Podcasts about Linklaters

In this episode of the Ankura podcast, Lorynn Demetriades is joined by Rebecca McGregor from Linklaters and Ankura colleague Steven Richards to explore the underlying concerns and pressures that lead auditors to engage more aggressively with the investigative process and best practises that companies can employ when faced with enhanced audit scrutiny related to investigations or issues that are flagged for investigation during the course of their audit.

In this episode of B2B Marketing: The Provocative Truth, Benedict speaks with Nick Rose, Head of Brand Marketing and Digital Communications at Linklaters, to unpack the complex (and often misunderstood) relationship between personal and corporate branding in professional services. From law firm conservatism to the growing influence of digital-native employees, Nick shares how modern firms must align internal values, embrace personal brands, and evolve their corporate brand strategies, or risk becoming irrelevant.

In this episode of CB Up for Discussion, we are joined by Penny Barsha, Asia Head of Corporate Responsibility at Linklaters, and Rachel Li, Head of Case Management and Research at HELP for Domestic Workers. Together, they share their inspiring collaboration on the HELPline program, an initiative that provides emergency support, shelter, and comprehensive assistance to migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong. Throughout the episode, we explore several key areas: • Penny and Rachel discuss the inception of HELPline and how the partnership between Linklaters and HELP has evolved over the years to address the critical needs of migrant domestic workers. • We learn about the challenges faced by migrant domestic workers in Hong Kong, including employment disputes, debt cycles, immigration issues, and access to healthcare. • The tangible impacts of HELPline are highlighted through inspiring stories of transformation, such as Lillian's journey from exploitation to becoming a community leader. • The importance of corporate partnerships with grassroots organizations is emphasized, with advice on how businesses can create meaningful CSR initiatives that align with community needs. • Penny and Rachel share their thoughts on empathy and curiosity as essential tools for creating lasting change in society. Join us for an enlightening conversation about how corporates and NGOs can work together to empower marginalized communities and make a ripple of change across society. Tune in now!

A firm's culture isn't what it says, it's what it tolerates.In this episode, I'm spotlighting some of the key leaders in law. We talk about the topic of culture in the legal industry.This episode features the following people:Simon GoldbergLet me introduce you to Simon Goldberg, senior partner of SMB (Simons Muirhead Burton), one of the law firms representing the individuals and families affected by the post office scandal.Is there tension between making money and being ethical in law and does this lead to a culture of toxicity?Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/65SA64NOBWRIyYfwz4SGbM William PeakeLet me introduce you to William Peake, the global managing partner of international law firm Harneys.We touch on how leadership can help improve the legal industry by creating a more supportive and growth-focused environment for everyone involved.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5emMZHn8FNseul1eKbFfndGary MillerNext we have, Gary Miller, partner at Mishcon de Reya, Head of China Desk & Chair of International Fraud Group. Gary is a global asset recovery expert with 47 years of experience in uncovering and securing assets, leading cross-border teams, and driving high-stakes settlements.Many people stay in toxic work environments, believing that leaving equals failure. But in this conversation, Gary explains you're not giving up you're freeing yourself to be open to more aligned opportunities.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/18TEmZyMvcJuNwJqxY7W7x Ian BagshawHere we have, Ian Bagshaw. Ian, an unstoppable force in the legal world, his career includes being the Co-Head of Private Equity at Linklaters and global co-head of private equity at White & Case. After retiring from law, he's back as the London Office Managing Partner of Perkins Coie.A strong culture starts with the right people, and by supporting their growth, a more positive and productive environment can be built. Talent must be nurtured.Listen to the full episode here:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2tZfOpWuEZjm85zJ9vTQnG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Olivia is joined by Joint Managing Director Ben Girdlestone to discuss the latest updates on Trump's ongoing battle with big law, including his recent executive order against WilmerHale. They also cover the news that Linklaters is on track to meet its gender diversity targets with the promotion of 34 new partners.Thank you for Listening!

Künstliche Intelligenz ist längst nicht mehr nur ein Tool für Tech-Vorreiter – sie wird zur Schlüsseltechnologie für Unternehmen aller Branchen. Von der Prozessautomatisierung über datenbasierte Entscheidungen bis hin zu völlig neuen Geschäftsmodellen: KI verändert, wie wir arbeiten und wirtschaften. Die Vorteile sind messbar: Unternehmen, die generative KI und Cloud-Infrastruktur einsetzen, steigern ihre Produktivität im Schnitt um 15 Prozent. Noch spannender ist der Innovationsschub: In KI-gestützten Firmen machen neue Produkte und Services 35 Prozent des Umsatzes aus – ohne KI sind es nur 21 Prozent. Das zeigt eine aktuelle Studie des IW im Auftrag der unter dem Dach des eco Verbands gegründeten Allianz zur Stärkung digitaler Infrastrukturen. Doch damit KI ihr volles Potenzial entfalten kann, muss sie mehr sein als eine technologische Ergänzung – sie muss Teil der Unternehmenskultur werden. Nur wenn Fachkräfte aktiv eingebunden sind und Unternehmen KI nicht nur nutzen, sondern mitgestalten, können sie langfristig wettbewerbsfähig bleiben. In der neuen Folge von “Das Ohr am Netz” sprechen Sidonie und Sven im Rahmen der KI Future Tech-Kampagne von eco und Microsoft über spannende KI-Praxisbeispiele. Dr. Christian Essling ist Global Head of Data & AI beim Energiekonzern E.ON. Er berichtet im Interview, in welchen Bereichen des Unternehmens die Technologie überall zum Einsatz kommt und welche Rolle KI in Zeiten der KI-Wende spielt. In einer Zeit, in der Nachrichten auf unterschiedlichsten Kanälen verbreitet werden, kann KI eine echte Unterstützung sein. Wie die FUNKE Mediengruppe die Technologie verantwortungsvoll im gesamten Unternehmen eingeführt hat und wie sie unter anderem im redaktionellen Bereich eingesetzt wird, erklärt Dr. Paul Elvers, Head of AI. Außerdem blicken wir in dieser Folge hinter die Kulissen einer international agierenden Wirtschaftskanzlei: Martina Farkas, Partnerin im Bereich Gesellschaftsrecht sowie Mergers & Acquisitions bei Linklaters, spricht im Interview darüber, wie KI-Tools unter anderem die Zusammenarbeit mit internationalen Kolleg:innen und Mandant:innen vereinfachen. Das digitale Fundament von den KI-Tools der vorgestellten Use Cases liefert Microsoft. Ulrike Graichen ist Technical Sales Manager bei dem Softwareunternehmen und macht im Interview einen Deep-Dive in Sachen KI-Agenten. Weitere Informationen: eco zur Aufnahme der Koalitionsverhandlungen Impulspapier zum Thema Mobility von eco eco fordert Evaluierung europäischer Gesetze vor Einführung neuer EU-Sicherheitsmaßnahmen Gemeinsames Strategiepapier von eco und dem KI Bundesverband Mehr zur KI Future Tech Kampagne und den Best Practices aus den Unternehmen ----------- Redaktion: Christin Müller, Anja Wittenburg, Melanie Ludewig Schnitt: David Grassinger Moderation: Sidonie Krug, Sven Oswald Produktion: eco – Verband der Internetwirtschaft e.V.

(0:00) Intro(1:26) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel(2:13) Start of interview(2:45) Joe's origin story(4:07) His early career starting in London, with law firm Linklaters. (6:43) His move to Friendster in Silicon Valley.(8:00) His time at Videoegg.(9:24) His time at the International Trade Administration in the Obama Administration.(11:30) His return to private practice with Gannett and Facebook's emerging products.(13:10) His operating role at SOSV, a global venture capital firm (2019-present)(15:10) How he got started with his board service. First board experience: a UK public company called GoCompare.(16:50) Difference between a "good" and a "great" director. (18:34) Distinguishing the concept of overboarding between public and private VC-backed companies. Reference to VCBA (5/14/25)(21:06) Some differences between U.S. and U.K. governance practices.(24:57) On the increasing politicization of corporate governance, including ESG and DEI (plus boardroom diversity). "Let's bend it, not end it."(27:47) The origin story of the bio books that he compiles.(31:07) On the impact of AI in the boardroom. Boards need to 1) move faster on AI, and 2) focus on the transformation, not only the tech.(35:50) On navigating in VUCA times (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity). "Act proactively, not reactively"(38:18) Challenges for boards in next 5-10 years: 1) time management and 2) increasing focus on director skill sets.(35:50) On navigating the regulatory landscape in VUCA times (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity).(41:27) On board evaluations.(46:00) Will governance regulations harmonize internationally? Example: climate change disclosures.(49:15) The UK's approach for boards to engage with employees: workers' council, board representation, or DNEDs.(46:00) Will governance regulations harmonize internationally? Example: climate change disclosures.(51:50) Books that have greatly influenced his life:How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie (1936)Range, by David Epstein (2019)(52:38) His mentors: Barry Williams (E153)(54:13) Quotes that he thinks of often or lives his life by. "Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle" and "I never lose, I either win or learn."(56:27) An unusual habit or an absurd thing that he loves. (57:10) The living person he most admires.Joe Hurd is a purpose-driven public company board director and strategic advisor who focuses on digital transformation, international expansion and stakeholder engagement. You can follow Evan on social media at:X: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__To support this podcast you can join as a subscriber of the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at https://evanepstein.substack.com/__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

On today's episode of The Career Confidence Podcast, Patrick McCann, ex-Head of Learning at Linklaters, talks us through his remarkable career journey and his (very!) recent transition into retirement. He shares not only the professional milestones he achieved in the world of law and learning but also the personal challenges he encountered along the way. Patrick outlines the importance of kindness, resilience, and the continuous pursuit of authenticity, emphasising that the journey of self-discovery can be fraught with challenges yet ultimately rewarding. Links referenced in this episode:Back Yourself Free DownloadPatrick McCann on Linked inKey Takeaways:The transition from a structured career to retirement can evoke a complex array of emotions, including liberation and an opportunity to review and reestablish our identity. Reflecting on our career journey is vital; it allows us to acknowledge our accomplishments and recognise areas for growth. Establishing a supportive network or 'found family' is crucial, particularly in challenging times. Embracing change and pivoting in one's career is not only acceptable but can lead to renewed purpose and fulfillment in our professional life. The importance of kindness, both towards ourselves and others, cannot be overstated. Be a decent human!

