Eight landmark AI judgments set precedents on AI-related infringement. | China attempts to displace the U.S. and Germany in determining industry standards. | Increased foreign interest in Chinese stocks adds US$3 trillion to market.
Registration of the basic particulars of the upfront expenses in domestic direct investments is abolished. IP transfer and appraisal might involve national security compliance. Accounting firms could be required to take enhanced client due diligence measures.
Shanghai specifies rules on hiring foreign lawyers in Shanghai domestic law firms / CLP Reference: 1420/25.08.27 ; Issued: 2025-08-27 ; Effective: 2025-09-30
Revised Arbitration Law provides for pre-arbitration preservation / CLP Reference: 1450/25.09.12 ; Issued: 2025-09-12 ; Effective: 2026-03-01
Meihua Liang and Yuting Chen of Commerce & Finance Law Offices present an analysis of China's distinct regulatory model governing digital assets, and its legal implications for market participants
U.S. pharma raises alarm over Trump’s proposed measures against Chinese drugs; China clarifies the type of employees to be bound by non-compete clauses; and Some stablecoin issuers complain that Hong Kong’s regime is too stringent.
New rules set forth economic compensation for complying wih non-compete restrictions. Revised Arbitration Law provides for pre-arbitration preservation. Shanghai specifies rules on hiring foregin lawyers in Shanghai domestic law firms.
Criteria are set forth for cross-border delivery services provided by foreign financial infrastructure operators
Anonymization of personal information needs to satisfy de-identification and irreversibility
With innovation and technological advancement come more complex legal challenges for companies operating across borders. Ruby Chan and Dr Isabella Liu of Baker McKenzie, and Aggie Liu and Cassidy Guo of FenXun, examine the key considerations, best practices, and frequently asked questions for Chinese businesses expanding into the U.S. market
