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The Trump sessions: a new era for crypto: what U.S. policy developments mean for the market

In his first week in office, President Trump signed an executive order designed to strengthen U.S. leadership in digital financial technology. In doing so, he ushered in the most crypto-friendly administration in history.   In our latest Trump sessio…

The Fuse Podcast: AI

The latest episode of The Fuse Podcast is an insightful exploration of the challenges facing organisations who are at the vanguard of AI adoption. AI has the potential to automate processes, enhance decision-making, and introduce efficiencies across …

The Trump sessions: tariffs, trade, CFIUS, sanctions and M&A

President Trump has begun his second term in office with a flurry of executive orders that signal a significant change of direction for the U.S. both domestically and internationally. With new opportunities and risks emerging at speed, we are hosting…

Voices for Change ft. Donya Fredj, Deputy GC for G42: a spotlight on wellbeing, career progression and working with panel law firms audio

"In order to lead and perform at my best, I need to prioritise wellbeing" From beating the odds to gain a place at Cambridge University, to losing a training contract offer due to a law firm's bankruptcy, to becoming Deputy GC at G42, Donya’s career …

Voices for Change ft. Donya Fredj , Deputy GC for G42: a spotlight on wellbeing, career progression and working with panel law firms - Video

"In order to lead and perform at my best, I need to prioritise wellbeing" From beating the odds to gain a place at Cambridge University, to losing a training contract offer due to a law firm's bankruptcy, to becoming Deputy GC at G42, Donya’s career …

Global restructuring outlook – episode #5. How three big deals and a new bankruptcy law have transformed the UAE restructuring market

The restructuring landscape in the UAE underwent a significant transformation in 2024 following the implementation of three large-scale restructurings and the introduction of a new bankruptcy code. So what does this mean for the future? Partners Adam…

Global restructuring outlook – episode #4: What effect the struggles facing China’s real estate sector could have on the Chinese and Hong Kong economies

The restructuring landscape in Greater China is heavily influenced by the real estate industry, with government policy, market conditions, and financial pressures leading to significant restructuring activities designed to deleverage the balance shee…

Global restructuring outlook – episode #3: The growing influence of private credit funds on restructuring situations – and what the future holds

The increasing presence of credit funds and other private capital investors in restructuring processes is changing the dynamics of deals. Here we explore the impact of credit funds around the world.   If you found this episode interesting, you might …

Global restructuring outlook – episode #2: How new laws, litigation, and cutting-edge transactions are redefining the European restructuring landscape

Restructuring laws across EU member states continue to evolve following the implementation of the EU Preventive Restructuring Directive. At the same time, European restructuring processes are becoming more contentious. In the second episode of our Gl…

Global restructuring outlook – episode #1: What the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in the Purdue Pharma case means for future Chapter 11 proceedings

The ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court in ‘Harrington v. Purdue Pharma L.P.’ outlawed non-consensual third-party releases in Chapter 11 bankruptcies. In the first episode in our Global restructuring outlook podcast series, Luckey McDowell, our U.S. hea…