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Victoria Hayes

Victoria Hayes

Head of Legal & Business Strategy

Victoria is a dual-qualified lawyer (UK & EU) specializing in digital business compliance, data protection, and marketplace regulation. She advises companies on GDPR, DSA, platform liability, and cross-border legal strategy. Cambridge Law graduate, 8 years in Big Four consulting.

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How to Protect Your Startup’s IP from Day One

Learn how to protect your startup’s IP from day one with expert tips on legal safeguards, NDAs, trademarks, and smart development practices.

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Is It an ISS or Not? Case Law on the Boundaries

Determining whether an entity qualifies as an Internet Service Provider (ISS) has significant legal implications.

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Intermediary Liability Revisited: Platform Accountability in Recent Judgments

The debate over intermediary liability has resurfaced with renewed urgency as courts and regulators grapple with the responsibilities of online platforms. This article revisits the legal principles governing intermediaries, exploring how evolving regulations are reshaping platform accountability.

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Hate Speech, Defamation, and ISS Duties: Lessons from National Courts

The rise of online platforms has intensified challenges around hate speech and defamation, raising critical questions about the responsibilities of Internet Service Providers (ISS).

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DSA's Impact on Platform Litigation in 2024

The Digital Services Act (DSA) is redefining the legal landscape for online platforms, introducing stricter accountability measures and shaping litigation trends.

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{# Browsers pick the smallest supported format: AVIF → WebP → JPEG. w=640 covers retina mobile + most desktop cards (the slot is ~320 px wide; 640 doubles for 2× screens). #} GDPR Meets ISS: How Courts Are Interpreting Data Controller Roles

GDPR Meets ISS: How Courts Are Interpreting Data Controller Roles

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has reshaped how courts interpret data controller roles, particularly in cases involving joint controllership and platform liability. This article delves into key rulings, analyzing how legal frameworks are evolving to address complex data governance challenges in an interc

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