DICL Practice Group – Newsletter 5

5 May 2023

It would be impossible to ignore the rise of AI over the past few months – with Chat GPT taking most of the headlines but facing competition from Google’s Bard and from Amazon and Facebook’s own AI offers.

With AI taking the headlines of the day it’s easy to forget about some of the other news stories that were (and may yet be) the next big thing, whether that be the continued evolution of the GDPR, the rise of the Metaverse or the implementation of new laws around digital services.

It’s a challenging time to be a data lawyer – with lots of potential distractions. In this issue we’ve picked up various of these ongoing themes, taking the perspective of different jurisdictions.

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Employment Practice Group Meeting

Bielefeld, October 9–10, 2025

Join colleagues from across the network for a focused program on employment law. Through interactive sessions and shared insights, we will address current challenges and strengthen our collaborative expertise.

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Commercial Practice Group Meeting

Lisbon, November 12–13, 2025

Two days of insightful discussions and knowledge-sharing on the latest developments in commercial law. Connect with peers, exchange best practices, and explore new opportunities for collaboration across jurisdictions.

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Pangea@IBA 2025 Meet and Greet

Toronto, November 4, 2025 – 16:30–19:00

Join us in Toronto during the IBA Conference for an evening of connections and conversations. This meet and greet will be a valuable opportunity to strengthen relationships, exchange ideas, and set the tone for the days ahead.

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