Background: The Labour government has already published the first draft of an industrial policy entitled ‘Invest 2035'. After seeking consultation, the intention is to implement a battle plan in 2025. Yet evidenced on the direction taken by other countries, such as Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, sustainable success is a long-term plan. Their future mindset is ‘Invest 2045' or ‘Invest 2055'.What should the UK be doing? It has abundant resources, a talented workforce, great universities, and a quality of life to attract the best international talent. How should British industrial strategy be made? To paraphrase the Chinese strategist Sun Tzu, how can the UK “grasp and win”?Speaker:A qualified barrister and solicitor, Iain Sheridan has over 20 years' experience advising on financial regulation. His consulting experience includes advising ABN AMRO, Bank of America, Barclays, Citadel, Deutsche Bank, Fidelity International, and Société Générale. He was also the former head of legal (EMEA and APAC) for the boutique FIG investment bank Fox-Pitt Kelton. Iain currently acts as a consultant for the international law firm Linklaters.His book Financial Regulation and Technology (Edward Elgar) is relied on by practitioners throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. He coined the term asynchronous compliance to describe the gap between technologically driven business strategies and regulation.Iain studied data science at Oxford University and machine learning at Cambridge University. His scientific research on GNSS and drones was also published by the Royal Society. Most recently, he is the author of Semiconductors – Law, Strategy and Tax (Edward Elgar).

Recording of an on site event that took place at University of Vienna on February 28.Programme:14:00: Welcome/Opening remarks byUniv.-Prof. Dr. Nikolaus ForgóHead of the Department of Innovation and Digitalisation in Law of the University of Vienna14:15-15:30: Part I - AI GovernanceKeynote byDr. Klaus SteinmaurerExecutive Director at the Telecommunications and Postal Services at Rundfunk und Telekom Regulierungs-GmbH, Viennafollowed by a panel, moderated byClara Saillant, LL.M.Research AssociateDepartment of Innovation and Digitalisation in Law of the University of Viennawith contributions fromMMag. Elisabeth WagnerDeputy Commissioner of the Austrian Data Protection AuthorityProf. Dr. Peggy ValckeCo-Director of Centre for IT & IP Law at KU Leuven,Executive Board Member at theBelgian Institute for Postal Services and Telecommunicationsfollowed byDiscussion and Q&A15:45-17:15: Part II - AI LiteracyKeynote byDr. Elora Fernandes (remote)Postdoctoral Researcher at Centre for IT & IP Law at KU Leuvenfollowed by a panel, moderated byUniv.-Ass. Mag. Adriana WinkelmeierDepartment of Innovation and Digitalisation in Law of the University of Viennawith contributions fromCeyhun Necati Pehlivan, LL.M.Counsel and Head of Technology, Media Telecommunications and Intellectual Property Group at Linklaters, MadridEditor-in-chief of Global Privacy Law Review at Wolters KluwerDr. Jeanette GorzalaVice Chair, AI Board of the Austrian GovernmentFounder, ACT AI NOWDr. Lukas FeilerPartner at Baker McKenzie, ViennaDr. Sonja Dürager, LL.M.Partner at bpv Hügel, Salzburgfollowed byDiscussion and Q&AThe increasing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) systems into various aspects of our daily lives continue raising concerns about their potential adverse effects on society, democracy, fundamental rights, and the rule of law. In response, various governance frameworks have emerged across different jurisdictions to address the challenges posed by AI. Notably, the European Union's AI Act, which entered into force on 1 August 2024, stands out as the first legislation of its kind to introduce comprehensive rules governing the development and deployment of AI systems in the EU. However, understanding the complexities and nuances of this legislation remains a significant challenge.The Department of Innovation and Digitalisation in Law of the University of Vienna is therefore delighted to invite you to the first event in a series of three dedicated to exploring the implications, opportunities, and challenges presented by the AI Act. The event series is organised on the occasion of the launch of the books "EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act: A Commentary" and "AI Governance and Liability in Europe: A Primer" by Wolters Kluwer, edited by Ceyhun Necati Pehlivan, Nikolaus Forgó and Peggy Valcke. The first event of the series in Vienna will bring together leading experts, academics and policymakers in the field to discuss AI literacy measures and the governance structure under the AI Act. The next two events in Brussels and Madrid will be further dedicated to different aspects of the AI Act, providing a comprehensive overview of and encouraging diverse dialogue on the new regulatory framework for AI in the EU.Speakers: Link: https://id.univie.ac.at/news-und-events/detailansicht-news-und-events/news/untangling-the-eu-artificial-intelligence-act-ai-literacy-and-governance-1/

In this episode of The Ethics Experts, Nick and Gio welcome Andrew McBride. Andrew McBride is the CEO of Integrity Bridge LLC, a consulting practice offering strategic & operational compliance support for companies. Andrew has over 25 years of compliance experience, at an international law firm and several multinational companies in the Americas, Europe and Australasia. In his most recent role as Chief Risk & Compliance Officer at Albemarle Corporation, he built a new ethics and compliance program, and recruited a new team, against the backdrop of an FCPA investigation. The investigation was resolved by way of a Non-Prosecution Agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice and Cease & Desist Order with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. As part of the resolution, Albemarle secured a 45% reduction in penalty due to its co-operation with the investigation and the compliance program that was built, the largest FCPA % penalty reduction to date. In recognition of these efforts Albemarle was awarded Compliance Program of the Year by Compliance Week in May 2024. In parallel to the FCPA investigation and business ethics efforts, Andrew played a key role supporting Albemarle's commitment to sustainability including UN Global Compact membership, management of the company's human rights framework and support for the company's successful efforts to achieve certification against the Initiative of Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA)'s Mining Standard. Prior to Albemarle, Andrew was Associate General Counsel Compliance at BHP, Senior Antitrust Counsel at BP and Managing Associate at Linklaters. Andrew is admitted to practice law in England, Western Australia & California. He is also a Certified Fraud Examiner.

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Episode 7: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode seven of WINS, Grace Ahrens, Executive Director at Women in Soccer, joins Georgina King, Managing Associate in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation around the work carried out by Women in Soccer, the infrastructure side of the soccer industry in the US, the changing landscape of women's soccer and the challenges it faces.   To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.

Episode 7: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode seven of WINS, Grace Ahrens, Executive Director at Women in Soccer, joins Georgina King, Managing Associate in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation around the work carried out by Women in Soccer, the infrastructure side of the soccer industry in the US, the changing landscape of women's soccer and the challenges it faces.   To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.

Pedro Siza Vieira é advogado, professor e antigo Ministro da Economia. Actualmente, é sócio da sociedade de advogados PLMJ, tendo sido anteriormente sócio da Morais Leitão e da Linklaters. É professor convidado da Faculdade de Direito da Universidade Nova de Lisboa. Foi Ministro de Estado, da Economia e da Transição Digital do XXII Governo da República Portuguesa, entre 2017 e 2022. -> Apoie este podcast e faça parte da comunidade de mecenas do 45 Graus em: 45grauspodcast.com -> Inscreva-se ou ofereça o Curso de Pensamento Crítico, com 10% de desconto até final do ano: https://bit.ly/cursopcritic _______________ Índice: (0:00) Introdução (06:07) As últimas décadas da economia portuguesa  (16:34) Evolução desde a pandemia |  Previsões da CE | Causas: investimento na educação (estrutural), guerra e cadeias de produção (conjuntural)  (29:16) Porque emigram tantos jovens qualificados? (35:40) A evolução das instituições, dos anos 1960 até hoje |  Prémios Nobel Economia 2024 (44:23) O problema da justiça  (46:21) Desinvestimento na Administração Pública | Corrupção Eurobarómetro | Relatório Draghi | A oportunidade das energias renováveis  (01:01:40) Aumento das exportações e do Investimento Direto Estrangeiro (01:08:31) Experiência enquanto Ministro da Economia. Como investidores estrangeiros olham para a nossa economia? | Desafios do tecido económico PT  | Porque é difícil fazer fusões e aquisições de empresas em Portugal? (01:24:26) Como é que um jurista olha para a economia? (01:30:31) De volta ao início: prioridades futuras  Livro recomendado: A Jornada da Humanidade, de Oded Galor

