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The Rise of 'Deepfakes' and Misinformation

This article outlines the concept of deepfake technology and explores its impact on politics and society.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal24 October 2023deepfake, tech, technology, online safety bill, politicsComment

The NFT Market Crash and the Risks Associated with Following Online Trends

This article explores the seismic downfall of NFTs, explanations behind this crash as well as the wider regulations governing crypto assets.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal12 October 2023nfts, tech, technology, regulation, laws, tech law, technology regulation, crash, market, downfall, cryptoComment

Microsoft-Activision Deal: a Step Closer to Completion

Microsoft is set to overcome the final hurdle in its quest to acquire Activision Blizzard after the UK competition watchdog accepts the tech giant’s new proposal.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal9 October 2023Comment

US Senators Propose Regulatory Framework for AI Like ChatGPT

As Congress attempts to catch up with AI products on the market, a bipartisan duo of senators has set out a new framework to serve as a blueprint for new legislation.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal20 September 2023Comment

Apple Sales Hit Hard Following Chinese Ban on Apple Products

Apple’s stock value has dropped following reports of a Chinese ban on iPhones. In light of further concerns about competition from Chinese technology firms, and rising tensions, how will investors react?

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal18 September 2023Comment

Nvidia’s Revenue Soars Amidst the AI Boom

The AI boom has seen companies scrambling to release new products and capitalise on the technology. This includes Nvidia whose chips are powering the new systems. Can the company sustain its incredible growth?

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal15 September 2023Comment

The Online Safety Bill and the Power to Scan Encrypted Messages

Following recent amendments and clarifications, can the Online Safety Bill appropriately balance privacy and safety online?

The United States Ban Investment into China’s Technology Sector

In its latest efforts to curb China’s power, and to cease its access to American technology and capital, the Biden administration has imposed a ban on certain investments relating to China’s technology sector. What does this mean for investors, the Chinese government, the rest of the West and the lawyers advising on it all?

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal4 September 2023Comment

Hollywood Actors Launch Strike Action Following Controversial AI Proposal

This article examines the potential effect of Artificial Intelligence on the film industry, highlighting the ongoing strike action from both Hollywood actors and writers.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal27 August 2023ai, television, film, holywood, tech, technology, actors, strike, industrial actionComment

EU Investigates Spain’s Laws Limiting Uber-like Platforms

Ride-hailing platforms have struggled to enter the Spanish market due to protective restrictions. Despite a favourable ruling from the European Court of Justice, new regulations are prompting an inquiry from the EU.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal6 August 2023uber, taxi, tech, spain\, app, techtechnoloy, eu, ecj, lawComment

The Role of New Technologies in Advancing ESG

This article focuses on three ESG trends, and the role of new technologies in advancing the identified objectives, from a legal perspective.

Meta Launches Twitter Rival “Threads”

Meta launches Threads, a direct competitor to Twitter. Will the platform survive the test of time? What legal problems might it encounter along the way?

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal21 July 2023meta, threads, tech, technology, musk, zuckenburg, elon musk, facebook, twitter, post, social mediaComment

Biden Administration Officials Restricted from Communicating with Social Media Companies

Following concerns regarding the interaction between the Biden administration and social media platforms, communications between the two have been restricted following a recent judgement. This article explores this decision and its potential long-term impacts.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal17 July 2023online, communications, restriction, us, biden, covid, social media, platformComment

Online Safety Bill Update

The UK government has updated the Online Safety Bill to crack down on children accessing pornographic content online. What are the new rules and potential consequences for non-compliance?

Twitter Faces a Legal Warning in Australia Due to Harmful Content

This article discusses eSafety’s legal threat made against Twitter following a rise in anti-social behaviour by users on the platform despite a noticeable decline in active users.

Editors-In-Chief The Corporate Law Journal8 July 2023twitter, online, safety, post, musk, elonmusk, australia, legal, challengeComment

The Antitrust Case That Could Break Up Google

Google has faced several antitrust cases over the years. The company is now under investigation for breaching EU antitrust rules in the advertising technology industry.