en-auhttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/17-tmt-regulatory-roundup-may-2013The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:44:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/17-the-regulation-of-smartphone-medical-software-applications-as-medical-devicesThe increasing availability of mobile health smartphone software applications in the UK represents a significant shift in the way healthcare organisations can administer, and patients can access, medical treatment. Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:03:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/12-the-unified-patents-court-an-insiders-viewKevin Mooney, for many years on the European Commission’s Expert Panel, and more recently Chairman of the Drafting Committee responsible for the Court’s Rules of Procedure, gives a personal view of the new Unified Patents Court. This article forms part of our Unified Patent Court Toolkit.Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0333-permissible-repair-of-patented-articlesSimmons & Simmons partner Thomas Adam talks with colleague Gillian Johnson about the latest developments in the limits of permissible repair following the recent decisions on the repair of bulk containers in the UK and Germany.Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:27:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/11-jurisdiction-for-crossborder-ip-infringement-interpreting-brussels-i-regulation-article-5Since the case of WintersteigerI last year, additional referrals to the Court of Justice are revisiting the meaning of “place where the harmful event occurred” in article 5(3) of the Brussels I Regulation 44/2001.Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:56:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/11-abuse-of-dominance-finding-prompts-finesThe Italian Competition Authority has fined Telecom Italia for creating obstacles for competitors trying to access infrastructure networks.Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:50:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0331-frand-updateSimmons & Simmons partner Thomas Adam talks with colleague Nicholas Fox about the latest developments in FRAND licencing following the recent German reference to the CJEU.Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:44:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/04-what-do-i-do-about-the-unified-patents-court-preliminary-thoughts-for-patenteesWhat are the practical considerations for patent proprietors in relation to the Unified Patent Court? This article forms part of our Unified Patent Court Toolkit.Tue, 04 Jun 2013 11:58:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/labour-leader/issue-38-labour-leader-june-2013-prc-draft-regulation-on-entry-and-exit-of-foreignersChina proposes to expand the categories of foreigners' visas in China and impose stricter rules to address illegal employment of foreigners in the PRC.Tue, 04 Jun 2013 03:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/TMT-Sector-Legal-Update-2013Video recordings and accompanying slides from our sixth annual TMT sector legal update, held on 23 May 2013.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 14:05:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/data-and-cyber-security-risks-and-responsibilitiesThis session looks at the legal landscape surrounding data and cyber security, how the law is likely to change, insurance aspects of data and cyber risk and how to manage a practical response to a data/cyber breach.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/escrow-arrangementsThis session explores the range of software escrow services and escrow agreements available as well as the business and legal issues to consider when purchasing software and using software escrow arrangements.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/m-and-a-101-public-v-privateAn overview of the key differences between public and private M&A. This session also touches on a number of exciting transactions in the TMT sector, including Dentsu’s acquistion of Aegis Group plc and recent trends in tech M&A.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/doing-business-b2c-to-what-extent-are-we-facing-a-new-consumer-landscapeThis session considers changes to consumer contracts arising from the implementation of the Consumer Rights Directive and how business dealing with consumers will be affected by the Consumer Bill of Rights.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/managing-open-source-riskThis session provides a brief recap of the basics of Open Source Software (OSS) and explores some of the processes businesses should be following to manage the risks they are exposed to by using OSS.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/the-role-of-design-law-in-the-tablet-warsThe tablet wars have shown the importance of design rights. This session looks at design law and jurisdictional skirmishes, and discusses learnings for the industry as a whole.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/outsourcing-101A review of recent trends in outsourcing transactions coupled with a fresh perspective on some familiar issues from both customer and supplier perspectives.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/emerging-markets-m-and-aBased on case studies and actual transactions, this session covers common themes of doing M&A in emerging markets.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/bring-your-own-device-to-b-or-not-to-bThis session looks at what BYOD is, how a company might already be doing it and the business and legal issues companies should be aware of when considering whether BYOD is right for them.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/investigations-workshopOur Crime, Fraud and Investigations team discuss how to conduct effective internal investigations and some of the challenges in keeping control of the process.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:46:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/contract-law-updateAn update on the meaning of commonplace phrases used in contracts and the current position on contractual interpretation (including when a court might imply terms). This session also reviews recent cases that may affect dispute resolution provisions in a contract.