Law firms that treat law as a business will thrive.It's time for the legal industry to evolve.The entrepreneurial mindset isn't just for startups, it's the future of law firms.Today we're talking with Ian Bagshaw. Ian, an unstoppable force in the legal world, his career includes being the Co-Head of Private Equity at Linklaters and global co-head of private equity at White & Case. After retiring from law, he's back as the London Office Managing Partner of Perkins Coie. Beyond his legal career, Ian is the Chair of Zero Gravity, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to empowering ambitious students from low-opportunity backgrounds to access top universities and careers through mentoring, scholarships, and exclusive opportunities. In this conversation we talk about how the industry is shifting, how to redefine talent acquisition in the legal industry, particularly focusing on low-income, high-talent individuals and how to create an environment that nurtures talentContact Ian here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbagshaw/ -------We're Helen & Holly.We do expert marketing for lawyers and law firms. Helen Pamely, a former Magic Circle lawyer and law firm partner, and Holly Cope, the world's #1 legal tech and innovation influencer and creator of the More Than a Lawyer podcast.We have grown a combined following of over 50,000. We are experts in building an influence and strong brands on LinkedIn.Here's what we offer:Legal Company Page Management & Ghostwriting: Crafting compelling content to elevate your firm's presence.Personal Brand Ghostwriting for Lawyers: Helping individual lawyers stand out and build authority.LinkedIn Academy for Lawyers: A tailored training program to master LinkedIn and grow your influence.Corporate LinkedIn Training: Empowering teams with the skills to maximise LinkedIn's potential.Podcasting services: Build authority, connection, community through the power of influence Contact us here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-cope-digitalnomad/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenpamely/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Law has long been a profession reserved for the elite, a space dominated by privilege and wealth, accessible only to those with connections or means. But the industry is shifting, and the gates are opening.Now more than ever, what sets you apart isn't just technical expertise or prestige.In this conversation I'm talking with Patrick McCann director of learning at Linklaters, training committee chair of the City of London Law Society and co-CEO of City Century designed to empower students from diverse backgrounds to pursue a career in law they may have never thought possible.Today, Patrick opens up about his own challenges breaking into the legal profession, the obstacles faced by aspiring lawyers from diverse backgrounds, and how the industry is evolving.Contact Patrick here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-mccann-066017207/ -------We're Helen & Holly.We do expert marketing for lawyers and law firms. Helen Pamely, a former Magic Circle lawyer and law firm partner, and Holly Cope, the world's #1 legal tech and innovation influencer and creator of the More Than a Lawyer podcast.We have grown a combined following of over 50,000. We are experts in building an influence and strong brands on LinkedIn.Here's what we offer:Legal Company Page Management & Ghostwriting: Crafting compelling content to elevate your firm's presence.Personal Brand Ghostwriting for Lawyers: Helping individual lawyers stand out and build authority.LinkedIn Academy for Lawyers: A tailored training program to master LinkedIn and grow your influence.Corporate LinkedIn Training: Empowering teams with the skills to maximise LinkedIn's potential.Podcasting services: Build authority, connection, community through the power of influence Contact us here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-cope-digitalnomad/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenpamely/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of AI Lawyer Talking Tech, we explore how the legal tech landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace. From Europe's first sovereign legal AI teaming up with ClauseBase to revolutionize public sector automation, to Dutch court decisions reshaping AI copyright norms, this week's stories offer a fascinating glimpse into innovation and challenges alike. We'll also dive into Linklaters' groundbreaking GenAI Sandbox, LexFusion's efforts to simplify legal tech procurement, and the growing prominence of social media lawyers safeguarding brands in the digital age. Whether it's the rise of AI in due diligence or the legal implications of data scraping lawsuits, this episode is packed with insights shaping the future of law and technology. Noxtua ‘Europe's First Sovereign Legal AI' Partners With ClauseBase02 Dec 2024Artificial LawyerCan a Dutch case about RSS teach us anything about AI copyright?01 Dec 2024TechnollamaLinklaters Launches GenAI Sandbox To Drive Innovation02 Dec 2024Artificial LawyerPascale Dahrouj: “Some employees think that their jobs will be lost when things are automated”01 Dec 2024Golbal Legal Tech HubBridging Legal AI and Trust: How We Won the LLM x Law Hackathon29 Nov 2024Legaltech on MediumOp-Ed: What In-House Counsel Needs to Know About Generative AI02 Dec 2024Yahoo.comHow To Market Your Law Firm And Convert High-Value Clients02 Dec 2024Forbes.comRevolutionizing Due Diligence: Elena Tsalanidis and Justin Hansky From Deeligence02 Dec 20243 Geeks and a Law BlogNoxtua ‘Europe's First Sovereign Legal AI' Partners With ClauseBase02 Dec 2024Artificial LawyerCorporate activity driven higher by Budget concerns02 Dec 2024Daily Business GroupElon Musk Attempts to Block OpenAI's For-Profit Transition02 Dec 2024Geeky GadgetsUS tech giants face first UK class action over AI data02 Dec 2024DecisionMarketingUnderstanding Zambia's Legal System: An informative blog post about the structure, and current state of law in Zambia.02 Dec 2024TechBullionGlobal Artificial Intelligence Regulations: Challenges and Pathways for the UK02 Dec 2024Barrister MagazineA Medical-Legal Perspective on Artificial Intelligence01 Dec 2024American Nurse TodayLegal Risks Correlated with Technology: An Informatics Nurse Specialist View01 Dec 2024American Nurse TodaySanctions Placed Against Tornado Cash were Unlawful – US Court01 Dec 2024TekediaLaw firm use of data scientists grows alongside AI's challenges30 Nov 2024Columbian.comCanadian publishers take OpenAI to court30 Nov 2024MashableElon Musk Predicts AI Will Surpass Doctors and Lawyers: Are Humans the New Backup for Intelligence?29 Nov 2024Hacker NoonAI harm is often behind the scenes and builds over time – a legal scholar explains how the law can adapt to respond29 Nov 2024LLRXSocial Media Lawyers: Protecting Your Brand In The Digital Age29 Nov 2024NERDBOT

Der BCG Index für Transformation und Sondersituationen aus dem Sommer 2024 zeigt, dass der Transformations- und Restrukturierungsdruck in europäischen Unternehmen steigt. Jedes 5. Unternehmen sieht sich merkbarem Transformationsdruck ausgesetzt, jedes 15. Unternehmen sogar einem konkreten Restrukturierungsdruck. Deutschland steht hier an der Spitze. Unternehmen aus der Automobilindustrie sind in der Transformation stecken geblieben, andere Unternehmen wie zum Beispiel solche aus der Chemiebranche kämpfen mit exogenen Faktoren, wie steigenden Energiekosten. Es stellt sich die Frage, ob wir in Deutschland effektive Werkzeuge in unserem Werkzeugkasten haben, die Unternehmen für die anstehenden Restrukturierungen nutzen können. Hierzu sprechen wir heute mit Frau Dr. Sabine Vorwerk und Herrn Riaz Janjuah von Linklaters.

Episode 13: Crypto Facto with Josh Klayman In this episode of Crypto Facto, Josh Klayman, Linklaters' Head of U.S. Head of Fintech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets, is joined by Jeff Cohen, Partner in Linklaters' New York Capital Markets practice. Josh and Jeff discuss the recent US presidential election and dive into what the new Trump administration may have in store for the crypto sector. From the new securities laws that are likely to be at the top of the Republican's agenda in Congress to informal guidance, expected political appointees, and litigation, this episode of the podcast breaks down the current state of the crypto markets and where we are potentially headed over the next four years. To listen to all episodes in the Crypto Factor with Josh Klayman series, visit our website.

Episode 13: Crypto Facto with Josh Klayman In this episode of Crypto Facto, Josh Klayman, Linklaters' Head of U.S. Head of Fintech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets, is joined by Jeff Cohen, Partner in Linklaters' New York Capital Markets practice. Josh and Jeff discuss the recent US presidential election and dive into what the new Trump administration may have in store for the crypto sector. From the new securities laws that are likely to be at the top of the Republican's agenda in Congress to informal guidance, expected political appointees, and litigation, this episode of the podcast breaks down the current state of the crypto markets and where we are potentially headed over the next four years. To listen to all episodes in the Crypto Factor with Josh Klayman series, visit our website.

