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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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Grahame Nelson
Partner, Head of Office - Al Khobar
Biography
Grahame Nelson is a Partner in the Corporate Commercial practice in Saudi Arabia. Grahame is also a member of the Healthcare, Rail and Projects groups.
Grahame has over 30 years’ experience gained in the UK, Australia and the Middle East focusing on the energy and resources sector, electricity, banking, major corporatisation and privatisation projects, competition law and regulatory issues.
Grahame is also experienced in significant debt financing and equity arrangements for major projects, and is experienced in joint ventures and complex loan and security documentation. He also advises on Saudi law regulatory issues, including those related to M&A and Competition Law.
Recent Experience
- The General Authority of Civil Aviation in relation to the corporatisation of King Khalid International Airport, Riyadh
- A leading Saudi-US company in relation to a joint venture relating to the expansion of its refinery operations in Saudi Arabia
- A leading Korean motor vehicle group in relation to the establishment of manufacturing operations in Saudi Arabia
- A Saudi government and Singapore government owned company in relation to the construction of a container facility at the Port of Dammam.
- A Saudi government owned company in connection with contract issues arising out of the construction of a major power and water production facility in KSA.
Language(s)
- English
Education
1973 – Bachelor of Laws (Hons), University of Liverpool
Admission
1980 – Western Australia
1976 – England & Wales
Practice(s)
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