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What Are Trade Secrets?

26th February 2021
What is a trade secret? Generally, a trade secret is information used in a company’s business that: (1) derives independent economic value from not being generally known or readily accessible by competitors; and (2) is the subject of efforts that are reasonable under the circumstances to maintain its secrecy. Trade secrets were traditionally covered by […]
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Using Support Agreements to Streamline Chapter 11 Reorganisations

26th February 2021
In some cases, a prompt restructuring of the company's obligations is imperative for its survival. In order to minimise risks, delay and expense, and emerge from chapter 11 as quickly as feasible and in a manner that will facilitate the debtor's ability to move forward on a viable basis, the use of a support agreement […]
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ByteDance Agrees to $92 Million US Privacy Settlement

26th February 2021
The owner of social media giant TikTok will settle claims that it harvested biometric data without user consent.
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COVID-19 Loans – Business Under Scrutiny

25th February 2021
The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic caused a rush of government lending to impacted firms. Now regulators are assessing the damage of fraudulent borrowing.
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Australia Passes Media Code Targeting Facebook and Google

25th February 2021
After a stand-off between Australia and the world’s largest social media platform, a landmark new media law has been signed.
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Lawmakers Discuss Mandating Cyberattack Disclosures

24th February 2021
Microsoft President Brad Smith spoke with senators on the potential benefits of a law to require the reporting of cyberattacks.
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Facebook to End Australia News Ban After Government Amends Media Law

23rd February 2021
The Australian government has signalled its intent to alter portions of the proposed media code after a standoff with social media.
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