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:46:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/recent-developments-in-tmt-financeA review of recent developments in debt and equity financing within the TMT sector.Mon, 03 Jun 2013 13:46:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/30-e-commerce-in-spainThis brief note intends to cover key requirements to be considered with regards to e-commerce activities in Spain.Thu, 30 May 2013 08:41:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/es-ES/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/30-el-comercio-electronico-en-espanaEn el presente documento analizamos los aspectos clave a tener en cuenta al realizar actividades de comercio electrónico en España.Thu, 30 May 2013 08:39:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20130514-new-dcm-opportunities-in-europeHow can Asian financial institutions and corporates take advantage of the European funding revolution, which offers new opportunities to Asian banks, issuers and investors?Wed, 22 May 2013 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0328-next-wave-of-manda-in-tech-sector-4David Petrie, Head of Corporate Finance at the ICAEW, talks to Nicholas Fox, Of Counsel, Simmons & Simmons about the developments of patent regulations in Europe. This is the fourth podcast in a series of four.Wed, 22 May 2013 12:03:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/22-tmt-regulatory-roundup-april-2013The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Wed, 22 May 2013 09:06:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/tmt-sector-legal-update-2013/deloitte-tmt-predictionsRepresentatives from Deloitte’s TMT group review some of the key TMT industry trends in 2013 and predicted trends for the future.Wed, 15 May 2013 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0326-next-wave-of-manda-in-tech-sector-3David Petrie, Head of Corporate Finance at the ICAEW, talks to Toby Philipps, Group Corporate Finance at BT Group plc, about trends in the tech sector and BT Group’s M&A strategy. This is the third podcast in a series of four.Tue, 14 May 2013 13:40:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20130514-review-of-outsourcing-arrangements-in-the-asset-management-sectorRecording and slides from a conference call, held on 14 May 2013, which clarifies some of the key issues arising from the FSA's Dear CEO letter entitled “Review of Outsourcing Arrangements in the Asset Management Sector” and looks at how the industry is taking things forward. Tue, 14 May 2013 13:02:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/14-how-can-public-sector-agencies-avoid-a-rainy-day-when-taking-up-cloud-computingConsiders ways for agencies to minimise cloud computing risks contractually so that they can enjoy the benefits of cloud computing.Tue, 14 May 2013 10:20:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/14-briefing-note-concerning-best-practice-for-cookie-use-on-uae-websitesConcerns about website cookie use and addressing these concerns in line with international best practice.Tue, 14 May 2013 09:04:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0325-next-wave-of-manda-in-tech-sector-2David Petrie, Head of Corporate Finance at the ICAEW, talks to Rob Morgan, Director TMT Corporate Finance at PwC, about trends in the tech sector. This is the second podcast in a series of four.Thu, 09 May 2013 12:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/09-china-contemplates-new-data-protection-rules-for-internet-and-telecom-companiesOn 10 April 2013, China's key Internet and telecoms regulator, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) issued a draft regulation on data protection for public comments.Thu, 09 May 2013 02:32:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0324-next-wave-of-manda-in-tech-sectorDavid Petrie, Head of Corporate Finance at the ICAEW, talks to Mark Curtis, Head of Corporate & Commercial at Simmons & Simmons about the legal aspects in M&A in the tech sector. This is the first podcast in a series of four.Tue, 07 May 2013 12:57:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/life-sciences-regulatory/26-cjeu-approves-the-use-of-enhanced-cooperation-to-establish-an-eu-unitary-patentThe CJEU has rejected an application by Spain and Italy to block the use of the enhanced cooperation procedure to establish an EU Unitary Patent.Fri, 26 Apr 2013 09:43:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/25-when-may-an-infringer-of-a-standard-essential-patent-request-a-compulsory-licenceThe Düsseldorf Regional Court has referred five questions to the CJEU asking it to determine the circumstances when a patent proprietor of a standard essential patent is barred from seeking an injunction. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20130416-next-wave-of-manda-in-the-tech-sectorTogether with the Corporate Finance Faculty of the ICAEW Simmons & Simmons hosted a breakfast seminar which included expert insights from corporate, advisory and legal perspectives about the big trends in tech sectors.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:54:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/16-telecoms-infrastructure-sharing-leaseback-of-sold-assetsThis article discusses contracts for the provision back of mobile tower infrastructure further to the sale of assets, focussing on key commercial issues and business risks.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:02:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/16-uk-central-government-procurement-and-tax-complianceThe UK Government has released proposals to use the procurement process for central Government contracts to improve tax compliance by taking certain types of serious non compliance into account in determining a supplier’s eligibility for contracts.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:32:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/15-tmt-regulatory-roundup-march-2013The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:45:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/2012-data-protection-client-briefing-programme/data-privacy-in-asia-an-international-perspectiveTraining materials from a conference call held on 09 April where our experts discussed the rise of rigorous data protection measures in a number of countries across Asia Pacific.Mon, 15 Apr 2013 09:39:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/02-first-chinese-court-judgment-on-frandChinese Court rules on FRAND rates to be paid for InterDigital patents in telecoms sectorTue, 02 Apr 2013 13:48:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0316-the-structure-of-the-unified-patent-courtSimmons & Simmons solicitors, Gillian Johnson and Nicholas Fox, discuss the structure of the European Unified Patent Court which is being established.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:12:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0315-cloud-computing-and-data-protectionSimmons & Simmons partner Alex Brown talks to colleague Lawrence Brown about data protection and other issues arising in cloud computing transactions.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:27:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/equity-capital-markets/22-proposed-rules-for-new-high-growth-segment-of-the-london-stock-exchange-main-marketA summary of the London Stock Exchange’s draft rulebook for the proposed new High Growth Segment of the Main Market. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/budget/20-uk-budget-2013-expert-commentarySimmons & Simmons' expert commentary on those tax aspects of the 2013 UK Budget, released on 20 March 2013, which are of particular interest to the business community. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:30:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/budget/20-uk-budget-overview-2013Simmons & Simmons' brief overview of the UK Budget 2013, which was released on 20 March 2013.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/19-tmt-regulatory-roundup-february-2013The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Tue, 19 Mar 2013 10:09:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/14-unified-patents-court-what-clients-need-to-knowWhat do patentees need to consider now to be ready to take advantage of new Unified Patent Court when it comes into force. This article forms part of our Unified Patent Court Toolkit.