Data, Technology, Privacy & Cybersecurity

Data & Technology

In today's digital era, continuous innovation is essential for businesses to seize new opportunities. We understand the challenges of staying innovative and profitable. Our team advises on technology transactions, outsourcing, data privacy, information management, and cybersecurity. We design compliance programs to protect critical business interests and use novel structures for new technology offerings.

Privacy & Cybersecurity

In an increasingly connected world, cybersecurity and data privacy are paramount. Our team helps you establish a robust framework to meet your business objectives and grow securely. We provide comprehensive advice on due diligence, cross-border data transfer, and navigating complex regulatory frameworks.

Advisory

Our advisory services cover a wide range of issues, from due diligence in acquisitions to cross-border data transfers. We explore potential threats up and down your supply chain and renegotiate contracts with third parties to better safeguard your interests and manage cyber risks. Our global network ensures you have a local specialist to navigate regional nuances, giving you the confidence to grow your organization securely.

Incident response

In the event of a cyberattack or data breach, the first 48 hours are critical. Our incident response team offers practical, real-time advice to help you respond decisively and recover swiftly. We assist with forensics, regulatory reporting, and managing internal and external communications to ensure a swift and effective response. Our extensive network of current and former government and regulatory contacts provides 360° advice to foresee and address any challenges that may follow.

Disputes

Following a cyber or data security breach, you may need to take further offensive or defensive action. Our disputes team is on hand to advise on securing funds through litigation or defending against claims or consumer class actions. We leverage our extensive network of regulatory agency contacts to minimize your exposure worldwide and protect your interests and reputation.

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United Kingdom: CMA publishes Approach Document on commencement of the new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024

With the majority of the UK’s Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) provisions having entered into force on 6 April 2025, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published its Approach Document – setting out enforcement priorities for the next 12 months and what businesses can expect following the widespread reforms to the UK consumer law regime.

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