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Fieldfisher's PodcastTransparency Pays Episode 2 – EU Pay Transparency Directive – project stakeholders and co-ordinationJoin us for the latest episode of Transparency Pays, a podcast about the EU Pay Transparency Directive and its practical implications for businesses.In this episode, Anna Youngs from Fieldfisher's Employment Team talks with experts Rupert Hudspith, HR Consultant about co-ordination of multi-jurisdictional pay transparency projects, and the key stakeholders who may need to be involved. This series provides key insights and practical advice on pay transparency to help your organisation stay informed and be prepared.2025-05-0215 min
Technology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates – March 20252025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for data and privacy. Dive into the hottest stories from March in this month's episode of the Fieldfisher Data & Privacy Matters podcast.Listen here to keep updated!Read more here.2025-04-1521 min
Legal Club SandwichTalk #82 : L’art : quand le droit s’emmêle les pinceaux…La toute nouvelle émission du Legal Club Sandwich, Saison 10 est disponible !Et, on y parle du droit de l’art !L’invité de cette 82e émission (!) @Pierre Valentin, avocat au Barreau de Londres et au cabinet @fieldfisher, spécialiste du droit des Arts plastiques, nous invite à la découverte de son métier et de ses secrets ! Il nous raconte aussi comment sa passion lui a permis de trouver sa voie dans le droit !Il répond à toutes les questions de nos chroniqueurs (« en très grande forme ») @Audre...2025-04-1443 min
Bytesize Legal Updates | FieldfisherBytesize Legal Update: Automated decision making back in the spotlightIn the recent case C 203/22 (Dun & Bradstreet Austria), the court of Justice has returned to the issue of automated decision-making and provided some useful clarification on what information needs to be disclosed about this kind of data processing to data subjects – in particular, addressing the question of how these obligations interact with trade secrets rules.In our latest Bytesize Legal Update, Fieldfisher's James Russell and Richard Lawne unpick what the court decided, how this decision adds to the previous caselaw like SCHUFA, and ultimately what this means for companies that use automated decision-making as part of their bu...2025-04-0211 min
Technology, Data and PrivacyData and Privacy Matters: Legal updates - February 2025February was another eventful month in the world of data and privacy, so join us as we delve into the latest news in this month's episode of the Fieldfisher Data & Privacy Matters podcast.Martin McElroy, Matthew Gregson, and Jonathan Comfort kick off the episode with a look at the latest AI developments, including the European Commission's draft guidelines on prohibited AI practices and the continued scrutiny of the Chinese AI tool DeepSeek by various EU authorities. We also comment on the Paris AI Summit and the expanding scope of the European Data Protection Board's ChatGPT task force...2025-03-1815 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastNew era for economic crime enforcement against corporates in the UK: How hostile will it be?In this podcast, corporate partner, Tim Bird, speaks to specialist economic crime partner, Quinton Newcomb, to get the lowdown on the new era for economic crime enforcement against corporates in the UK.Read more here.2025-03-1220 min
Legal Tech Verzeichnis - Legal Tech & Legal KI TalkFieldfisher X - Scalable Legal ServicesInterview mit Dr. Jan Wildhirth
In der aktuellen Folge des Legal Tech Verzeichnis Podcast interviewt LTV Herausgeber Patrick Prior den Partner für Legal Technology & Operations und Managing Director von Fieldfisher X in Berlin Dr. Jan Wildhirth. Folgende Themen wurden dabei besprochen:
1. Fieldfisher X als skalierbare Rechtsdienstleistung:
Fieldfisher X ist eine moderne Rechtsanwaltsgesellschaft, die juristische Exzellenz mit Technologie und optimierten Prozessen kombiniert, um effiziente Lösungen für juristische Probleme bereitzustellen.
