UK and Singapore Tech Ties Strengthened with New Data and AI Agreements
The UK and Singapore have committed to jointly advancing government use of data and emerging technologies. Two new Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed this week during UK Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden’s visit to Singapore. The agreements between the UK’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and Singapore’s Ministry of Communications and Information and […]
The Importance of Transaction Advisory: Lessons from Business Successes and Failures
Transaction advisory is essential for major business deals, as evidenced by both triumphs and disasters. Advisors help guide strategic decisions and avoid costly mistakes through services like valuation, due diligence and M&A counsel. Consider Disney acquiring Pixar in 2006 for $7.4 billion. Pixar made blockbusters like Toy Story and became Disney’s most successful film studio. […]
The 6 Attributes to Look for in a Modern GRC Platform
Cybersecurity and compliance are two of the biggest challenges facing today’s organisations. There are several reasons for this. Cybersecurity threats and regulations are constantly evolving. Cybercriminals are continuously developing new methods to attack businesses, while regulators regularly modify existing rules and introduce new ones. Compliance requires a lot of repetitive, manual work to gather evidence […]
New Commercial Agency Law in UAE Offers Improved Flexibility for Foreign Companies
The United Arab Emirates introduced Federal Law No. 3 of 2022 concerning the Regulation of Commercial Agencies on 15th June, ushering in several key changes that make it easier for foreign companies to do business in the country. The new law replaces Federal Law No. 18 of 1981 and creates a more balanced relationship between […]
Important Considerations for M & A in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a key market for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the Middle East, with several high-profile deals in recent years. However, there are some important aspects to consider for M&A transactions in the UAE that differ from other jurisdictions. Private share sales and asset sales are the […]
The Intersection of HR and Global Mobility: Essential Considerations
Global mobility has become a key business strategy for companies looking to expand into new markets. Allowing employees to relocate internationally can benefit both businesses and staff, but also presents challenges for HR in managing the process. What is Global Mobility? Global mobility refers to companies moving employees from one country to another, either short […]