I början av 2024 implementerade vi på Linklaters en ny strategi i Sverige med huvudsakligt fokus på M&A, Private equity och Banking & Finance. I ett insiktsfullt, åtta minuter långt avsnitt erbjuder Elisabet Lundgren, Managing Partner, och Magnus Wennerhorn, Partner, en djupdykning i vår nya strategi, vad den innebär i praktiken och vad som är unikt med vårt globala teamwork. Vi är övertygade om att oavsett var du befinner dig i din karriär öppnar byråns nya strategi för betydande utvecklingsmöjligheter för dig som affärsjurist. Trevlig lyssning! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mardi 3 septembre, Frédéric Simottel a reçu Sonia Cissé, avocate chez Linklaters, spécialisée en Technologies, Médias et Télécommunications, Alix Mirshams, directeur Marketing et Achats chez Opteamis, Charles Mauclair, président du collège ESN et ICT du Numeum et dirigeant Groupe SII, Christian Poyau, président et fondateur de Micropole, Nathalie Poussin, directrice générale d'Inetum Technologies et Benaouda Abdeddaïm, éditorialiste BFM Business dans l'émission Tech&Co Business sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission le mardi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Dr. Jana Trapp ist ganz schön „herumgekommen“ während ihres Jurastudiums. Welche Erfahrungen sie im In- und Ausland gesammelt hat und warum Boston/Massachusetts dabei eine besondere Rolle spielt, erzählt sie Moderator Moritz Mümmler in dieser Folge unseres Podcasts. Im Oktober 2023 ist Jana als Associate bei Linklaters in Düsseldorf eingestiegen. „Das war ein bisschen wie nach Hause kommen“, denn sie kannte das Team schon aus ihrer Zeit als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin in der Kanzlei. Die Praxisgruppe Gesellschaftsrecht ist recht groß bei Linklaters und sehr breit aufgestellt. Vorteil: Sie kann als Associate „überall mal hereingucken“. Jana erzählt Moritz von ihrer täglichen Arbeit und warum sie To-do-Listen liebt, obwohl die Tagespläne meist nur bedingt aufgehen. Es geht um Teamwork in aufgeschlossener Atmosphäre und den hohen Qualitätsanspruch ihrer Kanzlei. Der kommt auch dem Nachwuchs zugute, der bei Linklaters gut ausgebildet und unterstützt wird, wie Jana betont. Welche Talente die Kanzlei sucht, ob Altbier besser ist als Champagner, welche Schulfächer unnötig sind? Das alles erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge! Die neue Episode als Video auf YouTube. Bitte ⁠hier⁠ klicken. Du bist noch nicht bei clavisto? Als exzellente Nachwuchsjurist*in bist Du bei uns genau richtig! Unser Talentprogramm bietet Dir vielfältige Karrierechancen, kostenlose Förderleistungen und begleitet Dich auf Deinem Weg in eine Top-Kanzlei. ⁠⁠www.clavisto.de⁠⁠   ⁠⁠RECHT persönlich auf Apple Podcasts bewerten⁠⁠ ⁠⁠clavisto auf Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠clavisto auf Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠clavisto auf LinkedIn⁠

In the most recent episode of Drinks With The Deal, Linklaters global chairman of corporate George Casey discusses a 30-year career centered on cross-border M&A.

Welcome back zur 57. Folge unseres „How to Legal Tech" Podcast. Heute begrüßt unser Host Luis Michael Grupp. Michael ist Co-Founder & CEO von BRYTER.  BRYTER wird von zahlreichen Kanzleien und In-house legal Teams wie Linklaters, McDonalds, PWC und Bertelsmann eingesetzt. Aufgrund seiner umfangreichen digitalen Funktionalität wird BRYTER auch als Schweizer Taschenmesser bezeichnet. Mit BRYTER können Entscheidungs - Prüfprozesse vielfältig digitalisiert werden. Michael verrät uns in dieser Folge wie Anwaltskanzleien und In-house legal Teams BRYTER bei ihrer juristischen Arbeit einsetzen können, um ihre Produktivität zu verbessern und Dienstleistungen für Geschäftspartner zugänglich zu machen.  BRYTER greift dabei nicht nur auf ihre No-Code Platform zurück, sondern auch auf ihren neusten Coup den AI Agents für juristische Arbeitsläufe. Die AI Agents machen es unter anderem möglich juristischen Tasks wie lesen, zusammen fassen, Überprüfung der Verträge zu automatisieren. Kleiner Insider: Nicht nur BRYTER hat seine Produktpalette vergrößert, auch Michael ist seit kurzem stolzer Papa einer Tochter. Danke an Michael für das spannende Gespräch! Wir wünschen Euch viel Spaß beim Hören.

Welcome back to this week's episode of The Firm Analyst! In today's episode, we discussed the following: (2:05) the sharp stock sell off that occurred last week in the global equities markets as a result of fears of a US recession and the unwinding of several Japanese Yen carry trades; (17:30) how a range of law firms including Macfarlanes, Linklaters, Latham & Watkins and others advised parties connected to a £5.4bn acquisition bid for the direct to consumer investment platform Hargreaves Landsdown; and (35:35) Saudi Arabia's new investment law that will make it easier for foreign investors to operate in the country and what this means for law firms expanding into the jurisdiction. I hope that you enjoy the episode! Link to access: http://linktr.ee/thefirmanalyst

Welcome back to The Firm Analyst! In today's episode, the first of season 9, we discussed: the recently elected Labour government's plans to create a multibillion pound national wealth fund to bankroll UK industry and infrastructure projects and what this means for the legal market; Revolut, with the help of Linklaters, emerging victorious in its uphill battle to obtain authorisation to operate as a bank in the UK; and BDB Pitmans' plans to create an international law firm network named 'Broadfield' alongside Alvarez & Marsal Legal Services. I hope that you enjoy the episode and I look forward to bringing you another one next week!

Jean-François Merdrignac est avocat au Barreau de Paris depuis 2012. En tant que counsel pour le cabinet Linklaters, il exerce en droit de la propriété intellectuelle, avec notamment une expertise en contrats commerciaux et en droit du sport. Il confie avoir construit son parcours "un peu à l'envers". Du cabinet de niche à la grosse structure généraliste, il n'a pas suivi la trajectoire standard de l'avocat. Il raconte dans cet épisode comment son arrivée chez Linklaters a transformé sa façon de travailler, de manager, de déléguer, de se former, de développer ... et comment il évolue aujourd'hui encore dans la profession. Avec beaucoup de recul, il relit son parcours et partage les apprentissages qu'il peut en tirer : je vous conseille de l'écouter si vous vous interrogez sur votre évolution et sur la meilleure façon de définir les contours de votre carrière. Pour le contacter, voici le lien vers son profil LinkedIn. Bonne écoute ! Lilas Louise

136: Als Chief Operating Officer (COO) Germany und Eastern Europe in einer der weltweit größten Wirtschaftskanzleien spielt Astrid Altmann Forbes eine zentrale Rolle in der Führung und strategischen Ausrichtung des Unternehmens. In ihrer Rolle als COO arbeitet sie Hand in Hand mit dem Senior Partner und dem German Executive Team zusammen, um die langfristige Vision und das kontinuierliche Wachstum der Kanzlei voranzutreiben. Darüber hinaus ist sie verantwortlich für die Leitung und Koordination von mehr als 250 Business Team Mitgliedern in Deutschland. Die Business Teams umfassen neben den Bereichen Business Development & Marketing, Finance, HR, Legal Operations, Legal & Risk, Operations, Technology sowie Translations auch den Assistenzbereich. Astrid Altmann Forbes gibt uns Einblicke, wie Sie als Führungskraft die Rolle der Assistenz wahrnimmt und wie das Assistenzteam bei Linklaters organisiert ist. Neben ihrer Tätigkeit bei Linklaters engagiert sich Astrid bei den @‌Working Moms e.V., einem Netzwerk berufstätiger Mütter, die sich dafür einsetzen, dass Frauen selbstverständlich beides haben können – Kinder und Karriere. Sie ist Mutter von Zwillingssöhnen im Teenageralter und verbringt ihre Wochenenden im Winter gerne in den Bergen. Links: Video zur Folge: https://youtu.be/7loIjwxyRHI The Future Assistant Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter True North | Bill George: https://billgeorge.org/book/true-north Das schönste Tal in Tirol | Alpbachtal Tourismus: https://www.alpbachtal.at/de Who Moved My Cheese? | Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/02fZqghy Linklaters | Home: https://careers.linklaters.com/

Pauline Debré est avocate au Barreau de Paris depuis 2003. En tant qu'associée au sein du cabinet Linklaters, elle exerce principalement en droit de la propriété intellectuelle. Pauline a commencé à développer sa clientèle personnelle assez tôt. Consciente des enjeux entrepreneuriaux de sa profession, elle a été très proactive tout au long de sa carrière pour trouver ou créer des opportunités. Maman de trois enfants, elle raconte dans cet épisode comment elle conjugue travail et maternité, au service de ses ambitions. Elle nous parle de réseau, de développement, d'équilibre vie pro/vie perso... Autant de sujets qu'elle met au coeur des discussions avec ses équipes aujourd'hui, parce qu'il lui tient à coeur de les faire progresser, de les aider à prendre les devants pour se développer dans le cabinet et à l'extérieur. Pour la contacter, voici le lien vers son profil LinkedIn. Bonne écoute ! Lilas Louise

Ken Macdonald and Tim Owen react to the passage of the ‘Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Act 2024' with Jonathan Jones KC, former Head of the Government Legal Department and Senior Consultant in Public and Constitutional Law at Linklaters.

