: Gide advised the European Investment Bank on the setting-up of a management trust enabling the start of the "equitization" of the first tranche of the loan contracted by Carmat with the European Investment Bank (the " EIB ") on December 17, 2018, for a total amount of €30 million, as part of the agreement reached between Carmat and its financial creditors, including the EIB, on new repayment terms for all its bank
: Mirabaud’s Bold UK Entry In a significant move underscoring its global expansion strategy, Mirabaud Asset Management has marked itsfirst foray into the UK property market with the acquisition of a premier office campus in Crawley, adjacent to London’s Gatwick Airport. This acquisition not only augments Mirabaud’s real estate portfolio to a staggering $700 million but also aligns withits trajectory of investing in strategic, single-tenant properties. Virgin Atlantic’s Nest: A Key Asset The focal point of this acquisition is the office building that has been the heart of Virgin Atlantic’s operations since its inception. This property, built exclusively for The post The Big Move: A Financial Titan’s First UK Property Gamble Pays Off appeared first on Business Today
: Key Takeaways: In a landmark development set to revolutionize the landscape of pension management, WealthOS, the cloud-native operating system for digital wealth management products, has unveiled its latest innovation. The launch of WealthOS’s cloud-native solution for Self-Invested Personal Pension accounts (SIPPs) marks a significant milestone in the digital transformation journey of pension providers in the U.K. With promises of streamlined operations, enhanced customer experiences, and unprecedented cost savings, WealthOS’s breakthrough solution is poised to reshape the future of pension management. Redefining Pension Management: The WealthOS Advantage As pension providers grapple with the complexities of legacy systems and manual processes, WealthOS The post Unlocking the Future of Pension Management: Revolutionary Cloud-Native Solution Revealed! appeared first on Business Today
: Key Takeaways: Unlocking Growth Potential: Recurly’s New Chief Marketing Officer In a strategic move aimed at fortifying its leadership team, Recurly, a prominent subscription management and billing platform, has appointed Lina Tonk as its Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). This significant development underscores Recurly’s dedication to accelerating growth and innovation within the subscription management industry. A Visionary Leader Joins Recurly With over two decades of experience in high-growth software companies, Lina Tonk brings a wealth of expertise in marketing leadership to her new role as CMO at Recurly. Her proven track record in building customer-centric teams, amplifying brand exposure, and driving The post Breaking News: Major Appointment in Subscription Management Industry appeared first on Business Today
: Key Takeaways: Unleashing the Power of AI in Logistics London, UK, 11 March 2024 – Dexory, a UK-based robotics and data intelligence company, is spearheading a transformative wave in the global logistics sector withits groundbreaking AI technology designed to revolutionize warehouse management. Through its innovative AI-powered logistics engine, Dexory aims to maximize operational efficiency, optimize inventory management, and enhance overall warehouse agility and responsiveness. DexoryView: Redefining Warehouse Optimization Dexory’s flagship platform, DexoryView, leverages a multi-site, digital twin approach to process millions of precise data sets captured daily across warehouses. By harnessing the capabilities of autonomous robots, DexoryView provides warehouse The post Unveiling the Future of Logistics: Dexory’s Groundbreaking AI Revolutionizes Warehouse Management appeared first on Business Today
: Key Takeaways: Unveiling the Data Quality Conundrum The Cost of Data Disarray In an age where data drives decisions, the quality of this data has become a critical concern for businesses globally. Inaccuracies in data can lead to erroneous decision-making and financial losses, with the collective annual cost reaching into the trillions. LiTech’s Mission to Mend Estonian startup LiTech, having secured significant funding, is stepping up to address this pervasive issue withits innovative Cloud-based SaaS platform aimed at enhancing data quality management across various industries. LiTech’s SaaS Platform: A Closer Look Democratizing Data Quality Management LiTech’s Cloud platform is The post Revolutionizing Data Management: The Game-Changing Platform Promising Billions in Savings appeared first on Business Today
: Several times each month, we are pleased to republish a recent book review from the Canadian Law Library Review ( CLLR ). CLLR is the official journal of the Canadian Association of Law Libraries (CALL/ACBD) , and its reviews cover both practice-oriented and academic publications related to the law. Leading in the Law with Emotional Intelligence: The Path to Becoming a Twenty-First-Century Leader. By Rob Durr & Cliff Zimmerman. Durham, NC: Carolina Academic Press, 2025. 342 p. Includes index. ISBN 9781531029654 (softcover) US$49.50; ISBN 9781531029661 (eBook) US$39.60. Reviewed by Marnie Bailey Manager, Knowledge Services Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP Emotional intelligence, . . . [more] The post Book Review: Leading in the Law With Emotional Intelligence: The Path to Becoming a Twenty-First-Century Leader appeared first on Slaw
