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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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Notice-and-Action Mechanisms in the Courts

Notice-and-action mechanisms have become a cornerstone of online content regulation, shaping how platforms respond to illegal content. This article examines key court rulings that interpret these mechanisms, highlighting their impact on platform liability and user rights.

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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). #} Right to Be Forgotten: Evolving Jurisprudence in Digital Contexts

Right to Be Forgotten: Evolving Jurisprudence in Digital Contexts

The right to be forgotten has emerged as a pivotal issue in digital privacy law, sparking global debates on its application and limits. This article explores the evolving jurisprudence surrounding this right, analyzing landmark cases and their implications for individuals and platforms.

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Targeted Advertising & Profiling in Court

Targeted advertising and user profiling have become focal points in privacy litigation, raising critical questions about consent, transparency, and data protection.

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Key CJEU Cases Shaping Information Society Services

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has played a pivotal role in shaping the legal definition and scope of Information Society Services (ISS).

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Ongoing Supervision and Fit & Proper Requirements

This article covers supervision, fit and proper standards, licensing, capital thresholds, and organizational requirements essential for financial compliance.

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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). #} Legal Challenges of Digitalization in ISS

Legal Challenges of Digitalization in ISS

ISS firms face regulatory challenges in digitalization, including compliance with MiFID II and GDPR, managing outsourcing risks, and navigating complex contracts.

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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). #} Conflicts of Interest and Remuneration Rules: Key Regulations for Investment Firms

Conflicts of Interest and Remuneration Rules: Key Regulations for Investment Firms

The issue of conflicts of interest and remuneration rules has become a focal point in the financial services industry, particularly in investment advisory services. These rules aim to ensure that investment firms operate transparently and in the best interests of their clients.

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