The EU Artificial Intelligence Act: our 16 key takeaways
The AI Act is the first comprehensive AI regulation in the world. In this first episode of our Artificial Intelligence series, we have set out our initial key takeaways on the AI Act based on the text as currently approved by the Council of the EU.
ESG and potential director’s liability: taking the lead in the transition to more sustainable business operations
There is a lot coming at companies with regard to sustainability matters these days. This could also affect company directors’ responsibilities and liability. In this article, we will discuss some points of attention and share our practical observations.
CSRD: Strategic Sustainability Implications
The importance of strategic-level engagement with sustainability matters in response to the CSRD should not be underestimated. This requires a shift in mindset from simply complying with regulations to considering sustainability as a key business issue.
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Stibbe advises Q-Park on its July 2024 refinancing transaction
Stibbe has advised Q-Park, a leading operator of parking facilities in seven Western European countries, on its latest refinancing transaction.
Stibbe represents Apple Inc. in opt-out class action for alleged abuse of dominance
Stibbe is acting as Apple's defence counsel in a Dutch opt-out class action for alleged abuse of a dominance in relation to the App Store.
Stibbe assists Schoolkracht
Stibbe assisted Schoolkracht, a private consortium consisting of AG Real Estate, EPICO², Rebel and Ethias, with the realisation of a DBFM (Design, Build, Finance, Maintain) programme for the first cluster of 27 Schools of Flanders.
Stibbe assisted Contassur in the sale of a branch 21 life insurance portfolio to Monument RE
We assisted the Belgian insurance company Contassur in all aspects of the sale of a closed traditional group life insurance portfolio of branch 21 to the Belgian subsidiary of Monument RE, Monument Assurance Belgium.
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Netherlands Law Firm of the Year 2024
Belgium Tax Disputes Firm of the Year
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Netherlands Tax Disputes Firm of the Year
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