Today, HM Treasury published a response to its consultation on cross-cutting reforms to the regulatory environment. In the response, HM Treasury confirms that it will amend the Financial Services … [Read more...] about A cut to FCA application times – a welcome start.
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AI and Defence: the role of lawyers?
Chatham House can't have known that their event "AI and National Security: Who's Really in Control?"would take place as Anthropic both launched Claude Mythos and attended talks at the White House to … [Read more...] about AI and Defence: the role of lawyers?
Why AI will never replace good leadership (or employment lawyers)
My friend and Partner Jocelyn Paulley sent me this piece which suggests that one of our Titans of Tech believes he may replace himself as a leader in one-to-ones by an AI-powered Avatar. It is said … [Read more...] about Why AI will never replace good leadership (or employment lawyers)
“Since 1717” when heritage becomes misleading in trademark law
Fashion’s long‑standing fondness for expressions such as “Since 1717” has now met judicial scrutiny. In March 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) held that a trademark … [Read more...] about “Since 1717” when heritage becomes misleading in trademark law
Good news / BAD news – March 2026
Welcome to the (lucky!) thirteenth edition of the "Good News / BAD New" Blog! Our BAD Team (that is, our Brands, Advertising and Designs Team), serves as trusted advisers to some of the most … [Read more...] about Good news / BAD news – March 2026
Disrupt, Safeguard, Respond – UK sets new Fraud Strategy
On 9 March 2026, the UK Government set out its Fraud Strategy for 2026 – 2029. As the strategy identifies, fraud is consistently the largest reported crime in England & Wales, representing 45% of … [Read more...] about Disrupt, Safeguard, Respond – UK sets new Fraud Strategy