Digital Regulation

Guiding you through the complex landscape of technology compliance.

Regulation is a critical concern for technology businesses—posing significant risks to their operations, finances and brand reputation.

With regulators equipped with increased funding and investigatory and enforcement powers, scrutiny has intensified and enforcement has become more common. Criminal sanctions are increasingly prevalent, and in many countries, directors and senior managers are personally liable for their organisation’s compliance.

Your partner in digital regulation

We have one of the world’s leading digital regulation practices. Operating across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we’re one of a few firms capable of advising on the entire spectrum of digital regulation—from regulation of competition in digital markets to prevention of online harms, from AI regulation to cryptocurrency regulation and from data privacy regulation to product safety regulation.

Our diverse client base includes major digital platforms and other TMT sector companies, financial institutions, corporations, and government departments, providing us with unique perspectives and insights. And our global reach—-with a network of offices in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia—allows us to apply our expertise to all the jurisdictions they operate in.

Our core services

AI Regulation

Advice on emerging (AI regulation)[/en/expertise/service/ai/ai-law] (including the EU AI Act) and the application of existing regulation to AI technology.

Competition

Guidance on compliance with competition regulations including the EU Digital Markets Act, managing investigations by competition authorities, securing anti-trust clearance for corporate transactions, advising on foreign direct investment regulations and handling competition litigation.

Online harms and consumer protection

Data and cybersecurity

Support on data privacy regulations, data commercialisation and licensing, authority investigations, and managing data and cybersecurity incidents, including prevention and incident response.

Cryptocurrency regulation

Advice on compliance with securities laws, anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, and other legal obligations relevant to cryptocurrency activities. Our team helps clients stay ahead of regulatory changes and navigate complex international frameworks.

International trade

Guidance on export controls, movement of goods and services, sanctions and foreign direct investment regulations.

Tax

Expertise in corporate tax, transfer pricing, VAT, employment tax, and the evolving landscape of digital services taxation, with a focus on IP taxation and technology finance products.