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/14-beyond-the-call-of-duty-how-patents-are-the-alternative-battlefield-for-games-developersThis article discusses the patentability of computer games and propose a practical filing strategy in the March 2013 issue of Intellectual Property Magazine.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:03:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/mergers-and-acquisitions/08-the-future-of-manda-in-europeOn 12 December 2012, the European Commission announced its conditional clearance of the acquisition of Orange Austria by 3. In light of various recent instances when regulators had blocked similar deals, industry commentators speculated that this could mark a sea change on the part of regulators and open the door to in market consolidation within the EU.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 12:18:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/labour-leader/issue-37-labour-leader-feb-2013-china-personal-data-protectionChina issued new data protection guidelines impacting organisations without formal policies or practices for the collection, use, processing, transfer, retention and erasure of personal information. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 05:06:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/21-drafting-and-preparation-of-electronics-and-software-patent-applicationsThe following is based on an extract form the forthcoming publication “Intellectual Property in Software and Electronics”, to be published by Globe Law and Business in 2013.Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:45:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/ja-JP/legal-topics/intellectual-property/21-drafting-and-preparation-of--electronics-and-software-patent-applications-japanese欧州特許庁に対する電気及びソフトウェア分野の特許出願書類の作成におけるポイントを具体例を見ながら検討します。Thu, 21 Feb 2013 12:29:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0296-european-unitary-patent-next-stepsGavin Lawson and Gillian Johnson talk about the issues that clients should consider following the signing of the European Unified Patent Court Agreement.Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:30:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/18-tmt-regulatory-roundup-january-2013The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:19:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/life-sciences-regulatory/18-unique-device-identifier-proposals-in-the-new-mdr-implications-for-medical-device-manufacturersThe forthcoming Medical Devices Regulation is scheduled to replace the existing Medical Devices Directive and Active Implantable Medical Devices Directive by 2018. This note considers the MDR’s unique device identifier proposals, and sets out the key points for businesses preparing for UDI implementation. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:09:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/life-sciences-regulatory/15-chinese-unique-device-identifier-proposals-implications-for-medical-device-companiesMay countries are introducting Unique Device Identifier systems as part of their regulation of medical devices. This note focuses on potentially business critical UDI developments in ChinaFri, 15 Feb 2013 15:50:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/life-sciences-regulatory/15-unique-device-identifier-proposals-in-the-new-medical-devices-regulationUnique Device Identifier proposals in the new Medical Devices Regulation: implications for software developers and marketersFri, 15 Feb 2013 15:40:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/13-section-52-setting-the-term-of-copyright-on-artistic-designsA discussion on the repeal of section 52 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988. Wed, 13 Feb 2013 10:20:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0293-understanding-workplace-harassmentSimmons & Simmons managing associate Sarah Berkeley talks to colleague Som Leung about harassment in the workplace and ways to minimise the risks (particularly at work related functions and events).Fri, 08 Feb 2013 02:49:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/mergers-and-acquisitions/05-china-to-accelerate-merger-and-reorganisation-in-key-industriesNew guidelines set out objectives, tasks and responsibilities for concentration and reorganisation in nine key industries in China including the automotive, iron and steel, cement, shipping, electrolytic aluminium, rare earths, electronic information, medical/pharmaceutical and agricultural industrialisation sectors. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 07:51:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/17-a-fair-balance-rfu-viagogo-and-the-norwich-pharmacal-principlesIn The Rugby Football Union v Consolidated Information Services Limited (formerly Viagogo Limited) the Supreme Court confirmed the approach to be taken to proportionality in considering an application for a Norwich Pharmacal order for disclosure of personal data.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:44:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/zh-CN/legal-topics/equity-capital-markets/19-ten-points-to-ensure-compliance-with-hong-kongs-new-disclosure-regime-chs从2013年01月01日起，所有在香港联合交易所有证券上市的公司都有法律责任在可行的情况下,尽快向公众披露任何公司已获悉的內幕消息。Tue, 15 Jan 2013 02:41:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/14-tmt-regulatory-roundup-december-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0279-doctrine-of-equivalentsRechtsanwalt Martin Gramsch from our Düsseldorf office and solicitor Nicholas Fox from our London office discuss how the doctrine of equivalents varies in different jurisdictions in Europe.Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:01:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/equity-capital-markets/19-ten-points-to-ensure-compliance-with-hong-kongs-new-disclosure-regimeWhat should issuers be doing to comply with the Hong Kong SFC's new disclosure regime to address the issue of inside information?Wed, 19 Dec 2012 06:51:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/18-english-court-will-hear-pan-european-patent-non-infringement-declarationArnold J has decided that the English court may hear applications for declarations of non infringement of non UK patents where validity is not in issue.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/equity-capital-markets/18-hong-kongs-sfc-subjects-sponsors-of-ipos-to-greater-regulationHong Kong SFC proposal conclusions on the regulation of sponsors in connection with IPOs on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 07:28:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/mergers-and-acquisitions/18-variable-interest-entities-under-the-microscopeCompanies with VIEs are increasingly attracting the attention of regulatory authorities. This article looks at recent investigations into New Oriental and Wal-mart.