
Manufacturing Technologies
New privacy regulations along with new sets of guidelines in relation to the principle of “privacy by design” require thorough implementation in a company’s terms and conditions, reporting, and elsewhere. A secure communication management framework, such as the e-ID concept, is needed to comply with EU regulatory requirements, for example.
As automation propels big data, we help our clients develop effective solutions for protecting and managing information assets and complying with data protection law, including the preparation of expert opinions regarding data protection issues, drafting data protection guidelines, assisting with the appointment of data protection supervisors, and settling data protection issues in connection with compliance investigations.
Cyber threats are a growing concern for manufacturers of all sizes. Most manufacturers are critical infrastructure organizations with automated processes, intellectual property, and other sensitive information that may be vulnerable to cyber attacks. We help manufacturers prevent and deter attacks, pursue perpetrators, and mitigate risk and loss. Our team includes members with extensive experience in public policy, cyberforensic investigations, Internet tracking, rapid response, and insurance coverage.
Thought Leadership
On 3 July 2025, the House passed the Senate’s version of H.R. 1, the budget reconciliation bill formerly known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”.
In late May 2025, the Consumer Protection Cooperation Network and the European Commission concluded a joint investigation into online marketplace and e-retailer SHEIN.
On 14 March 2025, the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority published a draft Guidance Note on the possibility of investors taking influence on investment funds.
On 22 December 2020, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted amendments (the final rule) to Rule 206(4)-1 under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (the Advisers Act) to modernize the regulation of investment adviser advertising and solicitation practices.