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AI In Sports Sponsorship And Fan Engagement: Opportunities And Challenges

In our previous article, we explored how AI is reshaping contractual negotiations with athletes, bringing advanced data analytics and predictive modelling into a process...

Worldwide Technology

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Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

From Moneyball To Machine Learning: Data Analytics And AI In Sports Contracts

The use of data analytics in sport, pioneered by the Oakland Athletics Major League Baseball team, and depicted in the movie "Moneyball", has fundamentally changed how players are scouted, valued...

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Private Capital In European Sports

Private equity investment in European sports is no longer a novel concept, but its influence continues to expand. CVC Capital Partners' recent consolidation of its sports investments...

European Union Media & IT

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Goodwin Procter LLP

Streaming Wars 2026: The Rise Of The "Frenemy"

In 2026, we predict increased cooperation and consolidation between streamers and broadcasters. Dozens will announce new deals as they team up, exchange content, and embrace their competition as "frenemies"...

United Kingdom Media & IT

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AlixPartners

British Beauty Week 2025 – The Future Of Beauty

United Kingdom Consumer

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Lewis Silkin

Informal Communications, Formal Consequences: Can English Law Binding Contracts Be Created Outside Of A Formal Contract?

United Kingdom Commercial

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Gowling WLG

Don't Roll The Dice With Kids: CAP And BCAP Up The Ante On Gambling Ads

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Lewis Silkin

Martyn's Law: What Live Music, Sport And Events Businesses Should Be Doing Now

United Kingdom Government

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Lewis Silkin

Final Whistle: Red Card For Res Judicata As Member State VAR On EU Law Awaits CAS Awards

European Union Litigation

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Regulatory Changes Afoot For UK Football Clubs

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Burness Paull

RFC Seraing v FIFA: Redefining The Autonomy Of Sports Arbitration

United Kingdom Litigation

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Macfarlanes LLP

Sports Medicine: Navigating The Legal And Insurance Landscape

United Kingdom Healthcare

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Browne Jacobson

EU Commission First Fine For Incomplete Reply To Request For Information In Antitrust Investigation

European Union Anti-trust

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Strengthening Sport In Scotland – A Powerful Gathering Of Legal And Sporting Leaders

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Addleshaw Goddard

Culture & Compliance Chronicles: Boardroom Agility—Strategies For Modern Boards Managing Crises, Compliance & Collective Responsibility (Podcast)

United Kingdom Commercial

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Ropes & Gray LLP

Mondaq Spotlight: Navigating The UK's New Immigration Landscape (Video)

United Kingdom Immigration

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Latitude Law

Renters' Rights Act 2025: What You Need To Know (Video)

United Kingdom Real Estate

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Gowling WLG

EU Digital Omnibus Proposals To Reform Data And AI Laws – The Leaked Version

United Kingdom Privacy

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Addleshaw Goddard

The Space: Mental Health And Wellbeing - Episode Four (Podcast)

United Kingdom Employment

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Gowling WLG

Heads Up! Liability For Injuries Caused To Spectators At Sporting Events

In May 2025, Golfweek reported that the Spanish player Jon Rahm struck a fan with a golf ball during the PGA Championship 2025. It turns out that was the third time this player had accidentally...

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Gatehouse Chambers

Retail Law Roundup: August 2025

This month, River Island had its restructuring plan sanctioned by the High Court despite failing to convince all of its creditors of its turnaround plans.

United Kingdom International

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Browne Jacobson

No Place At The (Pool) Table For Trans Women - Haynes v The English Blackball Pool Federation

We report this week on one of the first court decisions dealing with transgender issues since the publication of the Supreme Court's ruling in For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers (FWS).

United Kingdom Employment

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Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Football Governance Act Becomes Law In Historic Moment For English Football

Following Royal Assent on 21 July 2025, the Football Governance Act ushers in the statutory regulation of men's elite football in England. The implementation of the Independent Football Regulator...

United Kingdom Anti-trust

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

Hospitality – Sports Stars

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Withers LLP

Semenya vs Switzerland – A New Standard Of Review Of Sports Arbitration Awards

United Kingdom Litigation

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Macfarlanes LLP

Why The Football Governance Bill Is Good News For Investors And Fans Alike

United Kingdom Commercial

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Travers Smith LLP

Upcoming UK Restrictions On Less Healthy Food And Drink Ads – What's The Impact On Sponsorships?

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Lewis Silkin

A New Era For Football Governance: Bill Set To Become Law

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Lewis Silkin

Balancing Inclusion And Equality: Discrimination Risks Of Positive Action Schemes In Professional Sport

United Kingdom Employment

LS

Lewis Silkin

Esports, Gaming Disputes And The Role Of The International Games And Esports Tribunal (IGET)

Worldwide Media & IT

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Novagraaf Group

Formula 1's Next Engine Formula: Power, Politics, And Patents

United Kingdom IP

PC

Potter Clarkson

The Business Behind Sport: Tom Allwood, Co-founder Of MATTA (Podcast)

United Kingdom Media & IT

AC

Ankura Consulting Group LLC

Vice To See You - Advertising Rulings Involving Alcohol & Gambling, But Which One Paid Off And Which One Went Down The Hatch?

