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Ross Hudson named president of NSW Children’s Court
District Court Judge Ross Hudson has been appointed by the New South Wales government to serve as president of the…
Government backs most financial abuse inquiry recommendations
The government supports 58 of 61 recommendations from the financial abuse inquiry, addressing credit, privacy, and domestic violence protections.
AI and New High Court Rules Affect NZ Business Disputes
New High Court rules and AI applications are transforming how NZ businesses handle commercial disputes, posing risks many firms are…
Australia introduces minimum tax on trusts
Australia introduces minimum tax on trusts to reform discretionary trusts and align tax treatment with wage income.
Minority shareholder wins $3.6m payout
A minority shareholder wins a $3.6 million payout after a Victorian court rejected claims that their stake was worthless, ruling…
Law Council Rejects Systemic Misconduct Claims in Migration Law
The Law Council of Australia rejects systemic migration law misconduct claims, emphasizing existing oversight systems for practitioner discipline.
AI Demand Sparks Southeast Asia’s Data Center Boom
Southeast Asia hosts over 2,000 data centers across six countries, with hundreds more under construction. Southeast Asia's digital infrastructure is booming, driven by the global demand for AI and the expansion of hyperscalers like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. The region now hosts over 2,000 data centers across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines, with hundreds more under construction. Low-cost land, cheap power, and tax incentives fuel this growth.…
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ESG factors boost Asian M&A value
Dealmakers with more mature ESG due diligence practices were far more willing to pay a premium for high-performing targets. A recent global survey reveals that Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are increasingly influencing Asian dealmaking. Among 600 M&A professionals across 35 regions, 71 percent noted a rise in ESG importance over the last 12 to 18 months. Furthermore, 82 percent now include ESG in their M&A strategies, a notable…
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