https://gowlingwlg.com/ecaapi/en-gb/rss/resource?sector=TechGowling WLG Resources RSS Feed37414936-fea7-4452-a4da-d9cb2e195737https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2026/corporate-team-advises-systematic-growth-on-acquisition-of-4secureOur Corporate team has advised long-standing client Systematic Growth, via its Elvirian business, on the acquisition of software security specialist 4Secure, strengthening its portfolio of cybersecurity solutions for organisations operating across the defence, government and critical infrastructure sectors.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Zb284089d-1589-4eb3-bda0-3e1b25d7d037https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-defence-investment-plan-2026The UK Government's £298 billion Defence Investment Plan sets out major reforms to procurement, private investment and industrial strategy. Organisations that understand the changes and act early will be best placed to secure future opportunities. Discover what the Plan means for your business.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Zb853516f-1f4d-437a-9cb1-aff976cda93fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/employment-law-changes-2024The Government has advanced employment law reforms, including expanded trade union rights, stronger industrial action protections, updated tips guidance and new right to work obligations from October 2026. Employers should also monitor developments on the Fair Work Agency, gender pay reporting and contract changes.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Z6b007a25-6c59-414d-9e38-2465b5b0eef9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2026/corporate-team-advises-on-sale-of-jaltek-holdings-limited-to-norautron-asOur Corporate team has advised the shareholders of Jaltek Holdings Limited, a UK-based provider of advanced electronics manufacturing services, on a pre-sale reorganisation and subsequent sale to Norautron AS, supporting the group's continued international growth strategy.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Z4b0cb3db-738a-4fae-b3e2-a93fc0fd3bd2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/practical-compliance-guide-ai-developersThis self-assessment checklist translates key findings into actionable privacy compliance guidance, helping AI software owners map current practices to regulator expectations, close gaps, and more.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 Zbe3818b6-3f7e-4e6d-8d0c-b0d04a3588e0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/getting-it-contract-variations-rightAre proposed changes being approved and documented in the right way? Our latest article looks at the commercial and legal risks of informal change and how organisations can better manage contractual change.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z2c0f9045-3224-4e04-89c8-75ffa4aaf82bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/ai-agentsAI agents can drive significant efficiencies, but they also create new governance, accountability and cyber security challenges. Organisations need to understand how to harness the benefits without losing visibility, oversight and control.Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z59043fb3-9c19-41cc-a887-c1554fc33f73https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/what-saudi-arabias-ai-risk-management-framework-means-for-organisationsSaudi Arabia's new AI risk management framework introduces a structured approach to identifying, assessing and managing AI risks. We explore the framework's key principles, governance requirements and practical implications for organisations operating in the Kingdom. Find out what it could mean for your business.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z3dda3cd1-2d9b-42fa-88bf-f464fd1d7d74https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/the-future-of-ai-regulation-in-healthcare-what-the-mhraThe MHRA's call for evidence and AI sandbox signal a more agile approach to healthcare AI regulation, emphasising lifecycle oversight, transparency and accountability. Organisations should strengthen governance, monitoring and evidence generation now to prepare for the UK's evolving regulatory framework.Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z585e1304-50b9-41ed-a1aa-ccd6202c31ebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/local-opposition-ai-data-centresAI data centre development faces growing local opposition over water use, electricity costs and noise emissions, but public resistance may also reflect broader concerns about AI’s long-term impact on society.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z8d0f9176-c105-4168-9869-3d7c4c5fddc6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/advanced-technology-and-ai-in-aerospace-and-defenceFrom AI and autonomous systems to intelligent manufacturing, advanced technologies are transforming aerospace and defence. Discover how organisations can turn technological ambition into operational advantage while navigating evolving legal, regulatory and governance challenges.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z3632038b-a6bc-460f-a5a5-b01d1c26390chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2026/liveable-by-designDownload Liveable by design: Building healthy, connected cities and explore how transport, planning and development can work together to create sustainable, resilient and economically successful places.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z81a6b162-d7eb-4cc1-9dde-76728a04d96bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2026/interchange-2026New Interchange report explores how transport-enabled development can help create healthier, more connected cities through integrated planning, collaboration and long-term placemaking.Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Zb5ac03a6-2aca-41c1-88c5-83db1d87223chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2026/great-expectationsThe race is on for businesses to make the most of what AI can offer. The winners will hold a considerable edge over the competition. But, even given the rush to test, deploy and scale AI, there’s a long road ahead.Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z855db953-1ff2-4f2d-b0ed-188353199689https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2026/supply-chain-resilience-in-aerospace-and-defenceSupply chain resilience is now a strategic imperative for aerospace and defence organisations facing rising demand, disruption and complexity. From innovation to stronger partnerships, discover how businesses can strengthen capability, reduce risk and deliver at scale.Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Zce34ed8c-3f7c-495b-9fc2-fde5ad76ff51https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-public-procurement-national-security-moves-to-the-centre-of-decision-making-in-critical-sectorsPPN 025 marks a shift in UK public procurement, embedding national security at its core. Focusing on four key sectors, it promotes early planning, stronger supply chain scrutiny and case-by-case exemptions, redefining value for money to prioritise resilience and long-term economic security. Find out what this means in practice.Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 Z1747bf5e-fe14-4b2d-9060-88cc901040eehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2026/what-are-the-cyber-security-essentials-for-businesses-in-2026At London Tech Week 2026, Patrick Arben from our Cyber Security & Resilience team was joined by leaders from government and industry to share practical approaches to managing cyber risk, building resilience and preparing for the next wave of threats.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z0cb4ea07-216e-4735-985d-11850e0ca5f7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/time-to-face-the-music-on-drip-pricingThe CMA is rapidly advancing its crackdown on drip pricing, closing a number of its investigations and securing over £1.95 million in refunds and £5.7 million in fines, signalling a tougher, faster-moving consumer enforcement regime.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zfddd96b9-8076-49dc-adb3-9bcc5cc2aa16https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/understanding-bill-c36Bill C-36 would bring sweeping changes to Canada's federal privacy framework. From privacy management programs and cross-border data transfers to automated decision-making and heightened penalties, organizations should begin preparing now for what could be the most significant privacy reform in decades.Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z8e726d46-d27b-4df5-9d41-b6f2cf6afbb8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2026/what-bill-c-34-means-for-online-service-providers-in-canadaBill C-34 proposed to establish a comprehensive digital safety framework in Canada, including new obligations for online platforms and AI chatbot services, restrictions on youth access to social media, and a powerful new regulator. Learn what the proposed legislation could mean for your organization.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zb370877f-60be-416a-aa42-245288b9b4dehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2026/you-didnt-tick-it-you-shouldnt-pay-it-cma-targets-online-add-onsThe CMA has fined Marks Electrical £720k for using pre‑ticked boxes to sell add‑ons, with £600k to be refunded to customers. Enforcement on ‘dark patterns’ is accelerating, reinforcing that optional extras must require clear, active consumer consent.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zd03d4b0f-2e58-42ba-9b03-ec261eeb98e7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/cai-2026-quinquennial-report-and-its-implications-for-quebec-private-sectorIn June 2026, Québec’s Commission d’accès à l’information (CAI) published its quinquennial report, titled Transparence et vie privée : protéger la démocratie à l’ère numérique, which provides a list 74 advisory recommendations.Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zafda2d03-0748-4a86-bf49-8211ed23c9f8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2026/pay-to-parent-ryanairs-family-fees-hit-turbulenceThe CMA is investigating Ryanair’s family seating charges, focusing on fairness and price transparency. The case highlights growing enforcement risk around ‘drip pricing’ and signals a wider regulatory crackdown on hidden or unavoidable consumer costs.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z39317f16-8055-4ff3-8093-405eeeafc997https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2026/risky-businessGeopolitical volatility is no longer a background risk for business leaders. It is shaping strategy, investment and governance decisions in real time. Our latest report explores why resilience is becoming a defining leadership capability, and what organisations must do to move beyond reactive risk management in an era of permanent volatility.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zb3c739ba-2d69-46de-80bb-70164be2a5c0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2026/canada-launches-ai-for-all-national-artificial-intelligence-strategyThe federal government's new AI for All strategy promises major investments alongside proposed reforms to privacy, online safety, and consumer protection laws. We break down what the strategy contains and highlight the key issues to watch as implementation unfolds.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Zc7efa8e2-f1a5-4597-9e9c-5db1ed9ade41https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/from-neurodata-to-the-no-fakes-actThe Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe Act of 2026 (the so-called NO FAKES Act) creates a federal intellectual property right in an individual's voice and visual likeness. The new development signals that the idea of treating personal human data as a protectable asset is gaining legislative worldwide traction.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 Z3c5b36a8-146f-4045-a1ce-19f62f75ca1fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/misleading-sales-practices-dont-sleep-on-the-cmaThe Competition and Markets Authority has secured a High Court-backed settlement against Emma Sleep for misleading urgency tactics, including reset timers and false demand claims. Part of a wider probe into "dark patterns", it signals stricter enforcement against online pressure-selling practices.Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 Z9382ee83-270e-4ff2-9fb0-d3d7f76a356chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/eu-ai-act-commission-publishes-draft-guidelines-on-identifying-high-risk-ai-systems-under-article-6Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 Za3c14e8d-59cb-4dee-8e94-49af8f51c342https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/helium-hormuz-and-the-chip-supply-chainDisruption in the Strait of Hormuz threatens more than energy flows, exposing hidden reliance on critical inputs like helium. These dependencies underpin key industries, meaning maritime chokepoints can rapidly impact supply chains, financing and strategic transactions globally.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 Z97aca67b-8b98-47dc-b84f-cc6c967abed8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/ai-is-no-longer-a-little-cloud-on-the-horizonAI is driving a sharp rise in claims, with recent commentary from UK Supreme Court judge Lord Briggs highlighting the potential impact on courts and businesses. This article explores what this means in practice and how organisations can respond.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 Z0a0f3017-12a6-4b74-a714-e65004e61320https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/farnborough-international-airshow-2026-key-themesFarnborough International Airshow 2026 will spotlight key aerospace and defence themes, including global security, AI-driven innovation, supply chain resilience, sustainability, financing and workforce development. These interconnected priorities highlight emerging challenges and opportunities shaping the sector’s future direction and growth. Find out more.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 Z195fba82-9ad3-46ed-b17f-75dddec20700https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/what-cam-pathfinder-signals-for-autonomous-mobility-in-the-ukWed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 Zd4e53fff-38ff-44db-81b5-4a5626b9617dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/changes-in-handling-data-protection-complaintTue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 Zb5b0bd64-8a2c-4528-a0b1-873a8a31b274https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/the-european-defence-fundAs EU defence investment accelerates, the European Defence Fund plays a central role in funding innovation and cross-border collaboration. We explore key eligibility rules, structuring considerations and regulatory challenges shaping participation for businesses and investors.Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 Zc2497dce-0c21-4ecb-9db3-d0c6ac950c81https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/competition-crypto-and-crimeFor the financial services and technology sector, the federal government is focusing on competition, digital assets, and financial crime. The Spring Economic Update 2026 outlines where Canada’s financial ecosystem is heading.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Za1e4240f-3429-4195-b961-19a65e539522https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/canada-new-approach-to-financial-crimeCanada is taking a sharper, more coordinated approach to financial crime. Bill C-29 would establish a new Financial Crimes Agency with a focused mandate, expanded investigative powers, and stronger information-sharing tools. The direction is clear: heightened enforcement and closer collaboration across agencies.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z5aff79d3-c8ff-47b1-ae7d-b6940fdf3b4ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-smart-data-strategy-2035The UK’s Smart Data Strategy 2035 signals a major shift towards consent data sharing. With energy and property early priorities, this article explores what smart data means, why legislation matters and how in house teams should prepare.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z0b2a4580-4b33-4eda-9b47-842ff1dc15c5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/procuring-trust-managing-ai-risks-in-public-sector-contractsFri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z683624be-5cc6-4fae-8453-b78db546dcebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/china-spc-signals-stronger-judicial-action-against-systematic-bad-faith-trademark-filingsChina’s Supreme People’s Court has confirmed that repeated, coordinated bad‑faith trademark registrations can constitute unfair competition. The decision strengthens civil litigation under the Anti‑Unfair Competition Law, shifting enforcement from reactive administrative action to proactive deterrence for brand owners. Find out more.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Zef1d71ba-d047-4177-a45d-e90e449da907https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/regulating-data-centres-the-cyber-security-and-resilience-billThu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z9da5ebb8-4f45-472c-923f-be77217d5fa6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2026/the-future-in-motionThe UK's transport system is at a turning point.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z6ef5136a-ca45-4c02-b430-1990cc769701https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/aukus-key-regulatory-and-strategic-considerationsAUKUS brings complex legal and regulatory challenges, from nuclear safety and export controls to defence procurement and international law. As implementation progresses, organisations may face new compliance and risk considerations. Explore the key issues and what they could mean in practice.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z492c3296-2a2e-4d84-b2ad-3141354239c3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/big-picture-for-business-2026-q1-snapshotQ1 2026 has reshaped the business outlook. Geopolitical tensions, trade disruption and energy supply shocks are weighing on growth and inflation expectations, while interest rate cuts recede. At the same time, accelerating AI investment is reshaping markets and strategy.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z0eef7a82-e02d-42ea-a1e2-7ec0be67baa5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/beyond-deregulation-how-to-make-principles-based-regulation-work-in-practicePrinciples-based regulation is often seen as a flexible alternative to prescriptive rules. This article explains when it works best, why design and guidance matter and how well-built frameworks can elevate standards while supporting innovation and long-term confidence.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z3f628769-bdce-4878-ae3a-9bd28e1e5905https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/behind-the-front-door-when-property-data-becomes-personal-dataWhen does property information become personal data? This article explores recent case law and guidance, explaining how UK GDPR obligations can apply to leases, valuations, tenant records and Prop Tech solutions and what this means for the property sector.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Zc7d5202d-9d07-48df-bc0e-9cae5fcd9425https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/the-state-of-childrens-privacy-in-2026-key-risks-and-findingsAn annual global sweep of nearly 900 websites and apps used by children reveals progress, but also clear compliance gaps. Here’s what organizations need to know.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Za68271b6-9340-4537-a130-3e2c56c3771dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/what-dual-use-technologies-mean-for-the-aviation-aerospace-and-defence-sectorAs civil and defence innovation converge, dual‑use technologies are reshaping the aviation, aerospace and defence sector (AAD). Regulatory, investment and intellectual property considerations are shaping how organisations operate across civil and defence markets. Find out why dual-use is becoming a defining feature of AAD.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 Z721f562c-054f-428b-a8f4-5e4c6f6aee51https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/saudi-arabia-copyright-law-2026Saudi Arabia’s new Copyright Law modernises IP protection with updated digital provisions, AI exceptions and stronger enforcement. The law aligns with international standards and supports the Kingdom’s creative and digital sectors. Read the full article to learn more about the key changes.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z3cf75467-d674-4fcb-860e-d5a906a663cehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-parliamentary-inquiry-into-the-environmental-impact-of-data-centresData centres are facing growing environmental scrutiny. Our article explores what this means for the sector and what organisations should do next.Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z81f30dd0-0812-4d81-83dd-6cffe0037806https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/changing-life-sciences-patent-landscapeLife sciences has transformed and the patent landscape is transforming with it. The question the industry must confront is whether the licensing models inherited from an earlier era can still deliver life-saving innovation to patients efficiently, or if something new is required?Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z7155e508-8117-4b2f-9f3a-03aaa1c0866fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/fifa-world-cup-trademark-copyright-and-enforcement-considerationsThis overview explains how Canada’s existing IP framework will govern use of FIFA World Cup-related marks, content and marketing, and the practical steps businesses can take to avoid missteps before the tournament begins.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z0154c50c-9867-43f2-982a-66c294404616https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2026/gowling-wlg-advises-kraken-robotics-inc-on-615-million-acquisition-of-covelya-groupOn March 3, 2026, Kraken Robotics Inc., announced the execution of a share purchase agreement relating to its proposed acquisition of Covelya Group Limited, an international provider of underwater technology solutions, for a total purchase price of $615 million, subject to adjustment, to be paid in cash and shares.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Z1225288e-7c1b-4133-b235-0db7dcb92f71https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/built-for-humans-challenged-by-aiWho owns AI‑created brands, and does IP law still work when AI buys for us? Discover the answers at INTA 2026 with global experts and new data.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Zb44f4ade-9153-4eb4-b523-4f2192e72f87https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/court-confirms-broad-data-security-dutyA landmark Court of Appeal ruling in DSG Retail v ICO clarifies that data controllers must secure all personal data in their hands, regardless of third‑party identifiability.Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 Za24cb297-1fd4-4387-b4e4-7439308aca98https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/ai-and-privilege-are-my-chats-with-ai-privilegedAre your AI conversations protected by legal professional privilege? Read our article to see why confidentiality and a lawyer in the loop matter, and how to reduce disclosure risk when using GenAI.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z98873ee8-839c-418c-91ed-6eeda128e33fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/uk-government-launches-advanced-nuclear-framework-to-drive-clean-energy-and-investmentThe UK Government’s new Advanced Nuclear Framework accelerates deployment of modern nuclear technologies, attracts private investment and strengthens long‑term energy security. With rising power demand from data‑driven technologies and expanding industrial activity, it positions the UK for clean growth and high‑skilled job creation. Read more to understand its full implications for the UK’s future energy landscape.Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z44a7f4e9-2264-47a0-8de9-b9ea6a390447https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/resale-of-used-electronic-devices-and-privacy-protectionRefurbishing and reselling devices? The OPC’s latest findings are a clear reminder: wiping data is not optional, and neither is proper oversight. We unpack the investigation and outline the concrete steps organizations must take to reduce privacy risk.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z448f3eeb-e0c1-428c-abe1-925ac14eab1chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/financing-data-centres-in-canada-a-2026-primerCanada's data centre market is expanding rapidly, driven by the demands of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and various other factors. This primer summarizes the existing data centres financing playbook and highlights key Canadian legal and commercial considerations.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z154240c7-677d-4e10-adc9-47b139d21ef8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/redomiciliation-a-uae-perspectiveRedomiciliation to the UAE offers new flexibility for companies seeking operational, tax and regulatory advantages. From legal considerations to employee impacts, businesses must plan carefully. Read the full article to explore the seven key questions every company should assess.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z230da6cd-c929-44ba-8862-bcba243f39cbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/five-takeaways-from-gowling-wlg-montreal-data-centre-roundtableWhat does it really take to scale AI and data centres in Canada today? Following a Montreal roundtable with policymakers, utilities and industry leaders, our team distills five practical takeaways on energy, regulation, sovereignty and why “Brand Canada” matters more than ever.Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Ze97e1934-8f12-44af-a86c-981363e65672https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/the-macroeconomic-and-geopolitical-outlook-for-2026John Ferguson from Economist Impact shares a clear perspective on the trends influencing global commerce in 2026, including market outlooks, trade developments, diversification strategies and the shift to AI delivering measurable ROI. Explore the full Q&A for insights to support leaders making critical decisions this year.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z1c207264-cddd-483c-a4d5-b52fb9419354https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/hangzhou-ai-hallucination-caseChinese courts dismissed a lawsuit over an AI chatbot’s false “promise” to pay compensation, ruling that hallucinated statements don’t bind providers. GenAI is treated as a service, with fault‑based duties focused on illegal content controls, clear user warnings, and reasonable safeguards.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z3abceaf1-7f9e-4d1b-aa3c-9e08023faabdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2026/capital-markets-team-supports-aim-quoted-eden-research-plcOur Capital Markets team advised Eden Research plc on its £11.2m secondary fundraising. The deal supports the UK’s only quoted biopesticides company, led by Alex Davidson with support from Anna Plenderleith and Joel Butcher.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 Z9523bad2-7b5e-4101-8884-9ee7ae72b3a4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/what-are-the-top-five-uk-data-protection-and-cyber-security-developments-for-2026How prepared is your organisation for the major data protection, cyber security and AI changes landing in 2026? Read our latest insight to understand the top five developments and the steps you should take now to stay compliant and resilient.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z42c7c54c-8611-4030-8290-893368062c14https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/capita-data-breach-key-learnings-for-uk-organisationsWhat key learnings does the ICO’s £14 million penalty against Capita offer for organisations handling personal data? This insight outlines the regulator’s findings and the practical steps UK organisations should take to strengthen their cybersecurity and data protection posture.Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z5f422953-4b32-488c-96f4-a4a9f9b08c0dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/six-reasons-why-canada-is-emerging-as-a-serious-data-centre-jurisdictionThis article outlines six structural reasons to explain why Canada is coming into sharper focus as a destination for global data centre investment.Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Zfa99862a-c3a7-4d3d-863d-b20bd8b6a7d8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/top-10-compliance-tips-for-your-2026-report-under-the-supply-chains-actCompliance under Canada’s Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act continues to evolve, with increased scrutiny on governance and disclosure. Organizations should approach the 2026 reporting cycle with careful attention to statutory expectations.Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Za45003f7-901d-4932-a545-049d7e422c81https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/why-deregulation-isnt-the-answerRegulation protects consumers, markets and innovation, while deregulation risks instability, weakened standards and long‑term harm. This article explores why balanced regulatory reform, not reckless deregulation, is essential for long‑term trust, safety and competitiveness.Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z5552dec9-5d49-40dd-ace6-f4b5918235bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/powering-the-uk-energy-transitionThe UK energy sector faces pivotal challenges amid net-zero ambitions, from long-duration storage and grid reform to green hydrogen and rising data centre demand. This article explores regulatory shifts, financing strategies, and practical steps for companies to navigate uncertainty and seize opportunities.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z08479cc5-6bdc-46a2-930a-56247e6c518ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/artificial-intelligence-in-business-a-starter-for-boardsHow can business leaders make the most of AI while managing the risks and fast‑moving rules around it? In this article, we set out what organisations need to know, including the basics of how AI works, the opportunities it offers, the risks to watch for and the steps that support safe and responsible adoption.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z1d261c6a-b34b-47e5-b727-cfdcc8aef53chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2026/year-in-review-2025-canadian-digital-policyWith the House of Commons rising on December 11, 2025, and set to return on January 26, 2026, this publication reflects on the year’s digital policy developments of 2025 and considers what lies ahead in 2026.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 Z101f6769-af06-4f42-a89d-d6b12be30c8bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/quantumcore-$7-million-private-placementOn December 23, 2025, QuantumCore Inc. completed a brokered private placement of common shares for gross proceeds of C$7 million. The private placement was conducted by Canaccord Genuity Corp., as lead agent, and PowerOne Capital Markets Limited.Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Zbcd1e594-1d97-4098-980c-7093de3e07e8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/launchit-solutions-acquires-illieston-healthOn December 19, 2025, Launchit Solutions Inc. (“Launchit”), based in Hamilton, Ontario, completed the acquisition of all of the assets of Illieston Health Inc., a company that prepares and summarizes summary reports of an educational nature intended for Canadian healthcare practitioners.Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z5ec90a0c-994b-4e84-adb9-75c8fc8c593ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2025/ai-on-the-horizon-part-4In the final session in our AI on the horizon series, two of our senior partners take a business-first look at how to protect AI-driven innovation and how to comply with evolving legal frameworks.Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z2cbaabb3-cc8f-4cdc-b7aa-b4132d8e4671https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-canada-ai-leaders-are-saying-about-innovationOn the eve of the federal budget, Gowling WLG brought together senior leaders from government, industry, and academia for a candid discussion on how Canada can balance innovation, regulation, and competitiveness in this age of artificial intelligence.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z4a8128b0-1a1f-4e2d-aa9f-c1f01a67537ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/face-value-data-scrapingWhat do you need to know about the GDPR’s global reach in the age of AI? In this article, we focus on the Upper Tribunal’s decision in ICO v Clearview AI and what it means for biometric data, international transfers and compliance risk management.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z1dd0bfba-8cda-4729-87f0-a748e80efe41https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-to-achieve-gdpr-compliance-a-checklist-for-uk-organisationsWhat do you need to know about GDPR compliance? Our Data Protection team has created a practical checklist to help UK organisations focus on the basics to help you build a strong foundation, reduce risk and ensure long‑term success.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z3bfe55d8-a5da-46ae-b830-dafb50891763https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-to-assess-patentable-subject-matter-eligibilityOn the heels of the Supreme Court of Canada’s (“SCC”) hearing in Pharmascience Inc. v. Janssen Inc., et al. regarding subject matter eligibility of methods of medical treatment, the Federal Court issued a subject matter eligibility decision in Dusome v. Canada (Attorney General).Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z034207df-9d55-49b8-a7d5-dd7eb52a1056https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-are-the-seven-core-data-protection-principles-and-how-should-businesses-implement-themUnderstanding and applying the seven core data protection principles is vital for UK GDPR and DPA 2018 compliance. From lawfulness and transparency to accountability, these principles help organisations build trust, safeguard reputation and ensure resilience. This article translates legal requirements into practical steps for confident implementation.Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 Z7e69ca5d-4f34-4ce1-99e2-ae5953d00702https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/banking-and-finance-team-advised-cloudclevr-on-a-new-longterm-funding-partnership-with-natwestOur Banking and Finance team advised CloudClevr, a subsidiary of Rigby Group Technology Investments Ltd on a long-term funding partnership with NatWest. The agreement will drive CloudClevr’s UK growth through organic development and acquisitions.Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z53961856-f0f2-4d21-b368-808a9a10b319https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/gowling-wlg-advised-aquanty-inc-in-acquisition-by-rocscienceOn November 26, 2025 , Rocscience completed the acquisition of Aquanty Inc., a Canadian water science and technology firm specialising in advanced hydrogeological modelling software and services.Thu, 27 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z4d6d41bb-4cfa-4d61-9064-7c5ebd83dd23https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/greenwashing-and-governance-practical-pointers-for-sustainability-communicationsMore businesses are engaging in sustainability and stepping up to effect positive change and embed robust oversight and transparency into their ESG strategies. But with increasing focus in this area, how can organisations ensure they take a robust approach to their 'green' claims, while avoiding potential risks of 'greenwashing' or 'greenhushing'?Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Zbcfb29cd-ddd6-4f6f-8a6c-e0b36e39386chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/eu-commission-proposes-major-changes-to-eu-ai-act-what-businesses-need-to-knowThe European Commission has published a new draft regulation amending the EU AI Act, marking a significant shift in its timeline and scope. The proposals aim to keep Europe competitive with global tech leaders while balancing innovation and compliance. As the world’s first comprehensive AI regulation evolves, businesses operating in or with the EU must understand these updates, which introduce flexibility, delay enforcement and reduce burdens for smaller companies.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Ze488f7a7-c3ac-4b4a-a36e-af4b29305401https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/clio-acquires-vlex-for-us$1-billionOur Corporate Tech M&A team advised Clio on its US$1 billion acquisition of global legal intelligence platform vLex. The deal unites two established names in legaltech and marks Clio’s largest transaction to date. Led by Partner and Head of Corporate Tech M&A & VC Rebecca Burford, and Principal Associate Roisin Bergin, the transaction involved close coordination across jurisdictions and our wider corporate team.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z17f570a5-a703-482b-9d95-46a8c9213899https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/specter-aviation-v-laprade-qc-first-judicial-sanction-aiOn October 1, 2025, the Superior Court of Quebec rendered a landmark decision in Specter Aviation Limited v. Laprade, sanctioning for the first time the inappropriate use of AI in the context of litigation.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z588d12f5-0200-4e43-981d-494a7426e4d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2025/stablecoins-demystifiedThis on-demand webinar will explore the current regulatory landscape surrounding stablecoins, emerging use cases, and more.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Zf7dd8edb-5624-443a-94b1-ee9119131aa3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/guides/2025/digital-accessibility-in-canadaOur new guide breaks down Canada’s digital accessibility laws and standards to help you better understand your responsibilities.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z1ecee06f-f71c-4ca2-a557-6724f462e273https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/femtech-in-canada-guide-to-patents-trademarks-and-ip-strategyFemtech—technology and innovation focused on women’s health—has rapidly grown from a niche sector into a central pillar of the modern healthcare economy. As the market expands, strategic intellectual property protection is essential, with patents and trademarks creating defensible moats that safeguard innovation, build consumer trust, and support long-term commercial success.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z10726f49-15e0-45d2-baaf-444808b802d4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/the-uk-cyber-security-and-resilience-bill-and-what-it-means-for-your-businessThe UK Cyber Security and Resilience Bill introduces proposals for tougher laws for handling cyber threats. It expands who’s covered, speeds up incident reporting, and increases fines for cyber breaches. Businesses in scope should review contracts, update response plans, and train teams now to stay ahead of the new requirements.Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Zf2c09c99-8474-4fbc-a6d4-171d4603e8a6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/the-aaa-icdr-ai-arbitratorIs AI about to transform construction arbitration? Discover how the AAA-ICDR’s new AI arbitrator could speed up dispute resolution and cut costs. Find out what this means for your business and the next steps you need to take.Thu, 06 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Zfc1832d4-d289-4e43-bca8-36d322f2b935https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/stability-ai-defeats-getty-images-in-landmark-copyright-caseStability AI largely wins Getty Images case, clarifying UK law on AI and copyright. Getty drops main claims but urges government support for content creators. The judgment addresses secondary infringement and AI’s legal context.Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 Z45454061-6812-48de-bf44-2749a5f37c40https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/general-counsel-as-a-ceos-most-trusted-allyThe CEO-GC relationship is vital for navigating ambiguity and risk. GCs must build trust, understand the business deeply, and advise beyond legal matters. We explore how this dynamic strengthens leadership, decision-making, and governance across the organisation.Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Z08c7f0a8-d6fc-4a80-9eb7-ea5afb90b5a9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/cybersecurity-are-you-prepared-to-report-ransom-paymentsThe UK is moving closer to introducing new ransomware laws, including a potential ban on payments for critical infrastructure and public sector bodies. Proposals also include mandatory incident reporting and a regime to prevent payments under certain conditions. These changes aim to disrupt cybercrime and strengthen national resilience. Organisations should test response plans and update cyber workforce training to stay ahead of evolving obligations. Read our full insight for practical guidance.Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zd0414f76-0fde-40c4-9555-04f3ef6f4f9dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-court-of-appeal-clarifies-redaction-test-in-optis-v-apple-frand-licensing-disputeThe Court of Appeal’s latest decision in Optis v Apple clarifies when UK courts will redact confidential information in judgments.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Z07688ee5-4a19-4313-b0f7-9ca0f198fab1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-the-uk-us-tech-prosperity-deal-will-impact-aviation-aerospace-and-defence-organisationsThe UK-US Tech Prosperity Deal signals major growth for aerospace, aviation and defence. Covering AI, 6G, cloud and military collaboration, our article outlines business implications, immediate actions, and how to prepare for transatlantic innovation and trade opportunities.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Zfa27054a-5fb9-4b6a-98e5-66bd172ebcf1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/understanding-eccta-what-is-the-reasonable-procedures-defence-and-how-does-it-affect-your-contractsAs of 1 September 2025, large UK companies face criminal liability under ECCTA for failing to prevent fraud by associated persons. Unlimited fines apply unless “reasonable procedures” exist. We explore how contract wording supports compliance, risk assessment, and government guidance.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Z0a3d26a5-3944-45c2-9311-bada1ce8ee67https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-should-businesses-respond-to-a-cyber-attack-your-incident-response-questions-answeredWhat should you do in the first 24 hours of a cyber attack? When systems go down, confusion can cost time and trust. This Q&A style article answers common questions about managing a cyber breach, from containment and coordination to regulator deadlines.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 Z8b4584b4-3fe2-4e49-a0a8-4ccbe6f3d897https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-is-ai-transforming-international-construction-projectsAI is changing the way global construction projects are designed, managed and delivered. But as adoption grows, new legal risks are emerging. Find out how generative AI is being used across the construction lifecycle, and what you need to know about intellectual property, liability, employment law and data privacy disputes.Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z9cfb9472-9f97-422f-a6cb-da738ebac93ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-to-strengthen-cyber-resilience-through-supply-chain-contractsCyber risks arising from supply chains are growing, and contracts play a key role in managing them. This article outlines how legal teams can build cyber resilience into supplier agreements and highlight practical steps to help organisations protect themselves and improve supplier oversight.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z9b05005b-6e58-4ee3-8947-5f4fcc51684dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/cellnex-wins-rooftop-telecom-rights-at-croydon-crown-courtOur Real Estate team acted successfully for Cellnex Connectivity Solutions Limited in its claim to secure rights over the rooftop of the Croydon Crown Court. The case sets a precedent for operators seeking access under the Electronic Communications Code in complex urban environments.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z78c7808e-0f43-4de3-9223-7bf8bde2c18bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/capital-markets-team-advises-aurrigo-international-plc-on-14-million-fundraiseOur Capital Markets team advised Aurrigo International plc on a £14.1m fundraise to scale autonomous vehicle tech, expand teams, and relocate to larger facilities. The deal involved a Placing, Subscription and WRAP offer.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z0c49b5d3-7295-490a-8448-479b58137125https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/alberta-court-clarifies-consent-and-publicly-available-infoThe Clearview AI ruling signals a shift in how Canadian privacy law treats 'publicly available' data.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 Z5fc5251a-2cc4-41ee-b2fa-b6384542ccf9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/decoding-ca-supporting-authorized-access-information-actThe SAAIA establishes a legal framework that empowers the Government of Canada to compel electronic service providers to support law enforcement and intelligence agencies in accessing information.Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Ze9596055-b000-4cbb-bbd6-cc5ef744f083https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/decoding-the-eu-ai-continent-action-plan-what-could-this-mean-for-the-future-of-techThe EU’s AI Continent Action Plan outlines a strategy to position Europe as a global AI leader. Our article breaks down what you need to know about the plan and its implications for tech providers and adopters in the EU and UK.Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Za0f5630a-5019-4690-a0fd-878d7ba10762https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/gowling-wlg-advises-binsentry-on-50-million-series-c-agtech-fundingOn August 11, 2025, BinSentry Inc., a Canadian agtech innovator, announced the close of its $50 million Series C financing round, led by Lead Edge Capital.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Z81811dd5-3c96-4e75-b301-d739f4fc05f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-the-uk-is-transforming-defenceThe UK is reshaping its defence strategy through the Strategic Defence Review, industrial reform, and technological innovation. Key initiatives include international partnerships, quantum and AI investment, procurement overhaul, and regulatory changes. We explore how the Government aims to position the UK as a "leading tech-enabled defence power" by 2035.Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Zd49e43dc-cc0d-4dc2-b589-69b440721400https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/why-computer-software-is-too-vague-for-trademark-protection-and-why-it-mattersIn the EU, vague trademark claims like “computer software” persist despite the Court of Justice of the European Union rulings requiring clarity. Unlike NFTs, software lacks specificity, risking unjust monopolies. Courts now limit such claims, urging applicants to be precise to ensure fair competition.Tue, 05 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Z3828eac8-14d4-477d-b95d-cdaf16abd8a7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/corporate-team-advises-perwyn-on-landmark-investment-in-outcoOur Corporate team has advised Perwyn Advisors UK Limited on its strategic investment in OUTCO, a UK-based outdoor estate management provider. The deal supports OUTCO’s expansion through organic growth and acquisitions. Backed by Perwyn, OUTCO aims to scale its data-led compliance technology and strengthen its market position across the UK.Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 Z202e9318-3bf9-4a97-8eb6-2d6e24186872https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-cabinet-office-publishes-new-ai-guidance-and-toolkits-to-support-safe-and-effective-ai-adoptionThe UK Cabinet Office has published two new resources to help organisations adopt generative AI safely and effectively. In our latest insight, we explore the key takeaways including how these frameworks address everyday risks and support ethical, resilient AI strategies, as well as how we can support clients in applying them. These resources help shift the focus from technology alone to the everyday decisions, behaviours and systems that make AI work well in practice.Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Zf4319408-ac06-4e8e-a875-51feeb061586https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/product-regulation-and-metrology-act-receives-royal-assent-product-safety-reform-explainedThe Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025 now includes software in UK product safety law, granting government broad powers to regulate digital and physical products. Tech firms, platforms and manufacturers should urgently reassess their compliance and operations.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Zc8472560-a97d-4f9b-af25-2b6f1d99ce30https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/transmission-connection-reform-impact-on-data-centresOfgem’s approved reforms to the UK power connection process mark a pivotal shift for data centre development—prioritising project readiness over queue position. These changes could accelerate timelines and reshape investment strategies. Find out what this means for your project and how to prepare.Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Z940d87ff-9619-440b-b2b5-d854d96ae73ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-do-customers-need-in-contracts-for-ai-productsWe explore the key contractual considerations, including indemnification for third-party claims, restrictions on AI-generated outputs, and security standards for SaaS-based AI models. With AI regulation evolving, businesses must also anticipate legal and ethical obligations, ensuring responsible AI adoption.Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Z196a2f89-a864-45d2-9060-772e78e939a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/unlocking-growth-what-the-uks-industrial-strategy-could-mean-for-tech-businessesThe UK's Industrial Strategy highlights Digital and Technologies as one of eight key growth sectors. Its sector plan proposes long-term investment, skills, and regulatory reforms to boost tech leadership, tackle barriers, and drive digital transformation across other high-potential industries.Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 Zcb632d3c-e14b-4c19-8269-49be91c067dbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/tech-trade-and-talent-modern-industrial-strategy-launched-to-future-proof-uk-economyThe UK’s 10-year Modern Industrial Strategy sets a bold path for growth, innovation, and investment. With sector-wide reforms and legal foundations in place, it aims to future-proof the economy and position the UK as a global leader. Explore our comprehensive summary of the Strategy and what this means for businesses.Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z48b60a34-b5b9-4273-bd21-2688673bc1efhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-data-use-and-access-act-enters-into-forceThe new Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 updates UK data law aiming to improve public services, foster innovation, and give people more control over their data. It brings in things like easier data sharing, digital ID, a new data regulator, and some simplification to privacy rules. Changes will be introduced gradually.Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z96528103-57e9-451e-bb60-993fc33eba41https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/drphone-fix-canada-corporation-completes-qualifying-transactionOn March 5, 2025, Dr. Phone Fix Canada Corporation (formerly Auka Capital Corp. ("Auka")) ("DPF") (TSXV: DPF) successfully completed its qualifying transaction, in accordance with the TSX Venture Exchange Policy 2.4 – Capital Pool Companies (the "Transaction"). The Transaction was completed pursuant to the terms of an amended and restated business combination agreement dated November 7, 2024 between Auka and Dr. Phone Fix Canada Limited ("DPF Ltd.").Mon, 23 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Zfbe6fbeb-f282-4382-bf80-05f9eb6b8b0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/binsentry-completes-15m-capital-raiseCounsel to BinSentry, a Canadian agtech company, in connection with its US$ 15 million Series B financing round led by New York-based Spring Mountain Capital to accelerate AI-driven feed supply chain solutions.