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The EU Artificial Intelligence Act: our 16 key takeaways

The AI Act is the first comprehensive AI regulation in the world. In this first episode of our Artificial Intelligence series, we have set out our initial key takeaways on the AI Act based on the text as currently approved by the Council of the EU.

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ESG and potential director’s liability: taking the lead in the transition to more sustainable business operations

There is a lot coming at companies with regard to sustainability matters these days. This could also affect company directors’ responsibilities and liability. In this article, we will discuss some points of attention and share our practical observations.

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CSRD: Strategic Sustainability Implications

The importance of strategic-level engagement with sustainability matters in response to the CSRD should not be underestimated. This requires a shift in mindset from simply complying with regulations to considering sustainability as a key business issue.

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Stibbe advises Viatris in sale of substantially all of Viatris’ European OTC Business to Cooper Consumer Health

Stibbe successfully guides Viatris through EU regulatory processes.

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Stibbe advises ING Belgium on the placement of shares of Xior Student Housing to Katoen-Natie Group

Stibbe advised ING Belgium on the €80 million placement of 6.5% of all shares of Xior Student Housing.

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Stibbe advises Abab and Alfa on merger

Stibbe has successfully assisted ‘ABAB Accountants’ and ‘Alfa Accountants en Adviseurs’ in their merger process.

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Stibbe advises Advantest Corporation on the acquisition of Salland Engineering

Stibbe has successfully assisted Advantest Corporation in their acquisition of Salland Engineering. Under this acquisition, Salland Engineering will be an independent, wholly-owned (indirect) subsidiary of Advantest Europe GmbH.

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Netherlands Law Firm of the Year 2024

Chambers Europe 2024

Belgium Tax Disputes Firm of the Year

International Tax Review 2023

"The team is well versed in Dutch and cross-border M&A and is easily able to handle complex and bespoke issues. Team members are incredibly responsive and always ready to help on both urgent and long-term matters."

Chambers Europe
2024
Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability

"This practice is unique in its depth of expertise, responsiveness and creativity in handling complex high-stake real estate transactions. They have been proactive in identifying and resolving potential issues, they deliver exceptional quality within tight deadlines and they understand what matters for an institutional investor."

The Legal 500
2024
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Netherlands Tax Disputes Firm of the Year

International Tax Review 2023

"Stibbe have shown great strategic thinking on complex unprecedented matters. They are very responsive, quick and a complete team."

Chambers Europe
2024
Employment

"The lawyers are very knowledgeable in the area: if I call them about an issue, they will not only know the technical issues but also what is going on in the market."

Chambers Europe
2024
Tax

"Stibbe’s arbitration team is simply the best in Brussels. They have an impressive ability to understand large volumes of complex factual and legal information and to synthesise it in a way that can be understood by any tribunal."

The Legal 500
2024
Dispute Resolution

"Stibbe is composed of strong technical lawyers, who are pragmatic with a good business sense, and determined when needed."

Chambers Europe
2024
Restructuring and Insolvency

"Whenever there seems to be no way out, Stibbe finds a way to overcome the legal hurdles and find a creative, out of the box and acceptable solution. The high success rate in their solutions is remarkable."

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2024
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