Legal stories

Xsolla unveils Buy Button to help developers bypass app store fees
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smartphones
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payment technologies
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personal computing devices
Xsolla launches Buy Button, enabling mobile game developers to bypass Apple’s 30% fees by using direct payment links after a US court ruling.

Opus 2 leads AI litigation management in major law firms survey
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digital transformation
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ai
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management
Opus 2 leads AI adoption in litigation management, with nearly half of major law firms choosing its platform, five times more than any rival solution.

Rethinking CRM: How generative AI Is breaking down silos and redefining the future of customer service
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
Generative AI is transforming CRM, breaking down silos across teams to deliver seamless, personalised customer experiences and boost business agility.

US charges Russian in Qakbot cybercrime, seizes USD $24m
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
The US has charged Russian Rustam Gallyamov for running the Qakbot malware network, seizing USD $24m in cryptocurrency from cybercrime activities.

Filevine launches AI Assistant to chat with complete case data
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data protection
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digital transformation
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data privacy
Filevine launches FilevineAI with an AI Legal Assistant for lawyers to chat securely with all case files, enhancing efficiency and decision-making in legal work.

UK managers prioritise local data storage amid AI concerns
Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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edutech
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supply chain
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data privacy
A recent survey shows that 85% of UK managers prioritise local data storage due to rising concerns over AI security and privacy amidst widespread AI adoption.

Smartsheet announces new Chief Product Officer & General Counsel
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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martech
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risk & compliance
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cdp
Smartsheet has appointed Pratima Arora as Chief Product Officer and Nick Dunn as General Counsel, aiming to bolster innovation and governance.

NTT DATA enhances legal processes with Luminance AI
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
NTT DATA has adopted Luminance's Legal-Grade AI to streamline legal processes across Europe, enhancing contract negotiations and minimising risk.

DeepL launches Clarify to enhance AI translation interactivity
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
DeepL has unveiled Clarify, a new feature aimed at improving interactivity in AI translations for businesses, enhancing user engagement and precision.

Organisations question CISO liability policy effectiveness
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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financial systems
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
A Fastly study reveals 93% of organisations have updated policies to protect CISOs from personal liability, though effectiveness remains unclear.

Puma leads $4.3m funding for legal AI firm Semeris
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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fintech
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genai
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ai
Puma Growth Partners has led a $4.3 million funding round for Semeris, enhancing its AI tools for financial institutions navigating complex legal documents.

Kaspersky launches courses to strengthen cyber skills
Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Kaspersky has unveiled three new courses aimed at bolstering cybersecurity skills through its Automated Security Awareness Platform, addressing rising cyber threats.

Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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storage
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encryption
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data privacy
Apricorn has expanded its Aegis Secure Key 3NX line, now offering hardware-encrypted USB drives with storage up to 512GB for enhanced data protection.

NexLaw launches AI platform to revolutionise Aussie law
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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edutech
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data analytics
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digital transformation
NexLaw has launched its legal AI platform in Australia, aiming to revolutionise litigation management for law firms with its innovative technology.

ControlUp names Mark Schwartz as new Chief Operating Officer
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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hcm
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3d printing
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productivity
ControlUp appoints Mark Schwartz as COO to steer global expansion and growth in the DEX sector, leveraging his extensive tech leadership experience.

Kelly McManus joins S-RM to lead global business growth
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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verizon
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insurance
Kelly McManus joins S-RM as Global Business Development Lead for Insurance and Legal, strengthening its reach in the US and UK cyber security landscape.

Australia's new labour law complicates cybersecurity efforts
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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iam
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healthtech
Australia's new right to disconnect law, targeting burnout reduction, starkly contrasts with rising cyber threats, 45% of which hit outside working hours.

Ascertus & Lawcadia forge strategic partnership to streamline legal operations
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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data analytics
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collaboration
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bi
Ascertus has partnered with Lawcadia to enhance matter and spend management for corporate legal departments, solidifying their portfolio with innovative solutions.

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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it training
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hcm
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ai
Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

Trustwave report highlights severe cybersecurity threats to pro firms
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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physical security
Trustwave's latest report unveils a surge in ransomware and tech-based attacks on professional services firms, stressing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures.