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World first: Australia says ‘yes’ to AI inventors
The decision in Thaler v Commissioner of Patents [2021] FCA 879 is the first judicial determination in the world in favour of AI systems being named as inventors of a patent. The availability of patent protection for AI-generated inventions is a vexed and controversial issue. ...
Unlocking the potential of distributed energy resources and demand side participation
The Energy Security Board's (ESB) Post 2025 Market Design Options Paper provides a glimpse into upcoming reforms that aim to release the potential of distributed energy resources to meet current challenges with falling minimum demand and to leverage demand side participation. ...
Mandatory CCR is here – what's actually different?
The mandatory comprehensive credit reporting scheme is finally in operation. We explain what's changed, who it affects, and the key considerations, risks and obligations — including steps you need to take soon. ...
Allens advises on largest Australian hotel real estate sale
Allens has advised a fund managed by the Mirvac Group and the NRMA on the record $620 million sale of the Travelodge hotel portfolio to fund manager Salter Brothers. ...
Allens advises Mitsubishi Corporation on acquisition of Australian Integrated Carbon
AIC obtains carbon credits through human-induced regeneration, a process that involves CO2-sequestrations achieved in the regrowth of Australia's native forests. The acquisition will assist ...
Allens strengthens energy practice with appointment of new partner
Allens has appointed Louis Chiam as a Partner in the firm's Projects and Development practice in Melbourne. ...
AIFMD: update on the state of play for Australian fund managers post-Brexit
The landscape for wholesale investment funds in the UK has shifted in the wake of Brexit. We give a round-up of the latest developments, and explain what Australian fund managers who are marketing their products to EU or UK investors need to know. ...
Changes to FIRB Guidance Notes
The Australian Government has finalised and released legislation to make major changes to Australia's foreign investment laws – commonly known as the 'FIRB regime' – with effect from 1 January 2021. This Insight summarises the key changes to the FIRB regime. ...
Dumped: When a tenant walks out, who is responsible for abandoned waste?
The New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a prevention notice requiring a landlord to clean up hundreds of tonnes of hazardous e-waste abandoned by its tenant. ...
Allens acts for Salesforce on obtaining ACCC clearance
'We are pleased to have acted for Salesforce in such a significant acquisition. Combining Salesforce and Slack's complementary solutions is expected to enhance the way organisations and people work ...