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Making the quantum computing leap
The Federal Government's recent National Quantum Strategy and FY2023–24 Budget signal a strong commitment to growing Australia's quantum computing sector. To assist organisations aiming to capitalise on that renewed focus, this Insight gives an overview of the technology and the legal issues. ...
Allens and Linklaters advise OTPP on NZ$1.076bn telco towers acquisition
Together with NZ firm Chapman Tripp, Allens and Linklaters advised OTPP on the long-term service agreement governing access to the towers, which has an initial term of 20 years, as well as the buil ...
Generative AI in practice: a guide for in-house legal teams
In-house legal teams are uniquely placed to be early adopters and champions of AI. We've designed a guide to help you and your team assess and deploy generative AI across the legal function. ...
Why every company should have a structured cyber simulation program
The single most determinative factor in how an organisation emerges from a cyberattack is how it conducts itself during the crisis. And the biggest determinant of how an organisation conducts itself during a crisis is how prepared it is. Here are five tips to keep in mind. ...
Allens advises Burgundy Diamond Mines on $234m capital raising and ASX re-compliance listing
This cross-border deal has led to Burgundy becoming the largest ASX-listed diamond company, and one of the largest listed diamond companies globally. The Allens team advised Burgundy on an equity ...
Key considerations for customer-owned bank mergers
The consolidation of the mutual banking sector in Australia, as evidenced by recent mergers involving four of the country's largest customer-owned banks, is a response to competitive pressures and the need to scale technology, funding and compliance costs. ...
ACCC calls for significant reforms in Digital Platforms Inquiry Final Report (Part II): A platform for sweeping privacy reform
The ACCC has called for significant reforms in Digital platforms to strengthen privacy protections for individuals and to improve transparency and accountability In data handling practices for both digital platforms and other organisations regulated by the Privacy Act 1998. ...
Allens advises Freudenberg on $80m acquisition of cleaning giant
Allens has advised Freudenberg Household Products Pty Ltd on its acquisition of E.D. Oates Pty Ltd from GUD Holdings Limited for $80 million. The acquisition of Oates, Australia's market leader in ...
Metaverse, VR and AR: what you need to know
The digital world is rapidly transforming and, with the metaverse and other virtual technologies coming to prominence, this transformation is only going to accelerate. To stay ahead of the curve, businesses need to understand what's ahead, the coming changes and what these mean in practice. ...
Swaps over choppy waters: deal contingent derivatives provide certainty in uncertain times
In this Insight, we examine deal contingent derivatives, with a particular focus on their benefits over other financial risk mitigation tools such as swaptions and forward starting swaps. ...