Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 9, 2024

They noted that VR and AR can be costly, complex, and raise questions of confidentiality, reliability, and influence. Furthermore, the panel examined the use of virtual reality (“VR”) and augmented reality (“AR”) in arbitral hearings.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 30, 2023

AI and Arbitration – The Swedish Perspective Given Sweden’s reputation as a modern and innovative jurisdiction, it will not unsurprising that the accelerating developments at the intersection of AI are also taking place here. The influence of counsel was often more discernible in written witness statements than oral evidence.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

Catherine Amirfar drew attention to the use of innovative mechanisms, such as conciliation commissions, to tackle climate issues under public international law. Martin Doe elaborated on how such innovative mechanisms can address technical and procedural challenges that cannot be resolved through conventional procedures.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 31, 2024

Crypto, block-chain and AI technology will all influence business transactions over time, meaning the type of disputes will evolve. These initiatives are bound to influence approaches to private dispute resolution as well, including arbitration. Is it time for lawyers to innovate? Singapore too is pursuing similar initiatives.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

This guide examines the fundamentals of public procurement, including fairness, value for money, and transparency, and how they influence both ethical and effective procurement procedures. A transparent approach lowers procurement risk, prevents corruption, and fosters confidence between suppliers and public sector organisations.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Implementing this multifaceted approach, with an emphasis on mediation and proactive conflict avoidance, will not only facilitate more effective dispute resolution but also foster trust within the data privacy ecosystem, which is essential for ongoing innovation and growth in the digital economy.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Arbitration Law contains some innovative provisions inspired by the UNCITRAL Model Law, constituting an important step towards modernisation. This step, however, to some extent, is mitigated by those more restrictive provisions that are influenced by Shariah law in Saudi legislation.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 5, 2024

Paulsson further emphasized the need to maintain ethical standards and avoid the pitfalls of professionalizing arbitration too much, which could lead to a system where decisions are influenced by factors other than merit.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 11, 2024

Paris, amidst its annual Arbitration Week in 2024 , saw the convergence of arbitration practitioners and enthusiasts at the Hyatt Paris Madeleine for the conference “The Rise of Arbitration in Asia,” a testament to the region’s expanding arbitration influence, convened by Rajah & Tann Asia.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 30, 2024

In 2023, investor-State dispute settlement (ISDS) reform has been influenced by growing concerns over climate change and state responsibility. This global shift is reflected in numerous requests for advisory opinions from international courts, aiming to clarify states’ obligations regarding climate change (see here , here , and here ).

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 23, 2024

A popular way of doings so is promulgating an innovative set of arbitration rules. ArbitrateAD instead acts as ADCCAC’s improved successor, not unlike the “ modernizations and innovations ” that SCCA – like many other arbitral institutions – has implemented in recent years. Whereas the “main objective” of Decree No.

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How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 10, 2023

And there are attributes or properties influencing the interpretability of a model (eg clarity) for which there are no evaluation metrics (yet?). Public procurement is thus increasingly expected to play a crucial gatekeeping role in the adoption of digital technologies for public governance and the delivery of public services.

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Procurement Public Procurement Ethics Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 14, 2024

Domestic legislative and judicial bodies and arbitral institutions continue to grapple with recent trends and come up with innovative solutions that reflect the unique experience of this region. Domestic courts clarified issues fundamental to arbitration and the judicial enforcement of arbitral awards.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The MIIR is envisaged to serve as the framework by which States may apply various innovative features in their investment disputes. In this sense, given the scepticism expressed by some States regarding far-reaching reform, a lot is riding on the 49th session: the MIIR’s ultimate scope of influence is dependent on its outcome.

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University of Bristol

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Procurement rules and policies seek to ensure that contract awards are free from corruption, conflicts of interest or anticompetitive practices, and that these vast sums of public funds generate value for money and support social, environmental, and innovative practices. There is always room for improvement, though.