: Key Takeaways: In a groundbreaking development reshaping the landscape of digital banking and payment solutions, Viva.com, Europe’s premier technology bank, announces the appointment of Jean-Brice Picardi as its new General Manager for the French market. With an extensive background in commercial banking and payment industries, Picardi’s appointment underscores Viva.com’s commitment to innovation and expansion in one of Europe’s key markets. Charting New Waters: Jean-Brice Picardi’s Appointment Jean-Brice Picardi, a seasoned veteran in the banking sector with nearly two decades of experience, assumes the role of General Manager for Viva.com in France. Bringing unparalleled expertise from his tenure at Floa, a The post Breaking News: Banking Veteran Takes Helm of Revolutionary Payment Platform—What’s Next for the Industry? appeared first on Business Today
: Key Takeaways: In a bold strategic move set to revolutionize the education sector, Ludenso, a leading provider of spatial technology for publishers and educational textbooks, has announced the appointment of Karen V. Ordones as its new Director of Partnerships. With a stellar career spanning 15 years in education and a decade of experience in startup management, Karen is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing Ludenso’s mission of reshaping the learning experience through augmented reality (AR) technology. Empowering Education Through Innovation: Ludenso’s Vision As the world grapples with the evolving demands of education in the digital age, Ludenso stands The post Revealed: Education Industry’s Secret Weapon Unleashed! appeared first on Business Today
: Key Takeaways: In a bold move against corporate overreach, a Manchester-based law firm, Barings Law, has announced plans to tackle the overcharging claims directed at St James’s Place, the UK’s largest wealth manager. With a surge in client complaints regarding excessive fees and unfulfilled services, Barings Law is expanding its workforce and establishing a new division dedicated to addressing these grievances head-on. As allegations of financial misconduct continue to surface, the battle for accountability in the financial sector intensifies. Let’s delve into the details of this groundbreaking initiative and its implications for both consumers and the financial industry. A Growing The post Shocking Revelation: Manchester Law Firm Takes on Wealth Giant Over Overcharging Scandal! appeared first on Business Today
: dc.contributor.author: Polo-Bergeron, Pierre dc.date.issued: 2026-10 dc.description.abstract: Ce mémoire propose une analyse critique du droit international de l’eau et de son application concrète, en particulier dans le bassin du Nil. La première partie examine l’architecture juridique internationale relative aux eaux transfrontalières, en détaillant ses fondements coutumiers et conventionnels ainsi que ses obligations procédurales et substantielles, et en évaluant son intégration des droits humains. La seconde partie analyse l’exemple égyptien comme vitrine des défis contemporains : elle met en lumière la tension entre la souveraineté étatique, la coopération régionale, la sécurité hydrique, le changement climatique et les crises humanitaires. L’étude conclut que si le droit international de l’eau constitue une base normative solide, sa mise en oeuvre reste tributaire de la volonté politique des États et de la création de mécanismes conjoints, qui seuls permettent une coopération effective et durable dans [...]
: Key Takeaways: Revolutionizing Business Education: The University of Huddersfield’s Breakthrough Partnership A New Era in Online Learning In a groundbreaking collaboration, the University of Huddersfield has joined forces with Coursera, a global leader in online education, to introduce an innovative MSc in Management program. This partnership marks a significant step in redefining how aspiring business leaders access top-tier education in an increasingly digital world. Flexibility Redefined: Performance-Based Admissions One of the key highlights of the University of Huddersfield-Coursera MSc in Management is its performance-based admissions approach. Unlike traditional programs, this online degree offers learners the opportunity to attempt an introductory The post Unveiling the Future of Business Education: A Game-Changing Online Degree You Need to Know About! appeared first on Business Today
: The Framework Convention on AI builds on international human rights law to establish a legal instrument aimed at ensuring respect for fundamental rights and principles recognised by States in the context of the development and use of AI. It is therefore in line with international and European ethical frameworks on AI. At the same time, it is a unique text, the first multilateral treaty applicable to activities within the AI lifecycle. This raises questions about its contribution to the contemporary co-construction of global AI governance. To this end, this contribution offers a systematic and contextual legal analysis of the main provisions of the text, examining first the holistic scope of the Framework Convention on AI and secondly its high-level normative substance. The analysis shows that the Convention is the result of a global political compromise, which makes it a text with modest and uncertain legal scope, especially with regard to persons affected by AI. At the same time, the legal methodology it ad[...]