In this special episode to mark the impact of HR during COP28, Matt introduces what the COP is, how the series relates to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and why both are relevant to business. Discussing the relationship between HR and Sustainability teams, Matt shares thoughts on the work of influencing others in the business, noting similarities, synergies, and the ways that Sustainability professionals are benefitting from, for example shifts in DE&I leadership. Noting some of the many connections between HR, Inclusion and Sustainability, Matt comments on examples such as green pensions, whistleblowing policies and The Real Living Wage.  In these few weeks of COP28, Matt calls on you to listen out, and reflect on how what you hear relates to your job... Topics in this episode:          What is COP28?         Why is it relevant to business?         HR, Inclusion & Sustainability teams working together         Examples of connections in the E, the S and the G         The Real Living Wage         Connecting what you hear during COP28 to your day job Referenced Resources   Download your free 10 minute cheat-sheet: 25 Ways Your HR Work Delivers ESG Results Find out more about: The Living Wage Foundation   Join the How HR Leaders Change the World community! Come and join the community of pioneering #HRChangemakers, it's totally free and you'll be the first to receive new tools and resources, and get first access invitations to our events: join us here: https://frombabieswithlove.org/pages/hrchangemakers Linkedin: @FromBabieswithLove Email: hrleaders@frombabieswithlove.org Website: https://frombabieswithlove.org How HR Leaders Change the World is brought to you by social enterprise, From Babies with Love. Across Moments that Matter, we provide employee engagement gift services to global HR functions and donate 100% of our profit to orphaned and abandoned children around the world. We transform commonly existing gift spend in to strategic, efficient and inclusive tools in your People Strategy, delivering Exceptional Employee Experience, and at the same time, ESG results.      

The blockbuster trial of Sam Bankman-Fried wrapped up its third day, with multiple witnesses, including former FTX software developer Adam Yedidia, Paradigm co-founder Matt Huang, and FTX cofounder Gary Wang, taking the witness stand. Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at Linklaters, discusses the main takeaways from the trial so far, the surprising testimonies given by former close associates of SBF, and how the prosecution and defense plan to paint a picture of who SBF is to the jury. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform. Show highlights: What Josh's biggest takeaways from the trial are so far Why Josh felt that the jury had “a lot to take in” in order to understand the basics of the case Whether the different backgrounds of the jury will affect the outcome of the trial Why the prosecution is arguing that regardless of the technical aspects of the case, the key issue is fraud How the defense plans to argue that SBF did not intend to defraud investors Why the selection of the first witness, a former FTX customer, is an "interesting" choice, according to Josh What is the fiat@ftx.com account and how it contributed to FTX's undoing How they discovered the $8 billion hole in the FTX balance sheet and SBF's reaction at the time What an email revealed about the lack of corporate governance in FTX and Alameda Thank you to our sponsors! Crypto.com Hedera Popcorn Network Guest Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at Linklaters Previous appearances on Unchained: Gary Gensler vs. Crypto: What Will the SEC Attack Next? How Crypto And Blockchain Technology Should Be Regulated Links Previous coverage by Unchained on the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried: SBF Trial, Day 1: Possible Witnesses Include FTX Insiders, Big Names in Crypto, and SBF's Family SBF Trial, Day 2: DOJ Says Sam Bankman-Fried ‘Lied' While Defense Claims His Actions Were ‘Reasonable' Here's How Sam Bankman-Fried's High-Stakes Trial Could Play Out SBF Trial: How Sam Bankman-Fried's Lawyers Might Try and Win His Case The High-Stakes Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried Begins: What to Expect In the SBF Case, Elite Corruption Is What's Really on Trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at Linklaters, discusses the prosecution and defense's impassioned opening statements and surprising witness testimonies that are piecing together how FTX came crashing down. The blockbuster trial of Sam Bankman-Fried wrapped up its third day, with multiple witnesses, including former FTX software developer Adam Yedidia, Paradigm cofounder Matt Huang, and FTX cofounder Gary Wang, taking the witness stand. Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at Linklaters, discusses the main takeaways from the trial so far, the surprising testimonies given by former close associates of SBF, and how the prosecution and defense plan to paint a picture of who SBF is to the jury.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Pocket Casts, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or on your favorite podcast platform.Show highlights | What Josh's biggest takeaways from the trial are so farWhy Josh felt that the jury had “a lot to take in” in order to understand the basics of the caseWhether the different backgrounds of the jury will affect the outcome of the trialWhy the prosecution is arguing that regardless of the technical aspects of the case, the key issue is fraudHow the defense plans to argue that SBF did not intend to defraud investorsWhy the selection of the first witness, a former FTX customer, is an "interesting" choice, according to JoshWhat is the fiat@ftx.com account and how it contributed to FTX's undoingHow they discovered the $8 billion hole in the FTX balance sheet and SBF's reaction at the timeWhat an email revealed about the lack of corporate governance in FTX and Alameda Thank you to our sponsors! Crypto.com | Hedera | Popcorn NetworkGuest | Joshua Ashley Klayman, Senior Counsel, U.S. Head of FinTech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets at LinklatersPrevious appearances on Unchained:Gary Gensler vs. Crypto: What Will the SEC Attack Next?How Crypto And Blockchain Technology Should Be RegulatedLinks |Previous coverage by Unchained on the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried:SBF Trial, Day 1: Possible Witnesses Include FTX Insiders, Big Names in Crypto, and SBF's FamilySBF Trial, Day 2: DOJ Says Sam Bankman-Fried ‘Lied' While Defense Claims His Actions Were ‘Reasonable'SBF Trial, Day 3: Why a True Believer in FTX Flipped Once He Learned One FactHere's How Sam Bankman-Fried's High-Stakes Trial Could Play OutSBF Trial: How Sam Bankman-Fried's Lawyers Might Try and Win His CaseThe High-Stakes Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried Begins: What to ExpectIn the SBF Case, Elite Corruption Is What's Really on Trial-Unchained Podcast is Produced by Laura Shin Media, LLC. Distributed by CoinDesk. Senior Producer is Michele Musso and Executive Producer is Jared Schwartz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this day in legal history, September 13, 1971, the Attica Correctional Facility prison revolt came to an end when National Guardsmen took back control of the prison–in so doing 43 people died, all but four from law enforcement's efforts to regain control.The Attica Prison Uprising, a grim milestone in the history of prisoners' rights movement, occurred from September 9 to 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in New York. Rooted in a growing wave of prison activism and exacerbated by appalling living conditions and racial brutalization occuring at the prison, the revolt began with approximately 1,281 inmates taking control of the prison and holding 42 staff members hostage. Their grievances encompassed a myriad of issues including overcrowding, racial discrimination, lack of proper medical care, and restrictions on their educational and political engagements.Historian Howard Zinn wrote of Attica, prior to the revolt, in his A People's History of the United States:Prisoners spent 14 to 16 hours a day in their cells, their mail was read, their reading material restricted, their visits from families conducted through a mesh screen, their medical care disgraceful, their parole system inequitable, racism everywhere.Governor Nelson Rockefeller, who communicated with President Richard Nixon during the crisis, adamantly refused to visit the prison or engage in direct dialogues with the inmates. Instead, he authorized a forceful retaking of the prison, which tragically resulted in the deaths of 39 individuals - nearly all by law enforcement gunfire. Post the assault, it was verified that aside from one officer and three inmates, all fatalities were caused by the enforcement's gunfire, contradicting Rockefeller's claim that inmates had committed "cold-blood killings". The incident drew widespread criticism, with many pointing out that the massacre could have been avoided through negotiated settlements.In the aftermath, the New York Corrections Department initiated changes to meet some of the inmates' demands and alleviate tensions within the prison system. Despite these efforts, many improvements were reversed in the 1980s and 1990s. The event remains a somber testament to the harsh realities of prison life during that period, and today, and stands as a significant marker in the broader history of prisoner activism and the fight for better living conditions and political rights in American prisons.PwC, under the guidance of US chairman Tim Ryan, is implementing several measures to enhance the credibility of its audits and foster investor confidence. The initiatives include linking leadership compensation to audit quality and sharing the financial repercussions of any scandalous events within the firm equally, including with top-tier leaders from consulting and tax departments. Beginning in 2024, PwC plans to initiate expanded access to specialists to augment fraud monitoring and business viability assessments during audits. The firm is also reducing potential conflicts of interest by discontinuing certain consulting services for audit clients, worth less than $100 million.Let's read that carefully, they are divesting their consulting services for clients they also provide audit services for … but only their least profitable consulting clients. Regular listeners will remember I, along with many other professionals, have called for a complete divorce of consulting and audit wings among the Big Four. We aren't getting that. A quick excerpt from my column on the problem:An accounting firm often will act as both a consultant on the bulk of transactions entered into by a bank and the auditor of those transactions. If you thought not wanting to lose a sweet auditing gig was motivation to give a thumbs-up on financials, imagine if your firm—your colleagues—were responsible for structuring much of the underlying deals that gave rise to those financials. And perhaps a former colleague is the CEO of that bank.You begin to see the conflict of interest. Anyway, as a part of these reforms, leadership will verify that the firm's internal controls pertaining to audits are operating effectively, aligning with potential new US audit regulations. Ryan emphasized that these transformations, developing over the next three years, aim at adapting to the fast-changing business landscape and are not superficial adjustments. The changes follow the firm's 2021 restructuring and are expected to enhance audit report details, risk management disclosures, and conflict of interest management, to be disclosed in a voluntary audit quality report. Observers anticipate that PwC's strategies may influence other firms in the industry to take similar steps to improve audit quality.PwC Puts Partner Pay on Line in Bid to Boost Faith in Audits (1)PwC partners to be paid £906,000 this yearSam Bankman-Fried, the founder of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX, has been denied pretrial release by U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan, ahead of his October 3rd trial for fraud charges related to the FTX collapse. Bankman-Fried claimed that his current detention conditions have hindered his ability to adequately prepare his defense, as it restricts his access to the evidence presented by the prosecutors. However, Judge Kaplan noted that he had not detailed the specific pieces of evidence he couldn't access and did not request a trial postponement.Earlier in August, Bankman-Fried was incarcerated due to suspected witness tampering, including the alleged sharing of personal writings of his ex-partner and colleague, Caroline Ellison, with a journalist. Ellison, formerly at the helm of Bankman-Fried's Alameda Research hedge fund, has admitted to fraud charges and is slated to testify against him. Despite these developments, Bankman-Fried, who is accused of misappropriating billions from FTX to cover Alameda's losses and other personal expenditures, maintains his innocence, acknowledging only shortcomings in risk management at FTX. His appeal against the detention order will be heard on September 19th.Sam Bankman-Fried loses bid for pretrial jail release | ReutersThe law firm Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison is considerably expanding its private equity practice by hiring numerous partners from rival firms Kirkland & Ellis and Linklaters, particularly enhancing its presence in London, New York, and Los Angeles. Last month, they secured the services of renowned debt finance lawyer Neel Sachdev and other partners from London and New York. Adding to this list, Roger Johnson, Andreas Philipson, Timothy Lowe, Cian O'Connor from Kirkland, and William Aitken-Davies from Linklaters are set to join Sachdev in spearheading various global practices at Paul Weiss' London office.Meanwhile, in the US, Ben Steadman, Matthew Leist, and Caroline Epstein from Kirkland are linking up with Eric Wedel to bolster the corporate department in New York and inaugurate a new branch in Los Angeles. Paul Weiss's chairman, Brad Karp, emphasized that the incorporation of these premier teams would notably amplify the firm's global capacities in the private equity and M&A sectors, promising substantial benefits for both current and prospective clients. This massive recruitment drive, characterized as a raid, has sent ripples through the London legal circles, prompting speculation about the future of Kirkland's operations in the UK. It's noted that the departure of Sachdev from Kirkland occurred amidst internal power tensions.Paul Weiss Continues Raid on Kirkland & Ellis in London and USThe National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) has revealed that the upcoming NextGen Bar Exam, set to commence in July 2026, will be approximately three hours shorter than the existing Uniform Bar Exam (UBE). The new format, which will span one-and-a-half days with a total of nine hours of testing time, aims to measure knowledge and skills more accurately, employing a mix of various question types that will enhance efficiency, according to Andreas Oranje, the NCBE's managing director of assessment programs. Despite the reduction in time, the bar exam preparation period will remain extensive, highlighted Amit Schlesinger, executive director at Kaplan. The revamped exam aims to be more skills-oriented, reducing the emphasis on law memorization, a change partly spurred by critiques that the current exam doesn't adequately mirror the real-world practice of law. From July 2027 onwards, only the NextGen test will be available, with jurisdictions being given a choice between the new and existing exams until that time. Initial announcements regarding state adoptions of the new exam are anticipated this fall.New bar exam shaves three hours off testing time | ReutersA group of prominent authors, including Pulitzer Prize-winner Michael Chabon, have filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, alleging that their works were improperly used to train Meta's artificial intelligence software called Llama. The writers, which also include David Henry Hwang, Matthew Klam, Rachel Louise Snyder, and Ayelet Waldman, claim that datasets containing pirated versions of their writings were used to train the AI in responding to human text prompts. They filed a similar lawsuit against OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, highlighting that books and plays represent premium examples of long-form writing, making them valuable for AI language training. This lawsuit joins a series of copyright cases against AI companies, including a July lawsuit involving comedian Sarah Silverman. While Meta disclosed the datasets used for the initial version of Llama, the details for the recently released Llama 2 have not been revealed. Llama 2, available for commercial use, is viewed as a pivotal release in the competitive generative AI software market. Meta has not commented on the lawsuit as of now.Pulitzer winner Chabon, other authors sue Meta over AI program | ReutersThe 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, located in Cincinnati, has deferred a decision on the $650 million judgment against pharmacy operators CVS, Walmart, and Walgreens, asking the Ohio Supreme Court to provide their input initially. This judgment was made in relation to the pharmacies' role in exacerbating the opioid crisis in certain Ohio regions. The court seeks clarification on the state law pertaining to the public-nuisance claim which forms the basis of this case. Initially, oral arguments were scheduled for October 20 but have been canceled due to the absence of a guiding precedent from the state's highest court. This case, initiated by Ohio's Lake and Trumbull counties, marks the first trial the three companies faced out of the numerous lawsuits filed against them concerning the U.S. opioid crisis. The initial trial concluded that the firms contributed to the public nuisance created by an oversupply and subsequent black market distribution of addictive pain pills. While the companies agreed to a substantial settlement in other cases, they persist in appealing this Ohio ruling, emphasizing the amended Ohio Product Liability Act which, they argue, restricts such public nuisance claims related to product-liability arising from the sale or distribution of products like opioids.Pharmacies' appeal of $650 mln opioid judgment heads to Ohio top court | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

