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We wanted to share some highlights from this year’s "Lampa" conversation festival! #Ellex in Latvia hosted a discussion on risks associated with use of artificial intelligence “Does the red velvet curtain of artificial intelligence conceal a risk of rights infringements?" A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us. Your engagement and insights made this event truly memorable. Special thanks to our moderator and panelists: Liga Merwin – Ellex in Latvia, Managing Partner, Attorney at Law. Edvijs Zandars, Ellex in Latvia, Associate Partner, Attorney at Law. Renate Strazdina, Microsoft, National Technology Officer Central Europe and Central Asia Gatis Ozols, Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development, Deputy State Secretary on Digital Transformation issues Juris Baums, AIacademy.lv and Hyperscan AI, Founder and Chief Growth Officer Kristofers Kalniņš-Liberis, Data Protection Specialist, Debate Lecturer 🗒 During the event, we delved into critical topics such as: 🖊 The potential for AI to lead to rights infringements and how companies can navigate these risks. 🖊 Balancing technological advancement with legal and ethical considerations. 🖊 Ensuring privacy, security, equality, and the safeguarding of social and property rights in the age of AI. 💡 The discussion underscored the importance of addressing these issues collaboratively across sectors to ensure the responsible use of AI. 📺 If you missed the live discussion and would like to revisit the conversation, you can watch the recording here: https://lnkd.in/dzpKcEEG We extend our gratitude to the participants, our panelists, and the festival organizers. Your contributions and enthusiasm are crucial in driving the conversation forward and shaping a future where technology and rights co-exist harmoniously. #Ellex #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #RightsInfringements #LampaFestival #Technology #Privacy #Security #Equality #DigitalTransformation

What are the latest developments impacting the competition field in Romania? Anca Diaconu contributed to The Debrief section of the most recent edition of CEE Legal Matters ‘ magazine, sharing her view on the Romanian Competition Council`s willingness to initiate the process of drafting guidelines concerning the Romanian Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) screening regime. Check out the entire piece below in the comments section. #NNDKP #Competition  

Adriana I. Gaspar talked about the evolution of the private equity market in Romania in recent years and the factors that influence investors` decisions in specific industries, during the Private equity & Private credit panel of Mirsanu Investors Summit 2024.   Want to know more about the topic? Check out the link in the first comment for more insights shared by Adriana I. Gaspar during the event.    #NNDKP

Florina Firaru, our Head of IP, talks about the evolution of trademark cancellation and revocation procedures and the strategic options available to trademark owners and third parties in resolving conflicts, in a recently published article on IP STARS (Managing IP). Check out the entire piece in the comments section. 👇🏻 #NNDKP #IPStars 

#KGLawFirm has been recognized in the IP STARS (Managing IP) 2024 Edition for our exceptional work in Intellectual Property. This recognition underscores our commitment, profound expertise, and dedication to providing value-added services to our clients. Also, a special highlight to Irene Kyriakides, Partner of the Intellectual Property practice, who has been acknowledged as a Notable Practitioner. Congratulations to all the members of our Intellectual Property team! Your hard work and dedication have made this achievement possible. We continue to strive for excellence in delivering top-tier legal services and innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our clients. #IPStars #IPStars2024 #ManagingIP #Greece #rankings #IntellectualProperty

KG Partner, Theodore Rakintzis, alongside Phoebe Kouvelas, lawyer and founder of ArtSecure, have contributed to the Lexology Panoramic - Art Law 2024. 🎨 The chapter sheds light on the intricate legal frameworks and emerging trends in the art world in Greece, including topics such as the protection of cultural heritage, ownership disputes, and the regulatory environment. It also addresses recent developments and trends, providing guidance for navigating legal challenges in the art industry.   #LexologyPanoramic #ArtLaw #legal #KGLawFirm  

Our Managing Partner, John Kyriakides, recently participated in the 2nd Rule of Law Conference organized by the American - Hellenic Chamber of Commerce. As Chairman of the Chamber's Legislative Reforms Committee, Mr. Kyriakides delivered a powerful speech emphasizing that the Rule of Law is a fundamental pillar for the development and prosperity of every nation and society. He highlighted its connection to progress, stability, trust in institutions, investment attraction, and economic well-being.   Mr. Kyriakides also engaged in an insightful discussion with Judge Francesco Depasquale, President of the European Commission for the efficiency of justice (CEPEJ). They explored topics such as the role of CEPEJ, Greece's position in evaluation reports, cyberjustice, and the impact of artificial intelligence on the justice sector. The discussion further delved into methodologies for developing strategies aimed at reducing delays in the judicial process.   Additionally, our Litigation Partner, Vicky Kriketou, participated in a panel discussion moderated by Professor Dimitrios Tsikrikas of National & Kapodistrian University of Athens' Faculty of Law. Ms. Kriketou shared her expertise on the challenges facing mediation in Greece, emphasizing the importance of fostering a culture supportive of alternative dispute resolution among both parties and their legal representatives.   At KG Law Firm, we are proud to have leaders like John Kyriakides and Vicky Kriketou who contribute to shaping the future of justice and legal reforms.   #KGLawFirm #RuleOfLaw #LegalReforms #JohnKyriakides #VickyKriketou #AmCham #CEPEJ #Cyberjustice #AIinJustice

The 6th anniversary of #GDPR prompted us to reflect on the significant developments in the field over the past year and what lies ahead. While navigating the evolving regulatory landscape has been a challenge for companies, authorities, and individuals alike, a positive trend of progress is undeniable. This past year in particular has seen a considerable number of court decisions addressing a broad range of data protection matters. Our colleagues, Iurie Cojocaru and Mihai Rotaru, take a closer look at the most relevant judgements of the Court of Justice of the European Union and explore their potential impact on the data protection landscape. Looking ahead, several upcoming cases hold the potential to bring significant changes in the field. ⬇️ Read about our 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗸𝘀 in the article below. 👉 For latest news and valuable data protection legal insights, check our dedicated blog: 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗱 (link in the first comment).  #NNDKP #GDPR #dataprotection 

The newest episode of News from Poland is devoted to the topic of personal responsibility of management bodies for compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards, particularly with the EU NIS2 Directive and its upcoming transposal to Polish law. The subject is explained by Jakub Barański, adwokat and partner from the firm's Dispute Resolution Practice. Afterwards Konrad Grotowski, summarises the economic effects of Poland's 20-year presence in the European Union. #wardynskipartners #wiw #nfp #newsfrompoland

What you should know about the Act for Markets in Crypto-Assets? 🤔 Almost a year has passed since the Regulation on markets in crypto-assets came into force and the member states have been thereafter introducing national legal acts for specifying the regulation. Two weeks ago it was Estonia’s turn when the Estonian parliament adopted the Act for Markets in Crypto-Assets. Here are the main take-aways: 📌 No simplified transition: Estonia does not foresee a simplified transition for entities which operate currently under the authorisation for virtual currency service providers. 📌 Maximum transition deadline: Virtual currency service providers can provide services under their current authorisation until 1 July 2026. 📌 Requirements for the management: The crypto-asset service providers are required to have a two-member management board and generally a three-member supervisory board. Considering the small size of the Estonian market, finding additional qualified board members will be a challenge. 📌 Similar supervision to financial institutions: the crypto-asset service providers shall go under the supervision of the Estonian Financial Supervision Authority and the reference standard here will be financial entities. For more detailed insights, read the full article by #Ellex FinTech experts Anneli Krunks and Marko Kairjak: https://bit.ly/45C4J19 #fintech