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Eid Mubarak to all celebrating Eid al‑Fitr. As the festivities begin, we wish you meaningful time marked by togetherness and gratitude.🌙

This edition of our ‘Contracting with US Counterparties’ blog series highlights five essential due diligence pillars to help you identify and manage risk before contracting with a US company: okt.to/ecPhWn

Cyber‑attacks continue to escalate in sophistication, speed and severity - reshaping the cybersecurity and incident response landscape.   Learn more from our partners in the 2026 Chambers Practice Guide on Cybersecurity: okt.to/SFrbg5

Edition #3 of our Quantum Disentangled blog series examines the future of investment control in the sector, highlighting how government support for “quantum champions” intersects with FDI screening, export controls and sovereignty‑sensitive investments: okt.to/fQL8Tn

The second episode of our ESG podcast series explores the expanding ESG impacts of AI, the uncertainty in climate transition planning and the increasingly complex world of supply chain obligations. Tune in: 🎧 Apple > okt.to/CBTFf0 📺 Web > okt.to/Xtxegj

The retailization of private capital is transforming the asset management industry.   Read our latest briefing for insight into the key market drivers, regulatory frameworks & practical risk mitigation strategies to consider when entering the retail space: okt.to/Ytuoi8

How are arbitral bodies approaching AI? While many have yet to set specific rules, the move toward greater efficiency through technology is already reflected in key provisions.   Learn more: okt.to/2jrGJi

Congratulations to Partners Mark F. Liscio, Madlyn Gleich Primoff and Scott Talmadge on being selected for Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Global Bankruptcy & Restructuring Lawyers guide for 2026. 👏   Learn more: okt.to/G06ozr @lawdragon_news

We secured multiple prestigious honors at the 2026 Benchmark Litigation U.S. Awards, including a Hall of Fame induction for Partner Boris Feldman and a Case of the Year win for our work in Sciannella v. AstraZeneca. 👏   Learn more: okt.to/rqbwpv

What is platform financing - and why is it attracting so much attention in the energy and infrastructure sector?   Read edition #23 of our ‘Inside Infrastructure' blog series to find out: okt.to/U68PpO

We are advising a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) on the creation of a new fund to be managed by Christofferson Robb & Company (CRC). ADIA will also acquire a participation interest in CRC.   Learn more: okt.to/d79Bl0

Attending the ABA's 2026 Antitrust Law Spring Meeting? Don’t miss standout sessions featuring our partners, who will dive into the issues that matter most for antitrust, competition and consumer protection practitioners. Learn more: okt.to/6DMprJ #AntitrustWeek

This 'Well-Caffeinated' podcast episode is also available on Spotify (okt.to/EBKckq) and the Web (okt.to/OV3fUl)

The pace of change in AI is faster than ever - and its impact on private capital is already reshaping how the sector operates.   Listen to our latest 'Well-Caffeinated' podcast episode to learn more.   Apple Podcasts > okt.to/KBJLZj

Royalty-related disputes in life sciences license agreements are often high-stakes and costly. Careful and clear drafting can make all the difference in how they unfold. Learn more: okt.to/KU2EDf

We have advised Tsinghua Unigroup Co. Ltd. on the successful restructuring of its US$449.2m 6% keepwell bonds due 2020, issued by Unigroup International Holdings Ltd. and guaranteed by Tsinghua Unigroup International Co. Ltd. Learn more: okt.to/R9Oiuy

Part 1 of our ESG trends podcast examines how geopolitical shifts and new regulations are reshaping ESG risk in 2026.   Tune in to the full episode now:   🎧 Apple > okt.to/gB61jy 📺 Web > okt.to/9aZnUB

We are advising Beazley plc, the leading specialty insurer, on its acquisition of kWh Analytics, Inc., a US renewable energy MGA.   Learn more: okt.to/cHGtOz

Celebrating Andrea Basham, partner in our Corporate and M&A practice, who has been recognized among Mergermarket North America’s 2026 Trailblazing Women. 🎉 Read about Andrea and her approach to her practice: okt.to/TFq2hi

🚨 The SEC has issued a new exemption from Section 16(a) beneficial ownership reporting for certain officers and directors of foreign private issuers from key jurisdictions. Learn more ‘From the Freshfields SEC Desk’: okt.to/70HTkx