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Das 20. und 21. Sanktionspaket der EU gegen Russland: Eine neue Compliance-Architektur für Finanzdienstleistungsunternehmen
The Council of the European Union has adopted its 20th and 21st sanctions packages against Russia, marking a fundamental shift in EU sanctions policy. Rather than simply expanding lists of designated persons, these measures systematically target the financial infrastructure—payment channels, banking relationships, crypto-asset ecosystems, correspondent banking, trade finance, and maritime logistics—that enables Russia's war economy.
Worldwide International
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PwC Legal Germany
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Temporary Admission (TA) In Italy: Does A Yacht Need To Visit A Non-EU Country To Renew TA?
Recent reports from the Mediterranean have raised questions about whether Italian customs officials can require yachts to visit non-EU ports before recognizing renewed Temporary Admission periods, despite EU-wide customs rules that appear to permit simpler exit-and-return procedures. This analysis examines the legal framework governing Temporary Admission for non-EU yachts, the evidence requirements for proving departure from EU customs territory, and whether Italy's reported practices align with European U
Italy International
LA
Lester Aldridge LLP
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Suspected Exports Of Military Manufacturing Equipment Lead To Raids And Arrest
Austrian authorities have uncovered a sophisticated international procurement network allegedly supplying CNC machines and metal processing tools to Russia's state-owned arms manufacturer ROSTEC, circumventing export controls through forged end-user certificates and a web of companies across multiple countries. The investigation has revealed exports valued at €3.3 million, with goods reportedly used in producing engines for missiles and fighter jets, leading to the arrest of a Belarussian national who
Austria International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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Jan Holthuis te gast in de podcast India Unbound van LawWiser (Video)
De corridor tussen India en Nederland blijft zich snel ontwikkelen, gedreven door toenemende samenwerking op gebieden als technologie, halfgeleiders, innovatie en grensoverschrijdende investeringen. Jan Holthuis en Avani Shukla bespreken de Strategic Partnership Roadmap 2026-2030, juridische en compliancevraagstukken bij grensoverschrijdende technologiesamenwerkingen, en waarom Nederland zich ontwikkelt tot een belangrijke toegangspoort tot Europa voor Indiase ondernemingen.
Netherlands International
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Buren
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International Courts & Tribunals

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UPC Court Of Appeal Provides Further Guidance On Its Long-arm Jurisdiction Over Non-UPC Designations
The UPC Court of Appeal has issued its first comprehensive guidance on handling infringement claims based on non-UPC patent designations, establishing a structured framework for exercising extra-territorial jurisdiction. This landmark decision clarifies when the UPC will accept jurisdiction over foreign patent designations and under what conditions it will rule on infringement, with significant implications for patent holders and multinational defendants operating across European borders.
Germany IP
AO
A&O Shearman
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LD The Hague, August 10, 2026, Infringement Action, Counterclaim For Revocation, UPC_CFI_251/2025, UPC_CFI_769/2025
Maxell, Ltd. has initiated infringement proceedings against Samsung Electronics and its European subsidiaries at the Unified Patent Court in The Hague, with Samsung filing counterclaims for revocation. The dispute centers on European Patent EP 2 061 230, involving complex questions of patent validity under Article 56 EPC and procedural rules governing infringement actions and revocation counterclaims.
Netherlands IP
BP
Bardehle Pagenberg
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International Trade & Investment

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Temporary Admission (TA) In Italy: Does A Yacht Need To Visit A Non-EU Country To Renew TA?
Recent reports from the Mediterranean have raised questions about whether Italian customs officials can require yachts to visit non-EU ports before recognizing renewed Temporary Admission periods, despite EU-wide customs rules that appear to permit simpler exit-and-return procedures. This analysis examines the legal framework governing Temporary Admission for non-EU yachts, the evidence requirements for proving departure from EU customs territory, and whether Italy's reported practices align with European U
Italy International
LA
Lester Aldridge LLP
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Export Controls & Trade & Investment Sanctions

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Wegweiser der Bundesbank zu Krypto-Transaktionen
Die Bundesbank hat ihre Erläuterungen zum außenwirtschaftlichen Meldewesen aktualisiert und dabei wichtige Klarstellungen zur Meldepflicht für Kryptowerte vorgenommen. Welche praktischen Anforderungen ergeben sich für Unternehmen und Privatpersonen bei grenzüberschreitenden Kryptotransaktionen? Die neuen Regelungen konkretisieren insbesondere die Behandlung von Börsen- und Plattformgeschäften sowie die Abgrenzung meldepflichtiger Übertragungen.
Germany Finance
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PwC Legal Germany
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Das 20. und 21. Sanktionspaket der EU gegen Russland: Eine neue Compliance-Architektur für Finanzdienstleistungsunternehmen
The Council of the European Union has adopted its 20th and 21st sanctions packages against Russia, marking a fundamental shift in EU sanctions policy. Rather than simply expanding lists of designated persons, these measures systematically target the financial infrastructure—payment channels, banking relationships, crypto-asset ecosystems, correspondent banking, trade finance, and maritime logistics—that enables Russia's war economy.
Worldwide International
PL
PwC Legal Germany
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Suspected Exports Of Military Manufacturing Equipment Lead To Raids And Arrest
Austrian authorities have uncovered a sophisticated international procurement network allegedly supplying CNC machines and metal processing tools to Russia's state-owned arms manufacturer ROSTEC, circumventing export controls through forged end-user certificates and a web of companies across multiple countries. The investigation has revealed exports valued at €3.3 million, with goods reportedly used in producing engines for missiles and fighter jets, leading to the arrest of a Belarussian national who
Austria International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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