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Artificial intelligence | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2024

Government's response to AI white paper | UK AI and copyright voluntary code of practice dropped | Guidance on AI
Regulatory Outlook

Advertising and marketing | UK Regulatory Outlook February 2024

EU Parliament and Council formally adopt their positions on directive to empower consumers for the green transition | EU Commission
Financial Services

International Funds Legal Update | 27 February 2024

Further progress on the overseas funds regime and the arrival of the final AIFMD II text
Regulatory and compliance

European Commission proposes amendments to medical device regulations

Phased approach to medical devices aims to enhance transparency and safety with a broader implementation timeframe
Retail and Consumer

UK rail regulator increases focus on online ticket retailing, hidden fees and 'drip pricing'

What is good practice for train-ticket retailers when displaying prices and fees and providing online information?
Real estate

First-Tier Tribunal rules against building owner in first contested remediation contribution order

'Just and equitable test' when requiring a party to contribute to remediating costs under the Building Safety Act 2022
Tech, Media and Comms

Technology, Media, and Communications Annual Review 2024: key themes

AI, digital regulation, M&A and emerging 'inclusive' policies are among the areas of focus for this year's review
Regulatory and compliance

Reform of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013 takes shape for GB

Modernisation of the regulatory framework aims to reduce the administrative burden for businesses in Great Britain
Financial Services

UK financial regulator sets out framework for reviewing its rules

The review explains how the FCA Handbook will be monitored and action could be taken when rules do not work
Financial Services

UK set to extend variable recurring payments beyond 'me to me' use cases

Expansion due in third quarter may boost greater uptake of the open banking payment method

High Court rules in UK’s third-ever cartel damages judgment

Osborne Clarke acts for successful corporate claimants in damages claim relating to a worldwide LCD panels cartel
Retail and Consumer

English court finds trade mark valid for oat-based drinks despite use of the term 'milk'

High Court rules that the UKIPO wrongly found mark invalid and did not breach regulation on use of term 'milk'