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Mergers & Acquisitions
Where Should U.S. Companies Base Their Asia M&A Platforms?
For U.S. companies pursuing acquisitions across Asia, the entity selected to serve as a regional holding company can materially affect deal execution, financing, governance, tax analysis, and exit flexibility. The best platform is not necessarily located where the first target is located; it should support the buyer’s anticipated investment corridor, investor base, and operating model. Continue reading.
Commercial Contracts
Your Data, Their Rights: What the EU Data Act Means for Your Contracts
Prior to the passage of the EU Data Act (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854), the manufacturers of smart or connected products effectively had exclusive ownership of the data generated by their products. The EU Data Act has ended this assumption. For companies that make, sell, or service connected products in Europe, data generated from such products is now a shared asset, and certain contractual terms are no longer enforceable. Read more.
New Ventures
Formation Structure in Venture-Backed Companies: A Q&A Guide
When founders choose the right formation structure at the outset, they are ready to move as soon as the right financing appears. For venture-backed companies, which run on speed and credibility, careful formation is one of the best investments a founding team can make. Read more.
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