2. Fokus auf Automatisierung und Technologie:
Das Unternehmen entwickelt eigene Lösungen für juristische Dienstleistungen, nutzt Low-Code- und No-Code-Technologien und setzt auf Produktmanager, um skalierbare, innovative Rechtslösungen zu gestal...2025-03-1036 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastTransparency Pays Episode 1 - EU Pay Transparency Directive and its implications for businessesJoin us for the first episode of Transparency Pays, a podcast about the EU Pay Transparency Directive and its practical implications for businesses. In this episode, Anna Youngs from Fieldfisher's Employment Team talks with experts Rupert Hudspith, HR Consultant, and Dave Finlay, Head of Reward and Benefits at Fieldfisher. Read more here.2025-03-0611 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastNavigating US-EU Legal Opportunities: Reflections from the IBA Conference in TexasFollowing Tim Bird's recent trip to Austin, Houston and Nashville a lot of people are asking where the current opportunities lie for businesses in Europe focused on the USA. In this podcast, Tim also shares his brief thoughts following the recent IBA conference "Silicon Hills – start-up to exit". Read more here.2025-03-0604 min
Technology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates - January 2025January was a busy start to 2025 in the world of data and privacy so join us in this month's episode of the Fieldfisher's Data & Privacy Matters podcast to get some insight into the key news.Lorna Cropper, Charley Guile, and Salma Eleyan start the episode discussing China's latest AI model, its industry impact, and the swift regulatory responses. They also delve into the UK government's AI Opportunities Action Plan and the ICO's reaction to this ambitious strategy.Read more here.2025-02-1433 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastTop 10 Deal Killers: Share BuybacksJoin us in the first episode of Top 10 Deal Killers, focusing on the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), this podcast aims to clarify the M&A process and make it more cost-effective for businesses. In this series, Tim Bird, a partner in Fieldfisher's M&A team will share insights gathered from discussions with clients and colleagues, tackling some of the most pressing issues and costly pitfalls in the world of M&A. Read more here.2025-02-0507 min
Grow ConversationsS2 E12- Your Rights as a UK Medical Cannabis Patient: Rob Jappie of Fieldfisher LLPIn this episode, Alex speaks to cannabis regulatory specialist Robert Jappie who is a Partner of law firm Fieldfisher LLP.Robert specialises in emerging life sciences industries and is recognised as a leading legal expert in progressive areas of regulation, such as medical cannabis, CBD consumer products, and food-technology. He began his career as a criminal defence lawyer and chose to focus on cannabis regulation five years ago. Find out more about him at: https://www.fieldfisher.com/en/people...Discussing a range of topics including: • How Rob specialised in cannabis regulation2025-01-2945 min
Technology, Data and PrivacyData and Privacy Matters: Legal Updates - December 2024Join the team as Lorna Cropper, Chloe Abbot and Anna Rawlinson discuss the European Data Protection Board’s (EDPB) opinion regarding AI models and personal data processing including the considerations that must be assessed on a case-by-case basis, particularly when using legitimate interests as a foundation for AI development.Lorna then turns to the EU's progress on the General Purpose AI Code of Practice, which guides AI providers on compliance with the AI Act. This draft involves several working groups, and the next iteration is expected soon, aimed at ensuring seamless integration and practicality.Anna fo...2025-01-2127 min
Technology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates - November 2024In the latest episode of Fieldfisher's Data and Privacy Matters podcast, Nuria Pastor, Sophia Steiger and Elle Calam explore the key data and privacy news from November 2024. They take us through the latest on European data transfer developments, a wealth of newly published ICO guidance, codes and recommendations across a range of different sectors, UK and EU legislative updates and, last but not least, a round-up of the month's enforcement action! For a list of sources of the news discuss see here.2024-12-1716 minTechnology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates – September 2024The latest episode of Fieldfisher's Data and Privacy Matters podcast, hosted by Nuria Pastor, Charley Guile, and Imogen Boffin, provides a roundup of major legal updates for September. Discussion topics include new EU standard contractual clauses, collaboration between the European Commission and EDPB, Californian legislation on AI deepfakes, NIST's new AI risk management program, and updates on AI-related legal actions involving Meta, LinkedIn, and Google. The episode also covers GDPR-related court rulings, including subsidiary fine calculations and supervisory authority discretion, as well as fines imposed by the French and Irish data protection authorities on businesses for GDPR v...2024-12-0320 min
Technology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates – October 2024In the latest episode of Fieldfisher's Data and Privacy Matters podcast, Camille Ebden, Anna Rawlinson and Sophia Steiger explore the key data and privacy news from October 2024. From the Data (Use and Access) Bill, headlines from across the EDPB, CJEU and ICO, cyber security regulatory updates and a round-up of the month's enforcement action, this is a jam-packed episode! For a list of sources of the news discuss see here.2024-11-1125 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastAfrica Week 2024: In it for the long haul? Investing in Africa's transport infrastructureIn the concluding episode of Fieldfisher's Africa Week 2024, Cecily Davis, partner in Fieldfishers Construction Practice talks to Tony Burkson, CEO of VAOB Infrastructure Group . Known for his entrepreneurial spirit and visionary approach, Tony discusses his focus on revolutionising infrastructure financing in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly within the rail sector. The conversation explores the disparity in rail infrastructure development between East, Southern, and West Africa, highlighting maintenance and governance issues. Tony also reflects on geopolitical influences, his experiences promoting trade between the UK and Africa, and the challenges of involving UK companies in African infrastructure projects. He discusses potential g...2024-10-1825 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastAfrica Week 2024: AI in Africa - Navigating the challenges and seizing the opportunitiesJoin Natalie Farmer, a partner FieldFisher's technology and Data group, and Akua Gyekye, Director of Government Affairs and Legal for Africa