Telecommunications, Media and Technology
Using our powerful global network, we work on many of the largest and most high-profile telecommunications, media and technology transactions and cases.
Supporting the TMT sector is a key priority for Allen & Overy and we have a dedicated TMT sector group which allows us to foster and share industry knowledge and expertise across our offices and legal disciplines. As many of our TMT clients operate across borders, we support them by being able to combine our talents and resources to provide solutions in almost any country, at any time.
Few firms can deliver the combination of experience and resource that is needed to handle the most important matters. Our team benefits from experience acquired not only in private practice but also in-house at leading TMT companies and on secondments to corporates and regulatory bodies.
This means we provide relevant industry-focused advice, delivered quickly to ensure that we add value from day one. So, irrespective of the location, the size, or the complexity of the matter, you can be confident that we have the right team in the right place.
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News: 30 OCTOBER 2019
International tier one telecoms carrier fined for sanctions breach
The UK financial sanctions enforcer, the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI), announced on 28 October a fine of a UK subsidiary of an international tier 1 telecoms carrier (the Company) for indirectly facilitating international telephone calls to SyriaTel, a designated entity under EU financial sanctions on Syria, implemented by the Syria (European Union Financial Sanctions) Regulations 2012.
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Publications: 02 OCTOBER 2019
Cookies consent does not escape the GDPR: The CJEU issued its decision in the Planet49 case
On 1 October 2019, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued its long-awaited decision in the case Planet49 (Case C‑673/17). The decision clarifies the requirements for valid cookie consent under Directive 2002/58 (ePrivacy Directive).
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Publications: 19 DECEMBER 2018
Over the recent months there has been a proliferation in the development of stablecoins, namely crypto-assets pegged in value to fiat currency or other assets. While the price fluctuations of other crypto-assets make them perhaps more attractive for speculation, the relative stability of stablecoins offers the possibility of cryptocurrencies being adopted for use in everyday transactions.
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Publications: 23 AUGUST 2018
The new law of 1 August 2018 clarifies data protection in Luxembourg
Just before summer recess, Luxembourg Parliament has adopted the law of 1 August 2018 which implements certain parts of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and repeals the former data protection law of 2 August 2002. This new law has been eagerly awaited as it puts an end to the legal uncertainty surrounding the applicability of the old law since the entry into force of the GDPR on 25 May 2018. The new law enters into force on 20 August 2018.
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Highly regarded for its ability to handle significant TMT-related transactions for a high-profile client base. Represents a raft of key technology players.
Client feedback in Chambers & Partners Global 2018 (TMT: Global-wide)
Clients appreciate the firm’s high level of service, noting that ‘you have absolute confidence in getting high-quality work,’ adding that the advice is ‘delivered to you when you need it.
Client feedback in Chambers & Partners Global 2018 (TMT: Global-wide)
