Other Briefings
Data as Intellectual Property in China: Legal Developments and Regional Pilots
China is establishing a state-led framework recognizing processed data as a new form of intellectual property (IP), enabling its registration, licensing, and commercialization through formal exchanges.
Does Your Business Need to File DPO Information With the CAC?
New CAC rules make data protection officer (DPO) reporting mandatory for companies processing over one million individuals’ data. Find out if your business needs to comply and how to file.
China Rolls Out Additional Policies to Boost Foreign Firms’ Reinvestment
China unveiled a fresh policy package to promote foreign reinvestment, addressing investor concerns through streamlined approvals, tax perks, and better financing access —part of a broader strategy to stabilize investment and deepen economic ties.
Key Considerations for Foreign Businesses in Cross-Border Restructuring
Foreign‑invested companies in China are exploring cross‑border restructuring to hedge geopolitical risk while preserving market access. This article lays out a forward‑looking framework to help businesses restructure quickly and wisely.
China Company Law Follow-Up: Rules Clarified on Use of Reserve Funds, Non-Monetary Capital Contributions
China’s Ministry of Finance has clarified compliance procedures for using reserve funds to offset losses and making capital contributions through non-monetary assets, with implications for financial reporting, compliance procedures, and fund management.
How to Choose an Agency for Personal Information Protection Audits (Part II)
New guidelines outlining criteria for professional institutions to carry out personal information protection audits provide guidance for companies to choose the right auditor.
China’s Amended Anti-Unfair Competition Law in Effect October 15 – Key Takeaways for Foreign Companies
Amendments to the legislation strengthen trademark and trade secret protections while tightening regulations on fraudulent marketing practices.
Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill: What It Means and Why It Matters
Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework to foster a secure, transparent, and innovative stablecoin ecosystem, positioning the SAR as a leading hub for digital asset development in Asia.
