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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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Samer Al Zuriekat
Partner, Head of Litigation - Jordan
Biography
Samer is a Partner at Al Tamimi & Company and has played an integral part in the growth of the Litigation practice in the Amman office.
Samer has experience in all aspects of the litigation including representing local and international clients in numerous commercial, civil, criminal, banking, insurance and media cases before all stages of court in Jordan. Moreover, Samer’s responsibilities extends to drafting and revising all forms of commercial contracts of advising on corporate set-up and structuring, and leading on due diligence exercises for a number of reputable companies in Jordan.
In addition, Samer advises on other forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), and in regularly approach to act as an arbitrator in construction and commercial dispute in Jordan.
Recent Experience
- Standard Chartered Bank, a British multinational banking and financial services company, acting as local counsel for the Bank and handling all litigation and enforcement matters within Jordan including labor disputes.
- Maersk Jordan, a transport and logistics company, acting as local counsel in various employment and litigation matters including providing continuous advice and legal opinion in a all maritime-related matters.
- LG Electronics Levant, a leading manufacturer of electronic products, acting as local counsel and legal representative before courts in a number of litigious matters.
- Archer Daniels Midland Company, a leading agricultural processor company, acting as local counsel and representing the Company in all litigation matters.
- COPRI Construction, a leading contractor and developed company for roads and buildings, advising on a range of corporate and contentious matters relating to the construction of a ring road in Jordan (major construction project), including arrangements with sub-contractors.
- National Bank of Kuwait, first local Kuwaiti bank and large financial institution, acting as local counsel and representing client in all advisory, regulatory, and litigation matters.
Language(s)
- Arabic
- English
Education
2000 – LLB Law, University of Jordan
Admission
2001 – Jordanian Bar Association
Practice(s)
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