With the European private equity market back to business as usual after the summer, Mergermarket's funds editor Harriet Matthews and senior private equity reporter Rachel Lewis discuss what to expect for the rest of the year, with a guest interview from Chris Boycott, corporate partner at Linklaters.Deal volume for the year to date stands at around EUR 58bn, versus EUR 216bn for FY 2022; meanwhile, down significantly at just 37% of last year's full-year figure, according to Mergermarket data.Chris Boycott joins the podcast to share his outlook on private equity activity, discussing topics including the bright spots in dealmaking and gaps in buyer and seller expectations He also discusses the challenges that sponsors are currently facing, as well as the areas that are attracting sponsor interest in the current market.Following up with some key takeaways from the interview, the team aims to reach a consensus on what Q4 and the start of next year might look like.1:49 – Data round-up4:18 – Market sentiment6:56 – Upcoming processes9:40 – Interview with Chris Boycott, corporate partner at Linklaters27:12 – Key takeaways32:00 – Pockets of activity34:09 – Fundraising outlookYou can listen to the podcast HERE, as well as your favourite podcasting platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.If you would like to hear more podcasts produced by ION Analytics, you can access the ION Analytics channel on Apple Podcasts.Theme music: ©2012 Kick Up The Fire

We're back from our summer break! And there is lots of markets news to cover – Danni Hewson has got an update on what happened over the summer and also the latest on Wilko's collapse, M&S heading back into the FTSE 100 and the surprising company that has become Europe's most valuable. We've also got news out from Barratt Homes that's hot off the press and gives an insight into the housing market – and Laura Suter will be giving an update on the mortgage market. We'll be discussing the date for the Autumn Statement – and giving a lowdown on what that means and why it matters. Finally, our interview is with James Wootton, partner at Linklaters, about the planned changes to listing rules in the UK and what it means for investors.

Episode sponsorisé par Neria, l'incubateur de talents pour les avocats !Peut-on être aussi attaché à son cabinet que Françoise Maigrot, notre première invitée pour cette rentrée 2023 ?Françoise Maigrot est managing partner France au sein du cabinet Linklaters, composé aujourd'hui de 180 avocats à Paris dont 36 associés et accompagne aussi bien les plus grandes entreprises françaises que d'acteurs internationaux de premier plan. Il fait partie du Magic Circle, qui regroupe les 5 plus importants cabinets d'avocats britanniques.Ce cabinet, elle la rejoint dès sa sortie d'école et est associée en son sein depuis 1999. Si vous souhaitez grandir au sein d'un cabinet prestigieux comme Linklaters ou vous inspirez pour votre propre cabinet, ces échanges avec François sont faits pour vous.Il faut toujours être au rendez-vousOutre le fait de défendre les intérêts de son client, la clé pour Françoise pour développer sa clientèle est avant tout d'en prendre extrêmement soin. "Il faut toujours être au rendez-vous, ne jamais rater un moment clé pour un client".Pour cela, il faut être disponible et donner la certitude au client que tout est pris en main et sera prêt pour le jour J.L'évolution de cabinet LinklatersLinklaters fête ses 50 ans de présence à Paris. Françoise a eu la chance de vivre ce développement de la création des premiers bureaux jusqu'à aujourd'hui. Le cabinet s'est développé grâce à des recrutements clés, l'accueil de grands avocats, la diversification des matières et bien entendu, l'accumulation de dossiers de plus en plus important.De grands avocats de chez Gide rejoignent alors Linklaters en 1998 faisant passer les locaux parisiens de 50 à 100 avocats obligeant le cabinet à déménager !Encore aujourd'hui, le cabinet continu de se différencier avec une diversification des matières tout en conservant un niveau de service équivalent peu importe les équipes du cabinet.Se former en formant les autresSuite à la politique agressive de recrutement des américains, le cabinet Linklaters s'est adapté pour attirer les meilleurs collaborateurs. Néanmoins, les nouveaux collaborateurs cherchent également d'autres choses notamment de la formation. Françoise nous explique le système de formation des jeunes collaborateurs, avec une mobilité importante en interne afin d'éclairer les nouveaux collaborateurs sur les autres matières et ouvrir le champ des possibles.L'objectif : Accélérer la cohésion, l'intégration et la formation des équipes. Françoise s'engage a toujours un bureau ouvert avec des collaborateurs à ses côtés, pour les former, pour échanger, pour répondre à ses questions mais aussi pour se faire challenger par ces derniers.Vous voulez pousser votre développement ? Rejoignez le réseau Anomia, le réseau des avocats qui souhaitent piloter leur croissance, ensemble. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Rachel Sandby-Thomas sits on the UK Labour Party's Council of Skills Advisors and is the Registrar of the University of Warwick. This episode focuses on skills and social mobility and explores resilience, soft skills, the impact of AI, the power of mentorship, and more. Rachel has had a long career in the UK Civil Service, the last 8 years of which were as a Director General in the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills where she covered legal, corporate services and policy (skills, regulation, large and small businesses, local growth). She joined the UK Civil Service as a lawyer from Linklaters. Skills are essential to productivity and growth, and this episode is for everyone who wishes to understand the broader context and specific opportunities. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 200+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.   