: FleetCor and its CEO will pay $100 million to settle a Federal Trade Commission administrative action alleging that the company charged its customers, who overwhelmingly are small businesses, undisclosed fees in connection with their use of fuel cards that FleetCor falsely promised businesses would save them money. In a complaint first filed in federal court in 2019 , the FTC alleged that FleetCor Technologies Inc., now known as Corpay Inc., and its CEO Ronald Clarke imposed a broad array of unauthorized fees that its customers never knew about and did not agree to pay, totaling hundreds of millions of dollars and harming tens of thousands of customers. In addition, FleetCor charged late fees to customers who had either paid on time or were prevented by FleetCor from paying on time. FleetCor also misrepresented the gas savings, fraud-control features, and fees associated withits fuel cards. “FleetCor deceived its small business customers by promising fuel savings that never materialized, while unfairly cha[...]
: FTC consumer protection year in review offers 2020 vision for your business lfair January 8, 2020 | 9:26AM FTC consumer protection year in review offers 2020 vision for your business By Lesley Fair They say hindsight is 20/20, but what about foresight? We’re not ones to prognosticate, but a look at notable FTC cases and initiatives from the past year suggests some topics likely to be top of mind in months to come. Here is a non-exhaustive list of issues in our 2019 rearview mirror and likely visible through the 2020 windshield. Consumer privacy. The FTC’s $5 billion enforcement action against Facebook made history and headlines, but the other notable part of the case is the monumental change the order mandates to Facebook’s privacy ecosystem. The Commission opinion in Cambridge Analytica reaffirms the proposition that like any other claim, a company’s privacy promises are viewed through the lens of established FTC consumer perception principles. A series of cases demonstrates the agency’s continued commitmen[...]
: Key Drivers Behind the Rising Demand for Virtual CISOs Wednesday, April 22,2026 Businesses are navigating the challenges of a digital-first environment, which is driving an increased demand for expert-driven cybersecurity solutions. The virtual chief information security officer (vCISO) has become essential for organizations seeking to enhance their cybersecurity resilience while managing costs effectively. Effective security leadership is more crucial than ever, particularly in light of the evolving threat landscape, which includes ransomware attacks and data breaches. Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges Organizations face a significant escalation in cyberattacks as hackers continually evolve their tactics. This dynamic landscape makes it challenging for businesses to maintain effective defenses. A vCISO plays a pivotal role by providing specialized guidance in threat intelligence, risk management, and incident response. By working with a vCISO, companies can proactively identify vulnerabilities and impleme[...]
: CALL member Dominique Garingan , Library Manager in the Calgary office of Parlee McLaws LLP, recently wrote an article on " The Singular They: Gender Inclusivity in Canadian Legal Writing and Style Guides " . It originally appeared on the website Notes Between Us on June 22, 2022 . It is reprinted here with permission. Language is a product of culture, and it is known that the English language lacks a singular pronoun that signifies the non-specific he or she . Although at times unintentional, this singularity versus plurality of pronouns, coupled with gendered indicators, has helped entrench the binary perceptions of gender found in writing which we are now seeking to change. The Department of Justice of Canada recently provided a series of guidelines on the use of gender-neutral language in a legislative context. These guidelines include as a recommendation the use of the singular they and its other grammatical forms ( them , themselves , and their ) to refer to indefinite pronouns and s[...]
: Stick with Security: Require secure passwords and authentication lfair August 11, 2017 | 10:47AM Stick with Security: Require secure passwords and authentication By Thomas B. Pahl, Acting Director, FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection To make it harder for hackers to bluff their way onto a computer network, careful companies follow the advice of Start with Security and require strong authentication practices . We’ve considered FTC settlements, closed investigations, and the questions we get from businesses about implementing good authentication “hygiene.” Here are some tips on using effective authentication procedures to help safeguard your network. Insist on long, complex, and unique passwords. A password’s very reason for being is to be easy for a user to remember, but hard for a fraudster to figure out. Obvious choices like ABCABC, 121212, or qwerty are the digital equivalent of a “hack me” sign. Furthermore, experts have determined that passphrases or longer passwords are generally harder to crack. The smar[...]