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 03:22:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/17-tmt-regulatory-roundup-november-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0272-obviousness-and-the-unified-patents-courtSimmons & Simmons lawyers Nicholas Fox and Gavin Lawson discuss the problem and solution approach to inventive step adopted by the EPO and its likely impact on assessment of obviousness in the proposed Unified Patents Court.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20121106-middle-east-training-day/ip-technology-issues-in-corporate-transactionsSeminar on IPR and related documents including Transaction Overview – the IP perspective, Due Diligence, Evaluation, Share Purchase Agreement, Transfer of Owned Rights, Transfer of Licenses Rights and Post Completion.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:20:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/2012-data-protection-client-briefing-programme/ask-the-expertsRecording and slides containing the questions put by you to our international data protection specilialists during our fifth data protection client briefing held on 27 November 2012.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:58:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20121030-asia-fi-cpd-day/7-technology-procurement-overview-insights-and-strategiesThe dynamic nature of the technology sector has a significant impact on procurement. This session provides an overview of concepts in relation to technology outsourcing and procurement looking at key issues and pitfalls; the procurement lifecycle; and the latest hot topics.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:29:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20121030-asia-fi-cpd-day/3-market-misconduct-and-ipo-liability-who-is-to-blameMark Steward, the head of enforcement at the SFC, has gone on the record to say that potential issuers won't "get away with misconduct". In this session, our specialists review the SFC's recent focus on market misconduct in IPOs and predictions for the future direction of enforcement against sponsors and other market participants.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20121030-asia-fi-cpd-day/1-rmb-the-new-global-optionAs Chinese financial markets continue to reform, preparing to meet the future is key, both for financial institutions and for those in need of additional sources of RMB funding whether for arbitrage, trade, debt financing or capital investments. In this session, our specialist panel discuss current and future opportunities for the RMB as it joins the world’s major currencies.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20121030-asia-fi-cpd-day/6-data-privacy-compliance-five-key-issuesFinancial institutions face particular challenges in relation to data privacy. In this session, our employment and ICT specialists discuss the top five compliance issues from a recommended ‘best practice’ perspective and in view of some of the recent changes to the PDPO.Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:15:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/22-the-new-ipreg-litigation-regulationExpanded litigation rights and rights of audience for patent and trade mark attorneys come into effect at the end of the year.Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/12-tmt-regulatory-roundup-october-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 12:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/01-cloning-clouds-the-ecs-project-to-standardise-cloud-computingThe European Commission has issued a Communication explaining its strategy to unleash cloud computing in the EU. This article focuses on issues in relation to standardisation of cloud computing.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 09:07:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/es-ES/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/31-google-politicas-de-privacidad-vs-criterios-de-la-ueLa autoridad europea de protección de datos, una vez revisada la política de privacidad de Google, le ha dado un plazo de cuatro meses para modificarla y adaptarla a las previsiones europeas en materia de protección de datos. Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/19-design-filing-strategyA guide to protecting designs whilst reducing the risk of inadvertently revealing a company's future plans.Fri, 19 Oct 2012 10:55:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/12-tmt-regulatory-roundup-september-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 15 Oct 2012 09:22:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/10-changes-to-the-eu-data-protection-frameworkOn 25 January 2012, the European Commission published a proposal for a revised European data protection framework. Proposed changes may reform the current data protection regime across all 27 EU Member States with global impact.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:04:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/ja-JP/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/10-changes-to-the-eu-data-protection-framework-japanese今回の改正案は、27の全てのEU加盟国の個人情報保護制度を改正するものであり、国際的にも大きなインパクトを与える可能性があります。Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:03:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/ja-JP/legal-topics/tax/14-uk-patent-box-japanese英国では、2013年4月1日より、「パテントボックス」と呼ばれる、法人税に関する新たな優遇税制を導入します。 本稿では、パテントボックスの内容、さらに、この税制が日系企業にとって利益をもたらすものか否かについて概説します。Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:59:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0259-key-issues-on-cloud-computing-in-spainSimmons & Simmons Lawyer Carolina Armada talks to Partner Carlos Jiménez about key issues to be considered when contracting Cloud Computing in Spanish Jurisdiction.Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:14:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/2012-data-protection-client-briefing-programme/cloud-computingWith the use of cloud computing having grown immensely popular, our data protection experts discuss how to properly use the services offered in a way compatible with relevant data protection regulations, with a particular focus on the Opinion issued by the Article 29 Working Party in July, and the existing sets of national guidance. Tue, 09 Oct 2012 11:39:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0258-the-saudi-mvno-opportunitySimmons & Simmons managing associate, Raza Rizvi, talks to partner Alexander Shepherd about the Saudi MVNO programme and some of the key issues with the programme.Mon, 08 Oct 2012 09:42:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/Doha-CPD-Day-2012Video recordings and accompanying slides from our Doha CPD day, held on Monday 10 September 2012.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:19:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/doha-cpd-day-2012/technology-procurementDiscussion on technology procurement and what to consider when procuring technology in the Middle East.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 15:50:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/doha-cpd-day-2012/latest-developments-in-dispute-resolution-methods-in-qatarA discussion on developments and trends in dispute resolution in Qatar. Starting from first principles, this session provides an overview of the common DR methods used in Qatar.