On 24 April 2024, the EU adopted a new directive (Directive (EU) 2024/1226 of the European Parliament and of the Council) which establishes EU-wide rules for defining criminal offences and penalties related to the violation...more
5/28/2024
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The EU has adopted a new directive which establishes EU-wide rules for defining criminal offences and penalties related to the violation of EU sanctions. A stricter regulatory environment and closer scrutiny is expected as...more
5/22/2024
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Whistleblower Protection Policies
On October 4, 2023, United States Deputy Attorney General (DAG) Lisa Monaco announced a new Department of Justice (DOJ) Mergers & Acquisitions Safe Harbor policy that encourages companies to self-disclose criminal misconduct...more
12/4/2023
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Voluntary Disclosure
In the summer of 2023, the European Union ("EU") adopted two legal acts that are intended to improve cross-border access to electronic evidence for judicial authorities in criminal proceedings. This refers to digital data...more