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VIA Equity-backed Decision Focus has acquired the Danish GRC provider LinkGRC including all employees and operations, effective 1 November 2024. This is a move that brings together two strong players in the Danish Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) sector.

Lexology Panoramic 2024 on Dispute Resolution has been published. Lund Elmer Sandager has contributed with the Danish chapter which covers key aspects of commercial litigation, including evidence handling, proceedings, tactical considerations, the impact of technology, and recent legal updates.

A new bill has been submitted for hearing, aimed at strengthening the protection of Denmark's network and information systems against cyberattacks and other security threats. The bill is designed to implement the ambitious EU directive, NIS2, into Danish law, ensuring a consistent and high standard of cybersecurity across the EU.

The Danish Ministry of Immigration and Integration has changed the application timeline for retaining Danish citizenship under the 22-year rule. Danish citizens born abroad can now apply for retention as early as their 20th birthday. This provides applicants with a longer timeframe to secure their citizenship before the critical deadline at 22 years.

VIA Equity backed IT Forum Gruppen A/S has acquired the hosting and IT-outsourcing business of IT A/S, including all employees and operations related thereto, effective 1 September 2024, marking a significant step forward for both companies in the Danish IT industry.

Lexology In-Depth: Executive Remuneration has just been published, and LES has contributed the Danish chapter, covering key aspects such as legal distinctions, taxation, stock options, and recent legal developments and court cases.

Allvida, backed by the Swedish firm Systematic Growth, announces the strategic acquisition of Dahl Engineering. The acquisition is part of Allvida’s mission to strengthen its position as market leader in niche products and solutions for individuals with special needs.

Kassoe Housing is strengthening its position in the Nordic market with the acquisition of Swedish Tallbacka Lodging AB, a leading provider of corporate apartments in Stockholm and Malmö.

Lund Elmer Sandager has advised and represented Groupe Baelen, via BidCo MSNext, in the acquisition of Danish companies Mouldshop A/S and MouldPro ApS, specialized suppliers of products and services for the moulding industry.

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued new guidelines based on feedback it received regarding reverse solicitation and the classification of crypto assets. The goal of these new guidelines is to enhance investor protection and ensure fair competition across the EU. Read on to learn more about the new guidelines and their implications.

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has issued new guidance on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in investment services aimed at retail investors. In this article, you'll gain insight into the new guidelines, the potential and risks of AI, and how companies can ensure responsible use in compliance with MiFID II.

Fund of Funds (FoF) strategies can offer diversified exposure and access to specialized managers, but they also come with an overlooked risk: structural risk. Inadequate due diligence on the underlying fund structures can lead to unforeseen legal, operational, and liquidity challenges that undermine the benefits of diversification. This article explores the structural risks in FoF investments and the opportunities for asset managers to enhance their due diligence processes and ensure a more holistic risk assessment.