Hong Kong Financial Regulation of Crypto-Assets
This comprehensive article navigates the complex landscape of virtual assets and their regulation in Hong Kong. It delves into the nuances of virtual assets, distinguishing them from cryptocurrencies and blockchain-enabled products. It provides a detailed overview...
Mid-year EU Russian gas imports have risen over 2023 levels, data indicates | MLex Exclusive
Earlier this month MLex reported that EU imports of Russian gas increased in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period last year, contradicting the European Commission’s objective to stop funding Russia’s war in Ukraine with the bloc’s fossil-fuel purchases...
Now that Google has been deemed an illegal monopolist, DOJ, judge have thorny challenge in crafting remedies | MLex Exclusive
A US judge and antitrust enforcers at the Department of Justice now have the delicate task of designing an appropriate remedy to right the wrongs caused by Google’s monopoly and inject competition back into the Internet search services market. The DOJ has multiple...
South Korea fears losing race for AI leadership, Naver's AI expert says | MLex Exclusive
South Korea was an early starter in the development of artificial intelligence but now fears losing the race as countries outside the US and China are fast catching up with multi-billion-dollar support packages, South Korea's most influential AI expert at Naver...
Employment Disputes: Time Limits | Checklist
Employment disputes frequently involve claims based on the explicit or implicit terms of an employment contract or the provisions of the Employment Ordinance (Cap 57). However, claims can also stem from the Employees' Compensation Ordinance (Cap 282) and the four...
Competence queried – Lessons from AAA and Others v DDD [2024] HKCFI 513
In a recent Hong Kong Court of First Instance decision, Deputy High Court Judge Reyes SC considered the situation involving a set of related contracts where two or more of them have different dispute resolution clauses. LexisNexis X Hogan Lovell’s webinar, “Competence...
Unfreezing Assets: An Insider’s Guide to Hong Kong's AML Landscape
Hong Kong, as a major international financial hub, operates under a complex web of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations that can significantly impact your financial operations. With the global focus on combating financial crimes intensifying, staying informed...
From Compliance to Culture: Cultivating a Sustainable DEIB Strategy in Business
In today's ever-changing business landscape, diversity is not just a checkbox – it's a visionary imperative. Fostering a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) that goes beyond compliance is the key to unlocking the full potential of your...
Hong Kong Practical Guide: Enforcing Mainland Civil and Commercial Judgments and Arbitral Awards
On January 29, 2024, the Arrangement on Reciprocal Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters by the Courts of the Mainland and of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region ("Arrangement") officially took effect in both Hong Kong...
How to Trace Crypto in Crypto-Crime & Crypto-Disputes | Overview of Techniques and Tools for Investigating and Prosecuting Cryptocurrency Crimes in Hong Kong and Beyond
By Mr. Joshua Chu, Group Chief Risk Officer at Coinllectibles Marvion and XBE, Senior Consultant & Arbitration Counsel at Prosynergy Tracing crypto transactions can be complex and challenging due to the decentralized and anonymous nature of the transactions...
Latest Legal Update on Blockchain, Tokenization, and Web3 | Paving the Way for Blockchain-Enabled Economies
By Joshua Chu, Solicitor, Group Chief Risk Officer at Coinllectibles , Marvion & XBE, Senior Consultant at Prosynergy Consulting Limited; and Julian So, Solicitor, Group Chief Executive Officer at XBE, Consultant at Prosynergy Consulting Limited In 1878, Sir...
Cross-Border Joint Ventures: Due Diligence Checklist
Introducing our latest whitepaper - " Cross-Border Joint Ventures: Due Diligence Checklist " When entering into an international joint venture, careful planning and a keen understanding of the different jurisdictions are essential. This complimentary checklist...
Managing ESG risks for better business outcomes
ESG is an evolving hot topic, and the purpose of this webinar is to provide clarity in the everchanging ESG landscape. Watch the recoding of the ‘Managing ESG risks for better business outcomes’ that took place on 27 April 2023. Kieran Seed , Head of Content Regulatory...
Navigating the Changing Roles of GC and CLOs in the AI Era
In an era of unprecedented technological advancements, the responsibilities of in-house lawyers have expanded beyond traditional boundaries. In addition to their traditional tasks of offering legal advice, managing contracts, and mitigating legal risks, General...
ESG Compliance Roadmap: What's Next?
With the upcoming enforcement of newly proposed mandatory climate disclosure regulations by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2025, Hong Kong is set to establish itself as the Asian city with the most stringent ESG requirements. It is essential for businesses and...