness Fitness Check and a potential new EU legislative proposal, the...
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Mar 10 2025
Risen from the Ashes: FIDA trilogue set to move forward
The EU is committed to bringing the wider financial sector into the digital age. To this end, it has proposed a new framework for secure...
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Mar 7 2025
EU AI Act unpacked #24: European Commission releases critical AI Act implementation guidelines (Part 2) - Prohibited AI Practices
On 4 February 2025, the European Commission published guidelines on prohibited practices under the EU’s AI Act (the Guidelines). These...
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Mar 6 2025
EU AI Act unpacked #23: European Commission releases critical AI Act implementation guidelines (Part 1) - Definition of AI systems
The European Commission has taken a significant step forward in clarifying the EU AI Act by releasing new implementation guidelines in...
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Mar 5 2025
Data meets competition: fostering cooperation between the ADLC and the CNIL
As you browse the internet, you may notice an increasing number of tech companies promoting their ‘privacy-friendly’ services. This shift...
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Feb 26 2025
EU AI Act unpacked #22: Key considerations for employers as deployers vs. providers under the EU AI Act
The EU AI Act introduces a new regulatory framework that distinguishes between, among others, deployers and providers. Employers will...
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Feb 25 2025
BSH v Electrolux: long-arm jurisdiction of EU member state courts for cross-border injunctions in patent litigation
Today, the ECJ issued the long-awaited judgment in BSH v Electrolux. As expected in our last post, the court has taken a major step to...
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Feb 25 2025
Ransomware? Beware! Government launch consultation on new regime
The Government has now launched its consultation (the Consultation), which proposes an ‘entirely new approach’ to ransomware, aimed at...
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Feb 25 2025
The rise of audits as a regulatory tool for tech
As technology evolves, so do challenges in effectively regulating it. In an era where there is increasing focus on effective oversight of...
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