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RPC's Snapshots app brings together the latest legal developments…at the touch of a button

Published on 06 Jun 2023. By Joseph Akwaboa, Associate and Oliver Bray, Senior Partner

Students and commercial lawyers alike can access a rich database of updates from the commercial, data, digital, consumer and advertising legal landscape

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RPC scores top rankings in Chambers UK 2023

Published on 20 Oct 2022. By Kimberley Nanson, Senior PR & External Communications Manager

RPC has achieved top ranking in nine practice areas in Chambers UK 2023.

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Six-cess! RPC recognised as top-tier firm across six areas in The Legal 500 UK 2023

Published on 29 Sep 2022. By Kimberley Nanson, Senior PR & External Communications Manager

The 2023 edition of the Legal 500 UK rankings has been released and we are delighted with the latest results.

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Solana hack could lead to claims against its developers and service providers

Published on 10 Aug 2022. By Christopher Whitehouse, Senior Associate and Dan Wyatt, Partner

A cyberattack on Solana, which has resulted in the wallets of 8,000 customers being drained, could potentially lead to claims being taken against its software developers and third-party service providers, says international law firm RPC.

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1.5 million square metres added to distribution warehouse centres in past year – as e-commerce booms

Published on 20 May 2022. By Jeremy Drew, Partner, Head of Commercial

Large distribution warehouse centres saw an extra 1,500,000m²* in space added last year, the equivalent of 210 football pitches, according to RPC, the international law firm.

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RPC comments on landmark Lloyd v Google Supreme Court judgment

Published on 10 Nov 2021. By David Cran, Partner, Head of IP & Tech and Rupert Cowper-Coles , Partner

This morning the UK Supreme Court handed down its landmark decision in Lloyd v Google.

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RPC’s Retail Compass Autumn edition: What challenges do retailers face post-pandemic?

Published on 21 Sep 2021. By Kimberley Nanson, Senior PR & External Communications Manager

RPC, the international law firm has launched the Autumn edition of its Retail Compass, which explores legal and policy changes that are set to impact the retail industry.

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Ofcom faces 30,000 cyber attacks a week, new data reveals

Published on 29 Aug 2023. By Richard Breavington, Partner

NCSC warn that UK infrastructure and businesses face heightened threat of cyber attacks

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Value of UK crypto-fraud reports increases by 41% in the past year, reaching a record £306m

Published on 25 May 2023. By Dan Wyatt, Partner and Jonathan Crompton, Partner

FTX collapse caused a surge in the value of fraud reports – November’s £115m loss to fraud amounts to 1/3 of annual figure while Hong Kong embraces cryptocurrency opportunities

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FTX's missing millions highlights urgent need for 'proper security and protection' against hackers

Published on 20 Jan 2023. By Dan Wyatt, Partner

International law firm RPC says news of $415million worth of stolen crypto 'comes as a further blow' to customers

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Crypto crash could accelerate insurers rewriting policies to reduce exposure claims

Published on 15 Jul 2022. By James Wickes, Partner

The cryptocurrency crash could accelerate the process of insurers rewriting policies to reduce potential exposure, including making greater use of virtual currency exclusions, warns international law firm RPC.

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42.2m people in the UK had their financial data compromised in breach last year- up 1,777%!

Published on 19 Apr 2022. By Richard Breavington, Partner

Financial data belonging to as many as 42.2m* people in the UK was compromised in data breaches last year, up 1,777% from 2.2m in 2019-20, says RPC, the international law firm.

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ICO received 309 whistleblower reports from UK employees over data protection failures in last year

Published on 22 Mar 2022. By Richard Breavington, Partner

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) received 309 whistleblower reports in the last year* from employees over data protection failures at their employers says RPC, the international law firm.

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Which key regulatory changes will shape the rest of 2024?

Published on 27 Jun 2024. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory

The current regulatory landscape is dynamic and multifaceted, driven by technological advancements and ESG considerations. With increased scrutiny there's a need for robust compliance frameworks - across various sectors. But what are the most pressing issues?

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What 7 key regulatory changes lie ahead in 2024?

Published on 09 Jan 2024. By Gavin Reese, Partner, Head of Regulatory

AI impacts, green claims and product safety among issues explored in Regulatory radar

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RPC launches free go-to platform and online community for accountants and tax advisers

Published on 31 May 2023. By Adam Craggs, Partner and Michelle Sloane, Partner

Tax Take + features guidance notes on tax-related topics, news, podcasts, webinars, vlogs and interactive chat for industry experts

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RPC launches interactive Dawn Raid app with live 24/7 assistance

Published on 18 Apr 2023. By Adam Craggs, Partner

RPC Raid Response is a one-stop toolkit which enables you to navigate a raid by a regulator in real time

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RPC hires financial crime consultant to bolster growing White Collar Crime team

Published on 10 Feb 2023. By Thomas Jenkins, Senior Associate

RPC has hired financial crime consultant Ben Cooper to bolster the international law firm's White Collar Crime team in London. Ben started on 1 February 2023.

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FCA's intervention on green claims is 'welcome step forward'

Published on 26 Oct 2022. By Chris Ross, Partner

International law firm RPC says there are concerns due to lack of regulation of ESG credentials in investment products

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Fashion brands make up a quarter of ‘greenwashing’ complaints to the CMA

Published on 27 Jun 2022. By Ciara Cullen, Partner

Fashion brands account for a quarter of complaints relating to unsubstantiated green claims since new guidelines were introduced last year, according to research from international law firm RPC.