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 14:59:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/14-tmt-regulatory-roundup-august-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:21:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/14-cybersecurity-white-paper-2012A Unified Force: Why business, government and the cyber security industry must work together to prevent attacks.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 09:58:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/05-the-saudi-mvno-opportunityThis article covers some of the fundamentals of an MVNO and some key issues that will lie at the heart of the Saudi MVNO program.Wed, 05 Sep 2012 08:56:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/15-revision-of-the-waste-electrical-and-electronic-equipment-directiveThe revision of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (2012/19/EU) (WEEE2) has at last been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, L197, on 24 July 2012.Wed, 15 Aug 2012 09:51:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/10-tmt-regulatory-roundup-july-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:09:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/spotlight-on-competition/03-spotlight-on-competition-august-2012Issue 58 of our monthly update bringing you highlights and analysis of recent EU, competition, and regulatory issues and their impact on business.Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/30-water-management-products-cartel-settledThe European Commission has reached its sixth cartel settlement, fining two suppliers of water management products a total of €13,661,000.Wed, 01 Aug 2012 16:19:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/26-zero-rating-of-supplies-of-aircraftThe ECJ has held that VAT zero rating can apply to the sale of an aircraft to a person that does not itself qualify as an international airline but makes the aircraft available to an international airline and that making an aircraft available for international charter can also qualify.Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:09:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/25-data-protection-and-biometric-technologiesThis note summarises the Opinion on developments in biometric technologies recently published by the Article 29 Data Protection Working Party.Wed, 25 Jul 2012 13:57:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/projects/18-drc-completes-accession-to-ohadaHere we provide our summary of the changes this will make from a legal standpoint and at a judicial level.Wed, 18 Jul 2012 09:54:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/16-the-cjeu-confirms-availability-of-cross-border-injunctionsThe Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled that cross border, interim injunctions are permissible where otherwise separate proceedings would lead to "irreconcilable judgments".Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/14-tmt-regulatory-roundup-june-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:01:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/13-the-uk-draft-communications-data-billAn analysis of the draft Communications Data Bill which broadly provides for a wider range of communications data to be retained by telecommunications operators and for the data to be available for access by certain public authorities.Fri, 13 Jul 2012 14:31:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120702-africa-legal-insight-seminar/the-future-of-telecoms-in-africaThis session talks about infrastructure sharing and trends in M&A.Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/02-court-upholds-microsofts-periodic-penaltyThe General Court has upheld the European Commission's decision, but slightly reduced the penalty.Mon, 02 Jul 2012 09:08:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/2012-data-protection-client-briefing-programme/cookies-a-guide-to-the-current-law-and-practical-applicationMembers of our data protection team discuss the current law regarding cookies, guidance being issued by authorities and how the law is being applied by businesses.Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:51:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0237-the-common-european-sales-lawSimmons & Simmons partner Mark Dewar and colleague Michiko Jo look at the key concepts and issues of the Common European Sales Law.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 13:43:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/13-tmt-regulatory-roundup-may--2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:01:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/data-protection-and-privacy/01-ico-guidance-on-the-rules-on-the-use-of-cookies-and-similar-technologiesThis note summarises the ICO’s approach to what constitutes “implied consent” and the key factors which website providers will need to consider in order to ensure compliance with the new rules.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 14:30:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/01-european-commission-invites-google-to-settle-abuse-of-dominance-caseA public invitation to settle an antitrust investigation is a first for the Commission.Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:54:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/31-consumer-protection-in-the-telecommunications-sectorItaly's highest administrative court has denied the Italian Antitrust Authority the power to enforce consumer protection in the telecoms sector.Thu, 31 May 2012 15:40:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/2012-budget-update-and-other-topical-tax-issuesThis session provides a brief round up of significant tax changes on the horizon for the TMT sector following the UK’s 2012 Budget.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:38:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/the-smartphone-warsThis session provides an overview of the strategies and drivers behind the “smartphone wars”, the meaning and application of FRAND terms in European smartphone disputes, and how this will impact companies’ wider IP strategies.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:34:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/data-protection-update-on-the-revisions-to-the-eu-data-protection-directiveThis session discusses the key changes contained in the proposal and consider what businesses should start doing now to prepare.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:34:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/managing-employment-riskIn this session, we lead a high level discussion on how organisations can manage employment related disputes more commercially.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:32:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/contracting-with-fis-now-and-in-the-futureThis session covers the MiFID outsourcing requirements, focussing on translating these requirements into contractual drafting, and we also consider a number of recent regulatory developments and upcoming requirements, which financial institutions will be looking to deal with in their existing supply contracts, as well as in new deals going forward.