Greece, as a longstanding member of the EU, has implemented the EU legislation on the enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), including the IPED (Intellectual Property Rights Directive 2004/48/EC). The IPED, providing for civil protection of IPR holders, has been contemplated by the national procedural law and criminal sanctions for copyright and trademark infringement.
Governing the crypto ecosystem: G20 New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration and Communique by G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors ‘While cryptoassets are not yet a significant part of the global financial system, they have the potential to emerge as a source of systemic risk in specific jurisdictions if they gain traction for payments or retail …
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the payments industry, offering new opportunities and challenges for large merchants. AI can enhance various aspects of the payments business, such as transaction processing, customer communications, fraud detection, and innovation. However, AI also poses risks for these businesses, including regulatory complexity, ethical and social implications, cybersecurity threats, and class …
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All things being equal, Scottish banking transactions pose no greater a risk to national security than their English counterparts. And yet, how Scots law share security is taken has placed Scottish banking transactions centre of the net cast by the National Security and Investment Act 2021 (NSIA) in a way not experienced by banking transactions …
What is the legal process for establishing a business entity in Kenya? The Business Registration Service (BRS) is the government agency responsible for business entity registration. A person wishing to register a business must do so personally or by an agent. The process is fully digitised.
What are the key legal requirements for establishing a business entity in Portugal? The legal requirements for the establishment of a business/local presence in Portugal have become simpler over the past few years. In the case of investments undertaken by means of the incorporation of companies in Portugal, the investors may rely on two different …
What are SLJ Abogados’ areas of expertise and the typology of matters and clients? SLJ Abogados is an international litigation firm that specialises in resolving disputes, whether through litigation or arbitration. We select a restricted number of cases where our involvement can truly have an impact. We have extensive expertise in various areas, including civil …
Embarking on business ventures in Romania presents a myriad of opportunities and challenges. As a law firm – shifting its primary focus from white-collar crime to its adjacent, preventive component on commercial law in Romania – we had the privilege of guiding clients through the intricate landscape of Romanian business regulations, enriching revenues, and ensuring …
What are the key legal requirements and procedures for establishing a foreign-owned business entity in Nigeria? Foreign-owned businesses in Nigeria must register with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The application for incorporation is made via the companies registration portal and the following are the requirements for the registration of a private company limited by shares:
What lies behind Ireland’s enduring attraction as an FDI location? Ireland’s status as a leading FDI location has long been internationally recognised.