On this day in legal history, August 7, 1789, Congress passed an act known as the 9th Act of the First Congress, which established the Lighthouse Service. This marked a crucial commitment to maritime navigation safety in the United States and was a key piece of legislation designed for the establishment and support of lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piers. Remarkably, this was the first non-revenue responsibility assigned to Collectors of Customs. They were tasked with the design, construction, staffing, and management of lighthouses within their Customs districts, broadening their role beyond mere revenue collection. Two centuries later, the importance of this act was commemorated when Congress designated August 7, 1989, as National Lighthouse Day, celebrating both the history and the continued significance of lighthouses and other navigational aids in American maritime history.National Lighthouse Day – August 7thRoger Johnson, a prominent M&A partner at Kirkland & Ellis in London, specializing in private equity deals, was asked to leave the firm after it was discovered he was in talks with a rival company. Johnson, who joined Kirkland from Linklaters in 2015, was instrumental in the U.S. firm's efforts to expand into the private equity M&A sector in London. His departure was confirmed by a spokesperson from Kirkland, who wished him well but declined to comment further on personnel matters. Johnson's recent achievements include representing EQT in a £4.5 billion takeover of Dechra, a veterinary pharmaceuticals company. This personnel change follows the departure of David Holdsworth, a fellow Linklaters alumnus, from Kirkland last year. Separately, on August 2, Kirkland announced the hiring of Alvaro Membrillera, Paul Weiss's London head, a highly rated private equity M&A partner. Meanwhile, Kirkland's average equity partner pay reached $7.5 million in 2022, with the firm's revenue rising nearly 8% to $6.5 billion.Wake Up Call: Kirkland Boots Deals Partner Over Talks With RivalKirkland & Ellis M&A star asked to leave after exit plans leakedDonald Trump's lawyers have dropped a lawsuit in Georgia seeking to force a state judge to rule on Trump's request to discard evidence gathered by a special purpose grand jury and to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the investigation. This decision came three days after the judge denied the request to remove Willis. Though disagreeing with Judge Robert McBurney's ruling, Trump's lawyers stated that they will explore other channels to seek judicial review. Fulton County DA Willis plans to decide this month whether to ask a new grand jury to charge Trump and his associates. The special purpose grand jury Trump is challenging had only an advisory role and could not indict. This legal maneuvering comes as Trump already faces three other indictments. Additionally, the Fulton County Sheriff's Office announced they will close streets around the courthouse for two weeks starting August 7th as a security measure.Trump Drops Georgia Lawsuit Over Grand Jury, Promises New CaseDemocratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has filed a lawsuit against Google LLC for removing his YouTube videos that questioned the safety of Covid-19 vaccines. Kennedy, a well-known anti-vaccine activist, labeled the company's medical misinformation policies as “impermissibly vague” and the video removal as “unconstitutional,” asserting it violated his First Amendment right to free speech. The lawsuit also criticized the Biden Administration, claiming officials colluded with tech companies to “censor dissenting views” on the pandemic. Kennedy has faced significant backlash for his misleading claims about vaccines and controversial remarks related to the pandemic. The lawsuit reflects broader critiques against social media platforms implementing policies to combat misinformation. YouTube defended its actions, stating that it enforces its Community Guidelines transparently and consistently, and a Google spokesperson described the claims as meritless. Kennedy, seeking an order to restore all removed videos and demanding a jury trial, likens YouTube to a “digital town square” where censorship of political speech is inappropriate.RFK Jr. Sues Google, YouTube For Removal of Anti-Vaccine SpeechOn Sunday, Donald Trump targeted the federal judge overseeing the case that charges him with conspiring to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Trump expressed in a social media post that he cannot receive a fair trial from U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan and intends to seek her recusal and a change of venue. No formal request has yet been filed. Trump faces a Monday deadline to respond to a proposed protective order meant to shield witnesses and evidence after Chutkan denied his request for a delay. Trump's lawyer, John Lauro, defended Trump's actions after the 2020 election loss, referring to them as "aspirational asks" rather than directives, and expressed opposition to the protective order. Former Vice President Mike Pence countered Trump's claims, saying he had no right to overturn the election result. Additionally, Trump is facing other legal troubles, including possible charges in Georgia, along with ongoing charges related to classified documents and hush money payments.Trump targets DC judge in 2020 election case | ReutersAccording to a new report from the Thomson Reuters Institute, large and midsized law firms experienced a boost in financial performance in Q2 2023, with demand growth for legal work in specific areas like bankruptcy, labor and employment, litigation, and antitrust. The demand increased by 1.5% year-over-year, and the Law Firm Financial Index jumped six points in Q2 to reach its highest level since Q1 2022. The average rate a client agreed to pay for legal services grew by 5.9% in comparison to the same period the previous year. Demand specifically grew for bankruptcy work (5.7%), antitrust and regulatory work (4.6%), and labor and employment work (2.4%), with litigation climbing by 4%. On the other hand, demand for mergers and acquisitions fell by 6%, and real estate demand dropped by 8.4%. The report also highlights differing tactics between midsize and large firms to strengthen profitability, with midsize firms increasing their associate headcount, and top 100 firms trimming theirs. While some large U.S. law firms have made layoffs, the industry is not conducting mass layoffs like in the 2008 financial crisis.Law firms saw rising demand in Q2, report says | ReutersElon Musk's social media platform, X, formerly known as Twitter, will pay legal bills for users who have been treated unfairly by employers for posting or liking something on the site. Musk announced this commitment in a post on X, stating that there would be no limits to funding the legal bills. He also emphasized that legal action would be "extremely loud," and that the company would target the boards of directors of offending companies. This move comes at a time when the platform is experiencing a new high in monthly users, with over 540 million as of last month. X is currently going through organizational changes and is aiming to boost falling advertising revenue. The platform was rebranded from Twitter to X in July, with Musk stating a new focus on building an "everything app." However, the platform's cash flow remains negative due to a nearly 50% drop in advertising revenue and a substantial debt load, with an expected upturn in advertising revenue failing to materialize in June.Musk's X to pay legal bills of people 'unfairly treated' for posting on platform | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

This ICMA podcast with four Leading Law Firms is about the transition from legacy US dollar LIBOR to SOFR in the bond market. The background is that panel bank US dollar LIBOR ceased publication on 30 June, as planned. The FCA as global regulator of LIBOR has provided for synthetic US dollar LIBOR to be published for legacy transactions, including bonds, until 30 September 2024. Synthetic US dollar LIBOR provides a temporary bridge for legacy bonds to be transitioned from LIBOR to SOFR, the US dollar risk-free rate. Following an introduction from Paul Richards, Head of Market Practice & Regulatory Policy at ICMA, the podcast consists of the following contributions from experts in four leading law firms: Catherine Wade of Linklaters on fallbacks in floating rate notes under English law Julia Machin of Clifford Chance on consent solicitations under English law Marcus Mackenzie of Freshfields on securitisations, including negative consents, under English law Amanda Thomas and Patrizia Pasqualini of Allen & Overy on the relationship between transition under English law, the US LIBOR Act and other foreign laws And Neil Pallender of Linklaters on operational issues during the transition

Summary:In this insightful episode of Fringe Legal, host Abhijat Saraswat has an in-depth discussion with India Preston, Director of Platform Solutions at legal tech startup Lupl. They delve into India's winding journey into legal project management, tactical approaches to driving adoption, and how to effectively challenge established processes.India shares learnings and advice drawn from her diverse experiences - from helping build out Linklaters' LPM function from the ground up to make the leap to an early-stage legal tech startup. She provides a rare longitudinal view of how legal project management has evolved from a little-known concept in 2013 to a widely recognized, if still poorly understood, discipline today.Key Takeaways: While LPM has gone from barely existing in 2013 to being commonly known today, there is still substantial room for education on how to apply it effectively. LPM principles empower lawyers to run matters like projects, but specialized LPM roles create incremental value on complex matters. Project management qualifications alone don't cut it for legal project managers to be successful. Soft skills to integrate smoothly with lawyers and legal teams are just as important, if not more so. Technical skills can be learned on the job. Identifying concrete problems that need solving is absolutely crucial before adopting any new solution or technology. Without an anchor in specific pain points, adoption will struggle no matter how exciting the new solution seems at first glance. Rollouts of new technology or processes should start small and be targeted before expanding more widely across a firm. The tendency may be to go big with a splashy firmwide launch, but this rarely succeeds. Resources like use case guides, template libraries, and informal user communities help drive adoption by making the novel feel familiar. However, these need to be grounded in solving real firm problems. Process mapping workshops - with the help of an unbiased external facilitator - can challenge status quo thinking and processes in extremely constructive ways. Just asking "why" repeatedly can unearth entrenched inefficiencies. Actionable Takeaway: Start Small Before Going WideExplore in detail at Fringe Legal.

