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Monaco’s La Belle Classe Explorer Awards Spotlight Innovation in Sustainable Yachting

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MONACO — The Yacht Club de Monaco, under the High Patronage of H.S.H. Prince Albert II, is set to host the fifth edition of the La Belle Classe Explorer Awards, emphasizing a commitment to yachting with purpose. These awards, designed to promote innovative uses of yachts, highlight projects that utilize navigation as a tool for exploration and scientific inquiry. Rather than solely serving recreational purposes, today’s yachts have the potential to foster a deeper understanding of our oceans while sharing impactful experiences with society at large. The Explorer Awards encourage yacht owners and captains to … Read more

Pares Expands Expertise with Strategic Additions of Labour and Public Law Specialists Madalena Rosado and António Bonet Vieira

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Lisbon, Portugal — Pares has bolstered its legal team with the addition of two notable professionals, Madalena Rosado and António Bonet Vieira, both of whom will enhance the firm’s labour and public law practices. Madalena Rosado, who previously worked at PACC.V – Sociedade de Advogados, brings extensive experience in labour law, litigation, and social security. Meanwhile, António Bonet Vieira has dedicated recent years to public law, particularly in administrative matters, urban planning, and public procurement. He has served as a Legal Advisor within the City Council of Lisbon, focusing on areas such as urban planning … Read more

U.S. District Judge Revokes Work Halt on Ørsted’s Ambitious Offshore Wind Initiative

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A U.S. district judge has lifted a stop-work order that had been put in place for an offshore wind project being developed by Ørsted, a significant decision for the renewable energy sector. The ruling allows the company to resume construction on what is anticipated to be one of the largest offshore wind farms in the United States. The renewal of construction comes after Ørsted faced delays due to legal challenges and environmental regulations that temporarily halted operations. The project, located off the East Coast, aims to contribute substantially to the country’s renewable energy goals, with … Read more

Navigating the Future: Balancing Innovation and Regulation in the Era of Agentic AI

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San Francisco, California — The emergence of agentic artificial intelligence has become a focal point in discussions about the future of technology this year. Advocates believe that these self-operating AI systems could dramatically transform various sectors, including retail, healthcare, and many aspects of daily life. However, concerns linger about the current capabilities of such technologies and our readiness to integrate them widely. While the term “agentic AI” might be relatively new, the associated risks and challenges are well recognized. It is impractical to create entirely new legal frameworks for every advancement in AI technology if … Read more