International Commercial Courts of the Gulf
From DIFC to ADGM, arbitration in the Gulf is evolving. At LIDW 2025, chief justices outlined bold steps toward global...
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Smart Contracts: Global Perspectives and Legal Realities – Part 2
Can smart contracts hold up in arbitration? Explore global legal perspectives and what they mean for enforceability in digital dispute...
Arbitration in Corporate and Private Capital: Lessons from Asia
Asian corporate arbitration trends discussed at LIDW: exit cases, jurisdictional dynamics, and the role of disputes counsel in deal structuring.
AI and Arbitration Series: A Perspective From France
France embraces AI in arbitration, boosting efficiency while preserving ethics, transparency & human judgment in line with EU law.
Speak Directly to the Arbitral Tribunal or Stay Forever Silent
A French ruling underscores: parties must raise independence concerns directly with arbitrators—not just the institution—to preserve annulment rights.
Confidentiality in Arbitration: An English Perspective
English courts clarify the nuances of arbitral confidentiality, addressing document protections, practitioner conduct, and cross-border risks.
Bringing Efficiency Back into the Spotlight: Expedited Procedures
Expedited arbitration gains traction with SCC’s Bulgarian rules launch—bringing speed, access, and autonomy back into global arbitration.
The Fine Line Between Use and Abuse: Lessons from the 4th Italian Arbitration Day
Key insights from Italian Arbitration Day: navigating the thin line between procedural use and abuse in today’s complex arbitration landscape.
Early Production of Evidence in Brazil
Brazilian arbitration evolves: STJ ruling and new institutional rules redefine early evidence production beyond urgent scenarios.
Use of AI in Arbitration – Commentary on the CIArb Guidelines
Can AI level the playing field in arbitration? CIArb’s new Guideline examines the benefits, pitfalls, and ethical duties for parties...
Cross-Border Appeals: The BICC-SICC Model
Singapore–Bahrain cross-border appeals model sets new precedent in judicial cooperation, blending sovereignty with international commercial court innovation.
Why The Minority View Got It Right In Gayatri Balasamy
Gayatri Balasamy dissent warns against judicial overreach in arbitration, affirming that award modification undermines party autonomy and international enforceability.
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