Two lawyers, Josh Klayman, head of digital assets at Linklaters, and Marc Boiron, chief legal officer at Polygon Labs, offer their takes on the SEC's recent crypto crackdown. They share what they heard from SEC Chair Gary Gensler's Congressional testimony, whether this crackdown was inevitable or sparked by FTX, and why a proposed change to the definition of an exchange could be an existential threat for DeFi in the U.S. Show highlights: what Gary Gensler's approach to crypto was when he took office whether the FTX collapse had any impact at all on the SEC's recent actions whether the actions against Coinbase are “inappropriate” what the differences between Coinbase and Kraken staking services are why the concept of “exemptive relief” is important for exchanges whether the SEC is looking to go after AMM-based decentralized exchanges why SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce says that complying with a new proposal wouldn't be possible for much of DeFi why, according to Marc, the industry should be “pushing very hard” against the newly proposed definition of an exchange whether the SEC's ability to pursue enforcement actions against ETH is diminished by the statements of the previous SEC chair Thank you to our sponsors! Crypto.com Halborn Guests: Josh Klayman, head of blockchain and digital assets at Linklaters,  Marc Boiron, chief legal officer at Polygon Labs. Sufficient Decentralization Previous coverage of Unchained on the SEC's actions:  ‘Is ETH a Security?' Why Gary Gensler Couldn't Give Congress a Straight Answer Rep. Emmer on Why He Believes Gary Gensler Is a ‘Bad-Faith Regulator' Is the Government Trying to Kill Off Crypto in the US? Coinbase's Top Lawyer Calls SEC Wells Notice a ‘Massive Overreach' SEC Chair Gary Gensler Avoids Question: ‘Is Ethereum a Security?' SEC Sues Bittrex, Names Dash, Algorand and Other Tokens ‘Crypto Asset Securities' Links CoinDesk: U.S. SEC Moves Toward DeFi Oversight as It Reopens Proposed Regulations Proposed rule: Amendments Regarding the Definition of “Exchange” and Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) Rendering Innovation Kaput: Statement on Amending the Definition of Exchange POLITICO: McHenry clashes with SEC's Gensler over crypto crackdown Forbes: Crypto Exchange Beaxy Shuts Down Amid SEC Charges Treasury Releases 2023 DeFi Illicit Finance Risk Assessment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 April 2023. A Dubai court has fined KPMG AED 800 million over the collapse of Abraaj. KPMG have said they will appeal the decision. We asked Raza Mithani, Managing Partner, Conselis Law about what happens next in this ongoing saga. Plus, we look at the four economic zones to be set up in Saudi Arabia & find out what it means for companies looking to do business in Saudi, and what it could mean for the Saudi economy. And, we talk insurance trends during Ramadan and Eid with Caroline Bertrand, Chief HR and Marketing Officer, GIG Gulf.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to hear from someone who: ❓Helped purchase Lehman Brothers (US) for £1.75 billion;❓Built out the equity practice in Europe for Barclays Capital;❓Worked for Tony Blair, the former Prime Minister of the UK; and❓Now works as the General Counsel in a web3 company that builds core blockchain infrastructure?Then STIMY's latest episode with Chrissy Hill, General Counsel at Parity Technologies, is not one you want to miss! Chrissy shares her journey from South Carolina into the web3 space, and some of the milestones in her career, including:2:33 Being the baby of the family5:23 A legacy of lawyers7:26 Working at Linklaters' London office8:49 Becoming the Director of Compliance at Barclays Capital13:38 Purchasing Lehman Brothers (US) for £1.75 billion15:24 Working for Tony Blair at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change18:22 Working at a mission-driven organisation21:21 Entering the web3 space23:16 The concept of privacy27:02 Working at Parity Technologies31:34 What does a web3 lawyer do?34:59 Regulations coming inSo if you want to know what it's like to be a top notch lawyer in the web3 space, this episode is for you!

A Billion Here a Billion There . . . Remember the Price-Fixing Air Cargo Surcharges scandal that rocked the global air cargo industry in late 2010 when in Europe for example 11 legacy carriers were found guilty after Lufthansa and Swiss threw everybody under the bus and elsewhere got immunity, as eager prosecutors in countries around the world handed out fines? On again, off again, the case has continued for the past dozen years. In America and elsewhere once young lawyers looking to make political or law careers have entered middle age and still may still file an appeal. Well, while you were putting your kids through Grade School, High School & most of College if you have been (happily) married, (we hope so) for that long, the airlines have been fighting the price-fixing fines. Now apparently, finally Air France /KLM beat the rap on December 20, 2022, and were issued an annulment for their €3.9 million fine according to Linklaters (www.Linkaters.com) I sat down at a favorite watering hole The Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station in New York City with the late Bruce McCaffrey the lifetime Qantas Cargo USA hand who ran North & South America and masterminded the Qantas Freight West Imperial cargo transfer facility at LAX, after he was thrown under the bus by Qantas. It was 2008 . In ill health, bowed but not broken, Bruce died a few years later. Recently Air France /KLM beat the"Price fixing" rap on December 20, 2022 joining a growing list of airlines, and were issued an annulment for their €3.9 million fine according to Linklaters (www.Linkaters.com). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/geoffrey-arend/support

Helen Pamely, a lawyer, psychotherapist, speaker, and career coach for lawyers from the UK, explains in this episode of The Free Lawyer how we can enhance our confidence, resilience, performance, and well-being. These are some key takeaways: -How to overcome exhaustion and burnout and achieve a healthy work-life balance -The importance of rewriting your narrative to realize you are enough just as you are -The power of affirmations -Finding balance by creating spaces in your day -Building freedom by living your life intelligently with boundaries Helen started her career at the Magic Circle law firm Linklaters. At just six years qualified, she was promoted to Partner in Dispute Resolution at the London City law firm Rosling King. With a passion for mental health and well-being, and a desire to understand how we can optimize these to reach our potential and perform at our best, a few years into her career, Helen retrained as a Psychotherapist and an Executive Coach. Helen now coaches lawyers to excel, thrive in their careers, and become the best and happiest versions of themselves.

In this episode, host Olivia Neal welcomes Ashleigh Sinclair, Managing Associate at Linklaters and Andrew Cooke, Global Policy Lead at Microsoft. The co-authors share insights from their paper on How to Use Building Blocks for a Successful Digital Transformation Strategy.  Olivia Neal [host] | LinkedIn   Andrew Cooke [guest] | LinkedIn  Ashleigh Sinclair [guest]   Download the Building Blocks paper  Microsoft Public Sector Center of Expertise for more information and transcripts of all episodes  Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at aka.ms/microsoft/podcasts 

bengreenfieldlife.com/nftpodcast Strap yourselves in for a wild ride. While both of my guests on today's are nitty-gritty biohackers (and we will delve into that), health is about more than just biohacking. If you get wealth and relationships sorted out in your lives, then they both enhance your health. So while we will get into biohacking tips for sure, we will also get into how wealth and relationships have helped these two optimize outcomes in all fields of life to enhance their overall life. Andrew Masanto is a serial entrepreneur and investor who also owns Biohackinggroup.com. Most recently active in Blockchain, Andrew was the Founding CMO of Reserve (https://reserve.org/ - backed by Peter Thiel, Coinbase and others, currently at $1b+ valuation) and Founding CMO of Hedera Hashgraph (https://hedera.com - backed by Google, IBM, Boeing etc with a fully diluted $10b+ valuation crypto currency). Andrew experienced his early successes (pre Fintech) in the digital marketing space. He founded and sold Higher Click SEO Agency and has lectured on internet marketing at Harvard Business School and Oxford University (amongst other organizations). He has also been quoted by various industry leaders on growth marketing. Before entering into the technology and marketing space, Andrew was a dual qualified Lawyer in Australia and the UK. He worked as a lawyer at Linklaters (a Magic Circle UK Law Firm) in the UK and an investment banking analyst at Rothschild in Sydney, Australia. Jordan Fried is a blockchain evangelist and crypto-capitalist. He's currently the Chairman and CEO of Immutable Holdings, “The Blockchain Holding Company.” He founded and operates NFT.com as well as Immutable Asset Management. Previously Jordan was part of the founding team behind Hedera Hashgraph (Hedera.com). He served as Senior Vice President of Business Development at Hedera from inception in 2017 until the end of 2020, signing partnerships with Google, IBM, Boeing, and LG Electronics while also launching $HBAR into one of the top 100 cryptocurrencies in the world. Jordan also co-founded and served as CEO of Buffered VPN, one of the most trusted personal VPN services online until it was acquired in the first quarter of 2017. In 2012 Jordan discovered Bitcoin and never turned back. During our discussion, you'll discover: -How Jordan and Andrew met and began working together... -Andrew's TBI protocol that was shared on the internet and caught Ben's eye years ago... -How Jordan identifies as "hard-core keto"... -Non-negotiables in Andrew and Jordan's daily routines... -A few of the unlimited benefits of NFT's... -Why NFT.com is the bee's knees of the NFT space... -Top thing Jordan and Andrew do to maximize productivity during long work hours... -And much more... Episode sponsors: -Timeline Nutrition -Essentia Mattresses -Clearlight Saunas -Thrive Market -Ketone IQ by HVMN -Spring Transformation Challenge -Endure Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Andrew Masanto or me? Leave your comments below and one of us will reply!