Australia’s utility‑scale battery market has reached an inflection point. Over the past year, big batteries have moved decisively beyond their original role as a transitional firming solution, e ...

As a major sponsor of the AFR Business Summit 2026, Allens supported two days of rigorous discussion between Australia’s leading business figures, investors and policymakers on the forces shapin ...

The port sector plays a critical role in Vietnam’s export-driven economy and has consistently attracted international investment. In recent years, foreign investors have increasingly favoured M& ...

Valeska and co-host David Rountree speak with Lieutenant General Michelle McGuinness CSC, Australia's National Cyber Security Coordinator and leader of the National Office of Cyber Security (NOCS). Mi ...

Connected vehicles are no longer just a tech trend; they’re a regulatory priority. With privacy and safety regulators sharpening their focus, organisations need to understand the legal risks and ...

For the first time, the Federal Court has successfully imposed civil penalties for cybersecurity failures under the general Australian Financial Services Licence obligations. Proceedings commenced by ...

Australia’s regulatory and enforcement landscape remained active and increasingly assertive in 2025, driven by cost-of-living pressures, rapid digital change and rising expectations around governance and accountability. ...

Vietnam’s insurance sector, supported by favourable demographics and low insurance penetration, has long been an attractive destination for foreign investment. Although the market faced a tempor ...

David is a Partner in Technology, Media and Telecommunications with significant experience in major technology and outsourcing procurement deals. ...

Vietnam’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors are entering a defining decade, with demand for high‑quality care accelerating, driven by an ageing population, rising incomes and a government eager to modernise the system. ...