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Manchester City Decision: A Landmark Moment For Sports Regulation
The independent Commission's findings against Manchester City FC for serious breaches of Premier League financial rules have sparked crucial debates about transparency, disciplinary processes, and the future of sports regulation. This landmark decision raises fundamental questions about how sporting bodies balance fairness, consistency, and regulatory discretion when enforcing financial compliance rules. The case's implications extend far beyond football, offering insights into regulatory frameworks, sancti
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Olliers Solicitors
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EU KIDS Act: Beyond A Social Media Ban—How Will The New Rules Affect Your Business?
The European Commission has proposed the EU KIDS Act, a comprehensive regulatory framework that will fundamentally reshape how digital services interact with minors across the Union. Building on existing legislation like the DSA and AI Act, this proposal introduces age-based access restrictions, mandatory safety-by-design requirements, and strict age assurance obligations that will affect far more businesses than traditional social media platforms. Companies offering online games, app stores, operating syst
United Kingdom Media & IT
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A&O Shearman
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The Electronic Communications Code: Building A Resilient Telecoms Portfolio
Telecoms operators face critical asset management challenges throughout the lifecycle of network sites, from securing Code Rights to managing upgrades, assignments, and eventual site exits. Understanding how the Electronic Communications Code interacts with contractual terms, planning requirements, and registration obligations is essential for minimizing disputes and maintaining productive relationships with landowners.
United Kingdom Media & IT
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The Adlaw Insights Podcast With Brinsley & Geraint: Subscriptions Fast Tracked, The LHF Ad Ban In Action And The Latest On Green Claims
Geraint Lloyd-Taylor and Brinsley Dresden explore the accelerated implementation of the DMCCA subscription regime, examining recent advertising rulings for less healthy foods and the evolving landscape of environmental marketing claims. The discussion provides actionable guidance for businesses navigating these regulatory changes.
United Kingdom Media & IT
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Lewis Silkin
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EU KIDS Act: Beyond A Social Media Ban—How Will The New Rules Affect Your Business?
The European Commission has proposed the EU KIDS Act, a comprehensive regulatory framework that will fundamentally reshape how digital services interact with minors across the Union. Building on existing legislation like the DSA and AI Act, this proposal introduces age-based access restrictions, mandatory safety-by-design requirements, and strict age assurance obligations that will affect far more businesses than traditional social media platforms. Companies offering online games, app stores, operating syst
United Kingdom Media & IT
AO
A&O Shearman
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Telecoms, Mobile & Cable Communications

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The Electronic Communications Code: Building A Resilient Telecoms Portfolio
Telecoms operators face critical asset management challenges throughout the lifecycle of network sites, from securing Code Rights to managing upgrades, assignments, and eventual site exits. Understanding how the Electronic Communications Code interacts with contractual terms, planning requirements, and registration obligations is essential for minimizing disputes and maintaining productive relationships with landowners.
United Kingdom Media & IT
TLT
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Media & Entertainment Law

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Responsible AI In Marketing: Applying The ICC Advertising And Marketing Communications Code
The International Chamber of Commerce has published guidance on how its Advertising and Marketing Communications Code applies to AI use in marketing. As AI reshapes advertising creation and delivery, this guidance confirms that existing principles of legal, decent, honest and truthful advertising apply equally to AI-generated content, while providing practical checklists for organizations to ensure compliance with transparency, responsibility, and consent requirements.
United Kingdom Media & IT
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Burges Salmon
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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

Podcast
The Adlaw Insights Podcast With Brinsley & Geraint: Subscriptions Fast Tracked, The LHF Ad Ban In Action And The Latest On Green Claims
Geraint Lloyd-Taylor and Brinsley Dresden explore the accelerated implementation of the DMCCA subscription regime, examining recent advertising rulings for less healthy foods and the evolving landscape of environmental marketing claims. The discussion provides actionable guidance for businesses navigating these regulatory changes.
United Kingdom Media & IT
LS
Lewis Silkin
Article
Responsible AI In Marketing: Applying The ICC Advertising And Marketing Communications Code
The International Chamber of Commerce has published guidance on how its Advertising and Marketing Communications Code applies to AI use in marketing. As AI reshapes advertising creation and delivery, this guidance confirms that existing principles of legal, decent, honest and truthful advertising apply equally to AI-generated content, while providing practical checklists for organizations to ensure compliance with transparency, responsibility, and consent requirements.
United Kingdom Media & IT
BS
Burges Salmon
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