Regulations For Labour Standards Enforcement In The Philippines: Decoded.
In this episode, we shed light on the pivotal Department Order No. 238-23, a comprehensive directive detailing regulations for enforcing labor standards as outlined in Article 128 of the Labour Code of the Philippines and enhanced by the provisions of […]
Indonesia – Regulatory Updates For Providers of Trading Through Electronic Systems.
In the dynamic realm of electronic trading, Indonesia recently introduced significant regulatory changes that are reshaping how providers operate in the sector. These updates aim to enhance transparency, accountability, and security in electronic trading practices. Adapting to these regulatory shifts […]
Philippines – Enforcement of Anti-Money Laundering Measures.
- Ma. Patricia B. Paz-Jacoba - Partner,
- Ramon I. Rocha IV - Senior Associate,
The Philippines has been actively strengthening its measures to combat financial crimes and protect its financial system through enhanced Anti-Money Laundering (AML) enforcement. Backed by the Anti-Money Laundering Act, authorities are well-equipped to probe and prosecute individuals and entities involved […]
Featured
Are You Ready For Hong Kong’s Cybersecurity Law?
The Hong Kong Government recently tabled a legislative proposal to regulate the cybersecurity obligations of critical infrastructure operators (“Proposed Framework”) to the Legislative Council Panel on Security (“Panel”) for consultation on 2 July 2024. Upon the Panel consultation, the Government will further consult relevant industry sectors on the legislative proposals over a one-month period.
Recognition Of International Exhaustion Of IP Rights In India.
- Manisha Singh - Lex Orbis,
In a landmark judgment, the High Court of Delhi has recognised the principle of international exhaustion of IP rights. In the case of Seagate Technology & Western Digital vs Daichi International & Ors. [May 24, 2024], where two manufacturers of Hard Disk Drives (HDDs), Seagate and Western Digital (WD), initiated a case of infringement against Daichi International and various other resellers on account of them selling their refurbished HDDs after removing their trademarks from it. These HDD manufacturers supply their HDDs to various Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for installation as part of laptops, desktops and other equipment. The HDDs have a lifespan, as prescribed by the manufacturers, and the HDDs are unserviceable by the manufacturers after the said period. The HDDs, however, still retained functionality, and when used equipment is sold and discarded globally, consignments of these end-of-life HDDs are refurbished by various entities and sold to consumers. These refurbished HDDs are typically used for either assembled desktops or surveillance cameras.
US – Major American Music Labels Sue Generative AI Music Platforms In First Case Of Its Kind Over AI Audio.
Universal Music Group, Sony Music, and Warner Music Group., represented by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), have sued online music AI generators, Suno AI (“Suno”) and Udio AI (“Udio”), for alleged copyright infringement, accusing them of replicating their artists’ music using AI technology. The Suno complaint is filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, and the Udio complaint is filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The lawsuits also target Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company. The RIAA is asking for damages amounting to up to $150,000 per infringing song, which could amount to hundreds of millions of dollars.
Business of Law
The Five Main Steps In A Compliance Risk Assessment Plan.
A compliance risk assessment is a comprehensive review of all the industry standards, rules and regulations that an organisation is subject to, inclusive of how well-equipped the organisation is to meet these mandates and obligations. Read more For further information, […]
The Ultimate Due Diligence Checklist.
What is Due Diligence? Due diligence is a comprehensive and systematic examination of a company or entity, typically undertaken before engaging in significant business transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), investments, partnerships, or other strategic decisions. This meticulous process […]
Flying High With aiR: How Relativity’s Generative AI Solutions Embrace Rapid Innovation.
Generative AI is here to stay, and the industry recognizes it. In a recent survey of lawyers, 82 percent said they believe generative AI can be applied to legal work and 51 percent said it should be. Of course, organizations […]
Interviews
Legaltech Soapbox: Strengthen Your Daily Operations With SpeedLegal.
On our LegalTech Soapbox Series this month is SpeedLegal. SpeedLegal’s Co-Founders Sami and Hans Paul met in San Francisco at a developers’ meetup. Drawn together by their frustration with reading and reviewing legal documents they used their backgrounds in Law, Finance […]
Korumlegal Consultant: Shashwat Nigam Reflects On The Evolution Of ALSPs And The Assistance They Provide To Organisations.
Shashwat is a registered foreign lawyer with over six years of experience in corporate and commercial law. He has worked on various projects involving the Renewable Energy, Real Estate, Banking, Oil and Gas and Telecom sectors, providing legal counsel on market […]
GC Spotlight: Jane Jakimovski Discusses How The Use Of LegalTech And Data Analytics Can Enhance The Value Of Legal Departments.
Our GC this month is Jane Jakimovski. With an LL.M in corporate law and 14 years of practicing in law firms and corporations, Jane’s main areas of expertise are corporate and contract law and intellectual property. He’s passionate about introducing a strategic […]