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Z7fc95ad7-289b-4706-bd54-64df21f4bc4ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2025/gowling-wlg-advises-afynia-on-us$5m-seed-roundOn December 23, 2024, Canadian biotech company Afynia Laboratories completed a US$5 million seed funding round to support the commercialization of its microRNA-based blood test for endometriosis. The round was led by Bio-Rad Laboratories, a global clinical diagnostics manufacturer listed on the New York Stock Exchange, with participation from additional investors in the healthcare and life sciences sectors.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 Zc064f433-401b-4988-86ba-98505a207139https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/navigating-virtual-patent-marking-in-chinaVirtual patent marking in China is complex due to the lack of explicit regulations. Companies must comply with general patent laws, detailing patent categories and numbers in Chinese to ensure proper protection and showcasing of intellectual property.Tue, 27 May 2025 00:00:00 Z5446c849-ac1b-4317-8b86-7c17844f4e04https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/eu-courts-can-overreach-in-foreign-patent-disputesThe Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled in BSH v Electrolux case that courts of EU Member States may hear claims for infringement of foreign patents when seised by domicile. We explore the scope of the reasoning and inconsistencies in the court's position.Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 Z67a3f663-4f95-4239-a7f1-4360f907c2cbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/ip-assets-guide-to-maximizing-your-portfolio-valueIntellectual property can be a central asset for your business, but are you maximizing its value? Read on for a guide to understanding the types of IP available in Canada, how your business can best utilize its IP portfolio, and best practices for maximizing IP as a business asset.Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 Z6ebc3000-ea52-4a39-962e-b8903a5f94fchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-fintech-growth-and-fca-supportA new bold strategy set out by the UK Government is aimed at furthering economic growth and reinforcing the UK’s standing as a leader in financial innovation. A key focus of this approach is fostering an environment that supports fintech development and attracts investment in the sector.Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z3c577d7b-2865-4700-9a53-d6e7eb2a8b02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2025/data-privacy-the-legal-challenges-of-biometricsIn our latest podcast, co-leaders of our UK Data Protection and Cyber Security team break down the legal risks of using biometric data and what businesses can do to stay compliant.Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zbe9bbee5-5868-4966-b178-77c513573947https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-are-the-key-proposed-changes-expected-in-the-cyber-security-and-resilience-billThe Cyber Security and Resilience Bill is expected to come into force later this year, with the aim to minimise the impact of cyberattacks on UK citizens and to improve economic growth. Our Cyber team discuss the key proposed changes expected in the Bill.Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z2d80ce63-a484-41a8-9c4f-1c12b83bc567https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/product-cybersecurity-how-to-comply-with-uk-and-eu-lawThe UK and EU have recently introduced a legislation to address cybersecurity risks in certain digital products. We take a look at the new laws, and how you and your business can ensure compliance and avoid severe penalties in the form of fines or removal of a product from the market.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zbbc6e883-60a4-4e71-91a1-be33aeee164bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-government-consults-business-on-responses-to-us-tariffsThe UK Government is consulting businesses on its response to the tariffs introduced by the Trump administration.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z1e2af15c-213f-4f55-ba1d-33b9ee5b68a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/colocation-data-centre-services-key-points-to-consider-in-drafting-colocation-services-agreementsThe services provided through data centres are becoming more prevalent in every area of life and there are many technical options for businesses to consider when deciding on operating models for their infrastructure. In this latest article in our series on data centres, we focus on the use of a third party to provide colocation services from a data centre and highlight the key points to note in the contract.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zef063a2d-545d-4e4a-b2c9-46dc5ec21c28https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/from-ad-law-to-influencersThis year's INTA Annual Meeting is once again almost upon us. The event is now global benchmark on the IP industry calendar. This year's no different with more than 10,000 delegates set to descend on the San Diego Convention Center, for five days of meetings, presentations and networking.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Z44524a07-f75e-480b-8cba-842d2b881687https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/quantum-computing-legal-issues-the-risks-and-opportunitiesQuantum computing is a fundamental topic to all businesses across the globe. While it may not be present in the average office, it's already in cloud technology and central processing hubs. We take a look at the opportunities and risks of quantum computing.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Zb93bc167-a733-49c7-8150-021b26442bd1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/data-protection-in-a-quantum-enabled-futureQuantum computing is accelerating at pace and while groundbreaking developments are in sight, this new era also brings significant risks. Data protection is a particular area that quantum computing could threaten in the future.Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Zc3042da1-5727-44f0-972e-f297cd292707https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2025/corporate-tech-m-and-a-team-advises-clio-on-global-expansionOur Corporate Tech M&A team has advised Clio, the global leader in cloud-based legal technology, on its strategic acquisition of ShareDo, a cutting-edge adaptive work management platform.Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Z40aee73e-d945-4ea3-b46c-f7e1721c61e2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2025/ai-in-legal-departmentsHow can legal departments effectively leverage AI? What are the real-world use cases driving impact today? And how can legal teams balance innovation with risk management and compliance?Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Z43605e81-4a62-46a1-a8f7-ab55fc45b2f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-does-the-upcs-dusseldorf-courts-long-arm-mean-for-global-patent-disputesWe explore the Fujifilm v Kodak case, as the UPC Düsseldorf court's recent decision to rule on a UK patent, despite the UK not being part of the UPC system, highlights the court's jurisdictional reach and its implications for global patent disputes.Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z573b4e10-03a4-414e-b8ce-901f68d6a979https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/in-house-sentiment-survey-2025At the back end of 2024, The Lawyer, in association with Gowling WLG, conducted an online survey of in-house legal teams as a continuation of its historical In-House Sentiment Survey. The survey results contain both partial and fully complete responses ranging from a base size of to approximately 100 people spread across a range of different industries.Thu, 13 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z6cd8e497-1ec6-4d6a-977b-ba0f365df648https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/canada-supply-chain-update-no-2Public Safety Canada’s new guidance will shape this year’s compliance reporting under the Supply Chains Act (S-211). Our latest FAQ covers key takeaways and best practices.Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Zdff6c146-fd69-4369-a436-c36df38efd31https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/how-to-advertise-canadian-products-trade-tensionsSlapping a Made in Canada label on your product isn’t as simple as it sounds. Here’s what you need to know before making a Canadian origin claim.Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:00:00 Z93d5285f-8b5e-4c53-87c8-4c6847e72a39https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2025/gowling-wlg-team-advises-zzoomm-group-on-its-mergerOur Corporate team has advised UK Altnet, Zzoomm Group, a rapidly growing full fibre business operator, on its merger with FullFibre, a wholesale full fibre network provider along with its in-house ISP retail company, BeFibre.Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z92cd9fb2-83c5-4abb-9774-ddf437721c96https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/beware-overreach-by-eu-courts-in-foreign-patent-disputesWhy should companies be wary of overreach by EU courts in foreign patent disputes? We explore the BSH v Electrolux and Fujifilm v Kodak cases that raise critical questions about the jurisdiction of courts of EU Member States and the UPC.Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z2696415d-096a-4cb8-b529-430ca406eaadhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/uk-supreme-court-rules-on-bad-faith-infringement-and-interpretation-of-brexit-legislationThe UK Supreme Court's judgment in SkyKick v Sky is a landmark decision, both on the bad faith ground of invalidity in trademark law, and on the interpretation of Brexit legislation. Read our latest insight to learn more about the law on bad faith and the outcome of the SkyKick v Sky appeal.Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Za708d515-b1e5-4cea-bee0-be08081be517https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/e-bike-battery-safety-key-issues-and-challenges-for-retailers-and-manufacturersGrowing concerns over e-bike battery safety has prompted the Department for Business and Trade to take action with new statutory guidelines. Read our latest article to learn more about the guidelines and how it will affect retailers and manufacturers.Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Zd902e1ad-e044-48aa-8d43-cfc710103ee7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/technology-procurement-challenges​We provide an overview of the National Audit Office's recent report titled "Government’s approach to technology suppliers: addressing the challenges" which scrutinises the UK Government's digital procurement strategies, highlighting significant challenges and recommendations for improvement.Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Zdc048efa-e2b2-432f-9dc7-fde5d5073d33https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2025/what-are-the-key-actions-for-uk-businesses-in-new-eu-product-liability-directiveHow will UK-based businesses be impacted by the new EU Product Liability Directive? We examine the implications of the Directive and provide next steps for businesses, in the short, medium and long term.Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Za7233aed-ec73-4ad6-b7bc-3c3ca2136c56https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2025/orennia-completes-series-c-financingOn January 21, 2025, Orennia Inc. announced the closing of its Series C growth financing, led by Decarbonization Partners, a partnership between BlackRock and Temasek, with participation from existing investors.Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z5b210b9a-cd41-42d6-a803-59a33122f938https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2025/ai-regulationDiscover how to help your organization mitigate risks, adapt to new regulations and succeed in a dynamic, tech-driven environment.Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Z57630e7f-3d92-4756-8fb6-4e364e9867cfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2025/not-all-data-centres-are-equal-how-facilities-are-becoming-increasingly-use-case-specificAs digital services expand, data centres are becoming more specialised, with a growing focus on AI readiness. In this article we set out the five most common types of data centres and how they vary, while also exploring what comes next.Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 Zfe7b577c-0a5f-4f5d-af1a-a35edbbd054fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/european-commission-carrying-out-unannounced-inspections-in-the-data-centre-construction-sectorThe European Commission (EC) has had concerns regarding potential breaches of EU antitrust laws, so it has been carrying out unannounced inspections within the data centre construction sector. This article examines why the EC has these suspicions, non-solicitation agreements and EU compliance.Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z1b254875-406d-472a-99f2-4e58d3845e3chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/data-centre-planning-refusal-overturnedFollowing the calling-in of two data centre planning applications in July, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has now approved plans for a new data centre on greenbelt land on one of those sites in Buckinghamshire. What does this tell us about the Labour government's attitude toward data centres and the digital economy?Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z0a4a7fac-5594-4e02-9905-b971c841d32ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/capital-markets-team-advises-aurrigo-international-plc-on-capital-raiseOur Capital Markets team has advised international provider of transport technology solutions, Aurrigo International plc, on its conditional raising of £5.3 million through a placing and retail offer.Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z559fefd0-059e-48e8-a1fe-c47fcd54ad7ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/2024-fall-economic-statement-consumer-driven-bankingThis article highlights the new elements of the framework introduced in connection with FES 2024.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z5b10ee36-9118-4aa6-b134-b59a5266a7c7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/strengthening-canadas-response-to-financial-crimeThe risk environment for financial crime is constantly evolving, which poses challenges for regulated and unregulated market participants alike.Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z730bcc0c-0ca4-4777-a740-55bea94c907bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/ottawa-proposes-new-measures-against-money-laundering-and-terrorist-financingThe Government of Canada has released draft amendments to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act to enhance the country's Anti-Money Laundering and Anti-Terrorist Financing framework.Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z44de6f50-d038-4281-bd75-b160f119dd75https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/bill-c27-timeline-of-developmentsParliament returned from recess on January 29, 2024. With the beginning of the winter sitting, the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology (INDU) is set to resume its study of Bill C-27, the Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022.Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:00:00 Z5f720f2d-7484-485e-a09c-0ac16ed7d931https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/court-of-appeal-slams-brakes-on-hidden-commission-payments-in-finance-agreementsTransparency in the fast lane is the new standard in motor agreements as the Court of Appeal delivers a judgment determining its unlawful for motor dealers to receive a commission from motor finance lenders, without first disclosing full details of the commission to customers whilst obtaining their informed consent to such payments. We explore the background and the implications of the Judgment, and how we can support lenders and intermediaries who may suffer from the ramifications.Thu, 28 Nov 2024 00:00:00 Z46110448-9ff7-4a82-abba-52bf32da6ac3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/global-traceability-canadian-battery-ecosystemThe traceability of batteries has become an increasingly important priority. We review battery traceability measures implemented by the US, EU and Canada.Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 Z43155990-9f31-4254-9eca-362389131f2bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/sick-visits-to-conspicuously-ill-employeesIs your team battling an outbreak of insincere sick calls? Workplaces are seeing an increase in employees calling into work sick when they're not actually unwell, leading to a disrupt in productivity. Our latest insight details the effects of these dishonest calls, and the steps employers can take to minimise misleading sick leave.Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 Z7caae8c0-5dc4-460b-891a-7c39c4ec8cffhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/beware-of-business-email-compromiseBusiness email compromise and invoice fraud are costing businesses millions annually, raising crucial questions about liability when they occur. The fifth instalment of our data and cyber school series delves into the legal landscape of business email compromise and offers essential tips to safeguard against these sophisticated attacks.Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Z23505956-f572-4a6d-9ea2-3107eb51dfechttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/audensiel-acquires-maltem-canadaOn October 3, 2024, Audensiel completed its strategic acquisition of the Digital Factory, Cybersecurity, DevOps and Data activities of Maltem Canada, a leading local firm based in Montreal.Thu, 03 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Zde718942-aed4-49e7-85bb-183263dcb545https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/top-tips-on-dealing-with-data-subject-access-requestsOur new 'data and cyber school' article series explores some of the fundamental areas businesses need to address in order to manage potential data privacy and cyber security risk. In this first piece, we focus on DSARs, providing key pointers on how to effectively manage these requests and avoid the costly impact to finances and reputation of getting things wrong.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 Z00d277b5-d4de-43f0-8240-4273693883a6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/insights-from-the-tcs-v-dbs-series-part-fourOur Commercial Litigation team has put together a four-part series on the judgment in Tata Consultancy Services Ltd v Disclosure and Barring Service [2024]. In the final part, we focus on the distinction between wasted expenditure and lost profits in exclusion clauses.Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z69718601-baf0-4c61-a236-a751aeca23d4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/insights-from-the-tcs-v-dbs-series-part-threePart three in the 'Insights from TCS v DBS' series looking at the interpretation of liability caps and the importance of clear drafting of liability clauses in Tata Consultancy Services Ltd v Disclosure and Barring Service [2024] EWHC 1185 (TCC) (17 May 2024).Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Zf154631b-2dce-446a-be23-be0a10dcd70ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/insights-from-the-tcs-v-dbs-series-part-twoPart two in the 'Insights from TCS v DBS' looking at the court's decision on partial termination and when a breach is capable of remedy under the contract in Tata Consultancy Services Ltd v Disclosure and Barring Service [2024] EWHC 1185 (TCC) (17 May 2024).Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z9243cc54-3c24-4e10-9447-deeb0ad3f41ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/insights-from-the-tcs-v-dbs-series-part-oneIn the first article of this series, we look at the judicial focus on delay and notice provisions, conditions precedent, compliance and the importance of contractual language, and estoppel.Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 Z983c52c0-2e4f-430c-bd47-481859906f77https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/is-your-business-ready-for-canadas-digital-services-taxCanada's Digital Services Tax is live as of this summer, and businesses that earn revenue from online platforms should carefully review the legislation in the coming months to avoid any unexpected pitfalls. We cover the ins and outs of the Digital Services Tax Act in our in-depth guide.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z39ae7d83-07e4-4310-89e6-cdd0224992d8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/uk-competition-law-investigations-what-are-the-cmas-new-powersThe Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (the Act) received Royal Assent on 24 May 2024. Key changes to the UK competition law enforcement regime are summarised within this update, with these amendments due to enter into force on 1 January 2025.Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z49378865-c6c0-4190-a16d-fd4b6988635fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/samuel-son-co-to-sell-service-centersOn August 12, 2024, Samuel, Son & Co., Limited ("Samuel"), a leading metals distributor and industrial products manufacturer, completed the sale of its Western Canada and US carbon plate Service Centre operations to Russel Metals Inc. for approximately $225 million.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z78fd4ef6-a719-4da0-940d-e3b7f864554ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/uk-merger-control-key-changesThe Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (DMCCA) will strengthen the powers of the UK's Competition and Markets Authority. Our latest article considers upcoming changes to the UK merger control regime introduced by the DMCCA, which are expected to enter into force later this year.Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 Z927e6ac1-9fab-4670-866c-109e381b29f2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigation-part-threeIn the final article of our three-part series on transparency in litigation, we take a look at transparency issues from the perspective of the courts of France.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z9fa9b9dd-9b54-49c0-bfb9-cf95847d01e8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/artificial-intelligence-in-legal-practice-benefitsWith the increasing presence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal field, ethical and confidentiality issues are more significant than ever. This report by The Center – The Voice of the Civil Defense Bar, authored by members of the DRI Center for Law and Public Policy's AI Working Group and contributors including Brent Arnold from Gowling WLG's Toronto office, outlines the advantages, considerations, and best practices for using AI in legal practice.Wed, 24 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z476db648-9a44-46a4-930e-064ca67774bfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/capital-markets-team-advises-dowgate-capitalOur Capital Markets team has advised on two fundraisings which both completed last week, one for an AIM listed company and the other for an AQSE;-listed company, with both fundraisings involving Dowgate Capital Limited.Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z9140b0f7-875a-4201-979e-c1e81e668669https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigation-part-twoIn part two of our series on transparency in litigation, we take a look at the litigation documents that non-parties can obtain in the courts of England and Wales, and the principles underlying document requests.Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Zb2dd93bd-9b27-426f-a625-ba6ddc129ceehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/exploring-the-legal-landscape-of-law-5On July 1, 2024, the Act respecting health and social services information and amending various legislative provisions (the "Law 5") came into force. It establishes a specific legal framework for the management of health and social services information (the "Information") held by the health and social services organizations (the "Organizations").Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Zc45e9fea-4b65-4730-8bcd-fea0ef5a1642https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/the-uks-ai-balancing-actWhat does the future of artificial intelligence (AI) regulation look like? We consider the themes which emerge from the plans developed by regulators to utilise and embrace AI and reviews the AI talking-points in the Labour Party's manifesto.Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z0a745f71-debd-400d-a3e8-3aa7192f4937https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2024/data-centres-and-esgThe new housing secretary Angela Rayner could revive two data centre projects on greenbelt land that were previously rejected by local councils. Sustainability Partner Ben Stansfield and Head of our Data Centre Sector practice Jocelyn Paulley explore what this may mean for future data centre development and infrastructure planning.Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z0a5db28a-191e-43e3-a118-b9a1a2e95a9ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/transparency-in-litigationIn our three-part series 'Transparency in Litigation' we take a look at the documents that non-parties can obtain in the Unified Patent Court (part one), the courts of England & Wales (part two) and the French courts, with a deep dive into the principles underlying requests for documents (part three). Read the first article here.Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Za31d8e32-8c0b-4736-91d5-bb39906aa466https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/customer-experience-vs-competition-lawIf a brand owner prevents its authorised resellers from using the internet to make sales, this type of restriction will generally infringe UK or EU competition law.Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 Z469fcb9a-d5c2-42f5-a205-23975ba08e05https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2024/balancing-biometric-security-and-employee-privacyAs remote working becomes the norm, employers are increasingly turning to biometric identification technologies such as fingerprint scanning and facial recognition to protect their equipment and confidential information.Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z4d43de23-8300-4aa0-b797-87fdfa64e830https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/canada-clean-economy-tax-credits-royal-assentTo encourage early adoption of clean technologies in response to U.S. incentives, the federal government introduced five refundable clean economy investment tax credits (ITCs) in Budgets 2022 to 2024. On June 20, 2024, the enabling legislation for the first four ITCs (Bill C-59 and Bill C-69) received royal assent, marking a key step toward significant impacts across Canadian industries.Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z46fbd3c1-dc83-47d6-b148-d9675ae7b252https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/decoding-quebecs-anonymization-regulationThe final version of Quebec's Anonymization Regulation has arrived, with most requirements coming into force on May 30, 2024.Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z2f66f635-f8cb-47bb-8cb3-1241d5b9d2achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2024/sustainability-report-2023Our new Sustainability report 'Let's take a closer look – accepting responsibility', looks at sharing activities and progress across our core ESG programmes, as well as future plans.Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z8a168734-bb7f-4621-92e3-546043f06baehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/yanos-aerospace-target-of-management-buyoutOn June 19, 2024, the majority owners of Yanos Aerospace Inc. ("Sellers") successfully closed a management buyout of the company.Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z546ca110-8b6d-42d1-919d-0f7e130eae34https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/giving-notice-of-a-claim-for-breach-of-warrantyThe Court's decision in the case of Project Angel Bidco Ltd (In Administration) v Axis Managing Agency Ltd & Others has highlighted the importance of consistency in the wording used across different parts of an insurance policy or contract. We consider the key takeaways from this case on the drafting of warranty and indemnity insurance policies and related exclusion clauses.Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z2c2433c2-c71d-4b02-bc71-d6af4334080dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/acto-acquires-4th-down-solutionsOn June 11, 2024, ACTO Technologies Inc. announced its acquisition of 4th Down Solutions, a leading provider of innovative mobile technology and data-driven learning solutions for biopharmaceutical companies, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Zc184af54-395b-48be-81ca-053e22de6ca2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/nexphase-capital-announces-investmentOn June 6, 2024, NexPhase Capital, LP ("NexPhase") announced that it had made an investment in Insurance Systems Inc. ("ISI"), a provider of enterprise software solutions to the property and casualty insurance industry. NexPhase's investment will help enable ISI's continued growth in its existing markets, position the company for expansion into adjacent markets and facilitate continued product improvements designed to allow for more integrations, faster implementation and enhanced analytics for new and existing customers.Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Zd8ba6059-c471-46c6-8977-42253f6927aahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/mcrock-capital-invests-in-prevu3dOn June 4, 2024, McRock Capital announced its investment in Prevu3D, a Montreal-based technology company offering an industry-leading reality capture meshing engine that automatically converts point clouds into high-detailed 3D environments.Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Z846e2337-2eef-4fd6-b054-fff39916494ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/aplos-acquires-keela-in-cross-border-dealOn June 4, 2024, Vancouver-based Keela announced its acquisition by Aplos, headquartered in Walnut Creek, California.Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 Zeee09a4e-a032-42a4-8ff5-550cdb2bb38bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/kraken-completes-bought-deal-equity-financingOn May 21, 2024, Kraken Robotics Inc. (TSXV: PNG) (OTCQB: KRKNF) announced that it had closed its previously announced "bought deal" short form prospectus offering of common shares for gross proceeds of $20,126,035, inclusive of the full exercise of the over-allotment option by the underwriters.Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00 Zc8034fc8-238d-4174-bce7-ef616f704801https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-cyber-security-requirements-for-smart-productsManufacturers, importers and distributors of "smart" products will now need to meet new UK cyber security requirements under enhanced UK law. We look at what's covered under the new Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Regulations 2023, which businesses are "in scope" and what happens if a product fails to comply.Thu, 23 May 2024 13:21:00 Ze03f5967-3122-4845-9057-5dde03bd73f8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/a-bad-finfluenceCracking down on 'finfluencers': The FCA brings criminal charges against The Only Way Is Essex and Love Island stars for unlawful financial promotions.Fri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 Z8b926cf5-ad79-4a4f-8dc5-f5f320f92f83https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/anaplan-completes-cross-border-acquisition-of-fluence-technologiesOn May 9, 2024, Anaplan, a market-leading platform for connected planning headquartered in Miami, Florida, announced that it completed the acquisition of Toronto-based Fluence Technologies, a leading cloud native solution leveraged by enterprises across the globe.Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00 Z11bd2e4f-0c80-4487-ad7f-2d209d75112chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/managing-option-exercises-in-canadian-tech-startupExercising stock options means that the optionholder is choosing to buy shares of the company’s stock at the agreed upon exercise price pursuant to the stock option agreement and providing notice to the company of this choiceMon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 Z48280fd8-7ebe-49b5-be95-fc15d08cd8d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2024/in-house-sentiment-survey-2024The Lawyer, in association with Gowling WLG, has conducted a survey of in-house legal teams as a continuation of its historical In-House Sentiment Survey.Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Zc44e9465-ac98-47b2-b40c-b9b0c820803ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/protecting-canadian-innovation-cleantech-sectorEmerging technologies to mitigate environmental impact and even remediate harm that has already occurred, known colloquially as "cleantech", represent a potentially explosive growth opportunity for Canadian innovation.Wed, 17 Apr 2024 12:16:00 Z882ffd4c-d196-4614-a371-8c43aec63977https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/budget-2024-financial-services-technologyBuilding upon the Government of Canada's 2023 Fall Economic Statement (FES 2023) released on Nov. 21, 2023, we are looking ahead to Budget 2024, scheduled for April 16, 2024.Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z234cdb30-5e3f-4be6-a37e-32958bf4de03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/trademark-tactics-greentech-innovators-five-tipsGreen technology – or greentech – companies play a critical role in promoting sustainability across various industries. By fostering innovation, greentech companies address various environmental and sustainability challenges our planet faces.Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:00:00 Z8f0c8d18-a856-483c-b76d-ffc42ae6b726https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/ontario-budget-2024On March 26, 2024, the Government of Ontario released its 2024 budget: Building a Better Ontario (Ontario Budget 2024).Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:41:00 Z547a5f99-78c6-418d-85c6-331e163e3829https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2024/defending-your-business-against-cybercrimeAs the cyber security landscape evolves, new challenges arise that may affect the security and privacy of your organization.Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:11:00 Zfbcc3735-43ba-4b11-8f3a-28e7cf63026ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2024/software-as-a-serviceIn this podcast on digitalisation in the public sector, our lawyers provide an overview of SaaS, including the key features of a SaaS agreement and responsibilities of the SaaS provider.Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Zdd19f7a5-8f2a-488b-a2a9-608223a5b43dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/sol-completes-business-combination-with-zapata-aiOn March 28, 2024, Zapata Computing, Inc. ("Zapata AI") announced that it had completed its business combination with Andretti Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: WNNR), a special purpose acquisition company and portfolio company of SOL Global Investments Corp. ("SOL Global").Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z97beb504-500b-4ed0-99f0-559f243a7563https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/trade-secret-tactics-10-strategies-counselTrade secrets play a crucial role in the innovation ecosystem. With the fast pace of innovation often rendering recent technology quickly redundant or even obsolete, relying on patent protection as a sole basis for IP protection may not be appropriate or cost-effective.Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z49436825-9dcb-4bab-9ab2-cba8ea3a2f38https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/innocan-closes-non-brokered-private-placementOn March 14, 2024, Innocan Pharma Corporation (CSE: INNO) (FSE: IP4) (OTCQB: INNPF) announced that it had closed its previously announced non-brokered private placement offering of units of the company for aggregate gross proceeds of $1,988,210.Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z94622cf9-cf74-4c3d-a046-e8230d639acchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/the-whole-truth-and-nothing-but-the-truthIn France, and now before the UPC, a saisie is vital for infringement proof, but strictly regulated. Find out more on how the French Supreme Court laid down obligations that the applicant is required to comply with.Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 Z0b6882f9-4b2b-4e63-a0e8-0ee1c7c1fadahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/ontario-s-optimized-process-ev-charging-stationsTo accommodate the growing number of electric vehicles on Ontario roads, the Ontario Energy Board has issued a streamlined process to support the construction of new charging stations.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 16:03:00 Ze0087a57-c346-40ff-954e-305b1099c7e3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/government-of-canada-new-measures-protect-researchOn Jan. 16, 2024, the Government of Canada announced measures to protect Canada's research. The open and collaborative nature of Canadian research is seen as a risk to national security. The government is taking action to safeguard this valuable asset.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:24:00 Z719c0e70-6e4d-4bfc-b8af-73f2d5db7450https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/limitation-periods-do-apply-to-unfair-prejudiceThe Court of Appeal judgment in THG plc and others v. Zedra Trust Company (Jersey) Limited has confirmed that limitation periods do apply to unfair prejudice petitions. Find out more about the ruling in this case, in which our Commercial Litigation team acted for the successful appellants THG plc and others.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:44:00 Z0905c2a7-0868-4251-a600-b1870c0a6187https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2024/the-basics-of-digitalisationIn this first episode of our podcast series on digitalisation in the public sector, Jocelyn Paulley, partner in our IT and Outsourcing team, takes you through the basics of digitalisation; what it is, and the benefits and different types of contracts related to technology.Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Zbd457f21-7529-47f8-9d8c-7943b1bbf291https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/the-new-digital-services-act-is-hereSince 17 February 2024, all companies providing online services on the single market, in particular marketplaces, have to comply with new obligations under the Digital Services Act (DSA), proportionate to their role, size and audience. Our Tech team provides a practical overview of the DSA, which aims to fight against illegal content and products, online disinformation and protection of internet users, and what you need to know.Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Za457ec93-7755-4ba6-8e47-5300dc68ec5ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/financial-services-technology-in-canadaAn open banking framework (finally). New requirements for payment service providers. A more inclusive Payments Canada. A tougher approach to fighting financial crime. This year promises to be a turning point for Canada’s financial services sector as it finds new ways to embrace, and regulate, the latest in technology. Here are seven developments our team is watching closely in 2024.Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Z167db15e-cb3b-400b-be04-8ca89fb65fa2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/anonymization-regulation-in-quebecOn Dec. 20, 2023, the Draft Regulation respecting the anonymization of personal information ("Anonymization Regulation") was published in Gazette No. 51 of 20-12-2023Wed, 14 Feb 2024 14:42:00 Zdba816a0-5042-4bec-82ed-f35d2301ca68https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/patentability-of-aiRecent High Court ruling challenges patent eligibility for AI inventions in the UK. The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is appealing the decision and we take a look at the issues under appeal and the possible consequences for the patentability of AI inventions in the UK.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:41:00 Ze0564c17-4538-45eb-9794-a61878214afchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/real-tech-target-of-cross-border-acquisitionOn February 1, 2024, ABB Inc., a technology leader in electrification and automation headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, completed its previously announced acquisition of Real Tech Inc., a leading supplier of innovative optical sensor technology that enables real-time water monitoring and testing, based in Whitby, Ontario.Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 Zca8a8849-c18a-4d2d-8289-6b8a98f5f23fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/supply-chain-transparency-reporting-begins-canadaThis is the first in a series of monthly articles to focus on S-211, examining its terms, its enforcement, best practices in compliance and reporting, and answering the many questions that arise as businesses and the federal government work to address the risks of forced labour and child labour in their operations and supply chains.Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z1a46ace0-758c-4f18-a9da-98bedaa2094chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-costs-cap-under-the-shorter-trial-schemeFor patent and registered design right cases in England and Wales, a new costs cap has been introduced under the Shorter Trials Scheme procedure in the High Court's Patents Court. What does the change mean and how will it impact cost recovery? Here we provide a summary of the key points to note and the wider implications of this change in terms of the options for resolving disputes through the courts.Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z35a2bcdf-f38e-49ee-b7e7-1f1d76bc69b0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/quarter4-acquired-by-fairplay-sportsOn January 30, 2024, sports media network and BetTech pioneers FairPlay Sports Media, headquartered in London, England, announced that it had bolstered its platform with the acquisition of Toronto-based Quarter4 Inc. ("Q4"), a deep-learning neural network specialising in predicting sporting outcomes and providing unique data and content opportunities.Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z3a095038-dfc6-4759-9d5a-d48d25fd56f3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/battling-online-ipr-infringement-in-chinaIn response to intellectual property rights (IPR) infringement, many rights holders look to the courts to request the granting of interim injunctions. How to find a common denominator that protects IP rights and maintains the balance of the online ecosystem is an important proposition. We take a detailed look into the legal framework and recent developments of interim injunctions (Act Preservation Order) in China IP.Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Zaf01379f-57c0-421e-9e6b-fef462ed2ee9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/work-generated-by-ai-protected-by-copyrightThe intersection of artificial intelligence and intellectual property laws is a rapidly evolving field that has been discussed in a number of court cases around the world. We take a detailed look at a recent Beijing court case that ruled on artistic work generated by AI and what it meant for image copyrighting, and explored the status of AI-generated content in France.Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z1aea674d-cf58-416f-90be-e188f3ea1f52https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/netexperience-acquired-by-pavlov-mediaOn January 24, 2024, Pavlov Media, a premier Broadband services and software solutions provider headquartered in Champagne, Illinois, announced it had acquired NetExperience, developer of the preeminent Telecom Infra Project (TIP) OpenWiFi Cloud Controller, headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario.Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Ze542961f-696d-482c-bdc3-d71c4155531ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2024/new-sections-of-the-building-safety-act-in-forceEarlier this month, key sections of the Building Safety Act came into force, including provisions relating to building safety information requirements and risk assessments for higher risk buildings. We share our insight into the requirement for "building safety reports", key points to note, and the important role of technology in supporting this new and growing area.Tue, 23 Jan 2024 09:53:00 Zcb795754-f2c1-4ea2-a32f-869ecf27f087https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2024/maritime-technology-company-satlink-acquires-xeosOn January 22, 2024, Satlink announced that it had acquired Xeos Technologies.Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z8bbceb7d-c012-4914-b764-2d0ece598101https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/horizon-aircraft-goes-public-via-spac-transactionOn January 12, 2024, Robinson Aircraft Ltd., a Lindsay, Ontario-based company doing business as Horizon Aircraft ("Horizon Aircraft") and Pono Capital Three, Inc., a special purpose acquisition company, announced the completion of their previously announced business combination.Fri, 12 Jan 2024 00:00:00 Z971ddd34-0385-4525-933a-aae9ba0d8878https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2024/patent-applications-must-identify-human-inventorsUK Supreme Court rules in Thaler case: a patent application must identify a human inventor. The judgment leaves open for later cases the possibility of patents for inventions made by humans involving the use of AI. Our legal experts explore this topic in our latest insight.Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:54:00 Zab6d05b8-5b54-4862-bc84-36464e85acd1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/luna-innovations-acquires-silixaOn December 21, 2023, Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA), a global leader in advanced fiber optic-based technology, announced the strategic acquisition of Silixa, a UK-based leader in distributed fiber optic sensing solutions.Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z96ffebed-0076-4af9-a29f-c400c7caa9f7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/copyright-law-to-be-tested-in-ai-high-court-caseThe High Court of England and Wales has recently permitted to proceed to trial claims brought by Getty Images for infringement of intellectual property rights through the training and operation of a generative artificial intelligence (AI) model, in Getty Images (US) Inc & Ors v Stability AI Ltd [2023] EWHC 3090 (Ch).Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z5aec746c-03a3-403e-859e-b073102c129ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/court-of-appeal-of-recoupment-of-overpaymentsFollowing the judgment of Mr Justice Leech, TPO obtained permission to intervene in the proceedings and appealed to the Court of Appeal. We examine section 91 of The Pensions Act 1995 and the Court of Appeal decision.Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:10:00 Z357748a2-079e-4e60-83e9-2040c72bd338https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/aurrigo-international-fundraiseWe have advised international provider of transport technology solutions, Aurrigo International plc, on its £4.1 million fundraise through a Placing, Direct Subscription and Retail Offer via the BookBuild platform.Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Zd4ccafe5-7301-4811-b8aa-69f948aa4f7chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/rational-reaction-to-emotional-perceptionThe UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has changed its patenting guidelines for AI inventions. Two recent announcements from the IPO have shed some light on the issue, but questions remain. We take a look at what the IPO said and what it will do.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z8aa13199-b22d-433f-abce-3af146b11d7bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/how-we-live-digitallyData, AI and digital tools hold transformative power in the living sectors. We explore how integrated systems and digital experiences can enhance value, and explain the crucial role of data quality, interoperability, and security in today’s digital living landscape.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Z32754e74-9577-446e-91d4-6626bc580d29https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/cyber-guidelines-for-providers-of-ai-systemsThe National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recently announced new international guidelines for secure AI system development. In this article, our Cyber Security and Data Protection team provides a summary of the guidelines and highlights the key points that AI system providers should consider.Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 Zea825db5-8827-49f9-a76f-8a94cf3a20d0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2023/get-ready-for-patents-for-aiCan you get a patent for AI? The UK High Court has recently issued its first judgment on this topic, Emotional Perception AI v Comptroller-General of Patents [2023] EWHC 2948 (Ch) and has said 'yes'. In this article, we discuss the eligibility, implications and key takeaways.Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Z1b19a2a0-7a35-44c4-ad2e-4837f7d97e03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/trade-secrets-non-competes-ndasAs one method of safeguarding trade secrets and shielding them from misappropriation, companies often use non-competes and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). The problem, however, is that such agreements may not always be legally enforceable, thus falling short of delivering the intended protection.Fri, 10 Nov 2023 13:50:00 Z661166a3-0fbf-4db6-91b7-9b9db94a01a4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/cavelo-announces-venture-capital-financingOn November 8, 2023, Cavelo Inc. announced that it had secured $5 million in venture capital financing led by Inovia Capital, with participation from existing investors including Graphite Ventures.Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Zfa9a34b7-9d72-4832-ad6a-b8380a7a425chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/dispute-upholding-clause-excluding-loss-of-profitJudgment in the recent Pinewood Technologies Asia Pacific Limited v Pinewood Technologies Plc case saw the court upholding an exclusion clause, dismissing an Unfair Contract Terms Act argument and using summary judgment for a high value dispute. We take a deeper look into the investigation, its outcome, and consider the future stance for contract drafters when their B2B contract is taken to court.Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:00 Zdb138ba0-21ff-4584-b052-0d9e6394d567https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/encryption-best-practices-meeting-legal-obligationDon't compromise on data security and legal compliance. Identify the key practices for encryption to help your organization meet legal obligations and keep sensitive information safe.Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:20:00 Zd12238ec-0e40-4575-8808-285f6ea77e8dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/what-would-julia-roberts-do-during-a-cyberattackHow can a piece of fiction help us gain a deeper understanding of the risks faced by organizations operating in critical infrastructure sectors? Learn about the evolving tactics of threat actors and explore strategies to enhance cyber security measures and minimize the potential fallout of a cyberattack.Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Z56e851da-ed8c-423c-a7d1-80960cbbc851https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/cyber-security-national-security-what-need-to-knowCyber security is inextricably linked to national security. Learn about the latest cyber threat warnings from the intelligence community, and the steps you can take to assess your organization's ability to safeguard critical infrastructure and personal information.Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Z3389bc01-8ec7-41b3-93dd-334a84db3c50https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/canada-multifactor-authentication-safeguard-dataLearn how Multifactor Authentication (MFA) can enhance the security of personal information in Canada's evolving privacy landscape. Discover best practices and guidelines for implementing MFA to safeguard against cyber threats and comply with privacy regulations.Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zab27d2ca-8bd5-4dfa-bc1f-97cc10a6e138https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-breach-canadian-businessesDon't let a data breach catch you off guard. Discover the essential steps to respond effectively.Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zba0a9936-50a7-443c-bb65-9a0d7651e174https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/white-hat-hackers-enhanced-cyber-securityEnhance your cyber security efforts with the help of white hat hackers. Discover the benefits of collaborating with ethical hackers and navigate the legal considerations for a proactive approach to safeguarding your sensitive information.Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Z98e1ed12-e93d-4b98-b391-cd7e625b276fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/reporting-cyber-security-incidents-canadaMake informed decisions to protect your organization from cyber threats by understanding the pros and cons of reporting cyber security incidents to law enforcement. Gain insights into legal compliance, criminal investigations, information sharing, the risks of public exposure and more.Thu, 26 Oct 2023 18:35:00 Z1d34327c-2e50-49ea-8e04-69b914458f87https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/software-development-contract-turns-sourThe High Court's decision on a case relating to the breakdown of a software development contractual relationship highlights a number of key points to note on preventing and managing disputes. We discuss the five key takeaways from this decision.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zcd9de36d-8472-4802-b42d-79130cdd445chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2023/new-trade-secrets-directive-in-germanyThe Act relating to safeguarding trade secrets (GeschGehG) entered into force on 26 April 2019 and fundamentally changed the protection of trade secrets in Germany. Find out key details about the Act and its wider impact in our article.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:01:00 Z9332d706-9bd6-4a36-b358-a06386d6ecf3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2023/do-businesses-still-need-to-plan-for-the-metaverseHear real examples of organisations expanding into the metaverse, from HSBC being the first global financial institution to enter the metaverse, to insight from a renowned metaverse expert and journalist on how we should be communicating technology advancements to clients and customers.Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zf0c7d213-f0c1-4865-91b4-5bdd0af8fd32https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/damon-motors-announces-proposed-mergerOn October 23, 2023, Damon Motors Inc. ("Damon") announced that it had signed a definitive agreement with Inpixon to complete a cross-border reverse merger (the "Business Combination") with Grafiti Holding Inc. ("Grafiti"), a proposed spin-off entity of Inpixon, a Nasdaq-listed issuer.Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zb9af91a0-fc1a-434d-bd71-48c2bf0ebfcfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/details-on-proposed-amendments-canada-s-bill-c-27In its meeting on September 28, 2023, Canada's Standing Committee on Industry and Technology (INDU) passed a motion requiring the Minister of Science, Innovation and Industry François-Phillippe Champagne to provide the committee with further details on a series of proposed government amendments to Bill C-27 that the Minister had referred to during his appearance on September 26.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:40:00 Ze7d1fb56-597c-4cac-a910-96d116ad5c55https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/canada-voluntary-code-of-conduct-on-ai-systemsInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada has now published a Voluntary Code of Conduct on the Responsible Development and Management of Advanced Generative AI Systems, which aims to address and mitigate certain risks associated with the use of generative AI.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:08:00 Z69c73497-ad60-450b-b162-4e58979a9d1dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/recording-assignments-with-the-epoThe European Patent Office has confirmed its return to requiring handwritten signatures for the assignment of legal documents. Our intellectual property lawyers discuss the background to the decision and what organisations need to consider when making future applications to the EPO.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Z33ccda63-e984-46bd-9e50-aa4ae8dc8644https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/privacy-impact-assessmentsOn September 22, 2023, the CAI introduced a new Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) guide.Thu, 05 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zeba8fd7e-9d16-4e34-aacc-22f4cb103983https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/mcrock-capital-and-shareholders-complete-saleOn October 2, 2023, Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, announced that it had completed its acquisition of Ontario, Canada-based Clearpath Robotics Inc., a leader in autonomous robotics, including autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for industrial applications.Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 Zce2d56d4-c92a-4fda-8d25-ca3676f3b5d8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/considerations-for-canadian-tech-startupsIn this article, we focus on the details of granting options to Recipients and key considerations for entering into an option agreement with a Recipient.Thu, 28 Sep 2023 16:26:00 Ze2b3092d-459b-4ec0-98f5-034f74f0eb3dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/committee-study-of-bill-c-27Members indicated that the committee expects to commence its study of Bill C-27, the Digital Charter Implementation Act, on Tuesday, September 26.Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Z728f1881-19c9-4bc7-8235-46cd74bfbff7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/new-data-protection-law-puts-companies-in-a-bindL'entrée en vigueur de la nouvelle législation sur la protection des renseignements personnels a maintenant sonné. Sur le papier, tout y est.Fri, 22 Sep 2023 12:00:00 Z1121baff-2039-4156-a2b2-1a3d98aa65d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/advising-white-star-capitalThe Investment Funds and Finance teams are proud to have assisted White Star Capital, a global multi-stage technology investment firm that invests in exceptional entrepreneurs building ambitious, international businesses, on the first close of its Structured Growth Capital Fund. This is a new hybrid investment strategy that combines credit and equity capabilities.Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Zd90bcc61-4369-449b-bbf8-6c59de18c56ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/distinction-confidential-information-know-howWhat is know-how? What is a trade secret? Is all know-how a trade secret? Is all know-how confidential? How does this fit into the larger proprietary information framework that we refer to as intellectual property?Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:07:00 Zd5d9c445-bd0c-4ad3-9e5a-3a37d00e25e9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/generative-ai-in-canadaThis fall, the House of Commons Standing Committee on Industry and Technology (INDU) is expected to begin an extensive study of Bill C-27, the Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022. Bill C-27 would repeal the current federal privacy law, act as Part I of PIPEDA, and would enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA), the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act (PIDPTA), and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA).Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Z113089c8-214d-4b00-a52c-ec6b4d0aba02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/mission-control-announces-seed-financingOn September 7, 2023, Mission Control Space Services Inc. ('Mission Control') announced the initial close of a $3.25 million seed round of equity financing led by GreenSky Ventures.Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Zea48c751-a135-4c2f-8e83-2bb4dc0aa6echttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/placing-for-helium-one-globalOur Capital Markets team has advised Liberum and Peterhouse on a placing, subscription and retail offer for Helium One Global, the primary helium explorer in Tanzania, raising £6.8 million.Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 Z2e0c023d-8e9b-4d96-aede-ddf6530d47cahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/how-reula-will-impact-ip-law-in-the-ukThe Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (REULA) is now on the statute books. As has been reported widely, it revokes, at the end of 2023, a long list of retained direct and subordinate legislation derived from EU legislation. This will impact intellectual property law in the UK as the UK separates further from the EU.Mon, 04 Sep 2023 11:13:00 Z9654c598-ccbe-492f-be71-77b34101fcd2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2023/law-25-survey-report-qc-new-privacy-legislationConcern, confusion and lack of clarity remain around Québec's new privacy legislation. In order to understand in detail how industry is feeling in the face of Canada's toughest privacy regime to date, Gowling WLG and IAB Canada recently surveyed over 100 organizations across various business sectors. The results revealed significant reservations and concern with respect to Law 25.Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Zd01ace09-5f22-4f66-bb39-4bb5b00dde8bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/bitcoin-file-format-possibly-copyrightableDr. Craig Wright - the Australian businessman who claims to be the creator of the Bitcoin system successfully appealed a UK High Court decision that denied his request to serve a copyright infringement claim on defendants outside of the UK.Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Zb695a8ed-8a65-498c-9d1d-b3ed2270608chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/mather-economics-acquires-sophiOn August 22, 2023, Mather Economics LLC ("Mather") announced that it had acquired Sophi, Inc. ("Sophi"), an AI-powered solution for the modern newsroom. Mather is a subsidiary of Mediahuis. Sophi was a subsidiary of The Globe and Mail.Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Ze15fa94c-86b7-4db8-b102-d978953ed810https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/courts-uphold-badly-drafted-liability-capIn a recent High Court case relating to an IT contract, the courts have looked closely at the drafting of a clause capping liability. We explore the case and provide key insights on how to avoid liability disputes.Wed, 16 Aug 2023 08:09:00 Z05713867-3c28-4964-a04b-3919148d15aehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/concurrent-technologies-million-fundraiseOur Capital Markets team has advised AIM quoted Concurrent Technologies plc, in relation to its secondary capital fundraising of up to £6.8 million through a placing and retail offer.Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Z58c54cff-90db-4a44-bff1-e579b08f286ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/horizon-aircraft-to-go-public-via-spac-transactionOn August 15, 2023, special purpose acquisition company Pono Capital Three, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTHR) ("Pono") announced the execution of a definitive Business Combination Agreement with Robinson Aircraft Ltd., a Lindsay, Ontario-based company doing business as Horizon Aircraft ("Horizon Aircraft").Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Z6cc91fb1-837c-4b07-ad1d-206564605818https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/osfi-launches-consultation-on-cryptoasset-exposureOn July 26, 2023, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) launched a consultation by releasing two draft guidelines on the regulatory capital treatment of crypto-asset exposures: one draft guideline for federally regulated deposit-taking institutions, and another draft guideline for federally regulated insurance companies.Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Zb7f82ddc-c444-4fb4-8002-cf24d19802adhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/tripleseat-announces-strategic-acquisitionOn August 8, 2023, Tripleseat, the leading innovator in cloud-based event management software for the hospitality industry, announced its strategic acquisition of Vancouver-based Attendease, a world-class meeting and event software for enterprise and corporate event planners.Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Zea57be97-4286-4a46-a6c0-c3decaf9fa6ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/corporate-team-advises-on-sale-of-leap-academyOur Corporate team has advised the founders of LEAP Academy on its acquisition by QPE-backed online education business learndirect.Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Z62fc7591-5269-4a1e-aa86-bdb62743a82chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/e-capital-leads-60-million-raise-for-airaloAiralo is a market-leading eSIM store which gives users access to digital data packages in over 200 countries/regions. Gowling WLG's UAE corporate team advised the lead investor, e& capital on its $60 million raise.Wed, 02 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Z720be1a3-4255-4553-bb21-75291acd787ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/nex-gen-vc-partners-completes-fund-formationOn August 1, 2023, Nex Gen VC Partners, a Calgary-based venture capital investment firm, closed the initial financing of over $8 million for its inaugural venture capital fund, NexGen VC Partners I LP, a fund targeting early-stage tech startups.Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 Z5e5998f1-3b44-479b-826d-379d98ebfc86https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/global-framework-for-digital-asset-regulationGlobal framework for digital asset regulation: Financial Stability Board releases final recommendationsMon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Zc44a8127-c0da-4f93-bab2-f1a8adab9628https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/china-s-court-customs-ipr-linkage-mechanismIn this article, we explore key features of the often overlooked but significant IPR linkage mechanism between courts and customs in China.Wed, 19 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Z06074d52-f901-47fc-9793-3f9269a83545https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/sec-vs-ripple-understanding-recent-xrp-rulingIn a significant decision for the digital (crypto) asset industry, on July 13, 2023, the United States District Court in the Southern District of New York (the "Court") in the matter of the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") vs. Ripple Labs, Inc. ("Ripple") found (in part) in favour of Ripple, granting summary judgment allowing that the digital asset known as "XRP", created and distributed by Ripple in what were referred to as "programmatic sales", did not constitute sales of investment contracts (i.e. securities) under the oft-cited "Howey Test".Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Z61a17c62-2717-427f-8d73-418de47b9104https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/public-crypto-asset-funds-in-canadaCanadian securities regulators recently published a staff notice that sets out their views and expectations regarding the operations of public investment funds that invest in novel forms of digital (cryptographic) assets such as bitcoin and ether.Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Z6e32c8ba-9d50-4ebe-a783-2745c700ac4fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-unlocked-standards-architecture-integrationRead the final article in our Data Unlocked series to learn about some of the technological challenges businesses are facing when it comes to data sharing, such as IT architecture, industry standards and integration.Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:00:00 Z9b2909e7-e597-483c-b320-7318d81f9fd5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/orennia-raises-us25-million-in-series-b-financingOn July 11, 2023, Orennia Inc. announced the completion of its Series B financing, raising US$25 million to accelerate the growth of its best-in-class data and analytics platform.Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Za1c705da-523d-480b-8ac5-211ed3aa6493https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/exploring-industrial-design-protectionIndustrial design is a valuable and cost effective form of intellectual property protection for user interfaces and icons.Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:14:00 Z92949c91-6651-45e0-a1cc-98f595b3f09chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/canadian-tech-startups-and-stock-optionsAs a tech startup, you may decide to provide incentive compensation to certain employees (known collectively as "Recipients"), and in some cases  contractors, or directors who inquire about stock options as a part of their compensation package, or even as their entire compensation.Wed, 05 Jul 2023 17:08:00 Zd61136cc-d6d7-4a62-9fee-39962bfd3bbahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-unlocked-ethicsDigital technology is evolving at such a fast pace that innovative businesses may be using data in ways that aren't yet governed by law. In our latest Data Unlocked article, we explain how data ethics initiatives can help to limit the potential risks of B2B data sharing projects.Wed, 05 Jul 2023 07:00:00 Z4db7b6c9-80f0-4440-8d55-006a248e9f2chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/mobeus-advised-on-minority-investment-in-intralinkOur Private Equity team has advised UK SME investor Mobeus on its £19.6m minority investment in Intralink GroupTue, 04 Jul 2023 00:00:00 Zb8ee3212-2bbb-4d3e-873d-f5295c46fec7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-unlocked-rights-over-dataIn this latest article in our Data Unlocked series, we explain how businesses should plan carefully to mitigate the risks when it comes to data rights in order to maximise their chances of success in B2B data sharing.Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Zf8187848-9bb8-4147-ae5e-1c59a03aaa90https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/sourcing-and-digital-data-and-technology-playbookWe outline the key changes to note in the latest updates to the Sourcing and Digital, Data and Technology Playbooks for those involved in the procurement of public services.Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:10:00 Z354c03b1-713d-429c-9e15-44eeca35d4achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/one-giant-leap-for-brand-ownersIn this article, we discuss how complex and difficult handling online brand protection has become. Read our two reports and get insights on the teams' conversations at the International Trademark Association's (INTA) 2023 Annual Meeting about the future of brand protection.Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:01:00 Zec9a7d95-dbc5-43bc-8748-a6cf9705819chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/accelerating-electricity-grid-connectionsIn this article, we take a brief look at several recent announcements that set out the direction of travel in terms of reforming the distribution and transmission connection processes.Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:48:00 Z4a657814-0eab-4e29-b6cd-e1c430115455https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-unlocked-legal-structuresIn this article in our Data Unlocked series, we explain how to create a legal framework that effectively protects data sharing organisations' interests.Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z3afd08ea-41d2-4c3e-89eb-ab0663ae02dehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/ifs-acquires-pokaOn June 20, 2023, IFS announced that it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire POKA, INC. ("POKA"), the market leading Quebec-based provider of a connected worker platform, from the shareholders of POKA.Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Zad9c066d-9bf1-400f-9221-f71051681db2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/genai-acquires-pulse-aiOn June 19, 2023, Generative AI Solutions Corp. ("GenAI") (CSE: AICO) (‎FSE: 99L.F) (OTC: AICOF) closed its previously announced acquisition of AI compute business, Pulse AI Compute Solutions Inc. ("Pulse AI").Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Za50f33fd-1f68-4a74-a500-2878d4795c0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-unlocked-data-protection-and-cyber-securityIn this second article in our Data Unlocked series, we explain the steps businesses can take to ensure they're sharing data safely and securely.Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Zf1ca0427-c07c-4670-a6bc-43e74fe737a0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/national-milk-records-acquisitionOur Capital Markets team is advising dairy technology company, National Milk Records, on its recommended cash acquisition by Associated British Foods for £48 million.Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z4416a260-57f2-4c35-94a9-9555eaf73e95https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/data-unlocked-overviewOur new content series, Data Unlocked, sets out the key considerations that businesses need to think about when sharing data to take full advantage of its benefits and maximise success. This first article in the series explores the opportunities B2B data sharing can offer.Wed, 07 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z41afeac9-f3ff-4739-9229-a9fcb13f95bahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/why-do-your-esg-credentials-matter-to-investorsIn this article, we explore the key reasons why your ESG credentials matter more now to investors than ever before. We delve into how ESG factors have, over time, become a driving force for investor activity, and what this means for your business now and in the future.Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z29e902f4-d9fc-44bf-9418-27940b4d0e1dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/genai-closes-private-placementOn June 6, 2023, Generative AI Solutions Corp. ("GenAI") (CSE: AICO) (FSE: 99L.F) (OTC: AICOF) announced that it had closed a private placement financing of units for gross proceeds of $5,373,497.36.Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z6996997f-26ae-44cd-aeb0-a50e950670ffhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/farm-health-guardian-merger-with-novetechnologiesOn June 5, 2023, Farm Health Guardian Ltd. announced that it was merging with NoveTechnologies, LLC, to bring revolutionary farm biosecurity technology to pork and poultry producers in North America.Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Zaf5b7db0-75af-41bb-92a4-16e065f5faechttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/corporate-team-advises-evolution-funding-groupOur Corporate team advised independent motor finance brokerage and technology provider Evolution Funding Group Limited on its acquisition of motor finance broker Motion Finance, with the support of private equity investor LDC.Fri, 02 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z7e2b17c4-d76c-4b10-90f8-e09a09b6fbb3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/pandell-technologies-acquired-by-esgOn June 1, 2023, Pandell Technologies Inc. ("Pandell") completed the sale of all of its issued and outstanding shares to ESG, a global leader in energy SaaS solutions. In connection with the transaction, Pandell also completed a pre-closing reorganization that included the conversion from a corporation to an unlimited liability company.Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 Z3930b06b-1dcc-49d9-8cb8-cafe3106f66ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/guides/2023/data-unlocked-how-data-sharing-can-unlock-valueOur Data Unlocked series sets out what businesses need to know about data, legal structures, ethics and standards, integration and architecture in order to share data safely and successfully.Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 Z4481ee6a-d93a-495e-ae30-5ae072965d08https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2023/best-practices-for-canadian-businesses-insuranceCyber attacks, including ransomware, continue to grow more sophisticated and more prevalent each passing year. Despite this, many Canadian companies have been slow to secure cyber insurance coverage – and those now wishing to do so may face a brittle insurance climate.Mon, 29 May 2023 00:00:00 Z7978537f-95bc-46c9-b031-1df171b19277https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/clarion-completes-investment-in-ready-creditOn May 25, 2023, Clarion Capital Partners, LLC ("Clarion") completed an investment in Ready Credit Corporation, including its subsidiary, Reverse ATM, LLC.Thu, 25 May 2023 00:00:00 Z0b12c398-c782-48a7-a235-09bdeea1effehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/china-to-combat-bad-faith-trademark-registrationsThe issue of bad-faith trademark squatting in China can create a number of challenges and risks for businesses looking to protect their IP rights in the region. In this article, we discuss new developments in the judicial practice in China and how they enable foreign right holders to utilise civil litigation to combat bad-faith trademark squatting.Fri, 12 May 2023 08:21:00 Zb92a4723-8e11-47fe-821e-5b4271c4bab3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/genai-acquires-global-ai-billingOn May 10, 2023, Vancouver-based Generative AI Solutions Corp. ("GenAI") (CSE: AICO) (‎FSE: 99L.F) (OTC: AICOF) announced that it had acquired all of the outstanding securities of Global AI Billing Corp. ("Global AI Billing") for 7.5 million common shares of GenAI (with a market value of C$8.25 million) and the assumption by GenAI of US$1.25 million in existing liabilities of Global AI Billing.Wed, 10 May 2023 00:00:00 Z493905ca-697f-4718-96dc-372e9922a53ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/partnerhero-acquires-summattiOn May 4, 2023, leading customer operations outsourcing innovator PartnerHero acquired Summatti.Thu, 04 May 2023 00:00:00 Z4ff588c9-25f4-4d5a-89f5-69af405d583chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/how-to-protect-your-brand-onlineIt's more important than ever for brand owners protect and enforce their rights in an increasingly online world. This guide sets out some of the key strategies brand owners can use to do this.Wed, 03 May 2023 10:54:00 Ze93ee74a-ba8e-4862-8ea6-8814f79f4788https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/imdex-acquires-40-interest-in-krux-analyticsOn April 24, 2023, Imdex Limited (ASX: IMD) ("IMDEX") announced that it had acquired a 40% interest in Krux Analytics Inc. ("Krux") for AUD $6.42 million in cash.Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Zd606a892-ac37-490e-81ae-0a3b06184b06https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/should-you-consider-using-trade-secretsWith a significant rise in the importance and prominence of branding, brand owners typically seek to protect and distinguish themselves from others by utilising a raft of IP rights, ranging from patents to copyright. But is there still a place for trade secrets in your brand's protection portfolio, and do they still give brands that competitive edge in the market? Or are trade secrets an outdated concept that hold little relevance today?Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:59:00 Z1ecf40c0-536f-414c-a0e4-ab619b8f9f4chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/genai-target-of-reverse-takeover-by-ultron-capitalOn April 17, 2023, Generative AI Solutions Corp. ("GenAI" or the "Company") (CSE: AICO) (‎FSE: 99L.F) (OTC: IDLSF), Ultron Capital Corp. ("Ultron") and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company completed a business combination under which GenAI acquired all of the issued and outstanding securities of Ultron in exchange for 51,176,001 common shares of the Company.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Zd2d25e62-a2eb-4820-92cb-5cc8ca396e0ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/miovision-raises-260-million-in-growth-fundingOn April 17, 2023, Miovision announced that it had raised $260 million in growth funding in a round co-led by TELUS Ventures, Maverix Private Equity and Export Development Canada (EDC).Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Z872b21c4-0e2b-499e-b45a-982779c86867https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/stock-option-plans-and-agreementsPrivate companies are often asked by employees, contractors and directors if they will provide stock options as a part of that Consultant's compensation, or all of their compensation.Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Z623df033-ec20-42e3-8c12-09e62deccd8ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/preparing-for-the-consumer-privacy-protection-actOf the three new privacy laws proposed under Bill C-27, the Consumer Privacy Protection Act ("CPPA") is expected to have the greatest impact on organizations that collect and process personal information. But what will that impact actually look like?Thu, 06 Apr 2023 13:40:00 Z59970b4f-33d9-48c9-9a35-f852f763d29fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/proposed-artificial-intelligence-and-data-actRecognizing the many sources of uncertainty in the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada recently offered important insight and clarity into the Government's intended approach to artificial intelligence regulationThu, 06 Apr 2023 13:39:00 Z07f388dd-1f37-4b36-b7bc-99b010427891https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/designdocs-acquired-by-designersaxisOn April 6, 2023, LA-based DesignersAxis, LLC, which develops technology for the interior design industry, acquired DesignDocs Inc.Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 Z41ca1e9e-4856-4751-9d23-6dedd227e787https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/corporate-team-advises-scc-on-vohkus-acquisitionOur Corporate team has advised IT solutions provider Specialist Computer Centres plc on its acquisition of Vohkus (a £100 million turnover IT reseller).Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:00:00 Ze9c8c622-5bfb-4e20-a9a0-99fb4fa86de8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/ai-image-generator-copyright-infringementOn Feb. 21st the U.S Copyright Office decided that AI image generators are not entitled to copyright protection, but do the images they produce amount to copyright infringement?Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:24:00 Z4932ecca-c92f-4d95-bf11-b9a847d060b3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/e-capital-leads-pre-series-c-round-for-almentorOn March 16, 2023, UAE-based edtech Almentor, announced that it had raised $10 million in a pre-Series C round led by e& Capital, the tech investment arm of e&, alongside existing investors Partech, Sawari Ventures, Egypt Ventures, Sango Capital and Endure Capital.Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 Z091cdbd6-20de-4cd6-9b59-7cde7695af92https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/artificial-intelligence-and-data-act-aidaThis guide outlines the purpose, scope, requirements, enforcement and penalties under AIDA.Tue, 07 Mar 2023 21:43:00 Z9dfa2c7a-7bde-469a-983f-858fb9a86655https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2023/decarbonising-transportOur report Decarbonising Transport, in partnership with London Transport Museum, Thales, and Mott Macdonald, explores how and why the transport sector needs our attention, and provides 10 key recommendations for how transport, business, industry and public sector leaders can drive the way to a net-zero carbon transport sector.Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:00 Z37d55df1-84d7-44a1-8cab-7d0cd4f21cc3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/guides/2023/law-25-annotated-private-sector-actPresented in a user-friendly format, the guide includes colour-coded sections to help you navigate the effective dates of the amendments.Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 Z50ad0bec-5341-492d-8882-6ab0a89a4b6ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/s-marar-acquires-calgary-accounting-firmOn February 24, 2023, S Marar Professional Corporation, a tax preparation firm in Calgary, Alberta, acquired the assets of accounting firm DW Robart Professional Corporation, also based in Calgary.Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 Z4d525fce-82a5-4ea8-8b69-43eff60585a0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/court-of-appeal-win-for-interdigitalThe Intellectual Property team has secured another Court of Appeal win in 2023 for InterDigital, one of the world's largest mobile and video technology research and development companies, in its litigation against Lenovo.Thu, 16 Feb 2023 09:24:00 Z53a790e0-9a28-4f59-bdc2-8aa48345e494https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/purely-crm-merges-with-endeavour-solutionsOn February 13, 2023, Purely CRM Consulting Inc. and Endeavour Solutions Inc. completed a merger between their two organizations.Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 Zc8460c03-3ae6-4131-aac8-820fe1937c1bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2022/influencers-in-torontoIn this series, you will meet a number of practitioners in our Toronto office who have helped their clients overcome a variety of complex legal obstacles.Thu, 09 Feb 2023 18:59:00 Zaee0185d-8588-42b1-a598-507d28f009c9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2023/annual-patent-review-paper-2022Our annual review of UK patent judgments in 2022 comprehensively reviews the patent decisions of the courts of England and Wales, with comment and opinion on the big issues arising.Wed, 08 Feb 2023 12:07:00 Zcee1b379-9675-4d14-8b95-70e600120cd9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2023/understanding-amendments-to-investment-canada-actIn this informative on-demand webinar, we examine Canada's current foreign investment review process, the recent treatment of Chinese investment into Canada and the impact which the proposed amendments to the Investment Canada Act are expected to have on businesses.Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 Ze8aff526-5906-47e8-b995-53a6e7c039e8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/uk-court-of-appeal-win-for-interdigitalThe Intellectual Property team has secured another win for InterDigital, one of the world's largest mobile and video technology research and development companies, in its litigation against Lenovo. The UK Court of Appeal has upheld the lower court decision which held that Lenovo is infringing a valid and essential InterDigital cellular patent.Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 Z3c9d2332-3d71-4c34-8766-32546b3e64behttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/phased-approach-to-regulation-of-cryptoassetsOn 1 February 2023, HMT announced its proposals for the future financial services regulatory regime for cryptoassets. In this insight, Sushil Kuner explores key aspects of the proposals and sets out next steps.Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 Z2236624e-db7d-4b11-b0b2-890cc79f9690https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2023/apartmentlove-3-3-million-private-placementOn January 31, 2023, ApartmentLove Inc. (CSE: APLV) (OTCQB: APMLF) ("ApartmentLove" or the "Company") announced that it had closed the final tranche of its previously announced, commercially reasonable efforts agency basis private placement with Canaccord Genuity Corp. of 10% unsecured debenture units of the Company, for gross proceeds of $415,000 and total gross proceeds of the offering of $3,311,000.Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Z2ee8334c-f6b9-451d-a2cc-9271db027c3dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/uk-and-uae-approach-to-patent-enforcementIn this article we look at some of the procedural differences between patent litigation in the UK and the UAE. First, we remind readers of the process for obtaining patent rights and utility models in the UAE.Mon, 30 Jan 2023 08:44:00 Zd74db1f2-6033-4436-a848-818dfd198307https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/canadian-privacy-breach-notification-requirementsThis resource high-level overview of the specific breach notification requirements under PIPEDA, the Québec Act and PIPA AB.Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Za792a7df-6b3a-4542-b765-713d516906e3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/xillio-makes-strategic-investment-in-colligoOn January 26, 2023, Xillio made a strategic investment in Colligo, as part of a strategic partnership between the companies to deliver end-to-end, Microsoft 365 enterprise migration capabilities to organizations across the globe.Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Zd37b25df-7051-470b-9056-5c559f02f3a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2023/metaverse-uae-ip-considerationsAs the metaverse remains set to be a buzzword in 2023, we explore the IP considerations for UAE brand owners when it comes to the virtual world.Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Z02171300-c725-47af-82c4-d73a524d830bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/skybox-labs-target-of-cross-border-acquisitionOn January 6, 2023, China-based NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) (HKEX: 9999), a leading internet and game services provider, announced that its game division, NetEase Games, had acquired SkyBox Labs Inc., a Canadian-based game studio.Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Z0d6cd5b7-4bb6-4c0b-982f-fa7ac64e788ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2023/the-big-picture-for-business-2023Our Big Picture For Business 2023 looks at five macro trends shaping the economic outlook, the global growth map and a 'playbook for uncertainty' for businesses to thrive in the year ahead.Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 Z515557a4-4720-48f8-8451-41c235992712https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2023/banyan-software-acquisition-of-element34Our Corporate practice has advised US-based long-term software investor Banyan Software on its acquisition of the Switzerland headquartered specialist software provider Element34.Wed, 04 Jan 2023 15:55:00 Za456f36e-d034-4604-aba8-e2d5af519e8ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2022/doing-business-in-the-metaversePartners Monique Couture and Brent Arnold of Gowling WLG's Metaverse Task Force survey the IP, commercial and criminal risks for companies doing business in the metaverse.Wed, 21 Dec 2022 13:35:00 Zd1b96743-dbb8-42fd-b52c-10e6e8c26cb8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/strengthened-oversight-on-crypto-trading-platformsFollowing the FTX collapse: Strengthened oversight on crypto trading platforms announced by the Canadian Securities AdministratorsTue, 20 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Za5b83a00-3ede-4e5b-9c93-08ae1860b4a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/what-s-in-a-company-nameWhat is the Company Names Tribunal and what do businesses looking to enforce their intellectual property rights need to know about it? Our IP team explains in this insight.Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Z981c67cd-c12b-408b-9e4b-d4e417a8258chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/the-abcs-of-reporting-a-privacy-breach-law-25With Law 25, the Act to modernize legislative provisions respecting the protection of personal information along with the Regulation respecting confidentiality incidents, this article looks to address: (1) to highlight the first set of changes brought about by Law 25 regarding the management of confidentiality incidents; and (2) to summarize the disclosure and record-keeping requirements under the Regulation.Wed, 14 Dec 2022 20:58:00 Z636ad413-7dc2-48d4-88ac-b9b9bc2af98chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/shr-advised-on-its-acquisition-of-avvioSceptre Hospitality Resources (SHR) has been advised on its acquisition of Avvio to create a technology powerhouse for independent hotels and chains with unrivalled customer support across the world.Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Zb000fbb3-89c5-4726-b8bb-da5fee5efd2fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/perwyn-advised-on-acquisition-of-vixioOur Corporate practice has led a cross-firm team advising Perwyn, the European private equity investor, on its acquisition of VIXIO Regulatory Intelligence (VIXIO) from Kester Capital.Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Z9b174f53-4f31-408d-b584-8e744462da11https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/the-real-brokerage-inc-completes-acquisitionOn December 9, 2022, The Real Brokerage Inc. ("Real" or the "Company") (TSX: REAX) (NASDAQ: REAX) announced that it had successfully completed its acquisition of LemonBrew Lending Corp. ("LemonBrew Lending"), a tech-enabled home loan platform.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Z3cf92670-f38b-4d2d-9162-cb21c5da26cchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/blended-perspectives-merges-with-contegixOn December 8, 2022, Blended Perspectives, a leading North American software sales and consulting services provider of Atlassian solutions, announced a merger with Atlassian's longest-standing partner in North America, Contegix.Thu, 08 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Z945ccdcd-58af-4052-afbf-030d72010a4ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/pre-emption-group-updated-statement-of-principlesThe Pre-Emption Group recently issued an updated Statement of Principles, and also template shareholder resolutions, for UK listed companies to deal with their shareholder authorities to disapply pre-emption rights. We set out the key revisions in this insight.Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:06:00 Zac623751-67ad-4b42-85a9-6b542ee1c778https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2022/the-immaterial-worldOur new report, The Immaterial World, takes a detailed look at the potential of the metaverse based on the views of consumers worldwide and provides recommendations to help businesses develop their metaverse strategies.Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:00:00 Ze2489185-f0d3-4451-81b1-d9cf061718abhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2022/the-immaterial-world-a-snapshotThe metaverse has the potential to alter the way we live, socialise and work. But what are the opportunities that lie within this virtual world? Find out more about consumer attitudes and what businesses need to know.Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Ze2e6fc5b-5ee2-42b2-af62-2439d4508a60https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/estancia-capital-completes-strategic-investmentOn November 29, 2022, private equity firm Estancia Capital Partners announced that it had completed a significant investment in InvestorCOM, a leading provider of software and tech-enabled compliance solutions to the asset and wealth management industry.Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Zfeb3e8c4-7a9d-4842-9d31-dcc98a36eec8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/federal-security-of-personal-information-cloudAuditor General of Canada releases findings on federal security of personal information in the cloudThu, 24 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Z5a2ad658-6b6a-431c-9085-59b9190c86f3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/pensions-team-appointed-as-legal-adviser-to-unisysFollowing a competitive tender process, our Pensions team has been appointed by Unisys UK Pension Trustee Limited to act as the legal adviser for the three defined benefit pension schemes operated by Unisys in the UK.Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Zfd7351c4-218b-4e7c-a982-c428dd8fba6bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/global-tech-team-advises-us-blockchain-investmentA team of lawyers from our global Tech team has advised Blockchain Coinvestors Acquisition Corp., with respect to a deal to acquire financial technology company Qenta Inc.Tue, 22 Nov 2022 10:24:00 Z092f364c-9549-49c0-9e66-25f3e51e05a2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2022/financing-strategies-for-growthOur speakers unpack the opportunities and limitations associated with different financing strategies, and provide practical tips to help you determine the optimal path forward for your organization.Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Ze78490e3-c7da-4a77-ae2a-2c9f1ce5cd9fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/key-to-success-technology-transfer-tips-ip-managerThe role of the technology transfer office is crucial for getting products to market. Implementing well thought-out strategies will allow these to flourish in your organisation.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:38:00 Z13c97f00-049c-49bb-857a-91757ad8e1a3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/businesses-need-clarification-on-metaverseThis article discusses why enthusiasm for the metaverse is mixed across the world and what needs to be done to encourage more hesitant countries to harness its potential.Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Zfb0015d7-c0ce-4d33-a7a8-0fbd10272a3ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/prima-markets-ltd-share-sale-to-resourcewiseOur Corporate team has advised the shareholders of PRIMA Markets Ltd on the sale of their shares to data consulting firm ResourceWise.Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Z9f57e58c-bbab-4d93-ae19-2b5ff8e6c583https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/canada-proposed-privacy-law-second-readingBill C-27, the Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022, was raised for debate at second reading in the House of Commons on Friday, November 4. The bill would enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA), the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act (PIDPTA), and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA).Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Zf2860359-ec61-4737-b7b6-7883b492f209https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/formula-used-by-chinese-courtsWhat is the formula used by Chinese courts for calculating damages in patent infringement cases? Our China IP lawyers explore recent case law, outlining three key takeaways for businesses.Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Z827ace9b-549b-4522-ad95-21e2410b794fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2022/valorizing-your-technology-investmentsDans le monde actuel, les technologies numériques évoluent à toute vitesse et, prêtes ou non, bon nombre d'entreprises devront faire le grand saut dans cette nouvelle ère. Les perspectives de la transformation numérique sont multiples et il est important que les entreprises comprennent les changements afin de les anticiper et de s'y adapter.Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Z2285ce2d-e655-4d62-a9ec-683b8ef63b0chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/real-brokerage-inc-acquires-redline-real-estateOn November 3, 2022, The Real Brokerage Inc. ("Real") (TSX: REAX) (NASDAQ: REAX) announced that it had acquired, through a wholly owned subsidiary, all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Redline Real Estate Group (BC) Inc.Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 Z444030d5-7112-467d-9e24-4dfdd30969dchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/cryptoassets-in-the-metaverseWhat is the role of the blockchain in the metaverse and what are the key legal considerations when using cryptoassets in this virtual world?Wed, 02 Nov 2022 10:56:00 Ze14a10e2-9d37-47e7-b2ed-0e8c08af6b6chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/iot-cyber-security-certification-programsOn Oct.11, 2022, the White House issued a press release outlining several initiatives to be adopted by the United States government to safeguard its cyber infrastructure. Among those initiatives is the development of a new voluntary certification and labelling program for Internet of Things (IoT) devices.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:38:00 Zd7382d00-3193-4d5c-8455-a4b2530baa7ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/the-hackers-are-coming-for-the-gamersUnfortunately, as gamers have increased in number and consumers spend more time in expansive virtual worlds, there have also been a significant increase in cybercrimes and cybercriminals seeking to steal people's personal information and real-world dollars.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Ze456da9c-59d9-4f8f-8935-95ee95704d4ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/bracing-for-ransomware-attacksIn 2020, Polish game developer CD Projekt Red (CDPR) experienced an extreme example of Murphy's Law. Shortly after releasing Cyberpunk 2077, one of the most anticipated video games of the past five years, CDPR suffered a ransomware attack, which led to assets being frozen and exfiltrated.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Za19ef3fa-2139-4b51-80ad-ddb654e51eb9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/house-of-commons-committee-facial-recognitionIs your use of facial recognition technology in line with the evolving legal landscape? It is no secret that the use of facial recognition technologies are under regulated and there is uncertainty with regard to the extent to which these technologies can be utilized without infringing on the privacy rights of individuals.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z18296a24-1230-455c-abda-172d8931f0f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/bill-c-26-rights-groups-oppose-infrastructure-lawIn June 2022, the federal government introduced its first-ever federal cyber security law of general application aimed at protecting critical infrastructure. The reaction was, at first, muted but positive.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Zb011aa3e-61a4-4227-8812-c5f7e78c0e16https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/every-organization-in-quebec-needs-privacy-officerAs of Sept. 22, 2022, all businesses operating in the province of Québec must have a privacy officer. There are no exceptions.Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:44:00 Zbefe3712-2c2c-4b91-b2eb-f6094f4551b9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-far-can-the-upc-reachThe UPC has recently suggested an amendment to the UPC Rules of Procedure. In this insight, our IP team discusses these changes and their implications.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z78dca8ff-abbb-45e4-ac76-3d52c0e6b7dbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2022/tomorrow-s-world-a-snapshotWe explore how Gen Z is driving organisational change from an ESG perspective.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:28:00 Z866191c6-fb69-49bd-be9f-061f640ddc06https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2022/tomorrow-s-world-how-gen-z-is-driving-changeIn this report, Tomorrow's World: How Gen Z is driving change, we provide industry insight and key recommendations on how businesses can work alongside Gen Z to create authentic and meaningful ESG strategies that are fit for the future.Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z8930a02d-0d4a-4364-8faf-d09856b674bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/miovision-acquires-rapid-flow-technologiesOn October 11, 2022, Miovision Technologies Inc. announced that it had acquired Pittsburgh-based Rapid Flow Technologies.Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Zc072d013-d575-439e-bd7c-b552b807a42ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-ruling-on-forfeitureIn this insight, our Pensions team takes a look at a recent case that sheds light on whether trustees of occupational pension schemes can or should treat historic underpayments as forfeit.Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Z430bd747-402f-41f3-b527-aba48e17baadhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-generation-z-is-driving-changeESG trends, and organisational responses to it, are increasingly being shaped by shifting societal attitudes including a lack of consumer trust. Most importantly, this shift in attitude is being driven by young people, or 'Gen Z'. In this article, we outline some key actions for businesses to consider as Gen Z both enters the workforce and becomes our largest group of consumers.Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:00:00 Zb8d0265b-cd24-4176-927b-a87ff28922eahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/false-patent-marking-in-chinaIn China, false patent marking is becoming more prevalent, so it is interesting that in June 2022, the Chinese Supreme People's Court heard an appeal case that shed light on how damages should be determined in such cases. In this article, we explore the outcome of that case and how the approach to determining damages differs to that for patent infringement cases.Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:34:00 Z7a4f83c6-53b8-4e62-8af7-1047d5010ab9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2022/nfts-the-rewards-and-the-risksReady to leap into the world of non-fungible tokens? Make sure you fully understand the complexities of NFTs. Our new visual resource explores these digital assets in more detail to guide you through the rewards and the risks.Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:32:00 Zf6fed425-c89a-4ed7-818e-645cd4f76f92https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/imax-acquires-ssimwave-incOn September 22, 2022, IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) announced that it had acquired SSIMWAVE Inc., a leader in AI-driven video quality solutions for media and entertainment companies.Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Zc19cd15d-90af-4eb8-903a-3e77d42b000ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-well-do-you-know-quebec-s-law-25In follow-up to our recent quiz, our Cyber Security and Data Protection Law Group has provided answers to critical questions on Law 25.Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Zcc8a23ef-8a37-40ca-94df-c175f1534a37https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2022/be-a-leader-in-digital-transformationDigitalisation is changing the world, one country, industry and company at a time. However, some sectors and countries are changing faster than others.Thu, 15 Sep 2022 19:34:00 Zf650178b-1ab7-43b5-893c-0d634ba35ec5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/law-25-what-is-exemptThis is the fourth and final article on the forthcoming Law 25 requirements that deals with exceptions to consent.Thu, 15 Sep 2022 17:23:00 Z6704f0e2-fbab-4462-af54-6f5457c5c9abhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/quadbridge-acquires-able-oneOn September 15, 2022, Quadbridge Inc. ("Quadbridge"), a leading North American provider of hardware and software IT solutions, headquartered in Montreal, announced that it had acquired Able-One Systems Inc. ("Able One"), a prominent end-to-end IT solutions provider, based in Ontario.Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Zb584a210-573f-4082-9542-4619177c7583https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/law-25-biometric-data-at-your-fingertipsPrior to Law 25, organizations were required to obtain express consent of individuals for the collection of their biometrics and notify the Commission d'accès à l'information (the "CAI") of the use of a biometric database. What's required now?Wed, 14 Sep 2022 13:28:00 Zaa3cf212-bbaf-4dc2-8e27-832c1be97f55https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/the-cost-challengeGordon Harris' insightful article 'The Cost Challenge: How can UK courts remain competitive for patent litigation in a new era' explores the success of costs reforms instigated in the last 30 years in England and Wales.Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:11:00 Zb7f4cf8c-7b54-46d2-8ff7-1a4794e1d23ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/uncharted-software-completes-sale-of-geotimeOn September 12, 2022, PenLink, Ltd., the leading developer and provider of mission critical communications and digital evidence software for law enforcement in the US and internationally, announced that it had acquired the GeoTime product line from Uncharted Software Inc., based in Toronto, Ontario.Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Z7643f633-bd54-4a16-ad80-509c47448b3chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/samuel-son-co-acquires-ramp-incOn September 9, 2022, Samuel, Son & Co., Limited ("Samuel") announced its acquisition of RAMP Inc., an industrial automation company headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, which will operate as an integral part of the Samuel Automation Solutions Group.Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Z13a1375a-56ab-413c-b9d5-edd3d4754c33https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/law-25-the-cost-of-a-privacy-breach-just-went-upAs of Sept. 22, 2022, organizations carrying on business in Quebec must comply with the first set of obligations pursuant to the Bill 64 amendments to Quebec's Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector. This is the second in a series of articles on the forthcoming Sept. 22, 2022 requirements.Thu, 08 Sep 2022 21:17:00 Z665962a8-35b0-4235-9a56-6a129814ff34https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/test-your-knowledge-quebec-s-law-25The first phase of Law 25, Québec's amendment to the law on protection of personal information (private sector). Are you ready to comply with the initial phase of coming into force on September 22, 2022?Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Z270d2385-597c-404e-ab51-9c1b22225d0ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/arctic-wolf-acquires-vxintelOn September 8, 2022, Arctic Wolf®, announced that it had acquired vxIntel, a leading provider of cyber threat intelligence.Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 Z5868c900-a76e-4db6-bcfc-21a31a874461https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/bill-64-ceo-new-default-privacy-officerAs of Sept. 22, 2022, organizations carrying on business in Quebec must comply with the first set of obligations pursuant to the Bill 64 amendments to Quebec's Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector. This is the first in a series of articles on the forthcoming Sept. 22, 2022 requirements.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:08:00 Zf37f7f9d-0f69-484a-80a0-33a53ebc5ec8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/china-data-exporters-undergo-security-assessmentWhat could the Cyberspace Administration of China's new Measures for Security Assessment of Data Export mean for your business? We outline the key points to note coming into force on 1 September, detailing the changes from the previous measures.Wed, 31 Aug 2022 08:35:00 Ze03ec264-8e01-4367-988a-91e560adba43https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/court-exercises-discretion-on-funder-s-costsIn a recent decision, the Commercial Court ruled that where a Claimant had multiple commercial litigation funders, one alone should be jointly and severally liable with the Claimant for the costs of the proceedings, irrespective of other litigation funders' involvement. Find out more about the decision in our article.Thu, 18 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Za54d0243-1dc3-4689-b386-50bf8f4480b2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/briefing-on-the-new-draft-legislationWhat might the provisional new draft legislation mean for exporting data out of China? Our tech experts in China outline the essential updates for businesses.Wed, 17 Aug 2022 08:25:00 Zda55d151-08a7-41b7-ba0c-100a7ad71e30https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/who-owns-ai-ipEvery once in a while a topic related to intellectual property (IP) captures the attention of the mainstream media. Around a decade ago, the popular press got wind of the so called 'monkey selfie' dispute, which centred on whether copyright subsisted in a selfie taken by a macaque and, if so, who owned it.Tue, 16 Aug 2022 13:09:00 Zac686835-8506-43b8-832b-9a082fa6feaahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/non-fungible-tokensIt is not a stretch to say that 2021 was the year of the NFT. Sales of NFTs ballooned from $80 million in 2020 to $17 billion (with a B) in 2021. But, by June of 2022, the NFT market had shrunk to a 12-month low. Some NFT traders and developers began to wonder whether NFTs are truly revolutionary, or just another example of speculative FoMo (fear of missing out).Tue, 16 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Zce5aecb0-bb25-44f9-9a41-a7483c5320c7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/data-protection-and-cyber-security-in-chinaWhat does the outcome of Cyberspace Administration of China vs. Didi Global Inc. mean for data protection in the region? Our China experts explore the case law and regulations, outlining six key points that business should note.Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:00:00 Z480e1e2c-200e-4e81-af07-f95981ab279ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/tilia-labs-acquired-by-eskoOn August 10, 2022, Esko, a subsidiary of Danaher, announced that it had acquired Tilia Labs, an imposition AI software company headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario.Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Z384b6a37-4b11-4dfa-89f5-ef4314ad7ec5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/guides/2022/trade-secrets-guide-uk-2022-trends-developmentsUK trade secret law has been the subject of a number of significant updates. We take a look at the latest trends and developments including the rise of AI, increase in demand and the UK's implementation of the EU's trade secrets directive.Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Z6e71c605-5fb4-485f-95d2-e0b6d848d22ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/flahmingo-completes-private-placementOn August 3, 2022, Flahmingo Investments Inc., a Calgary-based FinTech company, completed a private placement offering of approximately $1.1 million and converted its SAFE notes into preferred shares.Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 Z5327db39-c471-4ed0-95cb-773430fec09fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/patent-ownership-when-your-r-d-staff-departThe success of IP transactions is rooted in the IP asset in play. But what if your company suddenly discovers it no longer actually owns the right, despite it being created by employees?Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:38:00 Zbe731487-11b7-4f80-a27f-29565a2f65a5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/be-proactive-about-ip-ownershipFor patented or patentable inventions, it is best practice to execute an agreement for a patent assignment that compensates the employee for the invention separately from their usual employment compensation.Tue, 02 Aug 2022 14:36:00 Z0444b3a2-a74d-41b2-aa4e-a4dbac25923chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/chinese-cross-border-data-transfer-lawsIn this insight, we take a look at the case of Syntronic Technology in which the United States District Court of the Northern District of California rejected the company's argument of China's restriction of cross-border data transfer as a legal justification.Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 Z4bc1f7e7-a5dc-4856-a3e2-a233d4d0c613https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/inmotion-dvs-target-of-cross-border-acquisitionOn July 20, 2022, US-based Virtual, Inc., the leading provider of professional services to standards organizations, consortia, and associations, announced that it had acquired award-winning digital marketing agency inMotion DVS, Inc. of Ottawa, Ontario.Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:00:00 Z15547185-464c-461c-92f9-8bd25f688083https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2022/influencers-in-toronto-parna-sabet-stephensonWidely recognized for her experience in all aspects of outsourcing, technology law, and e-commerce, she also advises on the legal implications of emerging technologies, including blockchain and the Internet of Things.Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:19:00 Ze630efb8-f48c-4a5f-bb37-4c33998088d5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2022/corporate-team-advises-rigby-group-on-saleOur international corporate practice has led a cross specialism and jurisdictional team advising Rigby Private Equity Limited (Rigby) on the sale of Nuvias Group (Nuvias) - a cyber security and intelligent networking solutions business - to European private equity backed distributor, Infinigate Group AG (Infinigate).Fri, 08 Jul 2022 08:59:00 Z2f830c54-4b94-4fc2-a237-97607fee506chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/superbuzz-completes-qualifying-transactionOn July 7, 2022, SuperBuzz Inc. (TSXV: SPZ) (the "Company", formerly Cross Border Capital I Inc.) ("CBX") (TSXV: CBX.P), announced that it had completed its previously announced acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding securities of Israeli company Message Notify Ltd. d/b/a SuperBuzz ("Private SuperBuzz"), resulting in Private SuperBuzz becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 Zc5338319-151b-461b-8479-3908af219e35https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2022/value-of-carbontech-innovation-achieving-net-zeroDid you know that carbontech innovation is helping Canada achieve its net zero goals? In fact, many consider it to be a critical technology when it comes to decarbonizing many industries and enabling Canada to transition to a net zero economy.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 17:23:00 Zd56fef2c-00d8-48eb-ad8b-579d4bc991d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-export-control-provisions-for-uae-patentsWhat do the new restrictions to the Implementing Regulations for the UAE Patent Law mean for companies and research organisations operating in the military defence or national security sectors? We discuss the new provisions for UAE patents with security or military application.Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:21:00 Z30f91ad1-33e9-4654-a835-152e4b136ce5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/a-small-screen-patent-infringement-caseIn Rovi v Videotron, 2022 FC 874, Rovi alleged infringement by Videotron of four patents with respect to interactive television program guides. Rovi sought an accounting of Videotron's profits or, in the alternative, damages in the form of a royalty.Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:43:00 Z5530483a-099b-45fa-9286-c116649f8f4dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/cleantech-remains-priority-during-uncertain-timesRecent news focused on Canada's economy has largely centred on inflation and rising interest rates, which is unsettling to say the least. While much of the Government of Canada's attention is directed at resolving (what will hopefully only be short-term) economic uncertainty, government officials also remain committed to investing in the future, including cleantech.Wed, 29 Jun 2022 14:36:00 Z3efee12f-85d2-4208-a421-81441de01a02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2022/making-green-workOur report, 'Making Green Work', explores the development of a green workforce in order to achieve the UK Government's commitments for a more sustainable future.Wed, 29 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z443c6c01-12dc-467e-b170-dbd899a74f31https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2022/models-of-technology-transfer-and-their-impactIn the second instalment of the 'Tech Transfer and Innovation in the GCC' webinar series, our panel from Canada, Qatar and the UAE share their experiences and perspectives of how technology transfer differs among regional universities and colleges and discuss the challenges in moving research to market.Tue, 28 Jun 2022 08:20:00 Z0c205652-ac4f-46b2-ac12-674512f0ed8bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/canada-reintroduces-changes-to-federal-privacy-lawBill C-27 is part of a global push to strengthen privacy regulations around the world.Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:20:00 Z8eb94d4b-e5c5-4edb-9ff6-c614abde97b7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/the-digital-services-act-safer-more-accountableWhat does the new Digital Services Act mean for service providers? And how might this EU-wide regulatory framework foster safer, more accountable spaces online? Our tech experts summarise the main provisions.Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z33f52b52-160c-479b-977f-2f3579fc641dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/glia-acquires-finn-aiOn June 23, 2022, Glia, the leading provider of digital customer service, announced that it had acquired Finn AI, the premier AI-powered chatbot platform for banks and credit unions. The deal aims to mainstream virtual assistants for financial services companies by making Finn AI's proven conversational AI solutions an integral part of Glia's industry-leading Digital Customer Service (DCS) platform.Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z443048c6-709d-42f7-84e0-92b555edfa3chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/operators-secure-victory-in-the-supreme-courtThe Supreme Court has handed down judgment in three ground-breaking telecoms appeals, siding with the operators on the meaning of the term "occupier" in the Electronic Communications Code. We summarise the judgment and its implications for operators and site providers.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z18b5cc37-2a39-40a0-b812-78d6fc5f09d7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/metaverse-business-opportunities-cyber-risksMany lawyers were surprised, confused and/or amused by recent news that a New Jersey firm had opened the first personal injury firm in the metaverse (the virtual world existing alongside our physical reality, in which people explore, play, and engage in commercial activity as digital avatars).Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z9433e712-7f62-4d98-a228-ed17eab721c2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/rhi-group-sells-strategic-stake-in-reebee-to-flippOn June 22, 2022, Flipp announced the acquisition of reebee, Canada's second largest digital savings distribution channel. As part of the transaction, digital marketing investment firm RHI Group sold its strategic stake in reebee (originally acquired in 2019) to Flipp.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z2a6cf930-cad0-45c5-be32-d04bcf5f33f1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/augmenta-seed-fundraising-led-by-hazelviewOn June 21, 2022, Hazelview Ventures Inc., a subsidiary of Hazelview Investments Inc., announced that it had partnered with Augmenta.Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z56c24caa-41b9-41d9-914c-462120a5a4b0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/republix-acquires-noodle-waveOn June 21, 2022, digital marketing agency Noodle Wave Media announced that it had been acquired by Republix Platform Technologies Inc., a network of independent agencies, each with a proven track record in their respective disciplines.Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Zeb1bd2bb-bc3e-479c-a87f-95efb45b559bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/canada-s-critical-infrastructure-cybersecurity-lawJune 14, 2022 marked a watershed moment in Canadian data protection history: the first reading of a federal cyber security law of general application aimed at protecting critical infrastructure.Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z499e97a6-aeb2-4ca5-9bd6-2dc85b25fe48https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/3-lessons-china-s-first-criminal-compliance-caseHow can businesses ensure robust data compliance measures are in place when processing personal information in China? And what are the risks and penalties for organisations failing to fulfil cyber security obligations? We outline three key points to note.Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:36:00 Z2d4dc7c7-abba-4713-ae4a-f1596e7cd084https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/capital-markets-dowgate-capital-limitedOur Capital Markets team has advised Dowgate Capital Limited as broker on an AI-focused private placing.Tue, 07 Jun 2022 12:46:00 Z36463752-bf1e-4107-a14e-7bbc4720290dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/mucci-farms-target-of-strategic-investmentOn June 3, 2022, Cox Enterprises announced a significant strategic investment in Mucci Farms.Fri, 03 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Z7295a317-3fdc-4d44-bd6d-105a3205cde0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/middle-east-based-patent-filers-are-you-preparedIn this article we summarise everything Middle East-based European patent holders need to know about the major changes to the European patent system.Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 Za97f1a57-9956-468b-aa8e-ec6a53a95d4fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/gobolt-acquires-boxknightIn May 2022, Toronto-based tech-enabled fulfillment and last-mile delivery startup GoBolt acquired Montreal-based e-commerce logistics provider BoxKnight.Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 Z07e44c10-ef82-4221-b565-66276b2dc3bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/impact-of-the-hondakit-case-on-trademark-lawThe HONDAKIT case is one of few trademark cases to reach the Supreme People's Court of China. In this article, we set out some of the potential issues to be aware of when operating under the OEM model, the implications of the ruling in this particular case and possible ways to mitigate potential risks in this environment.Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 Zb9c7f78d-7534-4d29-84f9-db21b4d8ac0ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/chalk-com-acquired-by-powerschoolOn May 5, 2022, California-based education cloud software company PowerSchool Holdings Inc. announced that it had acquired Chalk.com Education Inc. ("Chalk.com").Thu, 05 May 2022 00:00:00 Zb6f46841-3305-4974-8ec6-fb26b9177344https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/eddy-solutions-acquires-reed-waterOn May 4, 2022, Eddy Smart Home Solutions Ltd. ("Eddy") (TSXV: EDY) announced that it had successfully closed its previously announced acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Reed Controls Inc. (dba Reed Water) ("Reed"). The total purchase price for the transaction was $7,359,600.Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 Za9c310a0-aefe-40f4-a3ec-6890d4cb3e6ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2022/accelerating-international-cleantech-expansionRoch Ripley, partner and head of Vancouver's Intellectual Property Department, joined Paul Austin, partner at Fort Capital, and Jeanette Jackson, CEO of Foresight Canada, to talk about how cleantech companies can successfully take their business from the national level to international stage.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 19:13:00 Z1c959a27-f1a9-411d-a100-df9b5dc90654https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/cipo-using-ai-technology-for-examination-backlogIn an effort to reduce the significant backlog of pending trademark applications in Canada, the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) has implemented a project using AI technology.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 17:22:00 Zee5cbdd1-33b5-4b33-bd2b-b9d700b894a3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/bill-64-quebec-privacy-law-key-takeawaysOn September 22, 2021, the Quebec government adopted Bill 64, An Act to modernize legislative provisions as regards the protection of personal information, enacting significant changes to the requirements governing the use and protection of personal information under various statutes, including notably the Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector and the Act respecting Access to documents held by public bodies and the Protection of personal information.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:43:00 Za0d2bd5a-577b-4694-8c0e-89e75e1b6bedhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/thoughtworks-acquires-connectedOn April 27, 2022, Thoughtworks (NASDAQ: TWKS) announced its acquisition of privately-held, Canada-based Connected.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Zcb4e1bf3-54bb-4f2f-bb8c-c652f8117111https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/bitcoin-dispute-gives-insight-into-english-courtWe explore the recent judgment raising important legal issues for bitcoin owners if private keys are lost, providing new insight into the approach of the English courts.Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z058a38c3-e829-4b1f-a39a-265273e60718https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/skytrac-acquires-troo-s-aviation-divisionOn April 20, 2022, SKYTRAC, a global leader in aerospace intelligent connectivity and satellite communications, announced that it had acquired the assets of Troo Corporation's aviation division.Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z098fa9f5-90f7-4b95-82f5-5711cff0b7f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/halma-acquires-deep-trekkerOn April 14, 2022, Halma plc (LON: HLMA), a global group of life-saving technology companies, announced that it had acquired Deep Trekker Inc. for cash consideration of $60 million on a cash and debt free basis, funded from Halma's existing facilities.Thu, 14 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z49c10497-dc78-4724-b7eb-f0b71cab631fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/nymi-acquired-by-innomindsOn April 12, 2022, Innominds Software Inc. announced the acquisition of connected worker platform provider Nymi Inc. Nymi will become a wholly owned independent subsidiary of Innominds, continuing to operate from its Toronto, Ontario headquarters.Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z9bf0817a-3cc1-489e-9d4b-50b1c32fef41https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2022/digital-currentsDownload our latest digitalisation report 'Digital Currents' to find out how your business can keep up with digital transformation.Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:14:00 Z0a6efe92-5f73-4dea-9a37-407098b99e97https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-digital-data-and-technology-playbookWe set out the 11 key policies and six cross-cutting priorities in the UK Government's new Digital, Data and Technology Playbook.Mon, 04 Apr 2022 00:00:00 Z4a01ca7b-1fe6-4a42-b03f-38cc6b14d078https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/swift-labs-acquired-by-blackline-safetyOn March 31, 2022, Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN) ("Blackline"), a global leader in connected safety technology, acquired Ontario-based Swift Labs Inc. ("Swift Labs"), an Internet of Things (IoT) design and engineering consulting firm.Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Ze828f17c-77cb-41cd-97d7-4b4f68f566fahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/citylitics-raises-us5-million-in-series-a-fundingOn March 29, 2022, Citylitics Inc. announced that it had raised US$5 million in a Series A round of funding. The investment was co-led by Dallas Venture Capital and Cerium Technology Ventures with participation from a number of existing investors.Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Zca66a038-f24a-4e1c-83bd-f74a4eaed385https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/accelerate-patent-prosecution-in-asean-regionHow can businesses accelerate patent prosecution in the ASEAN Region? In this article, our Singapore IP experts discuss the main international, regional, and national acceleration programmes in Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countriesThu, 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Zd1ee0bb0-ce67-4051-a144-c73305c59e2ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/ukraine-conflict-cyber-threat-canadian-businessCanada's federal cyber security authority has been warning operators of critical infrastructure to harden their defences against cyber attacks stemming from the current conflict in Ukraine. Since the notice was issued in late-February, we have seen the hazards alluded to by the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (CCCS) increasingly crystallize.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Z0ccdfffb-fc2e-4231-a79a-b936ceaad387https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/technology-transfer-leads-to-innovation-successFor numerous innovations we use today, the journey began in the research labs of universities or research organisations. In fact, the science and knowledge generated in publicly funded research labs has been the foundation of many revolutionary innovations on the market today.Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:49:00 Zfdb6eb9d-a500-4ba5-aefb-adbe17a0078bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-your-business-can-adopt-digital-transformationData shows that digital transformation, for both consumers and businesses, accelerated five years forward in the first eight weeks of the pandemic. Two years on, and the transformation continues for many industries and businesses. We set out some key learnings from the pandemic for businesses to consider in this new era of digitalisation to ensure they are primed and protected for success.Tue, 15 Mar 2022 09:05:00 Z2c1c7c7c-95f4-458b-9586-8f41864b6914https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/uk-government-consults-on-tighter-cyber-regulationThe Government has launched its consultation to improve the UK's cyber resilience, proposing tighter cyber regulation for managed IT service providers.Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Z00a58eff-319b-466e-93a2-d155873aac8dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-and-trademark-rightsIf your business is involved in or interested in the movement into Canada of goods protected by an intellectual property right, then you need to understand what the law on 'exhaustion' of the relevant right is in Canada.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:54:00 Z50b15b00-b4cb-4258-b84d-8d171b324d99https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-and-trademarks-in-franceWhat is the law on 'exhaustion' of intellectual property in France and the EU? Our global IP experts explore the development of the regime governing exhaustion in the country for patents and trademarks, and what this means for businesses.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:52:00 Z5a7689a4-a4e4-4b6d-8ce6-727a356593a3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/exhaustion-of-patent-trademark-rights-in-the-ukOur global IP experts explore the UK's 'exhaustion' regime for patents and trademarks, how this governs the import of genuine IP-protected goods, and what it means for businesses.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Z5cdcc6cf-8aad-4d7a-9830-f53452f44d52https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/savvas-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn March 1, 2022, Savvas Learning Company announced its acquisition of Rubicon Publishing, Inc., the developer of Canada's most widely used all-digital math program.Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 Z4948ba42-cdea-41d9-a838-e87bdba1ccb0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/how-to-choose-the-right-strategy-to-commercializeTwo common ways to transfer rights are through sale and licensing. While technology rights can include patent rights (whether enforceable or in the application stage), copyright and, trade secrets, this article will focus on patent rights and copyright alone.Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:57:00 Z08b98216-2601-4a57-b9af-1aa77e30a9echttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2022/building-an-innovation-ecosystem-in-the-gccThis on-demand webinar discusses the challenges and opportunities in building up an innovation ecosystem in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).Tue, 22 Feb 2022 08:27:00 Zd5b64b57-ee10-434e-9749-c13ad953a077https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/eblock-acquires-fastlane-auto-exchangeOn February 22, 2022, E Automotive Inc. d/b/a E INC (TSX: EINC) and sub-brand, EBlock - announced that EBlock had acquired FastLane Auto Exchange ("FastLane"), an independent dealer only full-service auction marketplace located in Mount Morris, Michigan, 75 miles from Detroit and the Canadian border.Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z1de945d5-0484-433b-9d7f-fc42db37dd51https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/routethis-announces-series-a-investment-roundOn February 22, 2022, RouteThis Inc. announced that it had raised a $25 million Series A investment round led by venture firm Inovia Capital. The round also included participation from Intel Capital, Round13, Garage Capital and Ken Miller Capital.Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z63672799-ab52-47a6-8c17-190b1f3b8bfbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-ksa-law-on-protection-of-personal-dataIn 2021, The KSA released the Royal Decree M/19 on the Protection of Personal Data. Our technology lawyers summarise the main provisions of the new law.Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z77bbcd92-2559-416b-999d-7fc83ca9a28ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/fortnine-and-novacap-acquire-defender-industriesOn February 17, 2022, FortNine announced in partnership with Novacap the acquisition of Defender Industries Inc. ("Defender").Thu, 17 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z31facd6e-06c9-46b4-8c50-d00db567e7c6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2022/protecting-cleantech-inventions-in-canadaHow do you commercialize an idea in Canada's cleantech sector? Step one: protect it.Wed, 16 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z0a7f34a8-3774-4eec-b074-40b98eb380c9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2022/annual-review-of-uk-patent-judgments-2021Read our complete guide to the key patent case law emerging from the courts in the UK in 2021, in which partner Gordon Harris takes you through a blockbuster year of patent case law, noting trends and points to watch out for.Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:08:00 Zcc5e2b88-b996-47fd-a505-8cf3e8c6292ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/a-guide-to-key-legal-updates-uae-and-ksaIn this guide, our legal experts get you up to speed on the new laws concerning corporate, commercial, IP, projects and technology in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:49:00 Zd42d5d6f-7f29-4759-b631-1f9a75ff7109https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/republix-group-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn February 10, 2022, Republix announced the acquisition of UK-based bant.io.Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Zfdb98025-b10c-48a5-bcc1-58d570e86702https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/republix-group-acquires-zoptoOn February 10, 2022, UK-based Zopto, a cloud-based lead generation tool with dedicated IP address, announced that it had been acquired by Republix Group.Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z9686d33f-16e2-4b6d-adf3-98bc9f35eae2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/protecting-innovation-in-fintechWe take a look at a recent example of an innovator's rights in FinTech apparently being under threat by a departing employee, before discussing how to protect your trade secrets.Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z521f94a6-b55c-4074-8fa9-50aa4577f1f5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/gowling-wlg-france-advises-safran-corporate-venturGowling WLG France advises Safran Corporate Ventures and Engie New Ventures on their investment in Ineratec, a German start-up specializing in carbon-neutral synthetic fuels.Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Z2b5f48fc-5ade-43ac-a8be-4f4c881390e0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/uae-federal-decree-law-on-personal-data-protectionOur Data protection team in the UAE discuss the Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data.Fri, 04 Feb 2022 13:58:00 Z9e71e85d-f6c9-4e45-a31f-b31ee99d6340https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/uk-clamps-down-on-cryptoWhat are the UK regulatory implications for brands and firms promoting cryptoassets? Find out the ASA approach to crypto advertising and the potential impacts of new UK Government proposals.Thu, 03 Feb 2022 10:58:00 Zce265dfc-bce1-4adf-8fbd-338ab10beed8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/new-uae-patent-law-what-do-you-need-to-knowThe UAE has issued Federal Law no. 11 of 2021 concerning the regulation and protection of Industrial Property Rights. In this article, we review the key changes in the Law and their implications.Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:53:00 Ze869e1ff-c63c-4c1b-a25b-76f199b8145bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/gcc-patent-office-new-working-model-confirmedThe Implementing Regulations for the GCC Patent Office's new working model were issued in November 2021. We take you through the key takeaways for the new Regulations.Tue, 01 Feb 2022 10:20:00 Z5cf7bee6-bdf1-4b29-96da-b31cd72f6a01https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/ngif-cleantech-invests-in-galatea-technologiesOn February 1, 2022, NGIF Cleantech Ventures, a Canadian venture capital fund investing in cleantech innovation in the natural gas sector, announced an equity investment in Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company Galatea Technologies Inc. ("Galatea").Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 Zd6c4489b-e3cb-4594-8e83-4c7fcf15f5achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/property-litigation-team-in-supreme-courtOn Tuesday 1 to Thursday 3 February 2022 Martin Thomas, our property litigation partner, will lead a team bringing two appeals to the Supreme Court on behalf of Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited.Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Z90e5b23a-eec4-4e0f-8c55-94673fbe5c24https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/case-of-xenobots-part-2-ai-assisted-inventionsLaboratory experimentation often invokes images of scientists in white lab coats and bubbling flasks. However, the rapid advancement of computational techniques and computing power have significantly changed how research and development occurs in the 21st century. Artificial intelligence now allows researchers to conduct experiments by computer modeling or simulation, with those computer-implemented experiments being integral to the conception or reduction to practice of a related "AI-assisted invention".Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:49:00 Z037ee45f-ee35-4556-82c3-372a2e3aac4chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/ip-in-china-key-cases-from-2021-and-2022-outlookWhat were 2021's key trademark, copyright and punitive damages cases in China and what could 2022 have in store for IP? Find out in our latest insight.Mon, 24 Jan 2022 09:50:00 Z2b13e19d-ff71-43b7-9fe8-1a59fd6a134dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/snap-one-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn January 20, 2022, Snap One (NASDAQ: SNPO) announced it had acquired long-time distribution partner Staub Electronics, one of Canada's leading distributors of technology solutions focused on residential and commercial AV integrators, and automotive electronics installers.Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Z6be1c124-3cad-4c8a-b273-a5aa67cb0cdchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2022/alberta-new-immigration-pathway-tech-professionalsOn Jan. 13, 2022, the Government of Alberta announced a new permanent residence pathway – the Accelerated Tech Pathway – with the goal of attracting tech talent from around the world to settle in Alberta.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Z1a6587fa-6ad4-43e1-948b-f9dece6e9523https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/hachette-uk-acquires-paperblanksOn January 18, 2022, Hachette UK announced the acquisition of 100% of the share capital Paperblanks, the world's second largest publisher of premium notebooks, journals and diaries.Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Z1da81553-aece-46df-ab11-f2607fe0d354https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2022/talan-to-acquire-createchOn January 13, 2022, Talan announced that it had entered into an agreement to acquire Createch, with the acquisition expected to close in Q1.Thu, 13 Jan 2022 00:00:00 Zc3edcb1a-3b7a-4cb6-988b-244474b04853https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2022/epo-rejects-patent-application-in-dabus-caseIn the latest on the DABUS case, the European Patent Office has confirmed the decision of the Receiving Section that a patent application cannot succeed where the designated inventor is not a person, but an AI machine.Fri, 07 Jan 2022 09:34:00 Zdd2ab218-7e29-48d9-9129-c51be80b6bebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/nav-canada-sells-stake-in-searidge-technologiesIn December 2021, NAV CANADA sold its 50% stake in Searidge Technologies Inc.Wed, 22 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z6d0ab451-6780-46d2-b12a-45b3051a0ea2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/velocys-plc-s-proposed-27-million-gbp-fundraisingOur equity capital markets team has advised Panmure Gordon and Shore Capital as joint brokers and bookrunners on Velocys PLC's proposed £27 million placing and open offer.Mon, 20 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Zd8eb3efc-7193-4142-b8f0-b9d92ed0831fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/the-uk-s-nsi-act-key-aspects-to-considerWhat will the new UK NSI Regime mean for investment screening on national security grounds, when it enters force on 4 January 2022? Our EU, Trade and Competition experts detail the essential considerations.Fri, 17 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z90a58ffb-0c6e-4dc2-82c9-2608e27c8b13https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/napkyn-analytics-acquired-by-kepler-groupOn December 15, 2021, Napkyn Analytics announced that it was joining Kepler Group, a global digital services provider. The deal unites two of the most data-driven firms in marketing to help clients more effectively derive consumer insights, activate digital intelligence, and accelerate business results.Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z6fde308e-b55f-4208-8d26-54bd884d93fehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/fca-announces-new-listing-rulesOur Corporate, M&A and Capital Markets team outline the FCA's latest changes to the UK's listing Rules in response to the recent Listing Review.Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:51:00 Z5db8958f-0832-41cb-b22c-3accd2574398https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/real-brokerage-acquires-scott-benson-real-estateOn December 14, 2021, The Real Brokerage Inc. ("Real") (TSXV: REAX) (NASDAQ: REAX) acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Scott Benson Real Estate Inc., a realtor located in Oakville, Ontario. Real renamed the wholly-owned subsidiary as Real Broker Ontario Ltd.Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z97c4a1d2-f162-4b1a-a519-b1a500ba4baahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-network-international-on-dispoGowling WLG has advised the international payment solutions provider Network International LLCon the disposal of its 50% stake in cash management firm Transguard Cash LLC to Transguard Group for c. USD 74,000,000.Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z3a2e07b0-0270-44bf-b6eb-32d57854c58dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/american-safety-council-acquires-tpc-trainingOn December 2, 2021, American Safety Council ("ASC") announced the transformative acquisition of TPC Training ("TPC").Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z87f37356-d28d-4e1f-89d1-e22a4093d69ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/securing-funding-with-nftsNon-fungible tokens ("NFTs") have revolutionized how artists sell their art; now, artists are hoping that NFTs can revolutionize how they fund their art.Wed, 01 Dec 2021 18:27:00 Zb308f148-3053-4800-9f9c-b8050109f6c5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/opin-digital-acquired-by-portage-cybertechOn December 1, 2021, Converge Technology Solutions Corp. (TSX: CTS) (FSE: 0ZB) (OTCQX: CTSDF), a software-enabled IT & Cloud Solutions provider, announced that its 53% owned subsidiary, Portage CyberTech Inc. had acquired OPIN Digital Inc. ("OPIN").Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Z18c29ac3-95a2-4597-8b78-e6c790e531d0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/feenics-target-of-key-acquisition-by-acreOn December 1, 2021, ACRE, a global leader of state-of-the-art security systems, announced its strategic acquisition of Feenics, a provider of cloud-based, enterprise class access control as a service (ACaaS) solutions.Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 Zb0becfec-5702-4f77-a674-bb06974a4f68https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/us-increase-regulatory-focus-financial-cyber-riskThe Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has announced a public consultation on Draft Guideline B‑13: Technology and Cyber Risk Management. When finalized, B-13 will join OSFI's existing cyber security-related guidelines and tools, which include Guidelines E‑21 (Operational Risk Management), B‑10 (Outsourcing of Business Activities, Functions and Processes), its Technology and Cyber Security Incident Reporting Advisory, and its Cyber Security Self-Assessment tool.Fri, 26 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Zad501129-0df2-47af-88cf-2eb81af35f1bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/ticktrade-acquired-by-smarttradeOn November 22, 2021, smartTrade Group, a leader in multi-asset electronic trading solutions, announced the acquisition of TickTrade Systems Inc., a Toronto-based technology firm providing next-generation FX trading and payments SaaS solutions for financial institutions.Mon, 22 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z8fa63d9b-6a12-4380-b222-540b53eb1945https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/exhaustion-of-intellectual-property-rightsIn Singapore, the question of whether an intellectual property right (such as a registered trademark or a patent) can be enforced by way of an infringement action against the sale of genuine goods placed on the market in another country and then parallel imported into Singapore, is governed by an area of law called 'exhaustion'.Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Zbc9b633f-c3c2-4cd8-894d-da58f0a029e2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/emerge-acquires-wholesalepet-comEffective November 16, 2021, EMERGE Commerce Ltd. ("EMERGE") (TSXV: ECOM), a diversified acquirer and operator of e-commerce brands, closed the acquisition of all the issued and outstanding shares of Retail Store Networks, Inc. (dba, "WholesalePet.com").Tue, 16 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z6c8e27f5-4155-48ee-b3e1-8752e1e8aef5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/atmofizer-closes-rto-with-vaxxinatorOn November 15, 2021, Atmofizer Technologies Inc. (formerly Consolidated HCI Holdings Corporation) ("Atmofizer") announced the closing of its previously announced reverse takeover transaction (the "RTO") with Vaxxinator Enterprises Inc. ("Vaxxinator").Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z645e05f8-3594-466b-a9f6-295cac02177ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/exhaustion-in-the-uk-ip-law-under-reviewHow might UK law on exhaustion of IP rights change soon? And what does this mean for parallel imports into post #Brexit Britain? Our IP team detail the key points to note.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:42:00 Z2bcf9e7e-9bf6-4ed9-a5dc-042cf990675ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/what-is-the-metaverseWhat is the metaverse and how can it be used? We cover what businesses need to know right now following Facebook's rebrand.Fri, 12 Nov 2021 11:21:00 Z6bf7fb26-561a-492e-9057-5df0655ceb31https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/google-defeats-supreme-court-claimWe review the judgment of the Supreme Court in the case of Lloyd v Google LLC, as it brings an end to a class action against Google worth around £3 billion.Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z1e350a58-8486-4a82-b6e4-a46ed1d9f884https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/kudos-completes-financing-transactionOn November 10, 2021, Kudos Inc., a software company based in Calgary, Alberta, completed a financing transaction for a $10 million investment made by the Canadian Business Growth Fund.Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Zec3125d4-975b-4b5b-b01d-e146002ba4dehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/financial-services-the-transition-to-net-zeroOver the past few years, there has been an increasing global recognition of the potential impact of climate change and the crucial role the financial services industry has in helping combat climate change.Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z4e02cff1-ff9e-4b41-8b18-53aceb18680dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/mcrock-capital-leads-funding-round-for-landing-aiOn November 8, 2021, Landing AI™ announced a Series A financing of US$57 million led by McRock Capital, which included investments by Insight Partners, Taiwania Capital, Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), Intel Capital, Samsung Catalyst Fund, Far Eastern Group's DRIVE Catalyst, Walsin Lihwa, and AI Fund.Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Zd2a63c84-b940-4bd1-93f6-882395ed2a9chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/olive-group-ltd-closes-equity-financingOn November 3, 2021, Olive Group Ltd. closed an equity financing of approximately US$1.5 million with a group of investors.Wed, 03 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Z7d34e3c0-8f03-4a86-bed9-c1559a123ccehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/avalara-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn November 2, 2021, Avalara, Inc. (NYSE: AVLR) announced its cross-border acquisition of 3CE Technologies, Inc.Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 Zc90de753-ffd4-479b-94e4-7446a47a6472https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/legal-tips-for-your-tech-scale-up-agreements-ipWhen your tech company is scaling-up, your legal strategy needs to keep pace.Fri, 29 Oct 2021 21:29:00 Z31abf0b7-1a62-417d-aed4-bdcedacfb60dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/why-is-cop26-important-to-businessesThis Sunday sees the start of the 26th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of the Parties. but what will COP26 cover, why will it be important for businesses and what should organisations be doing in response?Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Za29c970f-45e2-4ab2-a21c-c43aae2c981ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/cyber-security-guide-for-pensions-trusteesIncreased focus from the Pensions Regulator as part of its new single code of practice and European Cybersecurity Month has shone a spotlight on this significant and growing risk area for pension schemes.Wed, 27 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Zbff097f9-dee4-4a4b-a904-4511b022f8dahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/bridgit-announces-series-b-funding-roundOn October 26, 2021, Bridgit Inc. announced that it had raised $24 million in Series B funding.Tue, 26 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Z461bb5d1-e952-42f0-9008-d1ecbfdd7191https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/optis-v-apple-form-of-order-publishedThe Court reiterated that it had made it clear that Apple was expected to 'give a simple and unconstrained undertaking to accept whatever licence was ruled to be FRAND' following a trial planned in June/July 2022.Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Zb6ef4a10-97be-43b2-a1d7-6584211a8730https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/hmt-consults-on-buy-now-pay-later-regulationHer Majesty's Treasury (HMT) has this week published a consultation paper (CP) on the regulation of currently unregulated Buy Now Pay Later products (BNPL).Fri, 22 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Z4681f944-d65e-4f6a-97d7-371c7155c288https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/blockchain-litigationOur panelists explore the topic of securities litigation in the blockchain space, including cases involving ICOs, crypto-asset trading platforms, DeFi, and more.Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:38:00 Z4320a838-f0e0-4f0e-b2a7-30d786b3631dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/trusscore-raises-26-million-series-a-fundingOn October 14, 2021, Trusscore announced that it had raised $26 million in Series A funding. The investment was led by Round 13 Capital from its newly created Earth Tech Fund that will back companies with complementary environmental and commercial mandates.Thu, 14 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Zb93ac1cd-bbce-4ae9-8d25-f7b16d314ab4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/second-network-and-information-security-directiveThe European Commission has made a proposal to replace the European directive 2016/1148 of 6 July 2016 concerning measures for a high common level of security for network and information systems (NIS) across the Union.Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Zc0db3f6c-c299-4fcc-835b-eb7262949c16https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/alberta-court-public-disclosure-private-factsIn ES v. Shillington (2021 ABQB 739) Madam Justice Inglis of the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench recognized a new tort in Alberta of "public disclosure of private facts", following the Ontario Superior Court's lead in Jane Doe 72511 v. Morgan (2018 ONSC 6607).Fri, 08 Oct 2021 14:58:00 Za94a4ed7-7d62-4028-b33b-0d944971f38ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/factors-to-consider-when-scaling-your-businessClean technology companies in British Columbia are scaling-up as a surge of funding flows into the province's cleantech sector.Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Z3be12c4a-81c4-4d36-9013-384526229045https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/commitment-not-to-use-forced-or-child-labourPart 12 in this series addresses how a business can operationalize its commitment not to utilize forced or child labour within business operations and supply chains.Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Z1d8520de-5ef4-4c92-be41-0811bfb0813bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/optis-v-apple-decision-to-be-appealedOnly a week after the judgment the UK Court sat again to hear Apple's request for permission to appealFri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Za010cae8-301a-4af2-923d-52acfc021025https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/emerge-acquires-battlbox-and-carnivore-clubOn October 7, 2021, EMERGE Commerce Ltd. ("EMERGE") (TSXV: ECOM), a leading acquirer and operator of direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands, announced the successful closing of the previously announced acquisition of all the respective membership interest and shares of BattlBox, LLC ("BattlBox"), Carnivore Club, LLC and Carnivore Club Subscription Box Canada Inc.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 00:00:00 Ze65f023a-1693-40c1-93cd-5099ad6f53a0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/sep-licensing-wars-put-up-or-shut-upUK Court says implementers must either commit to taking a court-determined FRAND licence once a patent trial has been won or face an injunction in Optis v. Apple.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 08:37:00 Zaf02b2f4-c30b-407f-af46-1bba20a52b4bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/flahmingo-investments-in-pre-seed-funding-roundIn September 2021, Flahmingo Investments Inc., a Calgary-based FinTech startup, raised CAD $1.88 million in its oversubscribed pre-seed funding round.Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Z96c54f51-b025-432b-b757-a4630f981afdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/bunking-inc-closes-first-equity-financingOn September 30, 2021, Bunking Inc., an Ottawa, Ontario-based technology startup, completed its first equity financing with a group of investors.Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Z39e86e9e-e9c6-4993-8952-992da3e2d004https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/mcrock-leads-series-a-financing-for-samdeskOn September 29, 2021, Samdesk announced that it had closed a $13.5 million Series A financing led by McRock Capital ("McRock"), joined by HarbourVest, EDC, and with participation from several existing shareholders.Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Z5aaba54e-c831-47a7-a1da-b5c9a6e19d76https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/updated-ai-invention-denied-patent-in-dabus-caseThe Court of Appeal held that a patent cannot be granted if the inventor is not a person and the law would need to be changed in order for purely machine-created inventions to be patentable.Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Z95c7d79d-6e4e-469a-808e-c57c25372184https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/hinge-health-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn September 17, 2021, Hinge Health, Inc., announced its cross-border acquisition of wrnch, Inc., as a result of which Hinge Health now has the largest computer vision team in digital health.Fri, 17 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Za9b6b238-b224-4305-af72-70b2774b887ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/china-joint-patent-infringement-hearingsIn July 2021, in Guangdong Province (Foshan City), a joint hearing took place to determine patent validity and patent infringement. This was the first time such a joint hearing had been held in Guangdong Province: Does it signal a fundamental change in China's bifurcated patent system? And is it bad news for plaintiffs, good news for defendants? Or too early to tell?Thu, 09 Sep 2021 10:55:00 Z7fc78c26-4fcd-4637-ae15-360ae1f62349https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/risk-prevention-and-strategy-for-trade-secretsThe China Civil Code attaches great importance to the protection of trade secrets, with Article 123 of the Civil Code stipulating that trade secrets are a type of IP right which will be protected by IP laws.Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Z53cba33a-5419-4a21-b293-56ec5041df3chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/eblock-acquires-tradehelper-and-esp-auctionsOn September 8, 2021, EBlock Inc., a leader in the automotive auction industry and wholly-owned subsidiary of parent company, E Automotive Inc., announced the acquisition of TradeHelper, a dealer-to-dealer digital auction marketplace, along with its sister company, ESP Auctions, an independent auction located in Montréal.Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 Zd2e0f3d2-7ff1-489a-8796-f53b3702554ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2021/post-pandemic-the-road-to-a-true-new-normalWe look to the future and explore what businesses should be aware of post pandemic.Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:31:00 Zdd70e021-b085-443e-accf-cfa93ecc673dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/hire-technologies-completes-acquisitionOn August 27, 2021, HIRE Technologies Inc. (TSXV: HIRE) ("HIRE") completed the acquisition of Leaders and Co., Consulting in Governance and Leadership Inc. ("Leaders"), a premier executive search firm with clients across Canada, strong national and international alliances, and a leading Diversity and Indigenous recruitment practice.Fri, 27 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z78e1e7e6-b5d6-4655-9ddc-f0d7f4d36bb1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/is-an-nda-useful-when-doing-business-in-chinaOur global IP team explores the key considerations businesses should make when using NDas in China.Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Ze890ba7e-8cc5-467a-97c7-203c5e243b69https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/crawford-company-acquires-edjusterOn August 23, 2021, Crawford & Company® (NYSE: CRD-A and CRD-B) announced that it had acquired edjuster Inc., a technology-driven field and desktop contents claims handling solutions company.Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Zd8a1a673-339e-4e20-96b3-abf8aead9afehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/how-are-wbos-combatting-ip-rights-infringementIn this article, we capture the basis for the award of WBOs, the key judgments evolving their use in respect of different types of platform, note the development for WBO relief represented in the recent Young Turks case, and ponder on future evolution in enforcement options for rights owners.Wed, 18 Aug 2021 11:24:00 Zea56f0c9-2aa7-4fc5-b0f6-ea2b1280bbf0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/altus-assessments-acquires-one45On August 18, 2021, Altus Assessments Inc. announced the acquisition of One45 and its MedEd software platform. Together, their combined suite of products will help medical schools and other higher education programs identify, select and nurture all students to become exceptional professionals.Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z3b572de6-2631-43c0-8567-a1b412d1a5e9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/symboticware-raises-2-8-million-in-seed-financingOn August 18, 2021, Symboticware, a Sudbury, Ontario-based industrial IoT hardware and software company, announced that it had raised $2.8 million in seed financing.Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Zab908704-9144-4660-8969-0851bf450df2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/kumocare-acquired-by-neupath-healthOn August 17, 2021, NeuPath Health Inc. (TSXV: NPTH) announced that it had closed the previously announced acquisition of KumoCare, pursuant to which NeuPath purchased 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of Aidly Inc. and KumoCare Peel York Inc., the owners of KumoCare.Tue, 17 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Zd5d2ea8c-4134-40bc-90b0-0254de336739https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-peakspan-capital-on-investmentGowling WLG's global tech sector team has advised PeakSpan Capital on its $15 million Series B investment in Simfoni, a procurement and spend automation platform powered by AI.Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z94c8c817-571b-4163-9ed1-9f3a01ab8ba3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/protecting-trade-secrets-in-chinaThe Supreme People's Court of China handed down the second-instance judgment for the dispute between the plaintiffs Jiaxing Zhonghua Chemical Co., Ltd. et al. and the defendants Wanglong Group Co., Ltd. et al. over the infringement of technical secrets involving the chemical Vanillin. We provide an overview of the case.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:14:00 Z21497ece-dbd4-491e-9238-76654e57902chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-sp-angel-on-aim-admissionGowling WLG has advised SP Angel Corporate Finance LLP on BiVictriX Therapeutics plc's admission to the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z90cb1280-b6a6-41bb-b08a-5997cb934e7chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/sp-angel-advised-on-us-med-tech-company-s-aim-ipoGowling WLG has advised SP Angel, who acted as Nomad and sole broker, on Spectral MD Holdings, Ltd's IPO and placing on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.Thu, 05 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Zb61045a5-5402-47eb-8c79-6edafa6e40f6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/kraken-robotics-completes-acquisition-of-pangeoOn August 3, 2021, Kraken Robotics Inc. ("Kraken Robotics" or the "Company") (TSXV: PNG) (OTCQB: KRKNF) announced that it had completed its previously disclosed acquisition of PGH Capital Inc.Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z4f04c577-8bbb-4f7d-b34f-b62e6e49f483https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/digitaled-announces-growth-investment-from-psgOn August 3, 2021, Digital Education Company Ltd. ("DigitalEd") announced a growth investment from PSG.Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:00:00 Z54b47a5f-6dba-44e3-b3ea-b484cc1edef3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-trademarks-10-key-pointsFor trademarks and the law in relation to trademarks, there are some important issues caused by Brexit for businesses to be aware of.Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:39:00 Z85bed6e2-f3fe-49b5-af8a-324d37aa4a39https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/kraken-robotics-closes-bought-deal-financingOn July 26, 2021, Kraken Robotics Inc. ("Kraken Robotics" or the "Company") (TSXV: PNG) (OTCQB: KRKNF) announced that it had closed its previously announced "bought deal" short form prospectus offering of units for gross proceeds of $10 million.Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Zddd645c0-7a81-4613-ac61-f475c7f39527https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2021/is-your-data-protectedIn this first episode, legal director Anna Fletcher is joined by partner Jocelyn Paulley from our Data Protection team. Listen to the episode to find out how to ensure your business is compliant with data protection obligations in this new work environment.Thu, 22 Jul 2021 11:28:00 Zde9235eb-509f-48a6-8129-3c02e51865bfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/exploring-decentralized-financeIn this session we explore the burgeoning DeFi landscape, outline key legal considerations and highlight strategies that are currently being offered on various platforms.Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:17:00 Zedb3a839-4f64-49bc-8442-8604389f6ff4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/ip-management-and-technology-transfer-in-the-gccTechnology transfer is the process by which research or technology assets are managed and transformed into innovations which reach the market and wider society, our IP team explore what role technology transfer plays in innovation growth in the GCC.Fri, 16 Jul 2021 09:37:00 Za01d1296-247b-4434-8352-b19dc0863d58https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/specialty-metal-mining-and-the-futureIan Mitchell explores battery metal mining and its impact on the world – and our future in this article on Lexpert.caWed, 14 Jul 2021 15:37:00 Zc6618401-4c91-4937-9309-c366e543ab61https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/miovision-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn July 13, 2021, Miovision Technologies Inc. announced that it had made its first acquisition: Arizona-based Traffop.Tue, 13 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Zc3ab50f9-6d3b-4be1-83c7-89f07b13386chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/silverline-acquires-shift-crmOn July 7, 2021, Silverline CRM ("Silverline"), a digital transformation consultancy headquartered in New York City, announced that it had acquired Shift CRM, a Toronto-based company specializing in building solutions on the Salesforce platform for media and entertainment organizations. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.Wed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Zb74fa3ad-75ab-4d5c-82ce-a9c982d24645https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/affirm-holdings-inc-acquires-yroo-incOn July 1, 2021, Affirm Holdings, Inc. (through it's wholly-owned subsidiaries) completed the purchase of substantially all of the assets of Yroo Inc., an Ontario technology company offering eCommerce solutions ("Shopbrain"), for an aggregate price of US$30 million in cash and 151,745 shares of Affirm's Class A common stock issued to the shareholders of Shopbrain at closing.Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:00:00 Z413ecccf-5518-43e5-b03f-b9152b511e37https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/cbsa-consultation-value-for-duty-of-imported-goodThe CBSA has shed more light on how they intend to amend the Customs Act.Tue, 29 Jun 2021 14:16:00 Zcd2937e5-8910-4e8b-9568-21789e53b584https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/the-real-brokerage-closes-warrant-transactionOn June 28, 2021, The Real Brokerage Inc. ("Real" or the "Company") (TSXV: REAX) (NASDAQ: REAX) closed an accelerated warrant transaction resulting in C$32,845,011.20 in proceeds to the Company.Mon, 28 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z5ddd740b-5203-4465-8532-7ca9bce11bachttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/china-passes-new-data-security-lawA new Data Security Law will come into effect in the People's Republic of China from 1 September 2021. Our China-based tech experts have produced a helpful summary of the key changes and issues to consider when operating in or with other entities in China.Thu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Zde85a32c-b216-4a58-a3d4-569b0b665c86https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-draper-esprit-on-m-placingThe corporate team at Gowling WLG has advised Draper Esprit, one of Europe's leading venture capital firms, on its £111 million fundraising by way of a placing of new shares.Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Ze9810494-3349-4aa7-9bd7-d2a27641061fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/new-sccs-for-international-transfersThe European Commission has adopted new standard contractual clauses ("SCCs"). We take a look at the new clauses and how they apply to international transfers under the GDPR.Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:15:00 Zaddda51c-705b-428c-9499-1ad9698d2a1ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/five-key-considerations-for-cleantech-smesThe future of Canada's energy sector will include a major role for clean technology companies. Cleantech small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in the shift to clean technology are looking to Canada's capital markets to grow their businesses and expand operations.Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z2ddbdc74-d9c5-4d72-ab41-18bdf003e1efhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/mcrock-leads-financing-for-triax-technologiesOn June 17, 2021, Triax Technologies, Inc., a leading Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider connecting construction, energy, manufacturing and industrial worksites based in Norwalk, Connecticut, announced that it had raised a Series A equity financing round of US$12.5 million.Thu, 17 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z69e1295c-ed86-4140-a58b-391c0a85219chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/stablecoins-and-central-bank-digital-currenciesOur panel explores the benefits and shortcomings of stablecoins, and legal issues that relate to these digital products.Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z008492f4-4b63-4af6-afbf-afb45dc1390ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/trends-in-judicial-discretion-in-chinese-courtsWith the development of globalised trade, the cross-border e-commerce trade has become a new growth point for the economic development for many countries. This new form of cross-border commodity flow has heavily impacted the traditional product distribution model that trademark rights holders and their authorised sellers rely upon.Tue, 08 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z78cf53b4-6982-40f7-81c3-7c5629affc99https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/poka-closes-25-million-series-b-roundOn June 7, 2021, Poka announced that it had raised $25 million in Series B financing in support of the company's next phase of growth. 40 North Ventures led the investment with participation from McRock Capital ("McRock") and existing investors SE Ventures, CDPQ, Robert Bosch Venture Capital, and Leclerc.Mon, 07 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z24bec7f6-f505-44d0-95db-8f8abb2fbda3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/coinsquare-ltd-in-a-sale-of-sharesOn June 4, 2021, Mogo Inc. acquired 5.4 million common shares of Coinsquare Ltd., Canada's leading digital asset trading platform, increasing its ownership in Coinsquare from 19.9% to approximately 37%, for total aggregate consideration of $48.6 million, satisfied through the issuance of an aggregate of 5,080,876 common shares of Mogo.Fri, 04 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z27ba8547-7e7f-4081-bee7-23a10589020chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/adeptmind-announces-series-a-fundingOn June 3, 2021, Adeptmind, a leading AI retail technology company creating advanced digital discovery solutions for retailers and shopping centres, announced a US$6.2 million Series A investment.Thu, 03 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Zf675444b-62e6-4f8f-8f2b-cafaedf7ab1bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/mcconkey-transfers-abs-auto-auction-ownershipAs announced on June 2, 2021 in the industry media outlet Auto Remarketing, EBlock Corporation has acquired Digital Auctions, LLC, which operates the ABS Auto Auctions group ("ABS"), from The McConkey Auction Group.Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Z5b879694-0c82-4bbe-9e89-2e05d3a432c3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/samuel-son-co-acquires-systematixOn June 1, 2021, Samuel, Son & Co., Limited ("Samuel") announced the acquisition of Waterloo, Ontario-based Systematix Inc., a leading automated systems provider for customers in a wide range of end markets.Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:00:00 Zf1bcc4d4-b8c5-48f9-80bb-a6b603137d94https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/nfts-why-a-picture-is-worth-a-thousand-bitcoinsSome major questions remain unanswered, however. What are NFTs and how are they (and the platforms on which they are minted and trade) regulated? How will this new frontier impact IP ownership rights in creative works?Mon, 31 May 2021 15:08:00 Ze9c83b95-3a28-4f58-877e-7bd7d7ed869chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/regulation-of-electric-vehicle-charging-servicesSo far, all provincial regulators in Canada who have addressed the question of the regulatory status of EV charging stations and services have come to the same conclusion: EV charging stations are not electric utilities, and not subject to regulatory control over their rates and servicesThu, 27 May 2021 14:53:00 Z21ef3fcf-56a8-4e1f-ac0e-568dedd6c9b9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/tax-court-affirms-expert-witnesses-know-businessIn Allegro Wireless the Tax Court of Canada ("TCC") highlighted that, to qualify as an expert, a witness must be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the business and the factual foundation for the tax dispute before the TCC.Thu, 27 May 2021 00:00:00 Zf65caa07-62f1-4e63-b4a2-d3b8593124d2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/litigation-funding-and-security-for-costsIn this article, we take a look at the most recent case law in litigation funding and its implications for funders and claimants when it comes to planning and funding future litigation.Tue, 25 May 2021 09:50:00 Z7da11243-0605-4dff-8700-d9a832f24947https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/yangaroo-acquires-digital-media-servicesOn May 21, 2021, YANGAROO Inc. (TSXV: YOO) (OTC Pink: YOOIF) ("Yangaroo") announced the acquisition of Digital Media Services Inc. ("DMS"). Pursuant to the transaction, Yangaroo will acquire certain assets and liabilities of the DMS entities, including all technology and intellectual property, customers and employees, and office leases.Fri, 21 May 2021 00:00:00 Z18e2c622-e373-4ce7-937f-9bd1e19d8bebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/punitive-damages-in-china-ip-litigationIn this latest article, we explore the central points of application and the key features of cases involving punitive damages, looking at landmark decisions and disputes where the new law has been applied.Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 Zb1e32212-05f8-4c6d-b6e4-90942887f40chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/sourced-group-sold-to-amdocsOn May 12, 2021, Amdocs announced its acquisition of Sourced Group for a net consideration of US$75 million, with additional consideration that may be paid later based on the achievement of certain performance metrics.Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 Zbe4bfd06-5abd-45b9-ac58-5f3ec27a1a03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/otaq-makes-equity-investment-in-blue-lion-labsOn May 11, 2021, marine technology company OTAQ Plc announced a $300,000 equity investment in Blue Lion Labs Ltd., for approximately 10% of Blue Lion's issued ordinary share capital.Tue, 11 May 2021 00:00:00 Z13672439-4f1b-464f-880d-2bb2943f2c81https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/adcore-files-final-base-shelf-prospectusOn May 11, 2021, ADCORE Inc. (TSX: ADCO) (FSE:ADQ) announced that it had filed and obtained a receipt for a final short form base shelf prospectus (the "Base Shelf Prospectus") with the securities regulatory authorities in each of the provinces and territories of Canada.Tue, 11 May 2021 00:00:00 Ze41cee5f-97cc-4150-bed9-e5db307c9de9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/crypto-trading-platforms-legal-developmentsCrypto asset trading platforms, also known as "cryptocurrency exchanges," are popular ways for investors to buy and sell various crypto assets, such as bitcoin and ether. This panel discussion focused on several key legal and regulatory developments, both in Canada and around the world, relating to such platforms.Mon, 10 May 2021 16:07:00 Zd4eae2e2-7aa3-4944-b6f3-c7ee7c54c273https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2021/waves-ahead-digital-transformationNavigate the 'Tides of Disruption' with our snapshot of how digital transformation will affect businesses over the next decade.Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 Zaa9b9156-833d-436d-aec4-e7fe62d19674https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/plantx-completes-acquisition-of-little-west-llcOn May 10, 2021, PlantX Life Inc. ("PlantX") (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) (OTCQB: PLTXF) closed on a previously announced transaction in which its wholly-owned subsidiary PlantX Lifestyle USA Inc. acquired all of the issued and outstanding limited liability membership interest of Little West LLC ("Little West").Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 Z880a1418-5db5-4e95-b37f-adea2ddfa408https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/three-things-you-should-know-from-2021-22-budgetThe Québec Budget 2021–2022 addresses the digitization of the economy by including measures aimed at encouraging investments to accelerate technology adoption and by strengthening several tax measures in the e-commerce sector. Three measures in particular are of interest to tech businesses and entrepreneurs.Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:12:00 Z630923a2-7e5a-427c-9163-30e4d3d4deb5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/can-leads-angel-funding-for-realize-medicalOn April 29, 2021, Ottawa biotech startup Realize Medical announced that it had received $1 million in angel funding to ramp up commercialization of its software.Thu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zf66a4bc5-3689-48d0-a2e4-976cee63a7b1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2021/in-conversation-with-scott-robertsGlobal IP partner Gordon Harris speaks with Scott Roberts, President of the IP Federation and Principal Patent Attorney at BT.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 12:53:00 Zb191dc83-497c-4029-b5d6-ad9ed2155e29https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/archangel-network-of-funds-completes-first-closingOn April 27, 2021, Archangel Network of Funds ("Archangel"), a new angel investment network founded by a consortium of superangels, announced that it had completed an oversubscribed first closing with commitments of over $10 million.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zfdf863f5-f22b-46df-8950-9a715a31b4e0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/mcrock-co-leads-plus-one-robotics-financingOn April 27, 2021, Plus One Robotics Inc. ("Plus One") announced a US$33 million Series B funding round.Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zd968d47c-da1c-4f07-8ecb-f0ed7754f1ebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/investment-in-innovation-look-at-bc-budget-2021On April 20, 2020, the Government of British Columbia tabled the 2021-2022 provincial budget ("Budget 2021"). Budget 2021 focuses on recovery from the economic harm inflicted on BC by the COVID-19 pandemic, and includes $3.25 billion in COVID-19 recovery spending.Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zead14397-81b4-4033-bab4-1350cea299f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/dejero-announces-successful-recapitalizationOn April 21, 2021, Dejero announced a $60 million minority recapitalization of the business, led by Vertu Capital. Vertu partnered with Ubicom Ventures Ltd., a special purpose investment entity in partnership with Dejero management, to complete the transaction and pave the way for accelerating the company's growth.Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z5b41b771-78c9-48eb-a53a-3eabf9e74320https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/mcrock-participates-in-series-b-funding-roundOn April 20, 2021, Dott (emTransit B.V.) announced the signing of an $85 million Series B funding round comprised of a mix of equity and asset-backed debt financing.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Zd8f30c44-dba2-4704-a004-9e2c3ee190adhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/luminate-capital-partners-makes-investmentOn April 20, 2021, Luminate Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on enterprise software, announced a strategic growth investment in Axonify, a leader in frontline employee training software.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z0f63d17a-57c4-4f55-b0a0-b95813b7887chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2021/business-as-unusualTo better understand the demographics, characteristics, needs and motivations of in-house teams we conducted a survey of GCs and in-house lawyers. Read our overview of the key findings from the survey as we review just how much priorities have shifted since the beginning of 2020.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z9c0b42df-deea-4bb7-8706-bd78133662d6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/data-breach-canadian-courts-taking-harder-lookThe recent Ontario decision in Karasik v. Yahoo! Inc., suggests that while many plaintiffs' lawyers anticipated a future of massive payouts for data breach class actions in Canada, recent court decisions predict a different course.Wed, 14 Apr 2021 18:34:00 Z69ed1043-005e-468b-b1db-3c9649770103https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/12-things-you-didn-t-know-about-electric-vehiclesBeyond transport: find out 12 things you didn't know about electric vehicles.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:39:00 Zd46e976e-62f5-4d24-aade-9164413f38e9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/payfare-completes-initial-public-offeringOn March 19, 2021, Payfare Inc. (TSX: PAY) successfully closed its initial public offering of common shares at a price of $6.00 per common share for total gross proceeds of $65.4 million.Tue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 Z429dd436-eaaa-42db-a6ea-f1f3d88fc138https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2021/federal-government-announces-new-rulesOn March 31, 2021, the Government of Canada unveiled new measures to combat online harms including hate speech.Wed, 31 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z22dc6971-2258-44be-81e2-253f05fd41bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/a-post-covid-reset-for-the-future-of-mobilityHow will the COVID-19 pandemic impact cities and the future of mobility? Giles Clifford explores the potential future.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:40:00 Z7338a4f4-23a7-4774-b5de-3845ebf5e162https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2021/suburban-resurgenceExplore the suburban resurgence in more detail and how this will impact our infrastructure, housing and planning - looking at what this might mean for how we live in the future.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z0a5e0602-acb9-46d3-b92c-4124e56dd85ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/ametek-acquires-crank-softwareOn March 29, 2021, AMETEK, Inc. (NYSE: AME) announced that it had acquired Crank Software Inc.Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z438cdf5f-c6b6-45dd-98a9-14ef196e3e68https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/commercializing-artificial-intelligenceJoin members of Gowling WLG's global Intellectual Property Group as they distill the key considerations that underpin an informed approach to protecting AI-based technology, both at home and abroad.Thu, 25 Mar 2021 20:03:00 Z881409eb-312a-466b-bc4d-5287d5f11c1ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-cenkos-securities-berenbergGowling WLG has advised Cenkos Securities plc and Berenberg as joint bookrunners on XLMedia plc's oversubscribed £24 million placing and subscription.Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zee7c48a2-705b-4443-b592-cdb52d2427d3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2021/plantx-closes-offering-of-unitsOn March 22, 2021, PlantX Life Inc. ("PlantX") (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) (OTCQB: PLTXF) announced that it had completed its oversubscribed public offering of units of the company for gross proceeds of $20,057,903.25, including a partial exercise of the over-allotment option granted to the agents led by Mackie Research Capital Corporation.Mon, 22 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z93ae4e37-f8c4-47f4-9581-4cb8e123e7dfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/legal-considerations-for-e-gaming-in-the-uaeIt is no surprise that e-gaming is thriving and rapidly growing in the UAE, however it is important to be aware of the legal framework and other governing principals when it comes to e-gaming in the country.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:46:00 Zc3d8cccf-e70d-462f-a3ee-75c661ecb105https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/taal-closes-40-million-public-offering-of-unitsOn March 18, 2021, TAAL Distributed Information Technologies Inc. (CSE: TAAL) (FWB: 9SQ1) ("TAAL"), a vertically integrated, blockchain infrastructure and service provider for enterprise, announced that it had closed its previously announced public offering of units. The offering was oversubscribed for aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $40 million.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zbb8566be-093d-421f-8741-15e718b89ba9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/athena-software-acquired-by-social-solutionsOn March 18, 2021, Social Solutions Global, the leading provider of cloud software for nonprofit and public sector social service organizations, announced that it had completed its previously announced acquisition of Athena Software, a leading case management software solution.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z1e6d5a74-2e4b-443b-8c5c-c719186cff20https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/axonify-acquires-digital-learning-platform-mlevelOn March 16, 2021, Axonify, a leader in frontline employee training, headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, announced the acquisition of Atlanta, Georgia-based MLevel, a data-driven digital learning platform. The strategic combination will unite the two leaders and will bring to their collective customers the significant benefits of their complementary capabilities to drive the future of modern learning.Tue, 16 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zbb5a6ca7-ecbe-4f28-97a1-e2f37681515ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/lord-hill-s-recommendations-on-uk-listing-regimeThe UK Listing Review (the Review), chaired by Lord Hill, published its report on the UK listing regime on 3 March 2021.Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:16:00 Zecc35abd-686e-4e7b-945c-e2adb1f9aa3ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/start-as-we-mean-to-go-on-the-tech-budget-2021After a year of economic disruption, the 2021 Spring Budget was eagerly anticipated – not least by the burgeoning UK tech sector, which has achieved record levels of early stage investment over the last year.Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Zf4e81dc8-306f-4df5-adbe-bafc480bb610https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/adcore-announces-graduation-to-tsxOn March 4, 2021, ADCORE Inc. (TSX: ADCO) (FSE: ADQ) announced that it had received final approval to list its common shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX").Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z88a94d91-01a4-4df5-a873-07087cb12aebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/somadetect-secures-series-a-fundingOn March 3, 2021, SomaDetect Inc. and Ag Capital Canada ("ACC") announced that $6 million venture capital financing will be used to accelerate commercialization of the dairy industry's only in-line sensor for milk quality, reproductive status and herd health.Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 Z82137cb1-ed13-49ee-b3a6-bef921569e07https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/what-new-adgm-data-protection-regulations-meanOn 14th February 2021, the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) enacted its new Data Protection Regulations 2021 (the Regulations). These Regulations will come into force and replace the current Data Protection Regulations 2015 regime.Tue, 02 Mar 2021 09:35:00 Za26f2f01-8f2e-4147-8f6b-de4055c97fb5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/data-insight-group-acquired-by-trendlineOn February 25, 2021, Trendline Interactive, a digital messaging consulting and professional services firm headquartered in Austin, Texas, announced the acquisition of Data Insight Group Inc. ("DiG").Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z31155fec-f17d-4bd9-b292-6905729a65adhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-codemasters-on-945m-dealGowling WLG has advised leading video games maker Codemasters on its cash acquisition by Codex Games Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of US video games company, Electronic Arts Inc. ("A).Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:24:00 Z5049d0f7-6f49-44bc-b12d-9ffc2c223280https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/courts-arsenal-to-combat-online-abuseCaplan v. Atas is a recent Ontario Superior Court decision that relies upon the novel tort of "harassment in internet communications".  The case involves a "vile campaign of cyber stalking" and abuse of 150 victims over a period exceeding 20 years. Justice Corbett noted in his decision that the case "illustrates some of the inadequacies in current legal responses to internet defamation and harassment" and highlights "a lack of effective regulation that imperils order in the marketplace of ideas because of the anarchy that can arise from ineffective regulation."Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z3a326fa4-2a47-4d07-8eed-e71a386a007ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/gowling-wlg-advises-on-cordiant-digital-ipoGowling WLG has advised Cordiant Digital Infrastructure Limited on its initial public offering (IPO) which raised gross proceeds of £370 million.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Ze7fdbe27-621a-4d74-83ed-b8704a7dfa1bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/uptake-acquires-shookiotOn February 8, 2021, Uptake announced its acquisition of ShookIOT, a leader in cloud-native data integration and integrity, strengthening its capabilities to accelerate digital transformation in asset-intensive industries.Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Z0bb5a9d3-a594-40e4-b90c-4b01881eb70ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/e2ip-technologies-acquires-serious-integratedIn February 2021, e2ip technologies, a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Smart Surface solutions innovation leader, announced its acquisition of Serious Integrated, Inc.Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Zc65d0e2a-82ab-447d-a705-5dfac9fa1869https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/powering-our-net-zero-futureOn 18 December 2020, the government issued a white paper on energy reform, which marked the third substantial green infrastructure announcement made by the government in almost as many weeks.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:17:00 Zf3e78bbd-f842-40ad-8a1a-d76e702087b9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/cross-border-international-data-privacy-issuesIn many jurisdictions, changes in privacy law were common throughout 2020. This gave rise to new concerns and compliance issues for companies doing business abroad.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Zc9981f0e-4c22-4ebe-ac78-f924a60e4ae1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2021/cyber-security-2021-threatscape-protecting-clientThe continuing global pandemic has led to a heightened risk of familiar types of cyber attacks, as well as an influx of new cyber threats.Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z39245029-4526-422f-9ec1-24fe4fc5c5achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-trade-secrets-6-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end, and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:38:00 Zaa9c2555-b79c-45d9-a184-2f215e7e5d39https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/brexit-and-copyright-6-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end, and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect. For copyright and neighbouring areas of the law, there are some important soundbites for businesses to be aware of – some of which you may already have heard about, while others may be news outside the UK (even for experienced copyright lawyers).Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:38:00 Zd5a0788b-a14d-4384-98a4-3161188396f9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-designs-9-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end. For designs and the law in relation to designs, there are some important soundbites for businesses to be aware of.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:37:00 Z9d8bb56f-169a-4813-af7a-58b363990eeahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/brexit-and-patents-key-things-to-knowOn 31 December 2020, the Brexit transition period comes to an end and significant changes to the law in the UK will take effect.Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:35:00 Z135a3285-12d3-42ec-b317-d64fe4b49251https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/russia-blocking-websites-and-social-networksOn  January 10, 2021, the Federal law N 482-FZ came in force granting Roskomnadzor, the federal oversight service for communications, IT, and mass media, the right to block Internet resources premised upon improper censorship and/or on grounds of discrimination against Russian users or mass media.Tue, 26 Jan 2021 18:46:00 Z04542c1f-f25a-48ee-9887-956f9b0bd344https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/veritas-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn January 26, 2021, Veritas Technologies LLC, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, announced the acquisition of HubStor Inc., headquartered in Kanata, Ontario.Tue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z2bb399dc-b3d6-4935-b89b-012ec74a5617https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/top-5-trademark-considerations-for-cleantechThe growth in global demand for clean technology is creating a more competitive market where the competition for brand recognition has never been fiercer.Thu, 21 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z60750e67-fba3-44d9-b4da-96fc3178830ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2021/the-patent-bar-and-beyondIn the latest podcast in our 'In Conversation with Gowling WLG' series, global intellectual property partner Gordon Harris speaks to the Right Honourable Professor Sir Robin Jacob – a veritable legend of the IP world.Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:20:00 Z3bd76ba4-48e9-4bc9-815a-c7e0a55b9b47https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/integrated-defence-and-security-reviewThe Review will be far broader than previous iterations of it, and indeed has been heralded as the most significant of its kind since the Cold War.  Its aim is to lead to a deep and far-ranging programme of reform.Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:20:00 Ze3d8dffe-08b8-477e-b815-c8fbd3774bf6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2021/electric-vehicles-accelerating-in-bc-and-beyondRecent developments are accelerating the adoption of Electric Vehicles and their associated infrastructure in British Columbia.Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z1855e5e6-c60a-4b59-ad06-271cbba21f42https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/the-real-brokerage-acquires-assets-of-realtycrunchOn January 8, 2021, The Real Brokerage Inc. (TSXV: REAX) (OTCQX: REAXF)( "Real") completed the acquisition of the business assets and intellectual property of RealtyCrunch Inc.Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Zfab92d9f-528b-412b-8535-03243475daf1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/5g-well-connectedThe idea of connectivity has never been more important. Large parts of the global economy have been mothballed, families kept apart and businesses are operating with limited capacity and workforces scattered across multiple locations, making communication with our families, our places of work and our customers more crucial than ever.Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Z84f1a159-c65e-41f1-9b77-c2bd5e9a833ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2021/plantx-acquires-the-locavore-bar-grillOn January 7, 2021, PlantX Life Inc. ("PlantX") (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) (OTCQB: PLTXF) announced that it had completed its acquisition of Score Enterprises Ltd., a privately-held company that operates the Squamish, British Columbia-based Locavore Bar & Grill and other related businesses including the "Cloudburst Café", and "Locavore Food Truck".Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 Zce28f859-09f0-43b9-860f-7994e8f4a608https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/emerge-acquires-trulocalEffective December 31, 2020, EMERGE Commerce Ltd. ("EMERGE") (TSXV: ECOM), a leading acquirer and operator of niche e-commerce brands, closed the acquisition of all the issued and outstanding shares of truLOCAL Inc. for a total purchase price of up to $16.8 million.Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z9001a342-43bd-4d78-a4d6-025eccf9553bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/donuts-acquires-afiliasOn December 29, 2020, US-based Donuts Inc., the global leader in next generation top-level domains (TLDs) and digital identity, announced that it had completed its acquisition of Afilias, Inc.Tue, 29 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z927d04e8-6957-4337-b711-fb453fc973d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2020/looking-forward-to-2021-a-uae-perspective2020 has been a challenging year for all sectors, whilst the pandemic overshadowed much of the year there was much development within the UAE legal landscape.Wed, 23 Dec 2020 09:45:00 Z85f8f609-91fe-4b80-a20f-56d0c2b560d3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2020/season-s-greetings-and-an-ip-new-yearJoin us as we look at recent developments in IP in the MENA region during 2020, and look forward to 2021.Wed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z1982d16e-0bf5-4446-95d7-6c2bec272384https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/top-5-ip-considerations-for-tech-entrepreneursFive key considerations that tech companies should consider particular to the field of intellectual property law.Tue, 22 Dec 2020 15:40:00 Zf7f87c30-c09d-4f27-8c83-e1635d20e499https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-corporate-human-rights-benchmark-key-pointsIn this article, we highlight ways in which the companies included in the Benchmark have been succeeding in their human rights commitments, whilst identifying gaps and challenges that remain.Fri, 18 Dec 2020 14:29:00 Z214fe73f-74dd-4b8f-b215-88d6955a8b67https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/cyber-security-and-autonomous-vehiclesThe arrival of connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs) feels both imminent and far away. Even as we increasingly rely on automation in our daily lives, the idea of self-driving cars that can navigate the chaos of the roads still sounds as fanciful as an episode of The Jetsons or Knight Rider to most people. But there have been significant developments for autonomous vehicle technology—particularly in the last few years—and more clarity on the various degrees of "autonomy" a vehicle may achieve. After years of theoretical discussion, the picture of what a world in which CAVS are the dominant presence on the roads is coming into focus.Fri, 18 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z13f93499-c1bf-46af-9b07-b7a245a3d14ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/plantx-closes-non-brokered-private-placementOn December 16, 2020, PlantX Life Inc. (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) announced the completion of a non-brokered private placement of units of the company for aggregate gross proceeds of $11.5 million.Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z2ab7faed-6202-4104-b48e-a3ccd5c6f4b6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/in-conversation-with-lord-neubergerWhat is it really like to be the UK Supreme Court's leading decision maker, acting on some of the most important intellectual property decisions of recent times? In the latest podcast in our 'In Conversation with Gowling WLG' series, global IP partner Ron Dimock speaks to the Right Honourable Lord Neuberger of Abbotsbury, former President of the United Kingdom Supreme Court.Tue, 15 Dec 2020 14:14:00 Zb4846886-eedb-4d32-8ccf-83e4e762e8f1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/expertus-technologies-acquired-by-ibmOn December 15, 2020, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced that it had acquired Expertus Technologies Inc. ("Expertus"), strengthening IBM's portfolio as an end-to-end digital payments solution provider and advancing its hybrid cloud and AI strategy.Tue, 15 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Zae85d55d-f6bf-49ed-b05a-a1cffa6a994ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-codemasters-on-take-two-dealGowling WLG is advising leading UK video games maker Codemasters Group Holdings plc on a recommended cash and shares takeover offer from Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., the NASDAQ-listed US games publisher based in New York.Sat, 12 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Za76789a8-34fa-4cc3-86a3-48cc0afbf142https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/emerge-closes-reverse-takeover-transactionOn December 8, 2020, Emerge Commerce Ltd. (TSXV: ECOM), formerly Aumento Capital VII Corporation ("Aumento"), a company incorporated under the laws of Ontario, announced the closing of the previously announced three-cornered amalgamation whereby Emerge Commerce Inc. amalgamated with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aumento.Tue, 08 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Zb0fa3bbc-728a-4cde-8d60-eb2121cd199ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/modern-slavery-in-canada-part-8Now that Canada has banned the importation of goods made with forced labour, potential supply chain risks have increased for many Canadian businesses in terms of both probability and severity. As we've seen so often during the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply chains can be extremely challenging to map, to monitor and to manage.Mon, 07 Dec 2020 20:01:00 Z03ee934f-0daa-4625-ab82-5778d1ddf2ffhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/pdftron-acquires-iceni-technologyOn December 2, 2020, PDFTron Systems Inc. announced the acquisition of Iceni Technology Ltd.Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z2faf3266-00c8-4743-ae83-87553f543420https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/luna-innovations-acquires-optasenseOn December 3, 2020, Luna Innovations Incorporated (NASDAQ: LUNA) announced that it had acquired OptaSense Holdings, Ltd., a QinetiQ company (LON: QQ), for £29 million in cash.Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z3e649625-6395-40f8-bc8b-7dc01a57b9cbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/the-real-brokerage-closes-strategic-investmentOn December 2, 2020, The Real Brokerage Inc. (TSXV: REAX) (OTCQX: REAXF) ("Real") closed a US$20 million equity investment by Insight Partners through the purchase of common share purchase warrants of Real as well as preferred equity units issued by a newly-formed US subsidiary of Real, REAL PIPE LLC, which are exchangeable for common shares of Real.Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z67618ecb-b002-49ac-b951-63bbe843a91chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/cleantech-panel-state-of-bc-s-cleantech-sectorThe pandemic has accelerated the development of the green economy, an immense opportunity for businesses to invest and involve themselves in an array of technology and innovation to mitigate climate change. What will be the roles for British Columbian businesses in this global space? What new programs will facilitate the advancement of the sector? How can B.C. most capably develop the sector?Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 Z129ef5ac-36e2-4a11-9759-6a5f472b7e94https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/federal-government-changes-federal-privacy-lawOn November 17, 2020, the Federal Government introduced Bill C-11, which includes the Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA), and the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act (PIDPTA). If adopted, these would introduce substantial changes to the Canadian privacy landscape, repealing the personal information related provisions of the current Federal private sector privacy law, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and replacing it with a new privacy and data legal framework.Fri, 27 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Zb5506497-fe6e-459e-8715-f3e7afe2b0c8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/business-and-human-rights-mandatory-due-diligenceBusinesses must prepare for mandatory human rights due diligence requirements in an increasing number of countries. Our experts discuss the UN and EU's latest initiatives in this area.Fri, 27 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z9ef3b53c-36a4-4b77-bd73-678dc3161e25https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/top-5-legal-considerations-for-tech-entrepreneurAs an entrepreneur trying to get your business off the ground, there are many factors to think about and the legal "stuff" may easily be forgotten. In this article, we touch on the top 5 considerations entrepreneurs need to think about when starting out.Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z966d940b-5735-434e-b03d-65d8948c3133https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/ip-strategies-for-data-and-artificial-intelligenceThere will be winners and losers. Matt Hervey looks at best practices for protecting investments in AI and unlocking the value in data.Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:03:00 Z7d2014f2-4953-49e3-b1f0-1e8a116138f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-getinge-on-quadralene-dealGowling WLG has acted for Getinge on its acquisition of 100% of the shares of Quadralene, a global manufacturer of decontamination products for the health care and dental sector for an initial £17 million, plus contingent deferred consideration up to £ 2.3 million.Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z27704001-3170-4a6e-831b-b9a1e18c8415https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/developments-in-ip-tech-and-privacyIntellectual property, technology, and data privacy are at the heart of many business’ operations and success. Legal cases and developments in these areas can have wide-ranging effects.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z2635ba74-44be-4943-b68c-e812eb41d6c1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-eleven-mycujoo-acquisitionOn November 9, 2020, ELEVEN SPORTS, the award-winning sports media provider, announced the acquisition of MyCujoo.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z741bfcca-0191-4ed9-b634-323dc4da4b2chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/plantx-acquires-bloombox-club-ukOn November 6, 2020, PlantX Life Inc. ("PlantX") (CSE: VEGA) (Frankfurt: WNT1) announced that it had completed its previously announced acquisition of Bloomboxclub Limited ("Bloombox Club UK"). PlantX paid a purchase price of £8 million that was satisfied by a combination of cash and common shares in the capital of the company.Fri, 06 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Za4f12c07-3379-4e9b-885b-f7d0f785abc1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/alibaba-group-completes-strategic-investmentOn November 5, 2020, PopReach Corporation (TSXV: POPR) (OTCQX: POPRF) announced that it had closed the previously-announced $5 million strategic investment by New Insight Incentive Plan Company.Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:00:00 Z05d3f947-8fb4-4fbd-9f5d-b4204fbe0eebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/taking-charge-after-a-cyber-attackThe potential for a cyber attack is an ongoing concern for all companies. Despite implementing the strictest measures, an organization can still find itself the victim of a security breach. Know what steps to take after a suspected or actual attack or breach, the role of counsel and other expert service providers, and the best approach to obtain or contract for these external services and to manage crisis communications.Fri, 30 Oct 2020 19:34:00 Zadae3f23-00c7-4856-af46-d146d9d3774dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/spothero-completes-acquisition-of-rover-parkingOn October 30, 2020, SpotHero, Inc., the digital parking leader in North America, completed its previously announced acquisition of Rover Parking, a leading consumer parking app in Canada. This acquisition accelerates SpotHero's market leadership position in North America, helping the company gain access to thousands of parking locations across Canada.Fri, 30 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Ze813d9e5-926f-4517-b0c3-b2038ac9b3achttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/acto-acquires-cohealthOn October 29, 2020, ACTO Technologies Inc. ("ACTO"), the omnichannel education and engagement platform for life sciences, announced its acquisition of CoHealth, a mobile application that provides trusted resources for patients and caregivers.Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z928ab52a-103d-4f98-82ef-0302cc6c7d5chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/mitigating-cloud-risksWhat are the risks of relying on cloud services? Jocelyn Paulley discusses risks when contracting for cloud services and how to mitigate them.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 11:40:00 Zd5cb4666-3283-4ac7-8842-e05109e388cdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/kraken-robotics-closes-bought-deal-financingOn October 26, 2020, Kraken Robotics Inc. (TSXV: PNG) (OTCQB: KRKNF)announced that it had closed its previously announced “bought deal” short form prospectus offering of common shares of the company for gross proceeds of $10,385,000, inclusive of the partial exercise of the over-allotment option.Mon, 26 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zca5543ef-bae4-4ee6-9a0c-fc75cf278987https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/geeq-secures-financingOn October 23, 2020, Geeq Corporation announced the close of its equity funding round led by Impact Venture Capital. Geeq is Impact Venture Capital's first blockchain portfolio company.Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z7c863006-d94e-4a8d-a990-435c1d4e8717https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/blowing-away-the-competition-ip-at-dysonHave you ever wondered what it is really like to be in charge of Intellectual property at a huge IP based business Dyson?Tue, 20 Oct 2020 08:18:00 Z63a73145-2302-4597-af77-a3848d929c24https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/the-employment-lifecycle-smcr-employment-issuesWe shine a light on the SMCR issues that can arise during the employment relationship.Fri, 16 Oct 2020 10:50:00 Za592e132-843f-4b0e-8043-a003109c8849https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/praemo-secures-4-5-million-in-new-fundingOn October 9, 2020, McRock iNFund LP, an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) venture capital fund managed by McRock Capital, announced that it had increased its investment in Kitchener-based Praemo Inc., an innovative prescriptive analytics company that provides AI-based solutions for industrial operations.Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Zddaee909-7ae8-49cd-9796-6b9e33f455f7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/jumpstart-establishing-a-business-in-the-uaeAs the UAE looks to kick start the economy we are launching 'JUMPSTART', JUMPSTART is a series which will be focussed on the key legal considerations for start-ups looking to establish themselves in the UAE.Thu, 08 Oct 2020 14:57:00 Zac5bc407-0841-4d5d-b5cb-c04d187ed26ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/successful-5g-implementationSuccessful 5G implementation is the first in a series of four ThinkHouse IT Masterclass webinars.Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z20ae586f-bfa0-4998-937f-9254874e527bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/varicent-acquires-funnelcakeOn October 6, 2020, Varicent announced that it had acquired the FunnelCake solution for the strategic expansion of Varicent's sales performance management product line.Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z059bb087-b559-4d20-9984-561231444386https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/pandell-acquires-petronet-systemsOn October 5, 2020, Pandell Technology Corporation, a pioneer of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions to the energy industry, announced that PetroNet production accounting software had joined Pandell's comprehensive back-office software suite.Mon, 05 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z247d6593-776f-41d4-b780-59bf99cd3b5fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/cci-wireless-acquired-by-xplornetOn October 1, 2020, Xplornet Communications Inc., Canada's largest rural-focused broadband service provider, closed the acquisition of Corridor Communications Inc., which operates CCI Wireless. Based in Calgary, Alberta, CCI Wireless provides broadband solutions to rural homes in Alberta, along with enterprise clients across western Canada.Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 Z5fd2b43f-a262-4d77-85fa-9f3ec337af4ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-zzoomm-group-on-investmentInternational law firm Gowling WLG has advised Zzoomm Group Limited on the equity investment by a new Luxembourg-incorporated company set up by funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. (Oaktree), of up to £100 millionWed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z844ca135-2625-4679-9254-a96f1a2b5728https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/uberall-acquires-sweetiqOn September 29, 2020, Uberall GmbH, a global SaaS provider headquartered in Berlin, announced that it had been selected by Gannett Co., Inc. and its digital marketing subsidiary ReachLocal to become their premier provider of presence management solutionsTue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z40e64f93-5bd6-40a4-8e67-d2b5c29647f3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/how-is-ai-s-rapid-development-influencing-ipHow is the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) influencing the evolution of IP protection, and is it the technology itself, or the philosophical issues of authorship at the heart of change in the sector?Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:48:00 Zc68d512a-f014-485e-9474-60a83bbe060chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/e-commerce-in-the-uae-part-fourLogistics and supply chain management can be considered the backbone of e-commerce and essential for any retailer moving over to or further developing an e-commerce business. In this article we explore the key logistics considerations for an e-commerce business.Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z5815f0e7-9040-4594-a534-44205e698fb9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/pdp-journals-data-protection-contractsRocio de la Cruz from our Data Protection team recently wrote an article for PDP Journals explaining what needs to be included in the various types of data protection contracts.Fri, 18 Sep 2020 10:26:00 Z36b67492-a13e-4273-a28d-e64062385470https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/pamlico-capital-completes-growth-investmentOn September 16, 2020, Pamlico Capital ("Pamlico") and the management team of ISAAC Instruments Inc. ("ISAAC" or the "Company") announced that Pamlico had completed a growth investment in the Company. Co-founders Jacques DeLarochellière, David Brillon and Jean-Sébastien Bouchard will maintain significant ownership in ISAAC and will continue to manage the growth of the Company alongside its current management team.Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z65c9f8a6-5734-4d2e-b406-6246e60ff914https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/future-ai-regulation-in-russiaA new experimental legal regime for the development of artificial intelligence (AI) projects is unfolding in Moscow and subsequently throughout Russia.Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:50:00 Z7c0d0199-92b6-4586-9fe9-644f6b0bd39ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/climate-change-impact-on-financial-servicesWith so many developments and momentum more generally in this area of ESG, it's a timely point to consider why climate change is such an important issue for those involved in in the financial sector.Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:47:00 Z53b87b66-9511-47f0-8d8f-899836110f98https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/acto-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn September 10, 2020, Toronto-based ACTO Technologies Inc. ("ACTO"), the leading omnichannel education and engagement platform for life sciences, announced its acquisition of Minneapolis-based Scrimmage, a pioneering mobile learning provider.Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Zbda0bffa-e925-46c1-8f45-66eb1c765325https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/lifted-innovations-completes-rtoOn September 8, 2020, Lifted Innovations Inc. ("Lifted") completed a going public transaction which resulted in a reverse takeover of Kootenay Zinc Corp. ("Kootenay").Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Ze6634ccb-2754-45aa-9c2b-016453fa92c8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/a-new-russian-digital-assets-lawOn July 31, 2020, Russian Federation President Vladimir Putin signed the Law on Digital Financial Assets and Digital Currency. It comes into force in January 2021.Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z6b17f38b-3a70-46b7-9963-cd02c92aa65fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/compusense-acquired-by-vela-softwareOn September 1, 2020, Compusense Inc., an industry leader in consumer and sensory testing, was acquired by Tecplot, an operating company of Vela Software International, Inc.Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 Z0805502b-1f64-4acd-892f-bd66e1aa0c8ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2020/cleantech-protecting-ipUnderstanding how IP works and taking important steps early are crucial for your long-term success as a Canadian cleantech company. Roch Ripley, Head of the Gowling WLG IP Group in Vancouver, is here to walk you through three things Canadian cleantech companies should know to protect your company’s IP portfolio.Mon, 31 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Zbce4ec72-ccb7-43af-ba40-f8e0e362f5f0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/facial-recognition-r-bridges-v-cc-south-walesWe have identified four general principles that any organisation wanting to use facial recognition technology should consider following this judgment.:Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Zac29228a-6189-4327-975c-78dfa2b3651ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/northpond-ventures-co-leads-financing-roundOn August 27, 2020, Triumvira Immunologics Inc. successfully completed a US$55 million Series A financing round. The financing was co-led by Northpond Ventures, LLC and Leaps by Bayer, the impact investment unit of Bayer AG. Additional investors include Oceanpine Capital and Viva Biotech Holdings, and existing investors include Bloom Burton & Co. and the Centre for Commercialization of Cancer Immunotherapy (C3i).Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Za23f41b2-3272-41dc-8884-c578e1af3fc1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/acto-technologies-closes-series-a-roundOn August 27, 2020, ACTO Technologies Inc., the omnichannel education and engagement platform for life sciences, announced the closing of a $11.5 million Series A round led by Resolve Growth Partners, a Baltimore-based growth equity firm focused on software entrepreneurs. The round also included strategic funding from new investor Salesforce Ventures, as well as follow-on investment from existing investor Panache Ventures.Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Z11deb082-afd1-4121-ac58-d2ebf637223ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/e-commerce-in-the-uae-part-threeWhatever the circumstances, it is important for both new and existing businesses to consider the intellectual property ("IP") aspects which may arise, as they look to take advantage of this e-commerce boom.Tue, 25 Aug 2020 10:52:00 Z91072dc6-cb81-4c18-a2bd-98e3f34e9c71https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/modern-slavery-in-canada-part-sixIn a much overlooked but certain to be impactful provision of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which came into force on July 1, 2020, Canada agreed to impose a prohibition on the importation of goods that are produced in whole or in part by modern slavery - an umbrella term that encompasses forced or compulsory labour, child labour and human trafficking.Fri, 21 Aug 2020 17:49:00 Zfd589a73-41e9-4cbf-a71b-6e8846f3b64ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/e-commerce-in-the-uae-part-twoIn this article, Suhail Mirza and Simon Elliott discusses establishing an e-commerce business in the UAE.Thu, 13 Aug 2020 14:30:00 Z65d5e540-c054-4233-a2ea-d1b7ca40330ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-impacts-on-ip-activity-in-the-courtsIn the UK, COVID-19 is leading to unprecedented adaption by the courts and the UK IPO to audio and video platforms, to enable normal business to continue as far as possible. New rules, guidance and practice seek to maintain access to justice for litigants and the public nature of hearings, including in intellectual property disputes, as Lydia Birch and Kate Hawkins explain.Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:21:00 Z2aec683d-904e-4657-b474-4025aeb7181ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/fortai-secures-1-million-investmentOn August 6, 2020, The Sudbury Catalyst Fund, a $5 million seed capital co-investment fund based in the City of Greater Sudbury, announced the closing of its first investment of $250,000 in FORTAI, a Sudbury-based startup.Thu, 06 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Z23c115cc-b85b-4d3c-bfe1-a330448266afhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/newark-venture-partners-seed-funding-roundOn August 5, 2020, Toronto-based FleetOps raised $6 million in seed funding. The round was co-led by Inspired Capital and Resolute Ventures, along with Hike Ventures, Basecamp Fund, Newark Venture Partners, BCF Ventures, Panache Ventures and Brian Thomas.Wed, 05 Aug 2020 00:00:00 Z91f5c0c5-3a02-40b5-9b3a-a0a8d90b60d2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/key-covid-19-considerations-for-your-businessThis document provides the latest updates on four key areas - contracts, employment, insolvency & director duties and government economic support - across multiple jurisdictions.Tue, 04 Aug 2020 17:52:00 Z43249bf6-7722-418e-904a-f36f81eeb356https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/strategies-for-patent-litigation-claimants-viewIn the sixth and seventh episodes in our series, 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea', Gowling WLG's IP professionals from around the world examine patent litigation strategy in the early stages.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z6e992730-5dd1-495e-8b2b-19dacec7bba5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/uk-merger-control-part-twoFurther to the UK government's recent addition of a new public interest criterion under the UK merger control regime, further revisions to the regime have now been enacted.Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z9096b850-01c6-4cff-bda7-ce4920a54b8ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/e-commerce-in-the-uae-part-oneCovid-19 and global lockdown scenarios have inevitably changed the way we look at shopping generally; and specifically, the way we shop. In fact, it has changed the consumer experience and expectations entirely.Wed, 22 Jul 2020 10:09:00 Zd1456635-546e-477b-abe7-138e4e5d6682https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/authorities-step-up-cyber-awareness-efforts-for-coThe explosion of cyber attacks and online fraud enabled by COVID-19 and the rapid (and, in some cases, haphazard) deployment of a global remote work force have pushed agencies responsible for consumer and citizen protection into higher gear.Fri, 17 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Zb6f30d4e-6c94-4a57-9c47-a2a0d81b99fahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/uk-merger-control-key-legal-considerationsWhen planning a transaction, it is increasingly important for parties to consider fully the potential application of merger control regimes worldwide.Tue, 14 Jul 2020 14:46:00 Z2b4ffc85-a8ac-4872-b20e-1ba661746481https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/mobilexpress-sells-15-equity-stakeOn July 7, 2020, fintech company Mobilexpress of Istanbul, Turkey, completed the sale of a 15% equity stake in the company to Collective Spark Fund B.V., a limited liability company under the laws of the Netherlands with an office in Istanbul. The initial consideration was US$2 millionTue, 07 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Za37ee858-2266-4a2d-a080-1e15ca8faaadhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/supply-contracts-under-the-new-cigaSupply contracts typically contain terms that allow suppliers to terminate their customer relationship on the customer's insolvency.Thu, 02 Jul 2020 08:44:00 Zfae2bd96-7534-41b5-9f8b-932d04bc5b02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/patent-strategies-tech-engineeringPatenting an invention is a complex undertaking across all sectors – but there are particular issues that organizations operating in the tech and engineering fields need to contemplate as part of their global patent strategy.Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 Z9efbb5e3-aeb4-4379-8242-823574e9bdf8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/north-inc-acquired-by-google-in-cross-border-dealOn June 30, 2020, North Inc., a pioneer in human-computer interfaces and smart glasses, announced that it had been acquired by Google. Financial terms were not disclosed.Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z1fa4472a-45a9-407e-b39f-daedcfe62236https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/upheaval-for-patent-law-of-sufficiency-from-the-ukThe UK Supreme Court (UKSC) has handed down its judgment in patent dispute Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc v Kymab Ltd ([2020] UKSC 27 (24 June 2020), making key rulings for the law of 'sufficiency'.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z09a98ec8-3e10-4c61-b7a0-9660811e593chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/uk-merger-control-and-government-interventionThe UK government recently made and proposed revisions to the UK merger control regime, which are intended to increase its ability to intervene in transactions and investments affecting certain aspects of the UK economy.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z5b54c3db-93a6-406b-9063-549ed647a950https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/patent-strategy-optimizing-life-sciences-patentsThird on-demand webinar in our 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea' series exploring the scope of patent protection across jurisdictions.Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Zac135b6b-3a13-4f57-aee9-a04d1a1c2a50https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/china-dreamwriter-caseIn recent years, with the development of science and technology, artificial intelligence ("AI") seems to have changed all aspects of people's daily lives.Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z39bf7921-9f4e-4580-a025-de6d0e054c1fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/digital-canton-fair-2020This article looks at how a digital Canton Fair will work in practice and, more importantly, how it could impact the strategy for companies who might need to enforce their IP.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 15:46:00 Z0906d30f-d3c3-488e-ad0c-2144cb038432https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/navigating-business-digitalisationDavey Brennan and Alex Brodie, partners and co-chairs of our global Tech team, recently acted as contributing editors of International Comparative Legal Guides' 2020 Digital Business publication.Wed, 10 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z1768e04b-d84a-45ae-ba43-0d6fade9b92fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/cra-guidance-tax-issues-from-travel-restrictionsAs a consequence of COVID-19, governments and businesses around the world have introduced travel restrictions to protect their citizens and employees.Tue, 09 Jun 2020 12:00:00 Zaa0ea6a6-f291-4cc2-8e75-b060cf404a82https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/trade-secrets-international-protectionThe second webinar in our 'Lifecycle of a Smart Idea' series, taking a closer look at protecting trade secrets.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z00f3682f-971b-46a8-844a-a55a9e264768https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/yroo-inc-completes-rights-offeringOn June 5, 2020, Yroo Inc. successfully completed a rights offering by way of private placement for total proceeds of US$1.4 million.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z40f81d9e-a7bc-48c2-9d71-bae865518303https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/real-brokerage-closes-qualifying-transactionOn June 5, 2020, The Real Brokerage Inc. closed its previously announced Qualifying Transaction, as such term is defined under Policy 2.4 – Capital Pool Companies of the TSX Venture Exchange, consisting of the acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding securities of Real Technology Broker Ltd.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Zddf9162e-436b-4956-a222-8f2fefb4641ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/strategic-innovation-for-b-c-technology-companiesIn May 2020, the Government of British Columbia published two reports emphasizing the importance of innovation and intellectual property to the future prosperity of BC: the Final Report of the Emerging Economy Task Force, and the final report of outgoing BC Innovation Commissioner Alan Winter.Fri, 05 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z33fa1769-8b5e-4e26-937b-2a174d304446https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/mcrock-fund-ii-reaches-112-millionOn June 4, 2020, McRock Capital held a subsequent close on its latest venture capital fund, McRock Fund II LP, dedicated to investing in the global trend around the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT).Thu, 04 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z97c2aafc-0c8b-4427-9020-e7c3a4e434d6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/protection-of-secrets-in-patent-infringementThe need to strengthen procedural protection of trade secrets in patent infringement proceedings has recently taken shape. Speech is silver, but silence is golden.Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 Z8e214fce-9a70-4074-a577-379d07c0a52chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/invixium-raises-3-million-in-series-b-financingOn May 28, 2020, Invixium Inc., a biometric security products manufacturer that focuses on access control and workforce digitalization technology, closed a $3 million Series B financing. The funding was raised from Export Development Canada (EDC), as well as existing investors McRock Capital, BDC Capital, and Connecticut Innovations.Thu, 28 May 2020 00:00:00 Zb17f3f02-7129-456d-aac1-b7a14519fc7ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/inductiv-acquired-by-appleOn May 27, 2020, Bloomberg reported that Apple Inc. had purchased machine-learning startup Inductiv Inc., adding to more than a dozen AI-related acquisitions by Apple in the last few years.Wed, 27 May 2020 00:00:00 Z4d634cf3-bc01-48c1-8eab-bef376e558fdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/beis-advised-on-major-clean-growth-investment-fundGowling WLG has advised the BEIS, in partnership with CCLA, to establish a new £40 million Clean Growth Fund aiming to invest in the country's most promising early stage clean growth ventures.Wed, 27 May 2020 00:00:00 Z93bf8615-9f4b-415e-8f46-c9ce38a12ed1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/resource-hub-relief-for-start-ups-pre-revenue-cThese are trying times for businesses across the globe, but perhaps the hardest hit are the fledging new and emerging companies that were already fighting an uphill battle pre-COVID-19. There are programs, relief and funding available at both the federal and provincial level. To assist businesses in this space, we have prepared this comprehensive resource for start-ups and entrepreneurs to help summarize the sources of relief available.Tue, 26 May 2020 00:00:00 Z71fa5bd2-7f56-49f8-b827-985a8cd1867fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/raising-private-capital-challenging-circumstancesWhile provinces are in the first phase of reopening, many startups are determining the impact of COVID-19 on their business operations and what the "new normal" may look like. For many founders and entrepreneurs the pandemic has lead to the possibility of declining revenues and increased costs which result in an even greater challenge to obtain early stage funding for their innovative businesses.Mon, 25 May 2020 00:00:00 Z82bc7159-99cd-43bf-a806-5fb65db782e9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/mcrock-capital-leads-us10-million-financingOn May 20, 2020, McRock Fund II LP, the latest Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) venture capital fund managed by McRock Capital, announced that it had led the US$10 million financing in Texas-based ThoughtTrace, Inc. The round included investments from Chevron Technology Ventures and existing investor Altira Group.Wed, 20 May 2020 00:00:00 Z77dec4a4-4563-4032-9b34-f088f18cc14chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/managing-your-vr-ar-ip-during-covid-19Webinar on managing your Virtual reality and augmented reality IP Portfolios during the COVID-19 Pandemic.Wed, 20 May 2020 00:00:00 Z3c7aa538-686d-44c4-a748-27e57f250851https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/will-covid-19-usher-a-new-normal-for-pensionsWill COVID-19 usher in a 'new normal' in pensions? Or will it accelerate trends that were already evident before the crisis?Wed, 20 May 2020 00:00:00 Zeeda658e-b02f-4114-981c-18eca7aa8795https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-difc-data-protection-law-2020-part-threeUndefined capitalised terms in this article have the same definitions as provided in the first and second articles of this series.Sun, 17 May 2020 00:00:00 Ze8c0c318-4b26-4ab2-9682-5f10c67a3e54https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/to-patent-or-keep-secretGiven the frenetic pace of today's innovation lifecycle, do patents always afford the best protection of proprietary inventions?Thu, 14 May 2020 00:00:00 Z06659dbd-b5c6-4129-aca4-a509930c7c30https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/six-months-to-claim-millions-in-duty-refundsThe COVID-19 pandemic is leading legal teams to consider innovative ways of delivering cost savings and increasing revenues. Free Trade Agreements ("FTAs") may be an unexpected source of cash for UK exporters.Tue, 12 May 2020 15:49:00 Z707b0b12-0b3e-4252-aec6-7af899e192d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-difc-data-protection-law-2020-part-twoDIFC-based companies now need practical advice on how their organisations should manage the Personal Data they Process as part of their business operations.Mon, 11 May 2020 10:25:00 Z3058e29e-1060-4b92-a57a-e8fc67be77f0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-cccs-curates-cyber-security-resourcesThe CCCS has responded to the COVID-19 crisis by marshaling new and existing cyber security insights into two curated portal sites: one aimed at the needs of research and development organizations, and another aimed more generally at Canadians and Canadian business.Mon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 Za2d60a6f-e717-4d32-9e86-53181f9f7a3ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-difc-data-protection-law-2020-part-oneOrganisations operating within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) will be legally obligated to comply with the Data Protection Law 2020 ("DPL 2020") by October of this year (2020). We've put together a three part series to help you prepare for and navigate these changes.Wed, 06 May 2020 10:04:00 Zd36b45e5-5d4f-475a-b97d-95c93ef5e4e0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/wayside-technology-group-makes-acquisitionOn May 1, 2020, Wayside Technology Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSTG), an IT channel company providing innovative sales and distribution solutions, completed its acquisition of Interwork Technologies Inc. from FirePower Equity Inc.Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 Zadf053c3-0ab4-43e6-9339-d1d9c4983d0dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2020/managing-cleantech-ip-in-a-challenging-economyIn celebration of World Intellectual Property Day and this year's "Innovate for a Green Future" theme, Gowling WLG partners Brian Lee and Roch Ripley hosted a webinar exploring the major opportunities and challenges that surround the protection of clean technologies in Canada.Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 Zdf0833ae-9d58-4ef3-9845-b5137ec88670https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/use-of-third-party-brands-in-advertisingThis article gives an overview of the rights under registered trademark law, passing off and advertising regulations that brand owners can enforce if a third party is using their brand without permission in advertising.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:31:00 Z85d67186-c26f-4da5-8053-9960d2468c5bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-manage-vr-ar-ip-portfolioFor VR/AR companies, spending money on intellectual property is often an investment for the future. In contrast, during the current COVID-19 public health crisis, our attention naturally turns to the present.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zb840cc21-034d-4b5a-a08b-066d32d20f3ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/bdc-launches-bridge-financing-programAs the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to be felt worldwide, many Canadian technology companies are facing unprecedented challenges posed by business interruptions, ongoing operating costs and expenses, and liquidity concerns. In response, BDC Capital, the investment arm of Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), has recently launched the BDC Capital Bridge Financing Program, to maintain and protect the growth of the Canadian venture capital sector.Wed, 29 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zbdc7acb6-6d4a-41e6-94e2-ea2779568c6chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/federal-government-support-tech-companiesAs the impact of the novel coronavirus continues to be felt worldwide, many Canadian technology companies, especially pre-revenue startups, are facing unprecedented challenges posed by business interruptions, ongoing costs and operating expenses.Thu, 23 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z011ab19a-bd9c-46c6-90af-6f9d80dbe73fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/modern-slavery-in-canada-part-fourFrom the first mile to the last, the coronavirus pandemic has devastatingly and irrevocably disrupted so many global supply chains that support and fuel businesses around the world.Mon, 20 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z429538b8-4f27-4670-816f-7e4306efef0ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/privacy-in-a-pandemic-privacy-laws-matterThe COVID-19 pandemic has led to unprecedented social and economic responses across Canada and globally. Such responses implicate, but do not override, Canadian privacy laws. In fact, attention to privacy laws may be more important than ever in light of businesses shifting to online and remote delivery models and questions around public surveillance in light of this global occurrence.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:57:00 Zd5ec3efd-6953-47e8-b71a-ee924c4924fahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-quarantine-act-and-big-dataDespite the novelty of the coronavirus, pandemics are far from a new phenomenon. Even our forefathers had quarantines on their mind. The federal government derives its quarantine powers from the Constitution Act, 1867. Section 91(11) of the Constitution Act provides that quarantine powers are within the exclusive purview of the Parliament of Canada.  While healthcare is administered by the provinces, the federal government maintains some jurisdiction over health in national emergencies through the "peace, order and good government" clause embedded in section 91.Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:57:00 Ze3dbb49f-344d-4eb8-8531-fa898b136e74https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/birket-foster-becomes-sole-owner-of-storm-internetOn April 10, 2020, Christie & Walther Communications Limited sold its interest in Storm Internet Services to Birket Foster, a local technology entrepreneur long associated with the internet service provider.Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Z8bc35317-d461-4d6d-9f56-00974c498356https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/the-protection-of-legal-privilege-electronic-dataEvery day in Canada, police forces, the CRA and other investigative agencies seize huge amounts of data in the course of their investigations.Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:19:00 Z306385dc-9736-4f48-b3ad-9f1ca56d6fb3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/trade-secrets-directive-has-not-changedSince the implementation of the Trade Secrets Directive in 2018, there has been a question in the UK about the extent to which the protection for confidential information provided by the common law has been impacted.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 13:42:00 Z6a4c13e5-f188-4cee-a4dd-fbb5c84f7a61https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-processing-personal-dataGovernment, public, and private organisations are urgently taking measures to contain and mitigate the virus, some of which have implications on the processing of personal data.Fri, 03 Apr 2020 00:00:00 Zd5788024-9233-48e4-b8c5-6f9abcc88a47https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-and-uk-merger-controlAlthough many companies have put their 'pre-crisis' acquisition plans on hold, the fallout from the current outbreak is likely to present certain companies with opportunities to acquire distressed firms, or the assets of such firms.Wed, 01 Apr 2020 10:01:00 Z82201270-0dc1-4db7-9617-a8daf029db90https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-coronavirus-job-retention-scheme-detailWhen reading the HMRC Guidance it is important to remember that the guidance is for what employers can claim via the Scheme not guidance on employee rights. Here we look at the key points of guidance and highlight some of the employment law issues raised as a result.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:42:00 Zc0acf6e5-0a6e-4906-ab95-23b0231cc174https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-uk-holiday-leave-permissible-carry-overOn 27 March the Government amended the Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR) to allow carry forward of up to four weeks accrued holiday leave.Fri, 27 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z25ad922a-9cd7-4e29-8fac-1c1f5ed05e7dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/cyber-insurance-covid-19-landscapeRemote working requires, among other things, equipping employees with the ability to connect to company servers from home.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Zaca6c2c5-02e3-4d09-91ac-40f9872aab96https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-coronavirus-job-retention-schemeWe look at how the 'Job Retention Scheme' proposed by Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, will affect employers and employees.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:10:00 Z67781ece-1488-4fca-b480-d9a85b10cf02https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/german-constitutional-court-delays-upcIn Germany, the Federal Constitutional Court (Bundesverfassungsgericht) has held that the statute by which the German Parliament (Bundestag) sought to ratify the UPC Agreement (the 'Act of Approval') is void.Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z78b35481-1b31-4f38-a073-95ccec38e072https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-raises-cyber-security-risksThe global pandemic has forced millions of employees to work from home, all with relatively little training or preparation for those are unused to doing so.Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:10:00 Z8498819c-d211-4d7f-b5bb-0f9593ecf2a4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/lco-recommends-new-regime-for-online-defamationThe Law Commission of Ontario's multi-year and multi-jurisdictional project to update defamation for the digital age has culminated in the release of a Final Report proposing not only a new defamation statute but also an entirely new dispute resolution regime dedicated to tackling the problem of online defamation.Wed, 18 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Zfe50229f-b2c7-42ea-9511-44eba63ff76ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/going-remote-due-to-covid-19The spread of COVID-19 and social distancing are nudging many employers to transition to full or close-to-full remote workforces at lightening speed. Technology is a necessary connector, especially in these times, and there are issues for organizations to consider for their tech contracts.Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z952a32cd-8362-476f-a4f4-0abf56f81d13https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/covid-19-shareholder-meetings-during-a-pandemicCanadian public companies are faced with the question of how to legally hold their shareholder meetings in a manner that minimizes health risks for participants.Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z77bb0883-9909-4566-afa7-3783937bea36https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/russia-s-foreign-agent-law-applies-to-individualsThe Russian government has recently passed a new foreign agent law, in effect immediately as of December 2019, that prescribes the status of the 'foreign media performing the functions of a foreign agent' to individuals.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z0d9f8c56-23e9-4eee-b0e8-5ad6cba5beddhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/ai-experimental-legal-framework-startups-moscowA new draft bill, popularly backed by Russia's IT community, was introduced in the Russian State Duma in early 2020 on implementing an experimental legal framework in Moscow for the development of artificial intelligence (AI) projects.Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z1170a683-0300-4df7-8fc8-ecd76ce637f7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/gowling-wlg-advises-mashreq-bankGowling WLG's has advised Mashreqbank PSC and collaborated with the DIFCA on the MEASA region's first KYC blockchain data-sharing platform.Thu, 05 Mar 2020 00:00:00 Z018b0ee9-4703-4dd4-8a1c-755fcea97445https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/how-to-restart-business-operations-china-covid-19Since end of January 2020, the rapid outbreak of COVID-19 and implementation by the Chinese authorities of epidemic control measures to the highest degree have caused havoc in people's daily lives, consumer spending, business and manufacturing operations, supply chains and logistics. This crisis causes major disruptions in China's economy, with ripple effects in the rest of the world.Thu, 27 Feb 2020 12:32:00 Z889e69ff-1f91-4d7a-be2e-89863cecafbdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/russia-s-new-law-on-crowdfunding-explainedA new law that regulates crowdfunding came into force at the beginning of 2020 in Russia. The Law on Crowdfunding (also known as the Law on Raising Capital) has now come into force, clarifying the use of investment platforms and introducing amendments to certain acts.Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Zceafb996-a581-4fb5-8f72-09dabc3c670fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/digital-transformation-in-the-health-industryAs the health industry migrates from paper-based to electronic clinical records, the risks associated with the collection, use and disclosure of personal health information changes.Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z2ec2d028-9547-43de-8d4b-f28406424a51https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2020/accelerating-business-with-jordan-furlongAs technology continues to disrupt the legal world, many in the legal industry remain stubbornly defiant.Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z231d89b7-0ac7-46ba-914b-c5c642798750https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/using-e-signatures-on-finance-transactionsOur Banking & Finance experts examine the issues that might arise in practice when assessing the use and impact of electronic signatures on finance transactions.Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z55939b81-5284-4aeb-b30e-c6dec3f4503dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/competition-bureau-flexes-muscles-privacy-sphereCanada's Competition Bureau is signalling its intention to police privacy laws as breaches of the Competition Act.Fri, 14 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z6b383dc6-7126-473b-b702-77360d41af1chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/even-matchup-gaming-acquired-by-new-wave-esportsOn Feb. 10, 2020, New Wave Esports Corp. ("NWES") announced it had completed the acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding shares of Even Matchup Gaming Inc. ("EMG") not previously held by NWES. New Wave Esports previously held an 18% stake in EMG, an esports events production and broadcast company based in Toronto, Ontario.Mon, 10 Feb 2020 00:00:00 Z799890c0-060e-4ad2-a97e-5f56183ab123https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/sky-plc-v-skykickToday Europe's highest court, the CJEU, has handed down its much-anticipated judgment in one of the most important referrals in EU trademark law over the last few years.Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Ze9402184-c455-4111-924d-779023e6d123https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/alectra-via-util-assist-invests-in-grid4cOn January 28, 2020, Grid4C, a worldwide leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning solutions for the energy industry, announced that Util-Assist Inc., a leading professional services and managed services company to North American utilities, had invested US$5 million in Grid4C.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 21:03:00 Zd6349fee-f17a-4fb9-a578-0f713569a166https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/modern-slavery-in-canada-part-threeIn past years, modern slavery and other human rights issues have not been a critical focus of Canadian boards of directors. That's beginning to change. Underpinned by a renewed focus on stakeholder interests, such issues are increasingly becoming critical agenda items for Canadian boards of directors who have come to recognize their potential impact on the long-term performance and value of their businesses -- both from the perspective of risk oversight and value creation.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 15:21:00 Z788fe965-13e8-483d-a230-07baedc1600dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2020/miovision-attracts-120-million-in-fundingOn Jan. 28, 2020, Miovision Technologies Inc announced that it had completed a $120 million minority funding round led by TELUS Ventures and supported by a syndicate of investors led by McRock Capital.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Z9b10c393-a350-4a67-8c84-e3f00cc287cdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2020/canada-s-piece-of-the-regulatory-pieIn late 2019, the OIPC and the OPC collaborated in the investigation of a company connected to the use of personal information for political campaign efforts.Mon, 13 Jan 2020 00:00:00 Ze747b832-6549-4ab5-a6a1-508af21209fdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2020/ir35-review-announced-but-date-unchangedThe existing public sector restrictions and rules on off-payroll working (IR35) will be extended to medium and large private sector employers from 6th April 2020.Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:20:00 Z595e522d-98c2-412f-aec6-dbea0fdcbe05https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2020/kraken-robotics-acquires-25-of-kraken-powerOn Dec. 31, 2019, Kraken Robotics Inc. completed its previously announced acquisition of the remaining 25% of Kraken Power GmbH that Kraken Robotics did not already own.Tue, 31 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Za58c7349-19ab-46c5-a852-3b10935eaa67https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advises-co-op-energyGowling WLG's Energy team has advised Co-op Energy, part of The Midcounties Co-operative, on a deal to create a new strategic energy partnership with Octopus Energy.Thu, 05 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Z7e78ec6a-1470-4437-8da2-31f3b2cdaedbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advises-bgf-on-appnovation-financingAppnovation has received £9.3 million in equity financing from a joint partnership between the Canadian Business Growth Fund (CBGF) and BGF.Thu, 05 Dec 2019 00:00:00 Ze888cfe6-f7ee-40ca-bfc1-7bb482e8a665https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advises-codemasters-on-acquisitionGowling WLG is advising leading video games maker Codemasters on its acquisition of racing simulation specialists, Slightly Mad Studios, with consideration payable of up to £151m and its associated £20m equity fundraising by way of a placing of new shares.Fri, 29 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z749f2898-08cf-49b5-a639-77d5b8eda8f5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/dismissing-an-employee-maternity-payOur employment and equalities experts consider the SMP tricky issues including 'bonus babies', 'offsetting' and 'exit packages'.Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:29:00 Zbba9d5bb-7c4e-42fe-825a-8cc8c73ed8b4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advises-on-multiple-battery-mineralsGowling WLG has reinforced its market-leading status in mining, battery minerals and energy storage, following a series of transactions with key longstanding clients in the sector.Tue, 26 Nov 2019 11:07:00 Zecf49726-aba5-40fc-ac4c-ab4122297d88https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gla-standard-agreements-for-mobile-not-spotsThe Greater London Authority has created a set of standard agreements to speed up the process of negotiating terms to allow mobile providers access to rooftops and other sites to install apparatus.Mon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z79c626d6-a71a-4196-ad68-cca831997472https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/ticktrade-systems-inc-receives-investment-from-svOn November 21, 2019, TickTrade Systems Inc., the Toronto-based technology firm providing next generation foreign exchange trading and payments solutions for financial institutions, announced a new investment by and relationship with SVB Financial Group, the parent company of Silicon Valley Bank.Thu, 21 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z04b29888-d998-4c69-8971-7081e21b40dahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advised-itsGowling WLG (France) advised International Technology Solutions (ITS) in a significant capital raising by Scallog.Wed, 20 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Zeeab6e22-7548-4f42-8a42-5fbf6edd6e1ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/emerge-acquires-underpar-groupOn Nov. 20, 2019, EMERGE Commerce Inc., Canada's leading digital deals and savings network, announced that it had acquired The UnderPar Group, the market leader in discounted golf experiences and products in Canada based in Toronto, with a fast growing presence in the US, for a total consideration of $12 million, in addition to a performance-based earnout.Wed, 20 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z0e854207-7781-46e7-b7ab-919cd8e4a9f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/modern-slavery-issues-in-canada-part-twoAt the present time, Canada lags behind many of its most important trading partners in ensuring that businesses are addressing modern slavery in their operations and supply chains. In fact, Canada currently has no specific modern slavery disclosure or supply chain transparency legislation.Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z330369c9-27a8-40e8-8673-972a24d2b9edhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/french-tech-talks-from-start-up-to-titanIn the past years, European tech has undergone a remarkable journey and with more billion-dollar tech companies than ever and the largest year of fund-raising on record.Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z3980d350-26a8-4616-8034-950181130ef4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/precast-concrete-cartel-and-the-cmaThe UK CMA has imposed fines of more than £36 million upon three suppliers of precast concrete drainage products for an infringement of UK and EU competition law.Wed, 06 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z60034ee9-898e-45c7-aecb-dc74849f871ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/draganfly-inc-lists-on-cseOn Nov. 5, 2019, Draganfly Inc. (CSE: DFLY) began trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange under ticker symbol "DFLY". The company has also filed its long form non-offering final prospectus with the securities regulatory authorities in each of Saskatchewan and British Columbia to become a reporting issuer in those jurisdictions.Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 Z970510ae-5087-4983-b21c-e767bba23ba6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/patenting-artificial-intelligence-inventionsIn recent years, the confluence of advancements in computational power and the abundance of rich data sets has led to a surge in the number of practical applications for AI.Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Z00daad8d-13e6-498e-959f-1391beec97dfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/what-s-in-a-name-when-it-comes-to-privacyClients often ask us to explain the difference between a privacy hack and a breach where an individual's personal information is concerned.Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Zce7f17ad-9705-4e7a-aa13-db38280ba164https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/snap-projections-acquired-by-wealthbar-financial-sOn October 21, 2019, WealthBar Financial Services Inc., a leading Canadian wealth management platform and a subsidiary of CI Financial Corp. (TSX: IX), announced that it had acquired Snap Projections Inc.Mon, 21 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Z6546a559-3543-415b-a06c-f6d1257ab120https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/finding-a-coordinated-approach-to-cyber-threatsCyberattacks on Canadian businesses are increasing in volume and sophistication. Thankfully, Canada's approach to fighting such threats is also becoming more sophisticated - and, importantly, more co-ordinated.Thu, 03 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Z3aea0c66-85fd-4073-9a61-b9019031c6a6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/processing-special-category-data-lawfullyWhat must UK organisations, and organisations subject to the Data Protection Act 2018, do to comply with the requirements for processing Special Category personal data.Tue, 01 Oct 2019 11:31:00 Z79fded76-8b4c-4b97-af2d-93d6747c79c9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/party-city-completes-174-million-saleOn Oct. 1, 2019, Party City Holdco Inc. (NYSE: PRTY), the leading party goods company by revenue in North America, announced that it had completed the previously announced sale of its Canadian retail business to Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (TSX: CTC). Pursuant to the agreement, Canadian Tire acquired the retail business and assets of Party City's Canadian subsidiary, including 65 retail store locations in Canada, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $174 million.Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 Ze84bbaa9-6301-4131-ad19-2cd0b6c121e3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-publishes-final-rules-on-extension-of-the-smcrThe FCA published its Final Rules on the extension of the SMCR to all solo-regulated firms in July 2019Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:03:00 Ze53cefe3-a526-43ce-8bcd-f5e574b8d684https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/introduction-to-modern-slavery-issues-in-canadaThis series will shed light on this evolving area, while helping CEO's and directors fulfil their obligations to regulators, shareholders and other stakeholders.Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:20:00 Za1a1d57a-2b87-4bac-880e-edfe5f91e78ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/facebook-s-libra-cryptocurrency-regulationSushil Kuner and David Brennan discuss key technical details of Libra, the response from regulators and its future.Mon, 23 Sep 2019 14:04:00 Zf8f8c026-4881-4ec4-a0f5-1c9df9b0591dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/impact-of-digital-disruption-worldwideExploration of the impact of digital disruption worldwide across jurisdictions, understanding where countries are ahead of the wave and just keeping up.Wed, 18 Sep 2019 13:39:00 Z96da5f73-815e-4326-b843-997a2bc4425ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/ip-strategy-the-4-signs-you-re-nailing-itCompare your company's IP strategy against your competitors with Gowling WLG's online benchmarking tool.Tue, 17 Sep 2019 10:17:00 Z82175264-fec5-404a-88a4-2ec446311e2fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/sourced-group-closes-20-million-financingOn Sept. 10, 2019, Sourced Group announced that it has closed a $20 million financing. Toronto-based venture capital firm Round 13 Capital led the financing with participation from Comerica Bank and HSBC. This financing is the first institutional investment for privately held Sourced Group, which has been self-funded since its founding in 2010.Tue, 10 Sep 2019 00:00:00 Zcb494e42-9059-4afb-b14e-5199112b3cf8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/why-registering-ip-in-china-is-essentialMaking sure your IP strategy includes China is essential if you are to get a foot in the door of the world’s fastest-growing IP market.Tue, 03 Sep 2019 08:35:00 Zaaf345ef-0ec4-4b2e-95a8-191290f8515fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/mcrock-capital-launches-industrial-internetOn Aug. 30, 2019, McRock Capital held an initial closing on its second venture capital fund, McRock Fund II LP, dedicated to investing in the global trend around the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT).  For the initial closing, the new Fund reached over 80% of its targeted $100 million.Fri, 30 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z9dae8750-56ee-49dd-a92c-a39c0cb54bbbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-role-of-blockchain-in-electric-vehiclesWhat role will Blockchain play in Electric Vehicle development and how will this help the sector. Our team discuss in our new article on EVs.Wed, 28 Aug 2019 08:34:00 Zc0507b10-d1c2-4299-b3e7-59224ec6cee7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/mcrock-capital-leads-funding-for-praemoOn Aug. 22, 2019, Praemo Inc. announced the $3.5 million Series A funding round for the company's revolutionary Razor™ technology, led by McRock Capital Corporation.Thu, 22 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Zdbe4ae8d-a582-4071-8e03-e5cf76155b18https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/electric-vehicles-insurance-challengesWith the growth in the popularity of electric vehicles, our Samantha Holland discusses the challenges facing the insurance industry.Wed, 21 Aug 2019 10:30:00 Za6182225-c927-43de-80d2-e766084d54a3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/regulation-of-ai-and-big-dataRegulation has often lagged behind - sometimes very far behind - new technology. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is proving no exception to this historical trend.Mon, 19 Aug 2019 16:25:00 Z99bc543b-3388-4228-a241-979b298ed0bdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/electric-vehicle-charging-points-at-homeOn 15th July 2019, almost unnoticed amid the sound and fury of the Conservative leadership contest, the Department for Transport issued a public consultation on proposals to require, via an amendment to the building regulations, all new homes to be fitted with electric vehicle charging points. The proposal forms part of the government's Road to Zero strategy which aims to "clean up road transport" by moving to zero emission road vehicles.Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z97dbd98b-ca21-4635-a401-3bd1504a0123https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/rhi-group-and-m33-growth-make-strategic-investmentOn Aug. 8, 2019, reebee announced that RHI Group Inc. in partnership with M33 Growth, LLC, had made a significant investment in the company.Thu, 08 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z7a830c4a-0457-483c-b401-808af96b4439https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/adgm-s-new-digital-investment-frameworksThe ADGM's Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) recently issued guidance on digital investment.Wed, 07 Aug 2019 11:04:00 Zdb8a19c6-65d2-4c24-a029-c9916a8d7215https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-s-regulatory-perimeter-on-cryptoassetsWe discuss the recent news regarding the FCA's position on Cryptoassets.Wed, 07 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z381910a3-8296-4a0c-8c3e-da9c0635ad36https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/ip-and-ai-in-the-ukHere we discuss the Intellectual Property for Artificial Intelligence in the UK.Wed, 07 Aug 2019 00:00:00 Z47d01c02-3b1d-461f-b0fc-3790df8045afhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/how-to-leverage-ip-to-protect-against-disruptionAn intellectual property (IP) strategy is the best form of defense against tech disruption yet is often neglected.Tue, 30 Jul 2019 08:06:00 Z5d7e0cc5-83fe-4c04-82ec-37f6ca38bad0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/enhanced-disclosure-for-virtual-currency-will-soonThe federal government recently confirmed that oversight measures designed to reduce money laundering will soon be mandatory for all virtual currency dealers offering services in Canada.Fri, 26 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Zd16544c0-bab7-4598-b0fd-23aff3455e0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-importance-of-ip-rights-in-technologyOur intellectual property experts consider the importance of IP rights in technology during disruptive times.Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Zb6b4c626-e0a6-4309-965d-0af6ef69e6c5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/ip-strategy-learning-from-the-disruptorsFour tips to creating the best IP strategy in the face of disrupted markets.Tue, 23 Jul 2019 08:02:00 Z8e276cf0-14e2-41e0-96c5-4c19a15abd9ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/emerging-legal-issues-in-an-ai-driven-worldArtificial Intelligence (AI) is the new marketplace reality. The increase in computing power, improved algorithms and the availability of massive amounts of data are transforming society.Wed, 17 Jul 2019 16:07:00 Z2bc706d2-72e0-44e7-ac7c-985ad04fd09bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/tech-sector-and-growth-opportunities-in-the-ukCurrent trends and growth opportunities in the UK technology sector were the focus of a recent conference hosted by the Montreal office of Gowling WLG.Wed, 17 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Z6ce9191a-b30c-48a1-aedf-baf4460b9474https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/autonomous-vehicles-in-canadaAutonomous vehicles are computer-controlled vehicles with the ability to drive on their own without a human operator.Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Zb0f9a00a-77a0-44be-90ff-eaadd90ce06bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/are-you-safeguarding-customer-funds-compliantlyOn 4th July 2019, the FCA released the findings from its recent review of non-bank payment service providers (PSPs).Wed, 10 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Z4a018756-e909-469d-84bd-2703ea7ca926https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/feddev-ontario-announces-500-000-investmentOn July 8, 2019, FedDev Ontario announced a repayable contribution of $500,000 to Hamilton-based software company Weever Apps Inc., which it believes will aid the company in the commercialization of its newly launched Process Manager software, a management tool designed to replace paper documents in tracking FDA compliance.Mon, 08 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Z6b7c98cf-4b80-486f-a771-335406e8cc0ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/reports/2019/multiplicityOur report Multiplicity: Smart choices in disruptive times explores why it is important to protect IP rights and how businesses need to sit up and see that there are risks and opportunities brought forward by disruptive technology that need to be understood.Sun, 07 Jul 2019 00:00:00 Ze0a3d6ab-ba85-4028-a4c2-d4e1a9df3514https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/why-the-c-suite-and-ip-team-should-talkIntellectual property is growing in importance and should no longer be seen as just a legal issue by the C-suite.Tue, 02 Jul 2019 14:48:00 Zb5f482d8-eed7-4154-9697-9a4e5d4bc5d1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/ai-and-big-data-in-the-ukAI and big data are together one of the four focuses of the UK Government's current industrial strategy, which aims to 'put the UK at the forefront of the AI and data revolution'.Fri, 28 Jun 2019 00:00:00 Z2b7d143f-705d-400f-a6dc-e308b0fb4b18https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/trust-the-law-say-legal-teamsIntellectual Property (IP) laws are failing to keep up with disruptive technology, despite the beliefs of most.Tue, 25 Jun 2019 07:29:00 Z8a2fe9ae-10e3-48bb-8301-89e59376dfc6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/estruxture-secures-expanded-170-millionOn June 24, 2019, eStruxture Data Centers announced that it had secured an expanded $170 million credit facility with a group of Canadian banks led by Scotiabank and National Bank of Canada.Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:00:00 Z2a7f134c-d11b-46a2-aaa2-8ef9b8cc6c90https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-releases-new-rules-for-crowdfunding-platformsThe FCA published its in Policy Statement (PS19/14) on 4 June 2019, outlining new rules for loan based ('peer-to-peer') platforms.Thu, 13 Jun 2019 08:50:00 Zb891d784-b5e5-4bcb-949b-bc0a21e31673https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/plug-power-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn June 11, 2019, Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG) acquired Canadian fuel cell manufacturer EnergyOr Technologies Inc.Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 Zcc0d9aa3-742d-43f7-ae3d-05723ba3d7bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/weever-apps-closes-1-million-equity-roundOn June 4, 2019, GreenSky Capital Inc. announced that its affiliated venture fund, the GreenSky Accelerator Fund III, and MaRS Investment Accelerator Fund (IAF) had co-led a $1 million equity investment round in Weever Apps Inc. GreenSky Capital, through its affiliated venture funds, the GreenSky Accelerator Fund I and the GreenSky Accelerator Fund II, led Weever's first institutional funding round in 2018.Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 Z71ca6276-acab-40bf-a8f4-131a5d887cdchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/phivida-holdings-completes-acquisitionOn May 29, 2019, Phivida Holdings Inc. (CSE: VIDA) (OTCQX: PHVAF) closed its previously announced acquisition of Canadian e-commerce technology firm, Wikala.com Inc.Wed, 29 May 2019 00:00:00 Zf34c3810-e511-49d6-8335-b7689b0bb4efhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/adcore-completes-qualifying-transactionOn May 27, 2019, ADCORE Inc. (formerly County Capital One Ltd.) completed its acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding securities of Podium Advertising Technologies Ltd. d/b/a ADCORE, as County Capital's "Qualifying Transaction."Mon, 27 May 2019 00:00:00 Zc4178328-f08e-40ba-bb9b-9644c2608791https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2019/what-haircuts-teach-us-about-data-privacyFor the launch of our report Tides of Disruption: How to Navigate Business Transformation, we’ve recorded a special podcast, between Gowling WLG Co-Chair of Global Tech David Brennan and Dr Carsten Sorensen, of the London School of Economics’, who contributed to our report.Thu, 23 May 2019 09:59:00 Z84ae5190-51d8-476c-a86d-b3421d05372chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/five-golden-rules-for-patenting-your-techThere's no question that intellectual property is the lifeblood of the global tech sector, and growing companies that play fast and loose with their patents do so at their own peril.Wed, 22 May 2019 00:00:00 Zd35a1019-08e3-438e-920a-0de687ebc142https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/domain-name-disputes-in-russia-new-developmentsDomain name disputes are becoming more acute, sophisticated and global as e-commerce continues to develop in Russia.Tue, 21 May 2019 15:23:00 Zca85e972-896c-4945-b20a-2e2c37be60c7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/five-key-legal-documents-every-tech-startup-needsTo help you hit the ground running with confidence, we've outlined below five crucial legal documents that no tech startup should be without.Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 Z0c2d1816-5159-4f20-aeed-1afe9aeb9663https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/new-iot-framework-in-the-uaeIs the UAE's new Internet of Things (IoT) policy an indication that the country are preparing to implement an updated data protection law?Thu, 16 May 2019 14:26:00 Zd49700e5-ad46-413d-b1e5-3d52a2393c4ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/disruptive-technology-examplesOur experts explore the different disruptive technology examples that are set to bring change to business as we know it.Thu, 16 May 2019 11:56:00 Z9cbe5ceb-df1d-449e-851a-5da092f1bb03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/silversmith-capital-partners-leads-investmentOn May 16, 2019, PDFTron Systems announced that it had secured a US$71 million investment led by Silversmith Capital Partners.Thu, 16 May 2019 00:00:00 Z8f6b32dc-03fd-4776-a3b7-35dd2465b30ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/ai-driven-products-require-new-regulationAs private enterprise and government alike continue to explore the promise and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI)-driven products proliferating the marketplace, regulation has — not surprisingly — emerged as a top concern.Tue, 14 May 2019 00:00:00 Z75b8e520-8b77-4c6b-a6af-7dafd47f746ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/social-media-law-influencer-contentThe final part of this ownership of social media content series looks at the ownership and licensing of influencer content.Tue, 14 May 2019 00:00:00 Zf47d3dc9-3da9-4c01-8bcb-e6e097d78260https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/social-media-law-user-generated-contentWhat do you need to know about using user-generated content (UGC) for your social media campaigns?Tue, 07 May 2019 11:00:00 Z68b5e8cf-e6fc-452e-a4ca-ac74d72e5f45https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2019/demystifying-digital-transformationIn this podcast, we explore how organisations need to transform from the inside as well as understand the building blocks of digital transformation within a company and the behaviours that need to be driven through everyone who is part of that journey.Wed, 01 May 2019 10:50:00 Z49faed9b-3080-4849-8bef-c0c191a0fcbehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2019/owning-the-roadOur white paper, in collaboration with UK Autodrive, explores current approaches to patenting connected and autonomous vehicle technology and the existence and development of technical standards associated with these new automotive technologies.Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Z30ac429f-0aa3-49d4-a10d-dbce2b0d6af1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/federal-privacy-commissioner-proposes-reversalOn April 9, 2019, Canada's Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) announced fundamental changes to its long established position on cross-border data flows under the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). A public consultation is open until June 4, 2019.Fri, 12 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Za9ec6edd-c3b6-4d1b-b83c-c7680ff81eb7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2019/tides-of-disruptionIn our white paper 'Tides of Disruption: How to navigate business transformation' we take an in depth look at what exactly drives digitalisation, aiming to understand how and when disruptive forces such as autonomy and blockchain will become critical to business operations.Mon, 08 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Zee3a7132-ed27-4cdf-91c1-a25f2c078732https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/influencer-law-101-warranties-and-representationsWorried about how to protect your brand when working with influencers? Part five of our Influencer 101 series looks at Warranties & Representations.Tue, 02 Apr 2019 09:01:00 Z7ba45986-0377-4088-a17e-c47eb32059eahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/10-proptech-predictions-for-2019The PropTech sector was predicted to have received 4.6billion USD worth of funding in 2018. Just 3 months into 2019 and PropTech's impact on how real estate is used, bought, developed, managed and invested is snowballing.Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 Z696532f4-2ffb-49db-825e-241da9219ed4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/five-ways-iot-will-change-retailThe Internet of Things (IoT) will make a huge impact across industries. Find out how IoT will change retail experiences for both businesses and their customers.Thu, 28 Mar 2019 15:31:00 Z55b847d8-9d9d-4548-b493-f1712c4d984chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/should-your-business-invest-in-blockchainShould businesses invest in blockchain technology to benefit their operations and processes? We explore how it is making an impact across industries.Thu, 21 Mar 2019 13:20:00 Z0c515792-fd89-4fb6-a210-ade4a21cd0e5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/budget-2019-positioning-for-a-fall-electionWith Canada's top marginal tax rates described by some analysts as 'punitively high', and with the Canadian economy sliding to an annualized rate of growth of only 0.4 per cent in the fourth quarter, many were hoping for tax reductions in Budget 2019 that would help make Canada more competitive.Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Zb623ee69-186e-4343-926a-f8132ae5ac4bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/influencer-law-101-influencer-exclusivityIn this forth of our five-part series of articles we focus on the subject of exclusivity and its scope in influencer marketing agreements.Tue, 19 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Ze2f2dcfe-9f36-4c84-810b-ec5be00be60bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/risks-facing-acquiring-companiesOn 14 March 2019, the Court of Justice delivered a landmark judgment regarding the liability of acquiring companies to compensate third parties for infringements of EU competition law committed by acquired companies.Mon, 18 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Zbdbbbf3e-257e-437f-ab01-7eef8c044055https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/irri-al-tal-closes-qualifying-transactionOn March 7, 2019, Water Ways Technologies Inc. (formerly Sagittarius Capital Corporation) (TSXV: WWT) announced that it had closed its previously announced qualifying transaction with Irri-Al-Tal Ltd. ("IAT").Thu, 07 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Z88a1a5bf-1e5f-44b2-b792-37e9903789b5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advised-ldc-on-investment-dealOn 19 February 2019, Evolution Funding announced that it had secured investment to support its expansion from leading mid-market private equity firm LDC.Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Ze3b53270-828f-4e86-88e7-514c0b2b171chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/mailchimp-completes-cross-border-acquisitionOn March 1, 2019, The Rocket Science Group (dba Mailchimp) acqui-hired the team behind Vancouver-based LemonStand eCommerce Inc.Fri, 01 Mar 2019 00:00:00 Zd3c83c74-ee01-4687-8bd9-d4685c92414bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/eu-general-court-decides-whether-apples-and-pearsIn a trademark battle between Apple Inc and Pear Technologies Ltd (a company registered in Macau, and represented by Gowling WLG), the EU's General Court has rejected Apple's case that apples and pears are similar.Wed, 13 Feb 2019 16:37:00 Ze2088926-8d7a-44bb-9930-b2cea7190feahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/preparing-canada-s-autonomous-vehicle-insuranceA report by the Insurance Bureau of Canada argues that fully automated vehicles present new risks to the Canadian auto insurance sector and its stakeholders.Tue, 12 Feb 2019 12:00:00 Z406a2fac-2516-4ac5-9f89-5090d9a463e7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/customs-vat-and-excise-ready-for-no-brexitThe UK Government is in the process of introducing new legislation in relation to customs, VAT and excise in the event that there is a "no deal" Brexit. A total of 20 Statutory Instruments were laid before the Parliament in January 2019.Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:00:00 Zacc42307-57c4-4cea-a8ed-e44c960b7ac2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/bad-faith-trademark-applicationsGowling WLG's experts address the topic of 'bad faith' applications in the field of trademarks; considering the significance of the problem; how such applications may be dealt with; and strategies for risk prevention, across multiple jurisdictions.Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z28957099-6542-4d44-9924-1d297dc0c216https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/fca-consults-on-cryptoassets-regulationGowling WLG's Financial Services Regulatory experts summarise the FCA's expectations regarding cryptocurrency and highlight the key considerations for firms.Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Zb076e3c4-4af9-4777-8510-91e522e8979ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/cyber-security-the-focus-of-new-osfi-advisoryThe Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) today issued an advisory setting out new guidelines for how federally regulated financial institutions (FRFI) report technology or cyber security breaches.Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:50:00 Z1bc4b883-fe47-447c-9cc2-bd3001f037dehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/datametrex-closes-non-brokered-private-placement-oDatametrex AI Limited announced the completion of its previously announced non-brokered private placement of units for aggregate gross proceeds of $1,102,200.Fri, 25 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z4a0e9a81-66c8-41c9-a65a-2a4cef5e0dd3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2019/how-to-avoid-a-fine-when-a-data-breach-occursHow can companies avoid paying large fines when they have a data breach? Sheena Jacob explores a recent case in Singapore.Thu, 24 Jan 2019 10:30:00 Z69c7ba52-e15a-4abb-94be-2368d0fb85f0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/gdpr-challenges-of-using-aiGowling WLG's experts look at how the current laws on data protection laws already impact the way that organisations can harness the power of AI.Mon, 21 Jan 2019 11:54:00 Z9c80cec4-43c4-4858-b410-0214c0f72b03https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/how-will-vr-change-the-way-we-plan-smart-citiesVirtual reality (VR) is increasingly being used to re-invigorate various industries such as aerospace, healthcare, education and now, urban planning.Mon, 21 Jan 2019 11:11:00 Za6827810-96cc-48d0-881e-c0dc13791355https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/gowling-wlg-advised-accengage-on-its-saleGowling WLG advised Accengage on its sale to the American Urban AirshipMon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z55ac704f-df3b-414e-9ca8-81c5a4d10905https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/the-role-of-the-cdeiUpdate on the launch of the UK's Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation which will advise the government on how the UK can maximise the benefits of data-enabled technologies, including artificial intelligence.Wed, 16 Jan 2019 11:42:00 Zeaa361c3-4a31-42f3-8d42-525bc40ab5a3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/no-deal-brexit-and-gdprWe summarise how companies should prepare for a No Deal Brexit to keep their data flowing internationally.Mon, 14 Jan 2019 11:35:00 Zc99ea383-59fe-4120-8376-edcc99851823https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/changes-to-the-uk-s-trademarks-lawThe EU Trademarks Directive 2015 comes into force in the UK; bringing with it some key changes to the UK's legal system governing the application, registration, enforcement and licensing of trademarks.Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Z62515acc-a0f5-431e-b85b-fdb198049b22https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/brexit-cross-border-trade-challengesThe customs and trade perspectives have never been more important to consider, as the potentail for a no-deal Brexit intensifies.Fri, 11 Jan 2019 00:00:00 Zdc126464-54dc-4023-a5d1-e8b1044ad631https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2019/6-tech-startups-to-watch-out-for-in-urban-planningA look ahead to how drones and UAV technology will affect urban planning and construction sitesTue, 08 Jan 2019 14:53:00 Z85950000-fd40-40e0-a420-8438e5bc9119https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/digital-protectionism-trade-and-the-wtoGowling WLG discusses the modernisation needed in order to tackle the challenges presented to free trade by both traditional and digital protectionism.Wed, 19 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Z0fedae06-9f2f-4287-8beb-d80353970a67https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/smart-toys-and-regulating-the-iot-in-canadaThe U.S. Federal Trade Commission has just issued a seasonal (and chilling) reminder about the dangers of internet-connected children's toys: they may be recording your children's voices and sharing their locations when they play.Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Z9ac4aebd-d9cf-403c-9153-b62bac0821dchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2019/rootsecure-acquired-by-arctic-wolf-networksOn December 12, 2018, Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc., announced the acquisition of RootSecure Corporation. We advised RootSecure in this transaction.Wed, 12 Dec 2018 00:00:00 Z8dfbbf03-f175-4780-8012-8803ec818ae6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/on-demand-webinars/2018/it-masterclass-gdpr-updateGowling WLG's IT Masterclass webinar gives a legal update on GDPR six months on.Fri, 30 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Zcbcc8bee-08fb-47bd-b52d-7a8d1e468ef3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/warner-lambert-pregabalin-patent-caseGowling WLG's IP team provides a snap-shot commentary on the Supreme Court's reasoning in the Warner-Lambert case.Wed, 14 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Zecd0cb97-af14-4ccb-9add-35f1aa74ad9chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-world-digital-tradeThe China-US trade war and the effect on the digital world.Thu, 08 Nov 2018 16:23:00 Z05d95bdc-bba3-4163-bd36-6a070cbfb2aehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/protectionism-the-effect-on-tech-innovationIn the increasingly digital dependent world, how important is it for General Counsel to be able to navigate the web of digital protectionist laws.?Thu, 08 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Zd2b2b3f3-bb10-4e37-918d-9555d92f673fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-at-gowling-wlg-customs-tradeIn five months, the UK is due to leave the EU and the 145,000 VAT-registered UK businesses that currently trade only with the EU will become importers and exporters.Tue, 06 Nov 2018 15:15:00 Z36bb9fbf-3053-4a03-9648-355458940a4ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/understanding-electronic-signaturesWhat are E-signatures, how do they work and what does best practice look like? David Lowe shares his insight into this important topic and provides practical guidance on using E-signatures to manage your day-to-day commercial contracts.Mon, 05 Nov 2018 15:57:00 Zb06acf65-d647-4387-a19c-9a5db63cb32fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2018/protectionism-and-the-global-digital-futureHow will protectionism affect our global digital future? With increasing tariffs on aluminium, steel and aircraft parts, what will this mean for digital protectionism?Mon, 05 Nov 2018 12:10:00 Z68451dd2-3bfe-48fa-95f8-078a8c60b335https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/protectionist-pitfalls-for-the-tech-sectorWith an increase in protectionist policies of late, what will the affect be on the trade of raw materials essential to the manufacture of tech products?Mon, 05 Nov 2018 11:46:00 Z121c8475-63d3-4704-afd3-4f32e2aa9070https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-senate-report-on-cyber-securityA report released by the Canadian Senate on Oct. 29, 2018, provocatively titled: Cyber assault: It should keep you up at night, raises alarm about the state of cyber security in Canada, and calls for the creation of a new federal ministry to fend off cyber attacks.Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 Z307bf084-aea9-4b2e-8e07-169d8d7075echttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/advanced-micro-devices-acquires-softwareOn Oct. 22, 2018, Acceleware Ltd. (TSXV: AXE) announced that it had signed an agreement with a Canadian affiliate of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMD) ("AMD").Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z54e07dfc-22f9-44a9-a768-af5bfda61869https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/court-orders-tracing-remedy-for-cryptocurrencyThe decision of the British Columbia Supreme Court on September 12, 2018 in Copytrack Pte Ltd v Wall is one of the first cases in Canada where a court-ordered remedy has been applied to digital currency.Fri, 19 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z4500f753-52b3-45b2-8669-4d7bf0b53434https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2018/protectionism-2-0This white paper examines the link between the valuable natural resources underpinning tech advances and the increasing importance of data to businesses, as well as  emerging digital trade barriers.Thu, 18 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Za9aabeab-85a2-49a3-ac19-f0ab8112fafbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/governing-law-and-jurisdiction-clause-in-contractsIt is important when drafting international contracts to include express reference to the forum for resolving disputes.Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Zacb818ca-f7b4-40bd-8750-2eae174bd164https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2018/canada-hits-refresh-on-cyber-in-2018-with-cccsLast week saw the rollout of a key piece of the Government of Canada's 2018 cyber security strategy as the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security, first announced in June 2018, went live.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 14:49:00 Z028236b3-8a02-45c0-977c-f90f8cb96099https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/gowling-wlg-advises-on-cross-border-software-dealA cross section of experts from international law firm Gowling WLG has advised the shareholders of successful UK tech company, Rant & Rave, on its sale to US cloud software management firm Upland Software.Thu, 11 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z6479f0e0-0c3f-497f-aa65-e43e5bc23224https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/customs-trade-compliance-brexit-preparationIn this session we strip back the debate to identify the challenges business will face, and provide practical guidance on how to navigate the post Brexit customs landscape.Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Zff25bc78-a1b7-498a-b413-13f32f988285https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/blockchain-the-ultimate-disruptorBlockchain technology is changing the landscape in a major way. However, this innovative technology comes with highly complex laws and processes that require sophisticated legal and technical expertise, and an insider's understanding of the ever-evolving regulatory space.Wed, 10 Oct 2018 00:00:00 Z21dcfba1-a519-4281-a343-9044788744b0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/cyber-security-and-lenders-how-to-manage-the-riskOur Banking and Finance experts explore ways in which we can help you to protect existing and future investments against cyber security risks.Mon, 08 Oct 2018 07:32:00 Zfdccc7d2-561a-4015-9fd8-a863a1b043c8https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-government-no-deal-brexit-guidance-for-ipThe UK Government has released guidance on the Brexit process for intellectual property in a no deal scenario. UK legislation will extract UK rights from existing EU-wide trademark and design registrations. The UK will continue to recognise existing unregistered Community design right and will create a new unregistered design right of equivalent scope. For the "immediate" term, the UK will also continue to recognise regional exhaustion (but the European Economic Area (EEA) will not recognise the UK within that system). The existing patent systems will largely be unaffected by Brexit. Please read on for our fuller summary of the highlights of the 24 September 2018 guidance.Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z9b448fe2-bb96-446d-9d28-052cded76392https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/why-you-should-avoid-resale-price-restrictionsOn 24 July 2018, the European Commission announced that in four separate cases it had fined four manufacturers for infringements of Article 101 of the Treaty of the Functioning of the European Union.Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:37:00 Zbd5bf0ac-98aa-4b41-81d2-a216404d9683https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/new-automotive-technology-and-brexitThis short guide highlights key areas requiring action by companies in the UK's automotive sector involved in the development of new technology: access to funding; access to skilled workers; potential divergence in legal and regulatory frameworks; intellectual property; and technical standards.Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 Z70c5671c-9f55-4201-a29d-b1d00141c8bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2018/brexit-what-will-it-mean-for-dispute-resolutionGowling WLG's Brexit Taskforce look at what the UK Government's Brexit white paper, the future relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union, means for dispute resolution.Tue, 28 Aug 2018 09:04:00 Z31b3d714-9624-45d2-9347-5ebe01eebc0chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/the-jury-is-still-out-on-the-privacy-shieldIn this article, we discuss the pros and cons of the Privacy Shield scheme.Fri, 24 Aug 2018 10:29:00 Z5fd34363-1b85-415a-87b1-132f49daa315https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/what-is-the-ico-s-focus-going-to-be-post-gdprNow the GDPR has become enforceable, we look at what the Information Commissioner's Office will focus on now.Fri, 24 Aug 2018 09:41:00 Z7be28213-17c0-4b7c-a565-96280b15b29fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/data-transfers-to-the-uk-post-brexitAn overview of what might happen to data transfers in the UK post Brexit.Fri, 24 Aug 2018 09:28:00 Z293f6bd2-77a5-4915-a9f3-05d879dc147ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/contracts-and-the-data-protection-act-2018In this article, we discuss whether you need to update your contracts under the Data Protection Act 2018.Fri, 24 Aug 2018 09:08:00 Zba411bb2-bdfb-4dce-889c-1f5ddd82a5f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/rules-of-the-game-part-1The video game industry is highly competitive. As the barrier to entry for developers has been lowered, the number of competing products in the market has dramatically increased. Consequently, it's more important than ever that stakeholders know how to protect and exploit their creations.Mon, 20 Aug 2018 19:36:00 Z022f54f2-6c63-4e65-a076-ad4291e777a2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/health-canada-invites-public-comments-on-new-regThe medical device industry in America and perceived shortcomings in the US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval process have recently come under scrutiny in popular media.Thu, 09 Aug 2018 13:13:00 Z9a3e2fee-f6df-4bfa-8758-ec13728a6d0fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/liable-for-violations-by-overseas-subsidiariesWhen will a parent company in the UK be held accountable for human rights failings by its subsidiaries in other countries? Will having a global human rights policy leave the parent company more exposed?Thu, 09 Aug 2018 10:59:00 Zada648f6-a986-4c01-b699-2c9605ea4fb2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/shorter-trials-schemeIP partner John Coldham looks back at the aims and achievements of the Shorter Trials Scheme pilot, which has been running in the High Court since October 2015, and considers how litigants may successfully make the most of the scheme.Wed, 08 Aug 2018 14:24:00 Zcf385d55-73b5-4a8d-8920-2c227504025ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/the-contract-law-lifecycleAt our most recent ThinkHouse Foundations event, Associate, Alex Wrixon, from our Commercial Litigation team gave an update on the latest developments in contracts law, looking at how key cases have a bearing on the 'contract lifecycle'.Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:42:00 Z4e1bd83f-021d-45a0-9883-df696cbd005ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-merger-control-requests-for-informationThe UK competition authority (the CMA) has recently imposed fines for procedural breaches of the UK merger control regime. Given the risks of non-compliance (including fines, and possible criminal sanctions), this update outlines key issues to be considered when engaging with the CMA.Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:00:00 Z7c0bde74-44ac-459a-b752-bec33221e576https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/employment-essentials-july-2018What issues will affect your business in July 2018? Our employment, labour & equalities experts bring you the latest legal developments.Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 Z89b71397-e3a0-40b3-8d40-e7c4b7f9b7c7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/extension-of-bc-pnp-tech-pilot-programCompanies in the tech and innovation industries in BC will continue to benefit from the province's Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) tech pilot program (Tech Pilot) for an additional year, to June 2019.Mon, 23 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Z62e26fd2-53f7-426a-874b-acb2f17895aehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/russian-restrictions-for-vpns-and-anonymisersIn recent years, thousands of websites, including torrent websites and social media platforms, have been blocked in Russia. The uniform register of prohibited websites maintained by Roskomnadzor is being updated daily.Tue, 17 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Z20c8dee9-b22d-45c2-9414-b58dffbe1727https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/challenges-facing-the-automotive-sectorResearch from our new report found that 86% of industry experts expect to see more litigation in the automotive sector.Tue, 10 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Zc993461c-ae06-4b25-992e-cd1ca4637a15https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/the-eu-withdrawal-act-what-you-need-to-knowIn this article we set to one side the political debates around Brexit and outline what businesses need to know about how the EU (Withdrawal) Act actually works and what it will do.Thu, 05 Jul 2018 00:00:00 Z1b28ee8a-6bca-4ee8-ae64-56c2980785abhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-supreme-court-rules-on-internet-blocking-ordersThe UK Supreme Court has returned its long-awaited judgment in the Richemont litigation, holding that brand owners must indemnify internet service providers for the costs of implementing internet blocking orders, but not for the costs of the necessary underlying systems.Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z0872e39a-f432-4697-a13d-8d3220835adchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/what-the-growing-trust-in-ai-means-for-driverlessUK investor perceptions regarding the Government's plans for investment in autonomous vehicles.Mon, 11 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Z3a095ceb-ff5f-40ac-8c2a-5c5350472c8fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/trade-secrets-directive-becomes-directly-effectiveOn 9 June 2018, the deadline expires for EU Member States to implement the necessary legislation to give effect to the 'Trade Secrets Directive'.Thu, 07 Jun 2018 00:00:00 Zc3a28730-5d0e-4541-a42d-0204bc4beb01https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/ict-solutions-group-saleGowling WLG has advised the shareholders of GCI Managed Services Group on the sale of a majority stake in the business to Mayfair Private Equity Partners.Thu, 31 May 2018 00:00:00 Zcea46813-72b7-447e-a865-06b29c144214https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/mcrock-capital-leads-15-million-round-financingOn May 7, 2018, Miovision, a leader in smart traffic intersection technology, announced that it had raised $15 million in the form of a convertible note from a syndicate led by McRock Capital and which included MacKinnon, Bennett & Co. and new investors BDC Capital and HarbourVest Partners.Mon, 07 May 2018 00:00:00 Z7941e3c1-727c-4dac-ab41-5419b47dec8chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/equustek-again-bc-supreme-court-upholds-injuctionThe Supreme Court of British Columbia has refused a motion to overturn its own worldwide injunction requiring Google to de-list certain websites from its search results pending the outcome of an intellectual property dispute.Tue, 01 May 2018 20:03:00 Z6f88356f-2228-49e1-a634-ef7addb1e365https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-ratifies-the-upc-agreementOn 26 April 2018 the UK completed its ratification of the UPC Agreement by depositing its instrument of ratification with the European Council.Fri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 Z97add62b-c36f-4f84-bd60-de75cf933aeahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/are-you-compliant-with-the-new-eu-gdprOn May 25, 2018, Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of April 27, 2016, better known as the General Data Protection Regulation, will fully apply in the 28 Member States of the European Union.Mon, 16 Apr 2018 14:28:00 Zc041bc48-21c9-4c95-bba6-6be3dd213bfahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/yahoo-cyber-breach-settlement-cause-for-cheerA U.S. data breach class action has settled for $80 million, bringing the action, which commenced in early 2017, to a relatively quick and, for the putative class, satisfying end.Tue, 03 Apr 2018 01:00:00 Z8e2d7755-19a5-4cdb-b5f1-29c1f312ed92https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/brand-owners-beware-how-gdpr-will-make-online-enfThe EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect on 25 May 2018, and it will see the implementation of tighter controls on the collection, processing, storage and making available of personal data. This will impact the ability of intellectual property rights holders to identify the individuals behind websites undertaking infringing activities.Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 Zee0dc78a-37ee-4a25-9cbc-7751d366c7fdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/uk-ratifies-hague-agreement-on-industrial-designsIn an important step for design right owners, the United Kingdom has completed its ratification of the 'Hague Agreement' concerning the registration of industrial designs.Wed, 14 Mar 2018 12:22:00 Zcee3e4c6-16cb-4a9d-a37c-2312e67dffebhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/gtt-communications-acquire-accelerated-connectionsOn March 12, 2018, GTT Communications, Inc. (NYSE: GTT) ("GTT") announced its cross-border acquisition of Toronto-headquartered Accelerated Connections ("ACI").Mon, 12 Mar 2018 23:00:00 Z69a9fead-1d66-4e44-a54f-aa54e1f8aea3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/accelerated-connections-acquired-by-gtt-communicatOn March 12, 2018, GTT Communications, Inc. (NYSE: GTT) announced its cross-border acquisition of Accelerated Connections Inc. ("ACI").Mon, 12 Mar 2018 11:00:00 Z813d3d00-056d-40c9-a5cb-73a96d365678https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/implementation-of-the-cyber-security-directiveGowling WLG's cyber security experts consider Government's updated Cyber Security Directive implementation proposals - clarification of scope for OES and DSP, updated high level security principles, clearer guidance on incident reporting and change to penalty regime.Mon, 12 Mar 2018 00:00:00 Z6d61f380-9fee-4ce3-9421-1489d55a3a12https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/gowling-wlg-advises-smartestenergyInternational law firm Gowling WLG's Energy and Technology specialists have advised client SmartestEnergy on the adoption of Origami Energy's flexible energy management technology platform.Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 Z4e2785b1-c03f-49f5-9325-5d13c564b512https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/implications-of-the-actavis-v-eli-lilly-judgmentIn a landmark judgment in July 2017, the UK Supreme Court introduced a doctrine of equivalents into modern UK patent law.Thu, 01 Mar 2018 00:00:00 Zcf0b1b73-8425-4329-90a9-8d11b6431214https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/mobility-revolution-rethinking-urban-mobilityCities are a magnet for people as centres for jobs, economic activity and innovation, and urban mobility systems lie at the very heart of what makes cities attractive and viable.Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 Zcf839bce-23cb-44bd-8f21-89055e555fe4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/estruxture-data-centers-acquires-kolotekGowling WLG advised eStruxture Data Centers, provider of network and cloud-neutral data center solutions to over 900 customers, including carriers, cloud providers, media, content, financial services and enterprise customers, on its acquisition of Kolotek, a secure data center certified TIER III, PCI, CSAE 3416 and SSAE, offering complete hosting, cloud computing and support services for infrastructure transition projects, and is a specialist of neutral colocation server hosting.Fri, 09 Feb 2018 00:00:00 Z5626506f-2ab5-4af6-bad7-a06c14610cc4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/chairman-of-the-cftc-advocates-for-do-not-harmOn February 6, 2018, J. Christopher Giancarlo, the Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), provided written testimony to the US Senate Banking Committee that clarified the CFTC’s role in regulating virtual currencies like Bitcoin.Wed, 07 Feb 2018 08:00:00 Z3e287ec8-d70d-4f2b-a5e7-f787b470b3f0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2018/cummins-acquisition-of-automotive-battery-systemsThe way that energy is stored and delivered - within both electric vehicles and our homes - is being revolutionised and is helping to shape and direct the technology-led initiative and collaboration that is taking place throughout the energy sector.Tue, 06 Feb 2018 00:00:00 Zceab5ec4-8bb5-49a7-8991-b975f205509fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2018/datawatch-acquires-angoss-softwareGowling WLG advises Angoss Software on USD$24.5-million acquisition by DatawatchTue, 30 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Z24409853-b927-43a5-b116-25c449a11e38https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/brain-to-vehicle-technologyNissan took the opportunity at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to showcase its latest efforts to add a layer of artificial intelligence (AI) to its vehicle driving technology.Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Z1f4a6432-b60e-4f2a-8b14-b6bcb5024cc0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2018/what-do-hr-professionals-need-to-be-doing-now-to-hThe new GDPR regime from 25 May 2018 carries very onerous penalties and some material changes from the current Data Protection laws in the UK. Are you ready for that change?Tue, 09 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Z0239f693-78f5-4567-b414-459416c99858https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2018/gdpr-what-is-a-video-notice-and-why-should-i-useVideo notices provide a clear and interactive way to keep your clients up to date and could help you comply with new regulation.Mon, 08 Jan 2018 00:00:00 Z5f4ccbff-242a-4433-8f5f-f98f58be346fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2017/gowling-wlg-advises-ebay-on-terapeak-acquisitionGowling WLG advises eBay on Terapeak acquisition.Fri, 22 Dec 2017 00:00:00 Z3b1a9bbf-486b-48e7-b0c7-a541d89e7497https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2017/the-cloud-what-are-the-key-risks-and-issuesIn this podcast, Alison Dobson talks about what is meant by the cloud and cloud service agreements, highlighting the key issues and risks you face with both.Mon, 18 Dec 2017 00:00:00 Z3e4b8de9-e26c-4b95-9945-06e5eac71c4dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/kyc-and-aml-compliance-can-blockchains-helpThe Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (the PCMLTFA), imposes several obligations, also known as anti-money laundering (AML) rules, on reporting entities with the purpose of combatting the laundering of proceeds of crime and the financing of terrorist activities.Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 Z8eed9525-4d02-481a-8f0f-27ec49144993https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/do-androids-dream-of-the-equality-actArtificial intelligence (AI) and the so-called 'rise of the robots' is making some people question whether in the future we will have an employer (or even a job) at all.Mon, 27 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z90fc4523-10a6-4a73-b2d3-64314103bcf0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/contracts-and-liabilities-between-controllers-andThe draft guidance aims to help data controllers and data processors understand their roles.Mon, 27 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Zff04781a-90d2-48fd-8240-9864231a02f1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2017/what-ai-means-for-legal-servicesArtificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly developing and with its broad range of applications, ignoring its growth could carry a risk of setbacks to your legal profession. Although AI has come a long way, there are still big challenges yet to overcome in order for the technology to completely develop.Wed, 22 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z33113b3e-9c40-4828-aefe-23a544ba0318https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/white-papers/2017/global-protectionismProtectionism is on the rise and businesses with international relationships must ask themselves: are we leaving ourselves open to the risk or prepared for the opportunity?Tue, 21 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z1a1bdae5-971f-41a9-bdfa-20155f395130https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/trademark-for-black-cab-shape-is-invalidThe trademarked three-dimensional shape of the traditional London taxi has been found invalid by the Court of Appeal of England and Wales.Thu, 16 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z188b4493-3be6-4966-84ec-9f4b8615bee7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/canadian-taxation-of-cryptocurrency-so-farCryptocurrency is digital 'money' that utilizes encryption techniques to regulate the issuance of units and verify their transfer.Tue, 14 Nov 2017 00:00:00 Z659a4169-ac42-47cb-a763-bf1ab3af32c0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/think-cyber-security-is-your-biggest-digital-riskCyber security is certainly a digital risk that is 'of the moment' as recent headline attacks have helped to highlight the issue and bring it to the fore.Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:14:00 Za2e2dfac-8586-4016-9685-3e33e153be0bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/has-russia-finally-stopped-online-piracyOn July 1, 2017 the new Law on Mirror Websites (Federal Law 156 FZ) was adopted by the State Duma. Article 1 of the new law amends the Law on Information, Information Technologies and Information Security (Federal Law 149 FZ). The new law obliges search engines such as Google or Yandex, on receiving a request from Roskomnadzor (the Russian Federal service for supervising all media content), to withhold information about the domain name of an infringing website and any references to mirror websites of permanently blocked websites.Fri, 29 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Ze31f34e4-b421-4ff9-9a43-14f858b3272fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/new-law-regulating-video-on-demand-servicesOn July 1, 2017 the controversial (and sometimes criticised) draft law on online cinemas came into force. The law amends the existing federal law on information, information technologies and protection of information and is directed at video-on-demand (VoD) services.Fri, 29 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Z8084b2d3-02e9-42e3-ab83-f1a602763cechttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/offices-of-search-engine-yandex-raided-in-ukraineOn May 29, 2017 the Kiev and Odessa offices of Russia's top search engine Yandex were raided by the Ukraine State Security Service (SBU) in connection with a criminal investigation for “treason under Article 111 of Ukraine’s Criminal Code”, as reported by SBU spokesperson Olena Gitlyanska.Thu, 28 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Z47604064-43a0-4069-816f-ef34eb54d7a9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/wechat-is-back-onlineOne week after access to WeChat, China's most popular social media app, was cut off in Russia for failure to comply with recently introduced information laws, the app is now available and back online.Wed, 27 Sep 2017 00:00:00 Z6e9c2190-6b53-4dfd-bc9d-c89f8bc92a5chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/chinese-cyber-security-questions-remainDespite coming into force on 1 June 2017, China's new Cyber security Law (the 'Law' or the 'Cybersecurity Law') continues to present many unanswered questions.Wed, 13 Sep 2017 04:38:00 Z9b3d0460-e5bb-41f3-a789-b5fb19217624https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/government-releases-proposed-regulations-for-federOn September 1, 2017, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada) released the proposed text for Regulations to govern mandatory breach reporting and notification under Canada's federal privacy legislation, PIPEDA.Wed, 06 Sep 2017 13:58:00 Z1b779685-3f2c-4678-a448-92b8569f6eaehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/battery-technologies-the-way-forwardNews that the UK has pledged to ban the sale of petrol and diesel cars by 2040 has put a feather in the cap of the electric car industry on the back of claims that charging cars and vans from the grid, like a laptop or phone, is sure to be cleaner than petrol or diesel power.Tue, 05 Sep 2017 10:40:00 Z0c9fb93d-dfb4-400b-a947-83ef78ec3b98https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/reflections-following-the-unicredit-data-breachLast month, Italy's largest bank, UniCredit, confirmed that it had fallen foul of a security breach, impacting approximately 400,000 of its customers.Tue, 29 Aug 2017 00:00:00 Z484bc96a-d0ea-457e-904d-1870ded6d3e6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2017/gowling-wlg-advises-vixs-systems-on-acquisition-byOn August 2, 2017, ViXS Systems Inc. was acquired by Pixelworks, Inc. in an all-stock transaction by way of a plan of arrangement under the Canada Business Corporations Act.Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:00:00 Z5a8f5769-911a-41ab-96c3-1990c3f456b3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/podcasts/2017/employing-people-in-spain-the-key-differences-ukJane Fielding discusses with Santiago Botella Vivo, an expert in Spanish employment law, the main things UK employers need to know if they're considering starting up operations in Spain. Spoiler alert : it's a lot less flexible than the UK.Mon, 24 Jul 2017 00:00:00 Za99850db-2dba-4662-a75f-e75e62fdf06fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/whatsapp-should-we-choose-security-over-privacyHelen Davenport discusses whether the government should interfere in issues such as WhatsApp and encrypted messages.Tue, 11 Jul 2017 00:00:00 Z1c40114a-5042-46bd-b5b0-bcd87b5d1641https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/super-power-are-rechargeable-batteries-transformiAdvances in consumer and industrial technology are creating a new demand for minerals such as lithium, cobalt and graphite and make mining itself more efficient and profitable.Fri, 07 Jul 2017 07:43:00 Zf0671caa-fdc2-4384-966c-0b237e820675https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/supreme-court-of-canada-upholds-global-injunctionIn Google Inc. v. Equustek Solutions Inc., 2017 SCC 34, the Supreme Court of Canada has upheld the injunctions issued by lower courts that required Google to globally de‑index a defendant’s websites which were unlawfully being used to sell the intellectual property of another company.Thu, 06 Jul 2017 00:05:00 Ze3b6f8b9-f46d-4d17-8ed2-044848c9e484https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/blockchains-and-the-future-of-digital-musicSome technological revolutions come suddenly, others come slowly, but this one is coming in regimented ten minute updates to a distributed public ledger.Wed, 31 May 2017 00:00:00 Z402d6e33-28fe-4991-9515-6bfd7e66d2behttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/addressing-cyber-risks-in-a-driverless-futureWith the prospect of fully driverless cars in the UK on the horizon, potential threats from hacking need to be seriously addressed.Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 Z1a226ee0-9999-4d2f-8979-e1a63545b631https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/five-things-to-do-after-your-employee-has-gone-rogThe true impact of corporate espionage is difficult to estimate as the loss of confidential information and data can be hard to monitor and much goes undetected.Thu, 18 May 2017 00:00:00 Z39cdd0b7-02f8-404c-979c-c03d8272121chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/data-centres-and-cloud-providers-part-oneThe volume, profile and relevance of regulation around data has increased significantly in the last few years.Tue, 16 May 2017 03:46:00 Z427fd693-551d-4efe-87da-a843b0058236https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-general-data-protection-regulation-have-yourThe General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into force in the UK on 25 May 2018. In parallel with businesses' activities to be compliant by that date, the regulators are issuing new guidance on various aspects of the GDPR which will shape interpretation and implementation of compliance measures. The regulators are consulting on some aspects, so now is the time to make your voice heard and influence the regulators' view.Mon, 08 May 2017 03:48:00 Z0f81b7d0-69c6-49e5-ad03-1e3803e62e5ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/protecting-trade-secrets-when-employees-departSeveral recent court cases in the United States focus on trade secret misappropriation by employees departing technology companies. These high profile American cases are a reminder that Canadian companies face the same issues.Fri, 05 May 2017 10:13:00 Ze485bd4e-ea2c-47a8-9bb3-fb1487398b10https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/driverless-vehicles-safety-risks-and-regulationDriverless vehicles continue to raise difficult legal and moral questions around safety. What are the regulatory implications for this fast-paced industry?Fri, 28 Apr 2017 11:32:00 Z3b12032a-a6b0-4dd7-80e7-23bd2fa0b3e0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/the-trump-effect-on-corporate-immigration-challGiven the importance of the U.S. market, Canadian businesses need to be able to send key personnel to the United States to support business activities.Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 Zc4fa7452-9ca2-4441-9c41-1e4de46e0da0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/who-should-be-smart-about-smart-contractsSmart contracts are digitally signed promises, which are executed automatically by software code built on blockchain technology.Thu, 23 Mar 2017 00:00:00 Z46774968-f241-4562-a6e9-202400a1573bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/iwatch-not-registrable-as-a-trade-mark-for-a-wearaIn a decision exploring the boundaries of 'descriptive', the English High Court has ruled that IWATCH is not registrable for computers, computer software and certain related goods.Thu, 16 Mar 2017 13:09:00 Zcd22643e-8b4a-4934-addd-1c72346c110dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/house-of-lords-looks-to-accelerate-driverlessA report released today by The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has warned that the UK risks missing out on the benefits of driverless vehicles unless urgent government action is taken.Wed, 15 Mar 2017 08:40:00 Z178d0fcf-c185-4337-ae39-af279e9a183fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/what-brexit-means-for-technologyLooking at the immediate and longer term prospects for US tech businesses operating in the UK, it's very much a tale of two halves.Wed, 11 Jan 2017 04:34:00 Z614bd407-f153-4e57-aca8-f8020c015d46https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2017/how-to-prepare-for-china-s-new-cyber-security-lawOn 10 October 2016, we sent an alert about the second draft of China's new Cyber security law. On 7 November 2016, the draft became law. It will come into effect on 1 June 2017.Mon, 09 Jan 2017 06:36:00 Z36adecee-34ed-4a11-bd4c-321d8147dbf1https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/blockchain-new-regulationsBlockchain technology has received a lot of attention for its potential to revolutionise different sectors, and financial services is widely believed to be the area with the greatest potential for distributed ledger technology (DLT) to transform and disrupt existing processes.Mon, 19 Dec 2016 00:00:00 Ze520dc16-198d-41da-a149-3b6032d608cehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/how-will-blockchain-disrupt-meBlockchain will certainly be a transformative technology, but much of that transformation or disruption will not be readily apparent to most people, at least initially.Thu, 15 Dec 2016 12:52:00 Zef4d42b6-63aa-4e0a-8072-726823b98b9bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/linkedin-unlinked-in-russiaLinkedIn is currently blocked in Russia. One of the world’s largest social networking sites with over 400 million users in 200 countries, LinkedIn has not been accessible in Russia since Nov. 22, 2016. On Nov. 10, 2016, the Moscow City Court upheld a lower court’s decision ordering that the website be blocked for all users in RussiaWed, 07 Dec 2016 16:51:00 Z5c9f6627-75fa-41ca-b608-0a92d0aebd10https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2016/driverless-vehicles-regulating-moral-programmingThis week, in a statement to the US highways regulator, Apple has confirmed that it is working on technology for a self-driving car.Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 Z2b7bff2f-20ed-4405-8483-59dcf6b4b950https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/uk-signals-intent-to-remain-in-the-new-upc-systemThe United Kingdom's Minister for Intellectual Property, Baroness Neville-Rolfe, has announced that the government is proceeding with preparations to ratify the Unified Patent Court Agreement (UPC Agreement).Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:00:00 Z1403aa9d-cbbb-47c7-98f7-a08ab71860b3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/second-draft-of-china-s-new-cyber-security-lawIn July 2016, a second draft of a new cyber security law was released in China, which strengthens controls over the flow of online information and enhances protection of personal data.Mon, 10 Oct 2016 00:00:00 Z7b826bba-ddbf-4db6-a3b5-040a7fbda384https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-ovivo-on-180-million-acquisitGowling WLG advises Ovivo Inc. on $180-million acquisition by SKion Water International GmbH in partnership with Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec.Fri, 16 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Zc0024e78-2dcd-4693-8328-7c2d7263724ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-foxconn-technology-group-on-usOn September 14, 2016, Foxconn Technology Group (Foxconn), a subsidiary of Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd (Hon Hai), completed its US$60-million acquisition of SMART Technologies Inc. (SMART) pursuant to a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporation Act (Alberta).Wed, 14 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Z48c9625c-d685-4358-9915-27f66615ee46https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/russian-bill-on-telemedicine-to-remove-legal-uncerThe advent of high speed internet and telecommunications has made telemedicine possible in Russia. Aiming to overcome geographical barriers and increase access to healthcare services, more medical institutions are using telemedicine.Tue, 06 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Z2a7eb7f3-6895-43d6-9597-de8fc8028704https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-mundomedia-ltd-on-company-buyOn September 2, 2016, MUNDOmedia Ltd. announced that its CEO and Founder, Jason Theofilos, led a company buyout of 100% of the outstanding equity of the company along with private equity investors.Fri, 02 Sep 2016 00:00:00 Zb84ca820-cc64-47ab-bbba-1fdd1a54c53ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-phoenix-contact-on-acquisitionGowling WLG advises Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG on its acquisition of Perle Systems Limited, its first Canadian acquisition.Wed, 31 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Z1169bc14-2ccd-4f3e-90a7-014a57457ae0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2016/designing-computer-games-to-train-managersIn 2015, Gowling WLG developed and piloted a product designed by them and Cognify, the e-learning technology company, to aid HR managers in handling various human resource issues in the workplace.Tue, 30 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Z22c96a8d-d8be-440d-b6e9-558acff5547ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-namaste-technologies-on-vaporsOn July 18, 2016, Namaste Technologies Inc. acquired VaporSeller from Haze Industries Inc.  Namaste has acquired all VaporSeller related website domains, a customer list of over 150,000 names, and related intellectual property, goodwill, and support services, in exchange for US$500,000 in cash, five million shares of Namaste over time and an earn-out of US$1.5 million, subject to revenue and margin controls.Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Z93752bbd-5954-4af6-8771-c2ab59416d05https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2016/technology-to-detect-ip-infringementsGowling WLG was instructed by a major international corporate in the technology space to develop a system to help them combat the online IP infringement epidemic.Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Zc7a7b33d-919e-4351-8122-06e10a3804b9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/helping-the-elderly-get-onlineIn 2015, Gowling WLG was tasked with providing investment and cross-border advice to Breezie, a software and services platform.Tue, 16 Aug 2016 00:00:00 Z781a8951-1d56-441f-abb2-c85e6c7cfc62https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2016/the-tech-sector-one-month-on-from-brexitBrexit has spawned endless alerts, tweets, articles and webinars speculating on the possible outcome and effect of the vote on all areas of our lives including the tech sector.Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Z51b1ed66-ea22-4be8-adf6-99fc2d0f5bb5https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/english-patents-court-rules-patent-not-infringed-fThe English High Court (Patents Court) is a world-leading forum for efficient, high quality resolution of patent disputes. Demonstrating again the benefits of the court's flexible and adaptable procedure, Mr Justice Arnold has delivered a full first instance judgment in a patent infringement case regarding therapeutic patches less than four and a half months after the claim was filed. This is less time than is needed to obtain preliminary relief in many jurisdictions.Thu, 14 Jul 2016 00:00:00 Zd5cae24d-9917-421f-a620-fc20ee831180https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2016/fintech-companies-what-are-the-key-laws-regulatAs financial institutions turn to technology to improve their processes and reduce costs, financial technology or “fintech” companies have entered the marketplace to compete with these institutions.Sun, 19 Jun 2016 09:39:00 Zde99dda5-587c-4c88-8684-0daa80d2579bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/canada-making-it-easier-to-export-to-belarusOn May 7, 2016, Global Affairs Canada announced that it would begin the regulatory process required to remove Belarus from the Area Control List (ACL), thereby lifting export controls that have been in place since December 14, 2006.Mon, 30 May 2016 00:00:00 Zb2ea7dcc-1572-474f-8ac4-cbc2c5cd8c67https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-toople-plc-on-its-placing-andGowling WLG's Capital Markets team has advised Toople PLC on its placing and admission to the Standard Listing segment of the UK Listing Authority's Official List and to trading on the London Stock Exchange's Main Market.Thu, 12 May 2016 04:00:00 Z915052d6-20d7-4ba1-85c5-4df63c8da3b7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2016/socan-acquires-medianetGowling WLG acted as counsel to SOCAN on its acquisition of MediaNet, a music data company that maintains one of the world's largest B2B rights-managed, global music catalogs.Mon, 09 May 2016 00:00:00 Ze1574754-ad34-412a-b69d-e8980a2d4229https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/the-ag-makes-the-hyper-linkAdvocate General (AG) Melchior Wathelet has recommended that the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) adopt a course in the 'GS Media' (Playboy) case that would clarify the status of hyperlinks to copyright infringing material.Fri, 22 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z2a79361e-e9b0-4ee5-a48d-06660d320745https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-turo-on-its-launch-in-canadaGowling WLG advised sharing economy tech company Turo Inc. on its launch into the Canadian market. San Francisco based Turo is the first peer-to-peer car rental company in Canada.Tue, 19 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z215d7a58-0450-4202-99ee-8f35709d6268https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/ma-issues-new-guidance-on-unfair-termsFollowing the commencement of the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA), the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recently issued a series of short-form guides, designed to help small businesses navigate the compliance requirements associated with the new legislation.Mon, 11 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z97aaadc7-0be5-4951-ba2e-0435aac333fbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-aimetis-corp-on-its-acquisitiOn April 1, 2016, Aimetis Corp. was acquired by Senstar Corp., a fully owned subsidiary of Magal Security Systems, Ltd., for US$14 million.Fri, 01 Apr 2016 00:00:00 Z473d5c1d-afb4-41fa-a45a-1ee0822ced78https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/technology-commercialization-forecast-heavy-clouThe Conference Board of Canada regularly publishes a 'Report Card on How Canada Performs' in a number of sectors including, the economy, environment, innovation and health among others.Mon, 28 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z374d7a90-d386-4ce7-8110-f5c23d3b5f4chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/what-does-the-budget-2016-mean-for-the-uk-s-mid-maGeorge Osborne's eighth budget was positioned to a significant extent as 'a budget for business' and there was certainly a number of eye-catching measures.Tue, 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z5534d58e-6f6e-40c5-a6da-0e27694fe5c3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/the-impact-of-smart-contracts-on-the-lawEven though they are still largely theoretical, smart contracts are being hailed as a force that will disrupt a number of industries. However, only superficial attention has been paid to the impact smart contracts will have on contract law and the role of the law in determining where and how smart contracts will be used.Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Zd760b807-f83c-4c15-a112-b1e1a06e1f94https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2016/gowling-wlg-advises-mercia-technologies-plc-on-acqInternational law firm Gowling WLG has advised AIM-quoted Mercia Technologies PLC (Mercia) on its £11 million acquisition of Enterprise Ventures Group Ltd (Enterprise Ventures).Mon, 14 Mar 2016 04:00:00 Z9e52ce69-9dde-4ae6-b8c7-e5e210c89fbehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2017/london-taxi-company-s-trademark-for-the-shape-ofThe trademarked three-dimensional shape of the traditional London taxi has been found invalid by the High Court of England and Wales.Fri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Ze1480ca9-b3a5-4712-92c9-4edf3a1fe1dchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/eu-u-s-privacy-shield-what-you-should-be-doingThe European Commission (EC) has published a draft adequacy decision on the EU - U.S. Privacy Shield which is intended to replace the maligned Safe Harbour decision invalidated by the Schrems decision in October 2015. Information Law team director Kirsten Whitfield comments on the EC's draft decision and gives pointers on what your organisation should be thinking about while we wait for the Privacy Shield to be finalised.Thu, 10 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Z1b607669-fa9d-4070-b5eb-47017bfdc453https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/high-court-considers-factors-for-transfer-to-ipecThe High Court has considered the factors to be taken into account for transfer to the Intellectual Property Enterprise Court (IPEC).Thu, 03 Mar 2016 00:00:00 Zff8e4b92-8284-4ead-b54c-5a72a574f54chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2016/the-top-uk-tech-patent-cases-of-2015Alex Brodie is co-chair of Gowling WLG’s tech sector. This article, co-authored by Tom Foster, associate at Gowling WLG, reviews some of Europe and the UK’s top tech patent cases of the past year.Fri, 26 Feb 2016 00:00:00 Z34e9368e-e16e-469c-8333-84f1683e9af9https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/european-data-protection-regulation-agreed-at-lastIf you thought there was still a chance that the proposed Data Protection Regulation would fall by the wayside, you will be disappointed!Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 Z3fc14437-db29-4026-a914-94ff3926d772https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/isp-blocking-injunctions-are-possible-in-germanyThe German Federal Court of Justice (Bundesgerichtshof) has laid down requirements to obtain injunctions against internet service providers (ISPs) in order to have them block access to websites linking to copyright infringing material (BGH, decisions dated 26 November 2015, case nos. I ZR 3/14 and I ZR 174/14).Wed, 09 Dec 2015 00:00:00 Z97e0a6ab-60d3-4c77-9134-2e8e76d884f6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/ultrafab-acquired-by-ecolab-in-cross-border-transaOn November 5, 2015, Ecolab announced that its subsidiary Nalco Champion based in Houston, Texas had acquired the assets and operations of Ultra Fab Industries Ltd. (Ultrafab), based in Calgary, Alberta.Thu, 05 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Zb4f30c41-8d18-42f8-93fa-aae698611407https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/vringo-v-zte-frand-terms-and-injunctive-reliefLitigation is pending before the courts in the UK in which guidance is expected on how a fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) rate in standards-based industries, such as the mobile telecommunications market, is to be determined. It is likely that the court will determine royalties with reference to real-life, comparable portfolio licences, although some in the industry are advocating alternative approaches such as "smallest saleable practising unit", despite little or no legal basis for such an approach.Wed, 04 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Zf36f0de2-46bb-4de3-9048-71c8cdeae45chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/northern-aspect-resources-closes-qualifying-transaOn November 4, 2015, BTL Group Ltd. (formerly Northern Aspect Resources Ltd.) (BTL), announced that it had closed its previously announced qualifying transaction with Blockchain Tech Ltd. (Blockchain).Wed, 04 Nov 2015 00:00:00 Zeed18ada-7790-431a-ae06-840487527a95https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/mcrock-capital-leads-4-million-series-a-financingOn October 27, 2015, McRock iNFund LP, an Industrial Internet of Things (“IIoT”) venture capital fund managed by McRock Capital, announced that it had led a $4 million Series A financing in Invixium.Tue, 27 Oct 2015 00:00:00 Z52c26a36-b405-4a0d-9784-cef7a8cd2490https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/georgian-partners-participates-in-35-million-expaOn September 23, 2015, ScribbleLive, a global leader in digital content marketing, announced the closing of its expansion round of funding.Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Zf0f00c18-e41f-48bf-a31f-5cc548f57728https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/perk-com-acquires-appredeemOn September 21, 2015, Perk.com Inc. (TSX: PER) announced that it had completed the acquisition of AppRedeem, Inc. pursuant to an all stock transaction.Mon, 21 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z40ef5aa4-96be-40a7-ab55-3a648d68e7c3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/digital-underground-media-target-of-planned-us15On September 7, 2015, Forward Dimension Capital (FDC), a small to mid-market private equity fund based in London, England, announced a planned investment of US$15 million over the next 18 months in Vancouver-based Digital Underground Media Inc.Mon, 07 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Ze7927115-3a00-497f-a362-03b7e3addd48https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/companies-act-amends-accelerated-or-deferredThis is an update to our alert More regulation for UK companies: changes to the Companies Act 2006 issued on 4 August 2015.Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z928847cb-5813-4a32-a550-b91c1a1aa8b7https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/federal-court-of-appeal-comments-on-standard-of-reOn Aug. 18, 2015, the Federal Court of Appeal dismissed two appeals by ABB Technology AG, ABB Inc., and ABB AG (collectively, ABB) in the context of a patent infringementdispute against Hyundai Heavy Industries Co, Ltd (HHI) related to gas-insulated electrical switchgear assemblies used in electrical power transmission.Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 Z21239265-3d87-4310-ab74-738dff06fb97https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/vubiquity-completes-cross-border-acquisition-of-leOn August 31, 2015, VUBIQUITY, the leading global provider of premium content services, announced the acquisition of Juice Worldwide.Mon, 31 Aug 2015 00:00:00 Z76ac3f48-cf07-4e54-97ae-2378574fed05https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/personas-com-acquires-common-shares-of-keek-and-enOn August 14, 2015, leading mobile video social network Keek Inc. (TSXV: KEK) (OTCQX: KEEKF) announced that it had entered into a technology platform licence agreement with Personas.com Corporation. Personas.com is the world’s first mobile commerce powered social network.Fri, 14 Aug 2015 00:00:00 Z5cb91f8d-5103-4f69-b137-99e24b671330https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/data-protection-regulation-another-step-closerAre we nearly there yet with a final form of the Data Protection Regulation? And more importantly, are we any closer to knowing what this will mean in practice - one law for all of Europe, a one-stop shop to regulate disputes and fines of 2% or 5% of annual global turnover?Wed, 15 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z2130f800-fb40-4880-a835-f8f57bef29bdhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/perk-com-completes-qualifying-transaction-includinOn July 10, 2015, Perk.com Inc. (the "Corporation"), formerly Mira VI Acquisition Corp. completed its qualifying transaction (the “Qualifying Transaction”) pursuant to Policy 2.4 - Capital Pool Companies of the TSX Venture Exchange.Fri, 10 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z59f68fb6-167a-4e13-acaf-33ef37b6cc20https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2015/apex-technology-completes-cross-border-merger-withOn July 17, 2015, Apex Technology Co., Ltd. (SZSE: 002180) and Static Control Components, Inc. completed their previously announced strategic merger.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z561be397-6ad7-4f9a-83b3-1447aa0cf019https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/procurify-closes-4-million-seed-investment-from-nOn July 21, 2015, Procurify (EKA Innovations Inc.), announced the closing of US$4 million in seed funding from Point Nine Capital, Nexus Venture Partners, the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Ryan Holmes and Steve Johnson of Hootsuite Media Inc., and others.Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:00:00 Z1506f144-13d1-48cc-bab8-6222ab1910b6https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-cloud-computing-contract-playbook-contractingIt's essential that you protect your company when negotiating cloud computing contracts. While cloud computing is virtual, its usage is still based on two companies doing business.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 Z9fc649c4-f40c-4b48-9d49-16593bb2c17ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/mcrock-capital-joins-6-million-series-a-round-ofOn May 14, 2015, McRock iNFund LP, an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) venture capital fund managed by McRock Capital, announced its participation in the $6 million Series A financing of mnubo, the Internet of Things (IoT) Data Analytics Startup, alongside of White Star Capital.Thu, 14 May 2015 00:00:00 Z3af04c6d-2c7d-4cd3-9d66-8532153203d3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/why-the-sky-is-the-limit-for-skypeSky has successfully opposed Skype's trade mark application for word and device Community trade marks for SKYPE. Skype sought the registrations for audiovisual goods, telephony and photography goods and computer services relating to software or to the creation or hosting of websites. Sky relied on its earlier word mark for SKY, filed for identical goods and services, before the General Court of the European Union.Fri, 08 May 2015 00:00:00 Z8b44665b-ad2b-46cc-b77f-713fade8cae0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/spain-s-challenge-to-the-unitary-patent-rejectedAs we predicted in November last year, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has dismissed Spain's challenge to the legality of the regulations establishing the Unitary Patent.Thu, 07 May 2015 00:00:00 Z299ec5cb-e4b9-4566-bc4b-ae043046340ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/bill-s-4-proposed-amendments-to-pipedaBill S-4, an Act to amend the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act and to make a consequential amendment to another Act (short title: Digital Privacy Act) was introduced in the Senate on April 8, 2014, and was passed with one amendment on June 16, 2014.Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 Z4a8ba66f-69e5-40b4-a2c7-079d5fef359chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/client-work/2015/kuangchi-science-invests-17-million-in-solar-shipOn May 29, 2015, KuangChi Science Ltd. (SEHK: 439) completed its investment of $17 million in Solar Ship Inc. for a 32.58% interest in the company.Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 Z4462049b-8039-44d9-9c9f-090802efc4abhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/perk-com-acquires-tsavo-mobile-mediaOn April 17, 2015, Perk.com Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Perk.com Inc. (“Perk.com”), acquired certain assets and assumed specific liabilities of Tsavo Mobile Media, a division of Orion Foundry (Canada) Inc., including websites, mobile apps, employees, technology and capital assets.Fri, 17 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z67981540-8799-4a47-8b3d-73d89b5247bchttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/life-imprisonment-for-cyber-crime-a-possibilityThe government has toughened its stance on cyber-crime with changes to the Computer Misuse Act 1990 (the CMA) due to come into force on 3 May 2015.Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z51433ae9-6a1a-4166-85fa-28f64c04ef31https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-safari-workaround-case-against-google-in-tThe Court of Appeal has upheld the judgment of Tugendhat J. in Vidal-Hall v Google Inc, allowing a number of claimants to serve proceedings out of the jurisdiction on Google Inc. for breach of their right to privacy, or alternatively for breach of Google's obligations under the Data Protection Act, 1998 (DPA).Thu, 09 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z193d12bf-2905-465b-88c7-8244fba8403ehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/georgian-partners-closes-growth-equity-fund-raisinOn April 9, 2015, Georgian Partners completed the final closing for its second growth equity fund, Georgian Partners Growth Fund II (the “Fund”), with $200 million in committed capital.Thu, 09 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Ze197b589-93c4-46c5-8b00-5f437aceb921https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/videos/2015/building-client-relationships-the-use-of-digitalGuy Shone, Managing Director of finance industry research firm ExplaintheMarket & business columnist for the Metro newspaper, speaks to co-chair of Wragge Lawrence Graham & Co's Tech Sector team, Alexandra Brodie, about the importance of an innovative approach when it comes to building client relationships and the use of digital media.Tue, 07 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z50f71cba-9995-4d20-b00c-0b5502a04224https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/how-the-iab-s-guidance-on-native-ads-could-preservThis article was originally published in the March edition of E-Commerce Law and Policy.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z37216d2c-f034-49d5-8055-4801efe05593https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/cisco-acquires-embraneOn April 13, 2015, Cisco Systems, Inc. completed the acquisition of Embrane, Inc., a provider of a lifecycle-management platform for application-centric network services.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z5e085e30-e5e9-4f33-aedf-aeeddd9dd4bfhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/metamaterial-technologies-receives-2-million-inveOn April 27, 2015, Halifax-based Metamaterial Technologies Inc. announced a $2 million investment from Innovacorp, Nova Scotia's early stage venture capital organization.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z1b60dfa5-6021-46e6-83de-6ede02173c55https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/tandem-expansion-fund-acquires-majority-interest-iOn April 2, 2015, Averna announced that Tandem Expansion Fund had acquired a majority interest in the company.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Z649e47b9-d2f5-4518-bd87-8cba0d8c0cdahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/canadian-competition-bureau-s-ipegsThe Canadian Competition Bureau is in the midst of a two-stage process to update its Intellectual Property Enforcement Guidelines (IPEGs).Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Za162f9f1-e47e-45dd-85f5-a732d1a9e396https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/chango-acquired-by-rubicon-project-in-cross-borderOn April 27, 2015, Rubicon Project (NYSE: RUBI), a global technology company leading the automation of advertising, announced the completion of the acquisition of Chango Inc.Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 Ze8fa320c-8ff0-4f67-9ebd-edf3c94d1cb0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/cloud-data-protection-and-securityLast month Microsoft adopted the first international cloud privacy standard. Described as marking a major milestone for cloud privacy, the standard in question ISO/ IEC 27018:2014. If adopted more widely could this lead to greater confidence in data security and privacy in cloud computing?Mon, 23 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Zfead9c89-4dce-4869-a05e-914f72f2c606https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/how-transparent-is-your-supply-chainOur Commercial IT and Outsourcing team looks at the transparency measure in the Modern Slavery Bill, the effect this may have on businesses and how businesses can prepare themselves...Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Zb6769ae9-2165-4122-9cd4-c95a5b535b1chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/could-some-cookies-outlive-the-pyramidsWragge Lawrence Graham & Co's privacy experts examine the findings of a new report on cookie usage, explain what it might mean for websites in the future and provide their top 10 cookie tips.Mon, 16 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Z1000a631-6b0b-47b4-873c-43c56d8a757dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/rescuing-personal-data-from-an-unsafe-harborU.S. companies may need to consider alternative means to comply with the strict European Data Protection Laws as German data protection authorities take matters into their own hands: the DPAs of Berlin and Bremen are filing proceedings against U.S. companies that allegedly do not comply with the Safe Harbor framework.Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Zaa9733cf-067f-490a-9e43-2a5f12f6d236https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/quickplay-completes-cross-border-acquisition-of-roOn March 4, 2015, Toronto-based Quickplay, the global expert in powering premium video to any device, announced the acquisition of New Jersey-based Roundbox Inc., the leading technology provider for the optimization of video and other data-intensive applications over mobile networks.Sun, 01 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Z01e2d5ef-f1fe-42da-8a90-f45be399599ahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/crtc-seeks-to-enforce-casl-with-1-1-million-penalOn March 5, 2015, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) issued the first notice of violation under Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), seeking a penalty of $1.1 million from a Québec-based company, Compu-Finder, for alleged violations of the law.Sun, 01 Mar 2015 00:00:00 Z27c8c845-93c3-4b17-9fa6-0ff550cff99fhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/the-data-protection-regulation-are-we-there-yetOn the 9th European Data Protection Day, (28 January 2015) European Vice-President Andrus Ansip and Commissioner Věra Jourová, made a joint statement in which they announced it was 'a day to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of protecting personal data, a fundamental right for everyone in the EU'.Tue, 24 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Z2b7a0e03-7fce-4785-b343-2a23486281d3https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/mcrock-capital-leads-3-million-series-a-financingOn February 19, 2015, McRock iNFund LP, an Industrial Internet of Things (“IIoT”) venture capital fund managed by McRock Capital Corporation, led a $3 million Series A financing in Moncton-based RtTech Software Inc.Thu, 19 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Z69effd0c-9ab5-483b-a3f4-4741ce3113d0https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/cma-issues-a-call-on-the-use-of-consumer-dataAs part of a project to understand how firms collect and use consumer data, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), which took over the functions of the Competition Commission competition and certain functions of the Office of Fair Trading in April 2014, issued a call for information on 27 January 2015 on the commercial use of consumer data.Tue, 03 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Zfea5faf1-7715-4406-b26e-f28663f5dea2https://gowlingwlg.com/en-gb/insights-resources/articles/2015/powers-duties-and-liabilities-of-directors-and-ofThe law imposes a high standard of conduct on directors and officers. If a director or officer falls below this standard, they may face personal liability.Sun, 01 Feb 2015 00:00:00 Zb53537a1-4431-4716-8571-ed5fe450fc18https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2015/prohibition-notices-if-it-ain-t-broke-don-t-fixProhibition notices are serious enforcement measures that form part of the recipient’s criminal record and can be costly in terms of achieving compliance with their terms, which can be highly prescriptive, and due to the impact they can have upon reputation and tender opportunities.Wed, 21 Jan 2015 00:00:00 Z0e89d75b-e16d-4fdc-8061-4b221cdff76chttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2015/precision-nanosystems-and-arcturus-therapeutics-anOn January 9, 2015, Precision NanoSystems, a leader in the development and application of microfluidics for the manufacture of nanomedicines; and, Arcturus Therapeutics, a leading small interfering RNA (siRNA) and messenger RNA (mRNA) drug discovery and development company, announced a partnership for the manufacture of RNA medicines.Thu, 01 Jan 2015 00:00:00 Z01df98da-6460-412d-af43-f1552d987f05https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/the-comptroller-of-patents-has-been-given-extra-poThe Comptroller of Patents has been given extra powers to revoke patents based on lack of novelty or inventive step.Wed, 08 Oct 2014 00:00:00 Zfff4d91f-209d-49b9-b503-bd915939f18bhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/implied-terms-and-exclusion-clauses-another-usefuFujitsu Services Ltd v IBM United Kingdom Ltd serves as a useful reminder of the court's approach to implying terms into a contract (here, implied fiduciary duties and implied duties of good faith) and the construction of exclusion clauses. It is of particular relevance to organisations entering into partnering arrangements, for example in the context of jointly bidding for work, and long term commercial contracts.Tue, 09 Sep 2014 00:00:00 Zb724224d-c862-4c26-92eb-3d8db3c2c880https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/client-work/2014/printeron-acquired-by-samsung-electronicsOn September 2, 2014, global technology leader Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. announced its acquisition of PrinterOn®, a pioneer in mobile cloud printing solutions based in Ontario and the world's leading enterprise-grade mobile printing platform.Tue, 02 Sep 2014 00:00:00 Z3007bff9-874c-4491-8a29-facfe8d3727dhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/patentability-of-computer-implemented-inventionsEvery patentee must understand that each patent system has evolved a unique way in which to effectively deal with the limits of patentable subject matter.Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:00:00 Zdfab60dd-7f2a-481d-971d-c4c38eb80744https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/refusing-to-mediate-a-brave-decisionIt is a well-established principle that serious cost consequences may flow from an unreasonable refusal to engage in alternative dispute resolution (ADR). If further support was needed for this principle it has come in the case of Phillip Garritt-Critchley & Others v Andrew Ronnan & Solarpower PV Limited [2014].Tue, 10 Jun 2014 00:00:00 Zc17c9909-087f-4795-a9f1-1ca709e54039https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/abusive-domain-name-registrationsAhead of the release of a new wave of .uk domain names on 10 June 2014, we provide an overview of the potential developments for the UK internet registry Nominet in the coming year and also look at some of the highlight Nominet decisions relating to the abusive registration of .uk domain names in the last 12 months.Mon, 09 Jun 2014 00:00:00 Zec57bfa7-30b2-45a9-8ae3-a1f121a5cdbahttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/preparing-your-organization-for-casl-s-commercialThe world's toughest anti-spam and malware law, commonly known as Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), will come into force in Canada on July 1, 2014.Tue, 01 Apr 2014 00:00:00 Ze63a4a59-7c7d-4b5f-8655-cddc7149a8bbhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/i-want-my-data-backOn termination of an IT services contract, a customer's key priority is to regain control of its data. However, an outgoing supplier hosting the customer's data will often hold on to that data in order to exercise commercial leverage to either get paid outstanding sums which may be disputed or in order to charge for transferring the data back in-house or to a new service provider.Wed, 19 Mar 2014 00:00:00 Zc1602439-db17-4024-bc11-62e31ae3cae4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2014/is-safe-harbor-enough-to-protect-eu-personal-dataChanges to the Safe Harbor regime will almost certainly be made in 2014 but what should companies doing business with US entities do in the meantime?Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:00:00 Z8db8430f-d3d3-4a4c-92f6-258946126c27https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2013/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-software-and-bFri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 Z1246de30-7d19-4dcd-a141-3dda827e61f4https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2012/navigating-the-patent-process-four-hot-tips-for-sThu, 12 Jul 2012 00:00:00 Z17f48bb3-1932-45dd-915a-cf8875c624ffhttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2011/canadian-technology-law-issues-2011-12Gowlings is pleased to present the third edition of Canadian Technology Law Issues.Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 Z735ec434-c18b-48db-b47f-b8c37c0fa7eehttps://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2010/whiteboard-tech-law-legal-tips-for-tech-startupOur legal professionals share their expertise with you on a range of issues affecting technology companies including tips for startups, protecting your IP property, outsourcing, agreements and much more.Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 Z985465fc-0338-4d98-9183-e13fb8349c96https://gowlingwlg.com/en-GB/insights-resources/articles/2010/copy-of-whiteboard-tech-law-legal-tips-for-tech-startupOur legal professionals share their expertise with you on a range of issues affecting technology companies including tips for startups, protecting your IP property, outsourcing, agreements and much more.Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 Z