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By choosing to game, gamers are inevitably giving up some of their privacy rights and personal information to gaming companies. Prineil Padayachy joined the 702 Aubrey Masango Show to speak about why IP protection is crucial within the esports industry. Listen to the full interview: https://bit.ly/3ZYLhuy/ #Privacy #DataProtection

Our Competition, Trade and Investment team has created a short video highlighting its significant achievements and milestones in 2024. The team extends its gratitude to clients for their continued support throughout the year, which has been instrumental to our success. #CompetitionLaw #CTI

Today, as we reflect on the significance of our country's rich cultural history, let us commit to reconciling our differences, deepening our democracy and celebrating our diversity every day. #DayofReconciliation

Wellness tourism is booming! Defined by the Global Wellness Institute as travel focused on improving well-being, the industry is projected to grow from $651bn in 2022 to a staggering $1.4t by 2027. South Africa, with its stunning eco-lodges and nature-rich destinations like the Kruger National Park and the Garden Route, is perfectly poised to thrive. But operators must address risks to stay competitive. Megan Jarvis, Leigh Lambrechts, Kate Collier and Dhevarsha Ramjettan highlight key areas where tourism operators often fall short: https://bit.ly/4ffFBkf #OccupationalHealthAndSafety #HospitalityandLeisureLaw #WellnessTourism

The Employment and Employee Benefits practice group has extensive experience providing legal advice and representation on employment equity matters. Building on this foundation, the team is pleased to announce the launch of its dedicated Employment Equity compliance and consultancy offering. The new service offering comes at a crucial time when clients are seeking guidance on navigating the upcoming changes to the employment equity framework. The new legislation takes effect on 1 January 2025. For more information, please contact your usual contact in the Employment and Employee Benefits practice group or Dhevarsha Ramjettan and Nivaani Moodley. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Vg2oVP #EmploymentLaw

The proliferation of intelligent technologies such as artificial intelligence has created opportunities for players within the consumer sector to harness the capabilities of new tools to enhance the customer experience. Within the retail segment, advances in the use of technology for marketing now allows retailers to tailor their offerings not only to the extent of targeting specific market segments but also to personalise marketing for individual preferences. Insights by Wendy Tembedza and Bernadette Versfeld. Read more: https://bit.ly/49tJwbU #DataProtection #RetailLaw #AI

We are proud to have represented Arena Holdings and amaBhungane in a landmark Supreme Court of Appeal ruling delivered on 4 December 2024. The court dismissed Steinhoff's appeal to block the release of the full PwC forensic report detailing accounting irregularities, fraud, and financial misstatements at the global retail giant.   This ruling affirms the public’s right to transparency and sets a precedent for accountability in corporate misconduct. The court held that the public interest far outweighed Steinhoff's efforts to claim privilege over the report and ordered its disclosure.   Congratulations to our team, led by Dario Milo, Odwa Abraham, Kuhle Mavuso, Michelle Morris, and Lesedi Mathumetse, with counsel Wim Trengrove SC, Ingrid Cloete, and Pranisha Maharaj-Pillay.   Learn more about this case: https://bit.ly/3ZI7Ao6

🏆 | Webber Wentzel was recognised as the First Runner Up in the Top Graduate Employer - Legal Category at the GradStar Students' Choice Awards 2024, which took place on 7 December 2024. This recognition is a testament to our team's dedication, expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence in the legal field. #WWCAprogramme #WebberWentzel

Allegations of colour-washing have kept retail companies on their toes. Colour-washing occurs when companies make false or misleading claims about their ESG practices to attract customers and investors. Exaggerating or lying about ESG investment is unethical and can lead to legal action. Insights by Chandni Gopal and Zimkhitha Mhlahlo. Read more: https://bit.ly/3VlIf0r #ESG #RetailLaw

🏆 | Webber Wentzel has maintained its Band 1 ranking in the Chambers Fintech Guide for 2025, reaffirming its position as a leader in the fintech sector. Christoff Pienaar and Dawid de Villiers, have been recognised as notable practitioners for their exceptional legal expertise, retaining their Band 1 and Band 2 rankings, respectively. #Fintech