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:32:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/newzbin-sinbinned-legal-developments-against-online-piracyIn 2011, the High Court of England & Wales issued injunctions against ISPs to prevent access to an overseas website offering copyright material. In the same year, a UK law firm was criticised for sending thousands of letters to alleged copyright infringers based on IP addresses. Whilst online piracy continues to flourish, the rights and responsibilities of users, copyright owners and ISPs need to be balanced. This session gives an overview of some recent developments in the UK.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:30:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/cloud-computing-assessing-managing-riskAs well as providing an overview of the cloud computing services environment, this session looks at the material risks to be considered by users and suppliers of cloud computing services. Thu, 31 May 2012 11:26:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/social-media-updateMany businesses are still grappling with how best to engage with their customers through social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter. In this session we highlight some of the key legal risks that businesses can face when using social media sites and offer solutions for how best to try to manage those risks.Thu, 31 May 2012 11:24:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/uk-contract-law-refresherThis session focuses on the topic of assignment and novation. Thu, 31 May 2012 11:24:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/20120524-TMT-Sector-Legal-Update-2012Video recordings and accompanying slides from our fifth annual TMT sector legal update, held on 24 May 2012.Wed, 30 May 2012 16:22:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0232-how-to-win-on-social-media-intellectual-propertySimmons & Simmons lawyer Sophie Lessar talks with colleague Angus McLean about potential intellectual property risks and liabilities arising from the use of social media sites. Fri, 25 May 2012 14:25:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0231-how-to-win-on-social-media-defamationSimmons & Simmons lawyer Sophie Lessar discusses with colleague Paul Baker the potential risks and liabilities in defamation claims arising from user generated content on social media sites.Wed, 23 May 2012 14:23:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0230-how-to-win-on-social-media-consumer-protectionSimmons & Simmons lawyer Sophie Lessar discusses with colleague Thomas Burgoo the potential risks and liabilities that can arise in relation to consumer protection. Mon, 21 May 2012 14:20:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120524-tmt-sector-legal-update-2012/changes-to-the-takeover-code-8-months-onThis session reviews the impact of the changes and also review certain TMT transactions which have been governed by the new Takeover Code.Fri, 18 May 2012 16:38:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/18-tmt-regulatory-roundup-april-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Fri, 18 May 2012 09:02:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0228-help-someones-stolen-my-m-walletSimmons & Simmons partner Mark Dewar talks to colleague Sophie Lessar about the key legal issues for establishing and operating M-wallets. Tue, 15 May 2012 14:27:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/11-uk-patent-boxThe UK is introducing a new corporation tax incentive, the “Patent Box”, with effect from 01 April 2013. This article provides an overview of how the Patent Box operates and whether this is an incentive which could be of benefit to Japanese groups of companies.Fri, 11 May 2012 13:47:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120419-dealing-with-consumers-conference/how-to-win-on-social-media-defamationIn this short video Sophie Lessar and Paul Baker look at how social media sites bring potential risks and liabilities relating to defamation claims arising from user generated content.Thu, 10 May 2012 13:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120419-dealing-with-consumers-conference/how-to-win-on-social-media-intellectual-propertyIn this short video Sophie Lessar and Angus McLean look at potential intellectual property risks and liabilities arising from the use of social media sites.Thu, 10 May 2012 13:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120419-dealing-with-consumers-conference/sales-without-bordersIn this short video, Mark Dewar and Michiko Jo look at the key concepts and issues of the Common European Sales Law.Thu, 10 May 2012 13:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120419-dealing-with-consumers-conference/how-to-win-on-social-media-consumer-protectionIncreased use of social media sites brings rise to new potential risks and liabilities relating to consumer protection. Sophie Lessar and Thomas Burgoo review these issues in this short video.Thu, 10 May 2012 13:17:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120419-dealing-with-consumers-conference/help-someones-stolen-my-m-wallet-legal-issues-mobile-internet-transactionsMobile transactions have great appeal to consumers and business alike. Sophie Lessar talks to Mark Dewar about the key legal issues for establishing and operating M-wallets. Thu, 10 May 2012 13:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/20120419-Dealing-with-consumers-conferenceA business dealing with consumers faces two challenges: meeting the demands of consumers in a changing marketplace and dealing with the demands of governments and regulators. This training offered the chance to hear about a broad range of topics discussing how a business needs to focus on these key issues and developments that may change the way it does business.Thu, 10 May 2012 13:16:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/employment-conference-calls/employee-misuse-of-informationOne of a series of practical telephone calls in English, considering recent developments and cases in relation to employee misuse of and protection of confidential information/trade secrets and IP rights in England and Wales.Tue, 08 May 2012 10:43:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/17-uk-patent-box-flyerA brief overview of the UK’s forthcoming patent box regime and steps to be taken to prepare for its introduction.Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:29:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/2012-data-protection-client-briefing-programme/overseas-transfers-of-dataMaterials available from a training seminar in which our data protection experts discuss the rules associated with overseas data transfers and the various options available to organisations in relation to complying with those rules.Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:01:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/12-tmt-regulatory-roundup-march-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:43:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/03-digital-economy-act-2010-courts-supervisory-role-in-copyright-proceedingsThe Court of Appeal has reversed those parts of the first instance decision that refused to grant certain claimants Norwich Pharmacal relief to identify suspected copyright infringers.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:33:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/03-crossborder-injunctions-has-the-spider-returned-to-its-webAdvocate General Cruz Villalón says in Solvay v Honeywell that “spider in the web” crossborder, interim injunctions are permissible in certain “nuanced” circumstances.