: Speaking of Spokeo: Part 2 — The company’s allegedly bogus endorsements wfg-adm109 June 13, 2012 | 12:25PM Speaking of Spokeo: Part 2 — The company’s allegedly bogus endorsements By Lesley Fair The lawsuit against data broker Spokeo is the FTC’s first Fair Credit Reporting Act case addressing the collection of online info — including data from social networking sites — when used in the context of employment screening. But that’s not the only way the Spokeo settlement touches on social media. The FTC also charged that Spokeo violated Section 5 by having employees post glowing recommendations of the company’s services on news and technology websites without disclosing their true identity. Perhaps just the work of a rogue cubicle occupant? No, said the FTC. According to the complaint , Spokeo directed its employees to write the comments. Spokeo managers then edited what they wrote and had the staffers post the endorsements using account names provided by Spokeo. The purpose, says the FTC, was to give read[...]
: From time to time, this blog will highlight initiatives, ideas, or activities coming from members, committees or special interest groups (SIGs). Today: Adapting the SALI Taxonomy to the Canadian Legal Environment , b y Michael McAlpine , Manager, Information, Research & Knowledge at Siskinds (London, Ontario) On September 28 th , the Knowledge Management Special Interest Group of CALL met to discuss and learn about the Legal Matter Specification Standard developed by the SALI Alliance . The SALI Alliance (Standards Advancement for the Legal Industry) is a non-profit organization open to all stakeholders in the legal community. Members include law firms, companies, legal service providers, legal industry associations and academic institutions. Founding sponsors are the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) and the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA). Guest speaker Jim Hannigan spoke about the history of the taxonomy and the current uses of it in the legal industry. Michael McAlpine then discussed the work d[...]
: By: Susannah Tredwell , Manager of Library Services at DLA Piper (Canada) LLP and James Bachmann , Instructional Librarian, Law Library, University of British Columbia Since 1988, when CALL/ACBD’s Copyright Committee was first set up, CALL/ACBD has advocated for its members' interests in the area of copyright. While the primary focus of CALL/ACBD’s copyright advocacy over the last few years has been on Crown copyright and primary law, CALL/ACBD has also made submissions about such areas as fair dealing and licencing. CALL/ACBD sees this work as not only supporting the needs of its members but also as serving the interests of access to justice as a whole. Continuing this work, on January 18, 2022 CALL/ACBD, along with Library Futures Institute, will act as an intervener in the Supreme Court of Canada case Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada, et al. v. Entertainment Software Association, et al. Kim Nayyer, CALL/ACBD’s President, and Robert Janes of JFK Law will be representing CALL[...]
: BEREC Provides Early Assessment of the Digital Networks Act, Welcoming Ambition While Highlighting Areas for Improvement yannick.stephan Mon, 30/03/2026 - 12:57 Press Releases The Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC) today published its early assessment of the European Commission’s proposal for a Digital Networks Act (DNA). BEREC welcomes the overarching ambition to modernise the regulatory framework for Europe’s connectivity sector and to support resilient, sustainable and high quality digital networks. At the same time, BEREC identifies important areas where further refinement is needed to ensure that the DNA strengthens, rather than complicates, Europe’s internal market for electronic communications. BEREC stands ready to provide its regulatory expertise in order to avoid undue complexity or uncertainty and to ensure that the final framework delivers a competitive, connected and resilient digital Europe. BEREC welcomes the updated objectives introduced by the DNA , including r[...]
: Defendants behind a wide-ranging operation known as Growth Cave, including its co-CEOs, are permanently banned from marketing and selling business opportunities and credit repair programs as part of an FTC settlement to resolve allegations that their scheme cost consumers nearly $50 million. As part of that settlement, Growth Cave’s co-CEOs also will be required to liquidate millions of dollars’ worth of assets, including a multimillion-dollar house, to provide consumer redress. “On day one, the Trump-Vance FTC reprioritized combatting fraud that harms American markets. Today’s successful resolution demonstrates that the Commission is focused on protecting our markets from dishonest actors,” said Christopher Mufarrige, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. The FTC sued Growth Cave in February 2025, alleging that consumers were deceived by false promises of significant income. Growth Cave allegedly offered numerous business opportunities, which regularly failed to deliver the promised results[...]