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Lewis Silkin

Esports, Gaming Disputes And The Role Of The International Games And Esports Tribunal (IGET)

As the popularity of esports and gaming has grown, so have associated legal issues, including those related to IP law.

Worldwide Media & IT

NG

Novagraaf Group

Formula 1's Next Engine Formula: Power, Politics, And Patents

Formula 1 is on the cusp of a significant transformation, with the sport considering drastic changes for its next set of engine regulations. Ethan Silverstone, patent attorney and former F1 engineer...

United Kingdom IP

PC

Potter Clarkson

The Business Behind Sport: Tom Allwood, Co-founder Of MATTA (Podcast)

Dive into the dynamic world of sports branding on this month's episode of The Business Behind Sport! Join Tom Allwood, co-founder of MATTA, and Jonny Gray as they unravel the secrets of building unforgettable sports brands.

United Kingdom Media & IT

AC

Ankura Consulting Group LLC

Vice To See You - Advertising Rulings Involving Alcohol & Gambling, But Which One Paid Off And Which One Went Down The Hatch?

In a series of sensible (and perhaps, depending on your views, puritanical) rulings, the ASA has honed in on complaints against a number of ads promoting cosmetic surgery, alcohol and gambling.

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Lewis Silkin

Chequered Flag? Not Yet: Navigating Post-Termination Restrictions In Sport

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Lewis Silkin

Successful Defence Of Conspiracy Allegations Against A Sports Betting Giant

Robert Lawrie, Ewelina James, and Francesca Donno from the Civil Litigation team of BCL Solicitors, working with Faisal Osman of 33 Chancery Lane, have successfully defended a claim made against their clients.

United Kingdom Media & IT

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BCL Solicitors LLP

Privacy In Sport: The New Playing Field For Clubs, Athletes And Fans

In the world of sport 4.0, data has become one of the most valuable assets. Every athletic performance, every digital interaction with fans, and every engagement platform generates insights...

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Withers LLP

The Business Behind Sport: The Conversations That Shaped Us (Podcast)

After winning the Sports Education award as part of the International Sports Convention (ISC) International Sports Awards, Jonny Gray and Jonathan Brown share some of their favorite moments...

United Kingdom Media & IT

AC

Ankura Consulting Group LLC

Sports Betting And Casino Gaming: Fund Tech Investments Or Face Marginalization

The stakes are getting higher for the online sports betting and casino gaming markets, and industry players need to be careful around where they place their bets. Powerful market forces like consolidation.

United Kingdom Media & IT

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AlixPartners

Mr Dale Jamal Amadu-Abdullah v The Commissioner Of Police Of The Metropolis [2024] EWHC 3162 (KB): Mr Justice Ritchie (6/12/24)

United Kingdom Media & IT

42BR Barristers

The Business Behind Sport: Trauma-Informed Governance In Sport (Podcast)

United Kingdom Media & IT

AC

Ankura Consulting Group LLC

Game Changers? Football's Financial And Economic Model Under The Spotlight In Two High-Profile Rulings

European Union Anti-trust

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Macfarlanes LLP

[2nd Edition] The Football Governance Bill And The Independent Football Regulator

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Memery Crystal

A Red Card For Financial Crime: New AML Regulations Set To Clean Up Football

United Kingdom Government

AC

Ankura Consulting Group LLC

Beyond The Field: ESG In Sport (Podcast)

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Linklaters

Fan Bases In Sport Are Evolving, And New Ways Of Interaction And Engagement Are Needed

United Kingdom Media & IT

A

AlixPartners

Lassana Diarra Foils FIFA's Transfer Rules

Worldwide Anti-trust

BC

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

More Than Just A Game? Crypto-Powered Fantasy Football Platform Sorare Faces Legal Battle Over Alleged Unlicensed Gambling In The UK

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Macfarlanes LLP

Birmingham City F.C. – Avoiding The Relegation Blues?

United Kingdom Media & IT

MC

Memery Crystal

Manchester City's Legal Battles Against The Premier League: What Do The Verdicts Mean For The Future Of Football?

United Kingdom Media & IT

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Spencer West

Overcoming Barriers: The Ongoing Challenges Faced By Women In Sport

United Kingdom Media & IT

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WTW

The Business Behind Sport With Guest: Nick De Marco KC, Barrister At Blackstone Chambers (Podcast)

United Kingdom Media & IT

AC

Ankura Consulting Group LLC

How Savvy AI Implementation Can Help Gaming Operators And Providers Hit The Jackpot

United Kingdom Technology

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AlixPartners

The UK Sports Visitor Visa: A Brief Guide For Sports Professionals

United Kingdom Immigration

CC

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UHY Cast: Episode 8 - Batting For The Win, An Exclusive Chat With Cricket Legend Sir Geoffrey Boycott (Video)

UH

UHY Hacker Young LLP

Saudi Arabia And Football – Alluring Yet Possibly Taxing!

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Quastels

Collecting, Protecting And Commercialising Data (Video)

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Gowling WLG

Episode #1: Hugo Scheckter - Player Care: The Importance Of Mental Health And Wellbeing In Football (Video)

BM

Blaser Mills

CNN Interview On Financial Fair Play (Video Content)

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Fieldfisher

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