The United States’ new federal framework for payment stablecoins sets new standards and signals a transformative shift in digital asset oversight and market accountability. An analysis by Baker & McKenzie. On July 18, 2025, President Trump...
In the UAE’s vibrant startup ecosystem, incentive-based compensation is redefining how companies attract and retain top talent. Karm Legal Consultants offer expert legal insights on factors to consider while designing employee benefits. Beyond a fixed salary,...
As Saudi Arabia’s franchising sector booms under Vision 2030, tailored dispute resolution mechanisms, particularly arbitration, emerge as essential tools for safeguarding franchise relationships and resolving conflicts swiftly and effectively, writes Fahad S. Alieyari. The economy of...
Despite early promise, Islamic securitisation in the UK remains limited. Norton Rose Fulbright explores the structural, regulatory and market dynamics shaping its evolution and what reforms could unlock its long-anticipated potential. Islamic securitisation in the UK...
Ben Cockram of Major, Lindsey & Africa shares his take on the evolving role of AI in recruitment, while recognising the importance of cultural alignment. He shares insights into evaluating leadership, values and competencies that surpass...
The ICC’s EPP offer a faster, cost-effective solution for low-value disputes. Sherif Akl and Stella Leptourgou examine their effectiveness, challenges and future potential in the realm of international arbitration. The ICC Expedited Procedure Provisions (“EPP”), introduced...
President Trump’s recent tariffs on China, the UK, EU, Japan and South Korea have roiled markets, sparking fears of a global trade war. Menelaus Kouzoupis and Alan Scurry of Stephenson Harwood examine the policy’s rationale, impact...
Navigating the complexities of Shari’ah and civil law systems in MENA arbitration requires practitioners to adeptly merge traditional legal frameworks with modern commercial practices, writes Sherif Akl and Karam Farah of ICC. The issue of interest...
The region is emerging as a key player in international arbitration by leveraging technology and legislative changes to attract disputes and boost economic growth, writes Nadia Nicolaou of Opus 2. Competition between regions to become a...
A recent Dubai Court of Cassation ruling (Case No. 486/2024) suggests onshore UAE courts may start recognising the ‘without prejudice’ principle. Mehdi Seadon and Jason Francis of Kennedys examine the implications of this potential shift. “Onshore...