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:15:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/30-spanish-competition-commission-concern-proposals-to-create-a-single-regulatory-authoritySpanish regulators and the competition authority are united in their opposition to plans to create a new super regulator - the National Markets and Competition Commission - in Spain.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:07:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/23-cyber-squatting-what-role-for-the-english-courtsA report on a recent court case on the dispute resolution procedure set out by Nominet.Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:18:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0221-frand-defences-in-smartphone-disputesSimmons & Simmons supervising associate Gavin Lawson talks to colleague Nicholas Fox about the meaning and application of FRAND terms in European smartphone disputes.Thu, 22 Mar 2012 15:35:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/21-china-increases-obligations-for-internet-content-providersOn 15 March 2012, a new regulation came into effect in China which places additional restrictions on how Internet Content Providers interact with competitors and internet users in cyber space. The rules will impact all companies which have an online presence in China. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 03:58:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120321-developments-in-data-protection-in-the-middle-eastVideo recording of a seminar on developments in data protection and privacy laws in the Middle East.Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:21:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/19-tmt-regulatory-roundup-february-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 19 Mar 2012 15:15:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20120315-hot-topics-in-data-protection-and-privacy-in-the-netherlandsAnnemarie Elenbaas covers the core topics on data protection and privacy in the Netherlands in a conference calls in Dutch and English language. Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:12:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/14-insolvency-and-ipAn examination of insolvency and intellectual property considerations in Europe.Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:59:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/14-china-the-next-front-in-the-global-patent-warsSmartphone patent wars have erupted everywhere except China. Will it be the next country to draw battle lines?Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:34:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0218-whats-behind-the-smartphone-warsNicholas Fox, Of Counsel specialising in electronics, telecoms and software patent litigation, speaks to colleague Paul England about the strategies and drivers behind the "smartphone wars".Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:45:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/es-ES/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/01-tratamiento-de-datos-personales-sin-el-consentimiento-del-interesadoAnálisis de la reciente sentencia de 2 de febrero del Tribunal Supremo.Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:38:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/2012-data-protection-client-briefing-programme/revisions-to-the-eu-data-protection-directiveMembers of our data protection team discuss the key proposed changes to the existing regime set out in the draft Data Protection Regulation.Mon, 27 Feb 2012 10:01:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/2012-Data-Protection-Client-Briefing-ProgrammeA series of client briefings on the latest legal and regulatory developments specifically designed for the needs of those who deal with data protection issues.Mon, 27 Feb 2012 09:57:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/20-european-patent-litigation-structure-and-developmentsProgress towards a unified patent system in Europe is moving fast, but for the time being the complex differences in national patent regimes persist. This article examines those differences and the implications for those starting or defending a patent infringement claim. This article forms part of our Unified Patent Court Toolkit.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:54:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/ja-JP/legal-topics/intellectual-property/20-european-patent-litigation-structure-and-developments-japanese欧州では統一特許制度に向けた動きが加速していますが、当面は、各国ごとに異なる複雑な特許制度が欧州では存続することになります。本稿では、特許侵害を張する者又はされた者にとって、各国制度の違いがどのように影響するのかを整理します。Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:42:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/20-developments-in-dubai-international-financial-centre-data-protection-lawProposed amendments to the DIFC Data Protection Law were publicly circulated in January 2012. The amendments are intended to enable more effective enforcement of the law.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:33:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/20-data-breaches-by-asia-pacific-banksRecent high profile data security breaches by banks in the Asia Pacific region highlight the business and regulatory risks of falling foul of data protection rules.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 08:10:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/12-tmt-regulatory-roundup-january-2012The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:43:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/ja-JP/legal-topics/intellectual-property/17-termination-and-damages-ruling-on-know-how-licence-agreements-japanese-versionドイツ連邦最高裁判所は、長期ノウハウライセンス契約の解除権に関する判決を行いました。この判決では、契約解除権が消滅するために必要な期間は、一律に定まるものではなく、契約ごとの事情によって異なるとの判断が下されました。債務不履行があった場合であっても、継続的な義務が定められている長期取引契約の当事者は、情報を収集し、交渉を行う時間的余裕があることになります。Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:46:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/17-termination-and-damages-ruling-on-know-how-licence-agreementsThe German courts have ruled on the termination of a long term know how licence. There is no one size fits all period after which the right to terminate an agreement ends.Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:42:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/tax/14-importing-and-using-aircraft-vat-issuesA short note setting out the VAT implications of importing an aircraft into the EU.Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:28:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0215-doing-r-and-d-in-chinaSimmons & Simons partner Lewis Ho talks to colleague Jenna Ho Marris about the current issues facing foreign technology companies conducting R&D in China.Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:39:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/13-apec-endorses-crossborder-data-protection-rulesAPEC’s proposed rules aim to improve cross border data flow and promote a unified approach to data protection by organisations operating across APEC member statesMon, 13 Feb 2012 07:39:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/10-twitter-ye-not-a-salutary-tale-on-social-mediaA decision of the Bar Standards Board that highlights potential risks to professionals in embracing social media.