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Imposing new Calorie labelling legislation 'couldn't be worse timing' for hospitality sector

Published on 05 Apr 2022. By Ben Mark, Partner

International law firm RPC warns change could place increased financial burden on businesses only just beginning to recover from pandemic disruption

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Whistleblower reports on National Minimum Wage breaches jump 37% within retail sector

Published on 14 Mar 2022. By Jeremy Drew, Partner, Head of Commercial

The number of whistleblower reports relating to alleged National Minimum Wage breaches in the retail sector saw a 37% jump in the past year according to RPC, the international law firm.

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RPC boosts market-leading transactional and regulatory insurance team with Partner hire

Published on 06 Sep 2021. By William Hogarth, Partner

Key strategic hire adds further strength to the firm's expanding transactional and regulatory insurance team

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RPC appoints Zoe Mernick-Levene as Partner

Published on 19 Jun 2024. By Zoe Mernick-Levene, Partner

International law firm RPC announced today that contentious competition lawyer Zoe Mernick-Levene joins as a Partner.

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RPC advises the Castel management sellers on the sale to Ryan Speciality

Published on 17 May 2024. By James Mee, Partner and David Wallis, Partner and Ben Magahy, Senior Associate

International law firm RPC advised the management sellers of Castel Underwriting Agencies Limited (Castel) on the sale to Ryan Speciality which closed on May 1. The deal was announced December 21, 2023.

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Navigating the Generational Shifts in Consumer Behaviour

Published on 15 Apr 2024. By Jeremy Drew, Partner, Head of Commercial and Karen Hendy, Partner, Head of Corporate and Ciara Cullen, Partner

Gen Z, the first generation to be digital natives and the newest consumer, is turning retail on its head. In its latest edition of Retail Compass, international law firm RPC, takes a closer look at how the priorities of Gen Zers, a third of the global population, are shaping retail and consumer offerings.

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Car charger hacking risk shows 'everyday items can be vulnerable to attack'

Published on 22 Feb 2024. By Richard Breavington, Partner

New legislation for connected devices will provide better protection for consumers and national security, says international law firm RPC

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'All is not lost' as IMF predicts impact of AI on jobs

Published on 15 Jan 2024. By Patrick Brodie, Partner

AI technology will create new roles and opportunities, with higher value placed on human emotional intelligence in the workplace, says international law firm RPC

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Leading media litigator Lindsay Warwick joins RPC as Partner

Published on 15 Jan 2024. By Lindsay Warwick, Partner

International law firm RPC announced today that Lindsay Warwick, a leading media litigator, joins as Partner. An already powerful bench of over ten media litigators, the appointment cements the firm's reputation as having the UK's leading media defence practice.

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RPC hires Helen Armstrong to grow its award-winning Technology practice

Published on 31 Oct 2022. By Helen Armstrong, Partner

RPC continues its investment in its Tech Disputes offering to support the firm's rapid growth within the technology sector. Armstrong is RPC's 20th new Partner in 2022; mix of lateral hires and internal promotions.

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The Metaverse, green claims and data privacy – what critical issues lie ahead for retailers and consumer brands in Autumn 2022?

Published on 12 Oct 2022. By Jeremy Drew, Partner, Head of Commercial and Karen Hendy, Partner, Head of Corporate and Ciara Cullen, Partner

International law firm RPC launches the latest edition of Retail Compass

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Value of investments into European sport increases 433% to £9.6bn in past year

Published on 07 Oct 2022. By Jeremy Drew, Partner, Head of Commercial and Joshua Charalambous, Partner

• Total number of deals has increased 28% to 37 in past 12 months • Four £1bn+ deals in the last year, including sales of Chelsea and AC Milan • Women’s football and boxing seen as areas of growth

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Wagatha Christie trial timely reminder of inherent risks in litigation between high profile individuals

Published on 29 Jul 2022. By Alex Vakil, Partner

Earlier today, the UK's High Court handed down its decision on the highly publicised case Vardy v Rooney.

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RPC strengthens award-winning Technology practice with leading Partner hire

Published on 04 Jul 2022.

International law firm RPC has hired Commercial, Technology and Outsourcing lawyer Tania Williams to join the firm's award-winning Technology practice in London as a Partner. Tania starts from the 4 July 2022.

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Cadwalladr judgment is 'important vindication' for freedom of expression

Published on 13 Jun 2022. By Keith Mathieson, Partner

International law firm RPC reacts to High Court libel trial, as Guardian and Observer journalist wins against Brexit campaigner Arron Banks

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Online Harms Bill: Legislation will disproportionately hit small UK businesses

Published on 27 Apr 2022. By Rupert Cowper-Coles , Partner

Broad and far-reaching legislation to tackle online harms could place a major burden on companies, particularly small businesses, says RPC, the international law firm.

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RPC supports the UK's leading bed retailer Dreams as the "Official Sleep Partner" in its partnership with Team GB and ParalympicsGB

Published on 21 Feb 2022. By Paul Joukador, Partner

International law firm RPC has supported the UK’s leading bed retailer Dreams in its brand partnerships with Team GB and ParalympicsGB ahead of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.