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Digital Markets and Competition Law in Hong Kong: Challenges & Opportunities
Introduction Hong Kong has historically embraced a laissez-faire approach to economic regulation, with minimal government intervention in...

Sophie Lee
Apr 25 min read


Streaming Wars: Do Netflix and Disney+ Have a Monopoly Problem?
The entertainment industry has undergone a seismic shift with the rise of video-on-demand (VOD) streaming services, which have challenged...

Simran Patel
Apr 23 min read


Thomson Reuters v ROSS: What It Means for Copyright Law and How AI Developers Should Move Forward
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing at an incredibly rapid pace, with new developments emerging almost weekly. While the...

Vanessa Wong
Apr 23 min read


Judicial Review: Should Courts Have the Power to Overturn Laws?
Introduction Judicial review represents the epitome of the rule of law, a mechanism that enables “individuals to challenge the actions...

Gincu Marina
Mar 304 min read


Analysing how LGBTQ+ rights are protected under EU legislation and case law
The Amsterdam Treaty – Introduction of LGBTQ+ rights to EU law One of the first major steps the European Union took towards recognising...

Xiong Shiyu (Dawn)
Mar 304 min read


International Law's Role in Contractual Agreements: Balancing Autonomy and Accountability
Can a restaurant or business choose whom to serve? Can an employer completely and freely determine the hourly wage of their employees? Or...

Casey Dumlao
Mar 303 min read


Transgender Rights Under the Second Trump Administration
Introduction ‘It will henceforth be the official policy of the United States government that there will only be two genders: male and...

Jingyi (Sally) Song
Mar 302 min read


The Vagrancy Act 1824 and the Ongoing Human Rights-Housing Discourse
Vagrancy: The state of living without a settled home or regular work, living by asking for money or food. Repeal: Revoke/annul (a law)....

Tochi Chisom-Nwosu
Mar 304 min read


Hong Kong's criminalization of etomidate – implications and significance
Introduction In February 2025, etomidate was officially criminalized under Hong Kong’s Dangerous Drugs Ordinance (Cap. 134), as...

Yoyo Chan
Mar 304 min read


Why the Vatican investigation on the Orlandi case lacks legal standing
The Vatican Girl A worldwide famous crime story, potential allegations against the Catholic Church and a still unsolved mystery. How...

Gaetano Gorgone
Mar 304 min read


UK Copyright and AI Consultation Closes – An In-Depth Analysis
On Tuesday 25th February, the UK Intellectual Property Office (the official government body responsible for managing the law of...

James Hall
Mar 139 min read


Predatory Lending: A Danger to Society
Types of loans Loan type Collateral Required Suitable For Unsecured Loans No General purpose loans, no assets Secured Loans Yes Large...

Simone Colavecchia
Mar 116 min read


The Gray Area: Where the Value of Design Meets Dupe Culture
If you open any given social media, say TikTok or Instagram, after only a couple of scrolls you’ll inevitably be met with a beauty guru...

Ema Yordanova
Mar 83 min read


The AI Music Revolution: How Recording Labels Are Fighting to Protect Copyright Law in the Era of Deepfakes
Introduction The music industry is undergoing a profound transformation as artificial intelligence redefines creativity and challenges...

Antonina Maria De Francesco
Mar 73 min read


The Relevance of Sports Law in Formula One in the 21st Century
Introduction Formula One (“F1”) is the most valuable open-wheel racing sport in the world, with its 2023 revenue coming in at a...

Ethan Kong
Mar 75 min read


Fashion and IP Law: Can you copyright a dress?
The fashion industry thrives and flourishes on creativity, innovation and cultural influence, making the protection of original designs...

Finn Elliot Meikle
Mar 53 min read


The 2024 Autumn Budget: Swings and Roundabouts for the Art World
Despite promising a marked change from the Sunak government’s apparently sceptical approach to the arts, the first Budget of Sir Keir...

James Hall
Mar 53 min read


IP Law in Singapore: An Overview
Intellectual property (IP) law — the protection of intellectual creations such as music, artwork, designs, and inventions through...

Sophie Soong
Mar 33 min read


Trump vs Renewables: How Will New US Policies Impact Green Energy Internationally?
Introduction Within the first month in office, the US’ President Donald Trump has clearly made a bold statement on the energy front –...

Daria Dobos
Feb 283 min read


The Legislative Process Behind the US TikTok Ban
We all know the country-wide crisis that was the TikTok ban, but do we understand why it happened in the first place? Introduction...

Sakina Rashid
Feb 264 min read
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