at Microsoft, in this latest episode of the FieldFisher Africa Week 2024 podcast. They explore the transformative potential of AI across Africa, discussing initiatives like Microsoft's Airband project and partnerships with Liquid Intelligent Technologies that enhance internet access and digital literacy. Discover AI's impact on economic growth, healthcare, agriculture, and financial services, and the role of digital skills training through LinkedIn Learning. Experts delve into AI regulation complexities under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AF...2024-10-1729 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastAfrica Week 2024: Tackling ESG compliance in the mining sectorIn this insightful episode of Fieldfisher's Africa Week 2024 podcast, hosts Quinton Newcomb, Partner, and Natalie Quinlivan, Director, from Fieldfisher's commercial crime team, along with special guest Dr. Sarah Gordon, CEO of Satarla, delve into ESG compliance in the mining sector. Dr. Gordon explains the significance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and their impact on the mining industry, particularly in the transition to net zero. The discussion sheds light on the essential role of minerals and metals from mining in developing renewable technologies. The podcast also navigates the societal challenges mining faces, especially in Africa, and h...2024-10-1628 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastAfrica Week 2024: Managing African WealthIn this latest episode In Fieldfisher's Africa Week 2024 Danjuma Mshelia, an Associate in the London Private Client team, interviews Paul Agbaje, Head of Africa at SING Alliance. They discuss the growing trend of family offices among wealthy African families and the challenges these families face compared to those in developed markets. The conversation covers the importance of family offices in managing unique financial needs, intergenerational wealth transfer, and the rising interest in impact investing and philanthropy. Paul shares insights into the local opportunities available to African families and highlights the vital role of expertise and global perspective i...2024-10-1523 min
Fieldfisher's PodcastAfrica Week 2024: A just transition? The role of natural gas in the transition and alleviation of energy poverty in AfricaIn this episode, Oliver Abel Smith, a Partner in Fieldfisher's London finance group, welcomes Nigel Penney, CFO of Aminex PLC, to discuss the company's operations in Tanzania as part of Fieldfisher's Africa Week 2024. Nigel shares insights on Aminex's focus on natural gas development, the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to low-carbon energy in Africa, and the company's commitment to ESG principles. The discussion highlights the importance of natural gas in alleviating energy poverty in Tanzania, addressing challenges faced by African countries, and ensuring community engagement while developing energy resources.2024-10-1427 min
Bytesize Legal Updates | FieldfisherBytesize Legal Update – Snap's DPIA for MyAI scrutinised by the UK data protection regulatorThe Fieldfisher Silicon Valley team delve into the final decision issued by the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) in relation to Snap's data protection impact assessment (DPIA) for its MyAI chatbot. Megan Ward and Hannah El Gazzar discuss how Snap's initial DPIA fell short of the UK GDPR requirements and why the ICO concluded that Snap's revised DPIA was compliant, and highlight the learning points for organisations conducting DPIAs, particularly when that DPIA relates to AI powered features. 2024-09-1212 minTechnology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates – August 2024In this action-packed eighth episode of Fieldfisher's Data & Privacy Matters podcast, Lorna Cropper, Martin McElroy and Laura Williams look at the key data and privacy news from August 2024. They take us through EU AI Act coming into force, the ICO's latest consultation on generative AI and the latest enforcement news from the EU and the UK. The episode explores the ICO's announcement in relation to social media and video sharing platforms and their children's privacy practices, how the new ICO privacy notice generator may help organisations and SMEs and the news that the ICO will be reviewing t...2024-09-1020 minTechnology, Data and PrivacyData & Privacy Matters: Legal Updates – July 2024It may be summertime and holiday season in the northern hemisphere but the world of data and privacy does not seem to pause. July was another month filled with news and developments. Tune in to the latest episode of Fieldfisher's Data & Privacy Matters podcast, as Lorna Cropper, Charley Guile and Sophia Steiger look at this month's key issues and takeaways this month.They start with news about the EU AI Act entering the Official Journal and how you can get involved with the AI Office's first Code of Practice or respond to its consultation on trustworthy general-purposes AI...2024-08-0821 minTechnology, Data and PrivacyAutomation Unwrapped: Simon Meakins, Director of Advanced Air Mobility at Bristow GroupIn the latest episode of Automation Unwrapped. John Cassels, a Partner at FieldFisher interviews Simon Meakins, Director of Advanced Air Mobility at Bristow Group. They discuss Simon's aviation career, autonomous technology's impact, and the future of electric powertrains and autonomy in aviation. Simon highlights regulatory challenges, technological advancements, and exciting developments expected in the near future.2024-08-0510 minBytesize Legal Updates | FieldfisherBytesize Legal Update - The EU AI Act becomes law - what now?It's finally here - the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) has now been published in the Official Journal of the European Union and will enter into force on the 1st of August 2024. So what happens now?In this episode, we explore what the timeline for implementation of the Act looks like, what are the priorities businesses need to be considering now, and what steps they can be taking now in order to prepare. Cutting through hundreds of pages of new law, Fieldfisher's Flick Fisher, Richard Lawne, and James Russell distill down the key t...2024-07-1813 minTechnology, Data and PrivacyEU AI Act is published and enters into forceTune in to the action-packed latest episode of Fieldfisher's Technology Data and Privacy podcast and join our host Olivier Proust, Partner in our Brussels office in our Tech and Data team, as he dives into the groundbreaking AI Act which was published in the EU's Official Journal on 12th July. Olivier is joined by the insightful Laura Caroli, Senior Policy Advisor at the European Parliament, who played a pivotal role during the legislative process of this significant regulation as the MEP Assistant who worked and negotiated the text on behalf of the European Parliament. Olivier and L...2024-07-1723 min