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  1. Jaysen

    The rise of the Neobanks in the UK

    In this article, you will learn: What is a Neobank? How are they challenging traditional banking? What problems do Neobanks face? How are traditional banks reacting? What is the impact on law firms? The rise of the Neobanks in the UK (by @Oliver Gilliland)
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    Big Commercial Stories | November 2018

    Find out about the biggest commercial news stories in November from our team of writers. You will learn about: The UK Digital Services Tax The Danske Bank Money Laundering scandal The US's Iran Sanctions The UK High Street Retail (collapse) Smart Contracts Snapchat's Regulatory Investigations...
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    Italy’s fiscal fight and distrust within the EU

    This article explains the current standoff between the EU and Italy. You will learn: What is the Italy budget crisis? Why does Italy want to increase its deficit spending? Why is the EU challenging Italy? How is the market responding? Does Europe need fixing? Italy’s fiscal fight and distrust...
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    London-Shanghai Stock Connect: a turning point or a bridge to nowhere?

    In this guide to China’s financial markets, you will learn: What is the London-Shanghai Stock Connect scheme? How does it work? How does China benefit? How do investors benefit? What is the impact on law firms? London-Shanghai Stock Connect: a turning point or a bridge to nowhere? (by...
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    The Lawyers' Guide to Big Tech Regulation

    Kaveesha's terrific guide to Big Tech Regulation explores: Facebook's Cambridge Analytica scandal Google breaching competition law Will governments tighten regulations? How will regulations impact Big Tech? The Lawyers' Guide to Big Tech Regulation (by @kaveesha)
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    Flexible working: the illusive dream

    Learn more about: What is flexible working? How has it taken over businesses? What are the benefits to employers and employees? Flexible working: the illusive dream (by @Christy)
  7. Jaysen

    India’s “DIY” approach needs fixing

    In this detailed guide to the Indian legal market, you will learn: How law firms used to operate in India The challenges of operating in India The attraction of the Indian market Why Indian authorities are restricting the legal market in India How foreign lawyers are currently operating in...
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    London: Missing out on a dockless opportunity?

    Learn more about: The rising popularity of the dockless scooter Why is London scooter-less? How London has been modernising urban mobility The role of data collection The lack of relevant regulation London: Missing out on a dockless opportunity? (by Andrew Kyprianides)
  9. Jaysen

    An investors' sin: money or drugs?

    Learn more about: Canada's legalisation of cannabis How Coca-Cola is expanding beyond the soft drinks market What is the appeal of the Cannabis market? An investors' sin: money or drugs? (by @Christy)
  10. Jaysen

    Understanding UK Ringfencing Legislation

    Learn more about: How is the UK government regulating "too-big-to-fail" banks"? What is ringfencing? Who will be affected? Is ringfencing necessary? Understanding UK Ringfencing Legislation (by Estelle Kadjo)
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    Commission: Could this be the new Dieselgate?

    Read this article to find out: Why is the European Commission investigating BMW, Daimler and the VW Group? Which EU antitrust rules did they allegedly violate? Was this really illegal? What are the consequences if this turns out to be true? Commission: Could this be the new Dieselgate? (by...
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    ‘Diversity and Inclusion’: the myths dispelled

    Read this article to learn more about: What is diversity and inclusion (D&I)? Who does it apply to? What are the structural barriers? Do D&I policies actually work? ‘Diversity and Inclusion’: the myths dispelled (by @Shynee)
  13. Jaysen

    The Lawyers' Guide to Blockchain

    Read this detailed guide to find out: What is blockchain? What are smart contracts? What are the risks of smart contract applications? What is the future of blockchain? The Lawyers' Guide to Blockchain (by @kaveesha)
  14. Jaysen

    A Truly British IPO

    Read this article to learn more about: Aston's Martin's decision to float on the London Stock Exchange Aston Martin's track record Investor concerns over Aston Martin's IPO A Truly British IPO (by @Christy)
  15. Jaysen

    NIO: Why did Tesla's Chinese competitor fail to impress NYSE?

    Read this article to learn more about: Who is Nio? Why is it Tesla's Chinese counterpart? What is the Tesla effect? What was Nio's IPO met with a lukewarm response? NIO: Why did Tesla's Chinese competitor fail to impress NYSE? (by Andrew Kyprianides)
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    The Battle for Africa Resumes and Intensifies

    Read this article to learn more about: Why are countries investing in Africa? What is the state of Chinese investment in Africa? Why does China want to invest in Africa? Why is this a serious concern for Paris and London? The Battle for Africa Resumes and Intensifies (by @Rufat)
  17. Jaysen

    The Driverless Future

    Read this article to learn more about: The competition to establish self-driving cars The response from regulators The challenge for lawyers Liability for the cause of accidents The response from the insurance industry Cybersecurity issues The Driverless Future (by @Christy)
  18. Jaysen

    Commercial awareness resources: collated list of pros and cons

    Hi Shane, I think your points about political instability/gov interference are great. No doubt they are still factors for lawyers to consider when defending clients in emerging markets.
  19. Jaysen

    How far will Iran divide the US from Europe?

    Read this article to learn about: Why did the EU allocate significant financial aid to Iran? Why did the US criticise this decision? How are American sanctions impacting businesses in the Iranian market? Why did the US withdraw from the nuclear deal with Iran? How far will Iran divide the US...
  20. Jaysen

    US-China Trade War Articles

    Check out the following articles on the US-China Trade War: Could the United States Win a Trade War Against China? (by @Rufat) Trade War: The Car Industry (by @Rufat) Why is China Devaluing its Currency (by @Rufat) The Trade War Timeline 2018 (by TCLA) Check out our outline in TCLA Premium for...

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