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Bahrain combats cybercrime

Saad Al Doseri and Noor Fathalla of Al Doseri Law talks the new amendments to Bahrain’s Penal Code, broadening the definition of theft to address the rising concerns about cybercrime and modern electronic device theft. The...

 Middle East employment reforms 2025

Rebecca Ford of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius delves into the 2025 employment frameworks for KSA and ADGM, highlighting enhanced employment rights and obligations, and their alignment with global standards. The start of 2025 will keep Middle...

Cybersecurity costs a fortune…or does it?

Simon Shooter of Bird & Bird dispels cybersecurity cost myths, highlighting that significant security can be achieved affordably with practical, low-cost steps for businesses to enhance cyber resilience. Many businesses are deterred from addressing cybersecurity by...

Tech trends in construction disputes

In 2025, the UAE’s arbitration landscape for construction disputes faces challenges in data management, inefficiencies and sustainability. Shannon Ng of Opus2 delves into these issues, showcasing how technological advancements are providing transformative solutions for all stakeholders...

Emerging flexibility

Elhassan Abdelrazek, partner at NHB Legal, explores key legal insights in management remuneration for UAE onshore Limited Liability Companies. He takes a closer look at the evolving landscape and its implications for companies and their leadership....

Prevention is cheaper than cure

Jenner & Block examines how European ESG developments impact companies in the Middle East and underscores the necessity for effective ESG risk management. Companies around the world are facing increasing pressure to address “ESG” (Environmental, Social...

GCC data laws: One size doesn’t fit all

Justin Whelan of HFW discusses the evolving personal data protection legislation across GCC jurisdictions and how companies must adopt a tailored approach to navigate the complexities and ensure compliance in each unique jurisdiction. In recent years,...

Virtual Service PE impact in KSA

Dr. Constantin Frank-Fahle and Marcel Trost of emltc examine the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s taxation system, focusing on the legal and tax implications of Virtual Service Permanent Establishments. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) hybrid taxation...

Shifting gears

Anwar El Khatib, chief legal counsel of Salik, talks about the UAE’s new Traffic Law and its impact on transforming road safety, business opportunities and industry dynamics. The United Arab Emirates is steering toward a new...

Narciso v Nash

Stephenson Harwood analyses the recent landmark decision by the DIFC Courts and its implications on existing arbitration agreements in the light of Decree 34. In a landmark decision, the DIFC Court considered the impact of the...

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