Technology

Despite political uncertainty and a slowdown in GDP growth across Latin America, there are plenty of bright spots and opportunities on the horizon for those who know where to find them.

In an increasingly interconnected world, cyber risk is firmly at the top of the boardroom agenda, and having an effective data breach response programme is no longer optional.

Embarking on a period of unprecedented growth and opportunity

Outlook for 2023: Amid turmoil, opportunities

Sustainably powering Africa’s development

Smart city initiatives in Latin America have too often been overshadowed by high-profile projects in North America. But the tide is changing, and smart city projects throughout the region are gaining traction like never before.

Opportunities and challenges in post-COVID-19 Latin America

Key legal developments in 2021 and their implications for Taiwan

The pandemic seems to have prompted people to rethink their attitudes toward sharing personal data, particularly when it is used to manage public health and provide essential services. Can this shift serve as a catalyst for smart city adoption?

Emerging technologies attract increasing interest from dealmakers, buoyed by strong economic fundamentals and healthy macroeconomics

Jennifer Kloud and Mitchell Kinastowski from BMO Sponsor Finance speak with White & Case partner Jacob Schtevie about BMO’s approach to funding technology credits, the importance of financial sponsor relationships in the mid-market and the growing popularity of recurring revenue financings

We highlight the key European M&A trends in the second half of 2020, and provide our insights into the outlook for M&A moving forward.

Europe's recognition of the importance of fast and reliable connectivity predates the pandemic but as the demand for broadband connectivity has soared due to lockdown measures, how are countries across Europe placed for funding this high-speed provision?

While not unscathed by the ongoing pandemic, software deals are proving to be resilient to the effects of lockdown

The online gaming industry has flourished amid stay-at-home orders

We highlight the key European M&A trends in the first half of 2020, and provide our insights into the outlook for M&A moving forward.

Technology dealmaking has continued apace in 2020 as M&A investors take advantage of the sector's resilience to transact

Remote working, online shopping and telemedicine have shielded the technology sector from the worst effects of COVID-19 lockdowns

The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed some of the shortcomings of major cities in times of crisis. As the world searches for ways to make urban areas more resilient, smart city initiatives offer some of the answers.

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: fintech — H2 2019 and outlook for 2020

We highlight the key European M&A trends in the second half of 2019, and provide our insights into the outlook for M&A moving forward

What businesses need to know for a strategic approach

The strategic value of paying attention to areas that benchmarks assess

Thoughtful business participation in benchmark reviews

Current rules fall short of providing a clear framework for a single European market for fintech companies.

The market is buzzing with speculation and activity across the battery supply chain

The EV revolution is fully underway. With the UK government committed to the eradication of emissions and automakers fully embracing EVs, a tipping point seems to be on the near horizon. 

Financial institutions M&A sector trends: fintech — H1 2019 and outlook for H2 2019

As connected cars proliferate, auto, tech and financial companies will form alliances that raise familiar legal issues in new contexts

Can tokenised mining royalties and metal streams unlock a new investor base?

Despite an uncertain economic and political outlook, tech companies are still doing cross-border deals, and activity in 2018 was remarkably strong.

Current approaches for managing global growth.

Deployment of battery storage technology is gaining pace, but it may struggle to reach its full potential until energy regulation and financing solutions adapt

Blockchain has the potential to revolutionise the way real estate is managed and transacted globally.