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Inter-American Development Bank

JULY 18, 2024

Influenced by legacy foreign direct investment policy practices, governments often prioritize lower taxes to stimulate economic growth and attract investment. Ensuring ease of doing business by simplifying bureaucracy and regulations, combating corruption, and advancing research and development.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The second panel explored the future of international arbitration and how the field will evolve in view of technological advancements, geopolitical influences, and procedural innovations in ADR.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 20, 2023

McCormack , who discussed the benefits of private dispute resolution, the differences between domestic and international users’ demands, and innovation within her organization. She further noted the AAA-ICDR’s focus on innovation and institutional support to disputing parties, leveraging the experience and expertise of its case managers.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 9, 2023

More from our authors: Dealing with Bribery and Corruption in International Commercial Arbitration: To Probe or Not to Probe by Emmanuel Obiora Igbokwe € 190 Arbitration in Egypt: A Practitioner's Guide by Ibrahim Shehata € 190 Below is a list of the ICC Conference’s main highlights.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Conversation on the Geopolitics of International Commercial and Investor-State Arbitration The conversation between Ms Lucy Reed (President, SIAC Court of Arbitration) and Minister Shanmugam, SC canvassed the geopolitical state of play and its influence on international commercial and investor-State arbitration. and the new Rule 19.7

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

SIAC appears to be on the frontlines of influencing this progress, having administered cases involving 169 parties from the Philippines with a total sum in dispute in excess of SGD 5 billion in the last five years. Gloria Lim , CEO of SIAC, and Ms. Finally, Ms. This article is submitted in a personal capacity.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 13, 2024

The second panel, “ TechTalk: Unraveling the Tapestry – AI’s Influence on International Arbitration”, included Luke Sobota ( Founding Partner, Three Crowns LLP), Nilufar Hossain (Investment Manager and Legal Counsel, Omni Bridgeway), Rachel Thorn (Partner, Cooley LLP), and Marco de Sousa (Senior Associate, Herbert Smith Freehills LLP).

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Factors influencing these choices include the backing of a robust and pro-arbitration judiciary, comprehensive legislative frameworks, and legal predictability. It highlighted the significance of traditional trade inputs in Latin America and how innovation in Asia has enhanced productivity.

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Import Efficiency Supply Chain Transparency 40

Government Contracts Legal Forum

JANUARY 5, 2024

3458 to acquire innovative commercial products and commercial services using general solicitation competitive procedures. . § 3456(b), to require contracting officers to provide, upon a contractor’s or subcontractor’s request, a copy of any memorandum summarizing the commerciality determination for a product or service.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

On October 1st, over 40 attendees—including senior lawyers, arbitrators, and law students—gathered at Debevoise & Plimpton’s New York offices for a groundbreaking ITA Americas Initiative event titled “Dialogues on Latin American Arbitration: Mining Disputes, China’s Growing Influence, and Recurring Damages Issues.”

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Niamh Leinwather , discussed the media’s influence on arbitration. The discussion of the panel was focused on the media’s influence on arbitration. Mr. Bichara shared his insights on the media’s influence based on his experience in sports arbitration. Zukova highlighted significant innovations in the revised version.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 23, 2025

Key innovations include changes in provisions for expedited procedures, bifurcated proceedings, emergency procedures, and arbitrator challenges. While these differences may not always dictate case outcomes, they can influence party preferences and strategies when selecting a seat of arbitration.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 10, 2025

On the regulatory front, frameworks such as the European Union AI Act are expected to influence the adoption of AI in arbitration. One contributor pointed out that while its direct impact on arbitration is still to be seen, it serves as a timely reminder of the need to align AI innovation with good governance.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 22, 2025

These include transparent and professional structures that are insulated from external influence. Building institutions that are resilient, trusted, and responsive to local and international demands remains a long-term endeavorone that calls for cooperation, innovation, and a deep understanding of African realities.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 7, 2025

Significant Advancements in Dispute Resolution Frameworks Southeast Asian countries launched modernised arbitration laws and innovative court projects, reflecting the region’s efforts to enhance arbitration accessibility, transparency, and efficiency. Here’s a closer look at last year’s highlights.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 15, 2025

Today, I am active in several associations, such as the Swedish Anti-Corruption Institute , the International Law Association , and the International Federation of Commercial Arbitration Institutions. Looking ahead, are there any forthcoming innovations that you would like to share with our readership? Keep an eye out! Absolutely!

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Venezuela , the tribunal took an innovative approach, arguing that the ‘own acts’ doctrine should be considered a settled principle of international law, rather than merely analogous to estoppel. In Nova Scotia Power v. The blogpost was written during a Research Foundation – Flanders fellowship (FWO.3E0.2022.0079.01)

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