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/07-data-protection-regulationSummary of key changes contained in the European Commission’s proposal for a Data Protection Regulation.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:07:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/30-data-privacy-is-rising-in-the-eastThis article looks at how the The Greater China region is taking significant steps towards implementing increased protections of individuals’ personal data.Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:12:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/dispute-resolution-commercial/02-mitigation-costs-cover-standard-life-assurance-limited-v-ace-european-group-and-othersStandard Life has succeeded in a £100m claim under its professional indemnity insurance, for a payment made to mitigate the risk of greater claims.Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:06:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/issue-11-tmt-regulatory-roundup-december-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:58:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/fr-FR/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/24-arret-sabam-requiem-pour-hadopi-3La Cour de Justice de l’Union Européenne a rendu le 24 Novembre 2011 un arrêt très attendu dans le monde de l’internet et des réseaux. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/18-10-things-you-need-to-know-about-merger-control-in-europeWed, 18 Jan 2012 10:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/16-qatar-domain-name-registrationMembers of the public can now register domain names in Qatar in English on a first come first serve basis. The article discusses relevant risks.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/information-communication-and-technology/16-draft-data-protection-and-privacy-law-in-qatarQatar’s Supreme Council of Information and Communication Technology (ICT Qatar) is currently reviewing its draft Personal Information Privacy Protection Law for Qatar, following a period of public consultation on the draft law. If the law comes into force in Qatar it will be ground-breaking in the Middle East where for the most part, there are no specific data protection or privacy laws.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/antitrust-and-merger-control/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-dawn-raidsFri, 13 Jan 2012 10:31:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/ja-JP/legal-topics/intellectual-property/20-german-patent-infringement-litigation-japaneseドイツの特許訴訟制度は世界中で最も高い評価と信頼を得ています。多数の国際的大企業が、クロスボーダーの特許侵害案件について、本社をドイツ外に置く場合であっても、まずドイツで訴訟を提起しています。本資料ではかかるドイツの特許侵害訴訟制度の基礎を説明します。Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:14:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/issue-10-tmt-regulatory-roundup-november-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/01-european-patent-harmonisation-wishful-thinkingThis article looks at attempts by EU national courts to harmonise their approach to procedure and substantive law in the field of patent law. This article forms part of our Unified Patent Court Toolkit.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0203-patent-infringement-and-criminal-liabilitySimmons & Simmons partners Peter Meyer and Sascha Kuhn discuss the risk of criminal seizure of goods during tradefairs on the basis of alleged patent infringements. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/21-tmt-regulatory-roundup-october-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0196-key-data-centre-real-estate-issuesSimmons & Simmons technology lawyer Martin Hayward talks to real estate colleague Ali Crosthwaite about the key real estate issues currently impacting data centre tenants and data centre owners - with a particular focus on data centre leasing issues. Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/21-tmt-regulatory-roundup-september-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/14-tmt-regulatory-roundup-august-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0188-issues-in-patent-licence-disputesSimmons & Simmons non contentious life sciences specialist Richard Binns talks to colleague Paul England about the issues to look out for if you are seeking to renegotiate or dispute agreements in your patent licence portfolio. Mon, 12 Sep 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/1-tmt-regulatory-roundup-june-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/16-tmt-regulatory-roundup-may-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/20110512-TMT-Sector-Legal-Update-2011Video recordings and accompanying slides from our fourth annual TMT sector legal update, held on 12 May 2011.Thu, 12 May 2011 17:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/6-tmt-regulatory-roundup-april-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Thu, 05 May 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/14-tmt-regulatory-roundup-march-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/newsletter-listing/tmt-regulatory-roundup/22-tmt-regulatory-roundup-february-2011The TMT Regulatory Roundup provides a monthly summary of key telecoms related regulatory and legislative developments across the UK and the EU.Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/podcast/episode-0112-business-method-and-software-patentsSimmons & Simmons partner Rowan Freeland talks to Paul England about US and European patents on business methods and computer programs in the financial services sector.Thu, 16 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/01-patenting-strategies-for-software-companiesA adopting a patent strategy can add significant value to a software company. At the heart of such a strategy is identifying what, where and how to protect innovations.Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:33:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/Resources/Training-Landing/20100520-TMT-sector-legal-update-2010Video recordings and slides from our third annual TMT sector legal update, held on Thursday 20 May 2010 in our London office. Wed, 19 May 2010 23:00:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/legal-topics/intellectual-property/01-but-you-cant-patent-softwareDespite popular misconceptions, most software innovations can be patented provided the are associated with some kind of “technical effect”.Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:08:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20090521-head-in-the-cloudsTopics in this session included: dealing with integration risk between multiple suppliers; prioritising "Green IT" issues; ensuring data security/protection compliance; and driving service performance.Thu, 21 May 2009 13:21:00 GMThttp://www.elexica.com/en/resources/training-landing/20090521-i-spy-with-my-little-eyeVideo recording and slides from a seminar looking at the law surrounding the monitoring and recording of communications, its intersection with data protection law and the legal issues arising out of the use of web analytics tools such as the Phorm system.Thu, 21 May 2009 13:21:00 GMT