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  10/07/2025

  Czech Republic

  Czech Republic in Finale of NIS 2 Transposition

  On 27 June 2025, the President of the Czech Republic signed the new Cybersecurity Act (the “Cybersecurity Act”), which transposes Directive (EU) 2022/2555 of the European Parliament and of the Council (“NIS 2”). The publication of the Cybersecurity Act in the Collection of Laws is expected in August 2025. If published, the Act will enter into force on 1 November 2025.What does the Cybersecurity Act bring?The Cybersecurity Act introduces a more robust and stricter cybersecurity framework in the Czech Republic. It aims to increase the resilience of organisations across...

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  09/07/2025

  Germany

  The EU Space Act: On a mission for regulation

  The European Commission presented the draft for an EU Space Act on 25 June 2025. This article provides an initial overview.The commercial use of space is increasing, more and more companies are venturing into space, and more and more satellites are in orbit, sometimes giving rise to undesirable consequences such as increasing space debris. With the EU Space Act, the EU Commission is now focusing on the long-overdue regulation of this economic area. The space economy and the EU Space Act one are therefore among the current top priorities of the EU. The aim is to harmonise the legal framework...

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  09/07/2025

  Germany

  New blog series: Legal aspects of commercial space travel

  The commercial use of space is booming and bringing legal challenges with it. Find out all about the billion-dollar space industry in our blog series!Space is increasingly becoming an economic hotspot. What used to be the exclusive domain of government agencies is now a rapidly growing commercial market in which private companies are playing an ever greater role. Since 2010, the space industry has grown by a staggering 70 %  – a boom that is primarily attributable to the immense economic potential of space. This is not only driving space travel itself, but is also set to play a...

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  08/07/2025

  France

  Cyber Space: Global insights on cyber and data risk for insurers

  Issue 4, July 2025. The French Rejection: How delay in notifying law enforcement of a cyber incident could preclude an indemnity paymentWhen handling or managing global cyber incidents and claims, it is important that all parties are alive to the potential impact of specific points of local law in certain jurisdictions. One such example, which has particular relevance to cyber insurance and those responsible for managing cyber incidents, is in France. As outlined below, a recently enacted law means that if an insured entity fails to inform local law enforcement of a cyber incident impacting...

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  07/07/2025

  Europe

  Securing Europe’s digital future: The EU’s strategy for quantum technologies and post-quantum cryptography

  Quantum technologies are rapidly emerging as a potentially transformative force with the power to revolutionise sectors ranging from healthcare and finance to security and defence. Recognising both the opportunities and risks, the EU has set out a comprehensive strategy to position Europe as a global leader in quantum technologies. The recently published European Quantum Technologies Strategy and Implementation Plan outlines the EU’s vision, objectives, and proposed regulatory approach, with a particular focus on fostering a robust quantum industry and addressing the profound implications...

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  07/07/2025

  Germany

  Guidance: Geolocation Data Sharing from China under EUDR

  The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) introduces a new standard for environmental due diligence.Starting on 30 December 2025, companies placing wood, rubber, cocoa, cattle, soy, oil palm, coffee and several of its products on the EU market must submit precise geolocation data proving their origin is deforestation-free.For many importers, China - an essential processing hub - is seen as a potential compliance roadblock. But is data sharing truly off the table?The short answer: No. There is no formal ban. With the right approach, cooperation is possible.What the EUDR RequiresTo comply, companies...

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