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Rise of Generative AI
Welcome to the latest edition of Law Update titled “Rise of Generative AI.”
In this edition, we dive into the dynamic world of Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. TMT continues to play a vital role in positioning the region as an international business and social hub, driving significant growth and innovation.
Our focus in this Law Update is on the sector’s ongoing potential to advance and propel the region toward a more digital economy. We explore the benefits of embracing a digital transformation and how local authorities have responded by enhancing regulations to accommodate the evolving TMT landscape.
This edition covers a range of topics, including – the new Telecommunications & Information Technology Law in Saudi Arabia, the intricacies of trademarks in the Metaverse, and the legal challenges faced by the video game industry. Additionally, we take a regional perspective, discussing jurisdictions such as Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, and Bahrain to provide a comprehensive understanding of the TMT landscape.
We hope you thoroughly enjoy this packed issue of Law Update, filled with captivating articles that address key legal issues within a vital sector for the region.
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Frank Lucente
Partner
Biography
Frank Lucente is a Partner in the Corporate Commercial practice of the Qatar office having previously worked in this field in Australia, Asia and the Middle East for over 25 years. Frank has had a wide exposure to all manner of corporate commercial transactions as well as having had experience in trusts and taxation.
Frank advises clients on most aspects of Corporate Commercial law and provides practical advice on business structures. He has dealt with all manner of business establishments and is quick to recognise particular concerns of clients and provide practical solutions in a timely manner.
Frank has acted for a number of clients including NYSE-Euronext, Thyssen-Krupp, GE Oil & Gas, Qatar Rail, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Chevron-Phillips, Msheireb Properties; Lufthansa, Fiat-Chrysler and Qatar Islamic Bank.
Recent Experience
- Advising NYSE-Euronext on the privatisation of the Qatar Exchange
- Advising Qatar Islamic Bank on the acquisition of a land rich company involved in the Lusail Golf precinct
- Advising Msheireb Properties (a Qatar Foundation subsidiary) on commercial aspects of development of Downtown Doha District
- Advising on a current listing on the Qatar Exchange
- Advising A significant Middle East transportation company on various commercial matters
Language(s)
- English
Education
1987 – Bachelor of Laws, University of Melbourne
1978 – Bachelor of Arts with Honours, La Trobe University
Admission
1988 – Supreme Court of Victoria
1988 – High Court of Australia
Practice(s)
Sector(s)
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