Ctrl + Alt + Regulate – enhancing AI governance in Australia’s financial services sector
ASIC’s report on AI use offers compelling insights for the financial services sector. We put a microscope to the report, plus its practical application for businesses. ASIC released a first-of-its-kind report on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the end of last year, examining the way Australian financial services and credit licensees are adopting and implementing AI […]
ASIC releases its discussion paper on the rise and rise of private capital
Reporting, valuations, and regulation of private markets are under focus. This Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has released its discussion paper ‘Australia’s evolving capital markets: A discussion paper on the dynamics between public and private markets’. This follows the taskforce established by ASIC in 2024 to explore the need for additional regulation in private markets. The […]
Alana Long
Alana brings acute understanding, commitment and delivery to her work with each and every client, making her a stand-out figure in intellectual property law. Alana leads with a passion for championing innovation, ensuring that Australian and New Zealand businesses have their creative assets safeguarded. Her clear-cut approach to legal advice makes her a reliable source […]
Tom Rinder
Described as pragmatic and highly responsive, Tom is deeply passionate about intellectual property law and brings a keen attitude to brand protection and strategy. Tom’s meticulous approach to protective practices ensures that clients’ brands are not only secure but also positioned for recognition and growth. Tom offers expansive expertise in intellectual property, with over 20 […]
Hamilton Locke welcomes five new partners, accelerating national growth
Hamilton Locke continues to attract top talent as we focus on strategic growth, with five new partners joining our team nationally: Andrea Kennedy (Corporate, Melbourne): Andrea is a respected adviser to Australian and international clients on all aspects of private M&A across a broad range of sectors, particularly the TMT, digital infrastructure, retail, education, health […]
Andrea Kennedy
Andrea has over three decades of experience specialising in M&A and telecommunications, in Australia and internationally, working in top-tier law firms and in-house legal positions. As a highly experienced Corporate Partner, Andrea’s sophisticated understanding of the intricacies of telecommunications, M&A, media regulation and government and industry regulation makes her an irreplaceable asset to her clientele. […]
Sophie Uhlhorn
Sophie is a highly skilled disputes lawyer known for strategically navigating complex commercial disputes, including regulatory investigations and enforcement, class actions, commissions and inquiries, and contractual disputes. With an impressive record of representing clients in some of Australia’s most notable criminal and civil competition prosecutions, she stands as a highly sought-after legal expert. Sophie is […]
James Patto
James is a leading Australian technology lawyer specialising in cybersecurity, privacy, and AI, with over a decade of experience advising on complex regulatory and technology challenges. He helps clients navigate evolving legal risks with clear, business-focused advice, turning compliance obligations into drivers of innovation, resilience, and competitive advantage. James has extensive expertise in privacy, data […]
Navigating AI regulation: essential insights for Australian businesses
The rapid advancement of AI technologies is presenting both opportunities and challenges for a wide variety of industries. As AI becomes more integrated into business operations, robust regulatory frameworks are evolving as regulators seek to ensure AI’s safe, responsible and transparent use. Whether a developer or buyer of AI technologies, companies must be aware of […]
AI innovation or deception? AI washing and its risks
AI washing (the practice of overstating or misrepresenting the use of AI technologies) is a growing issue that can mislead consumers and investors, and poses significant risks. Regulators in Australia, the US, and the EU are taking steps to address these practices, signalling the need for companies to ensure transparency and integrity in marketing their […]
Protecting copyright across borders with section 115 of the Copyright Act
For companies whose core business value is tied to copyright works – including those in the software, film and music industries – s115A provides a valuable tool for defeating online copyright infringers, particularly in situations where the operator of the infringing website cannot be located or identified. It empowers copyright owners to require Australian internet […]
Source code and discovery considerations for Australian technology companies
The New York Times v OpenAI In December 2023, the New York Times (NYT) launched a lawsuit against Microsoft and OpenAI, claiming that OpenAI used NYT articles to train its GPT large language models without permission, violating US copyright and competition law. However, proving their claim would require NYT to have access to OpenAI’s source […]
