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Welcome to the MinterEllisonRuddWatts' podcast library. Here you will hear from some of New Zealand’s leading lawyers on the latest trends, topics and issues impacting New Zealand businesses today.
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In this episode, Tom Maasland, a Partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team, and Rosie Park, a Senior Solicitor from the same team, discuss and demystify the world of networking services by explaining some frequently used technical terms and concepts used in contracts for these services.[01:12] Tom begins the episode noting that he and Rosie will examine network services contracts through the lens of a lawyer who has no prior background in tech contracts; what technical terms and acro...
In this episode, Libby Conole, a Senior Associate in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team, talks to Rosie Park a Senior Solicitor in the same team, about the challenges in transitioning to a new SaaS solution and how asking the right legal questions initially can make that process smoother for the customer.Following on from their earlier Tech Suite podcast; A deep dive into SaaS contracting from a customer perspective, Libby and Rosie explore a range of issues that should be considered by ...
In this episode, Tom Maasland, a partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team, talks to two solicitors from his team, Thomas Anderson and Luke Han, about new and upcoming EU legislation around AI and digital services, and the potential impacts that it might have on New Zealand businesses.[00:30] Tom begins by outlining the four key pieces of EU legislation, noting in particular the long extra-territorial reach that they may have over New Zealand tech businesses[02:20] Thomas discusses t...
In this episode, Tom Maasland, a partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team, talks to Simon Bridges, in his capacity as CEO of the Auckland Business Chamber, about the recently released report from the Auckland Tech Council, suggesting that three tech sectors can transform Auckland into a Global Tech Hub.Simon Bridges is a former lawyer, former National MP for Tauranga, was Leader of the Opposition, and a senior cabinet minister in John Key’s National-led government. As part of Cabine...
In this episode, Partner Richard Wells and Senior Associate Shona Foster delve into the intricacies of navigating standard terms and unfair contract terms in the technology sector, if you are presented with what you think could be an unfair contract term in a small trade contract. They explore the legal landscape surrounding these issues, discussing the implications of recent legislative changes and enforcement mechanisms by the Commerce Commission, and how this might impact on the way you ap...
In this episode, Partner Chris Young is joined by Senior Associate Briar Richardson to discuss intellectual property in the context of the rapidly evolving landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI). They discuss the absence of AI specific IP legislation in New Zealand and outline existing copyright and patent laws and how these laws may impact use of generative AI. Touching on current legal cases including Getty Images in the UK and GitHub Copilot in the US, the episode outlines ju...
In this episode, Richard Wells, a Partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ technology team, talks to Shona Foster, a Senior Associate in the same team, about the interaction between standard form small trade contracts and the unfair contract terms regime, with a focus on the use of such contracts by tech companies and online businesses.[1:22] Richard and Shona start off by giving a brief overview of the unfair contract terms (UCT) regime itself. They cover what it is, and when and where it applies,...
In this episode, Partner June Hardacre is joined by Partner Briony Davies and Senior Associate Mark Calderwood to explore the evolving role of tikanga Māori in Aotearoa New Zealand's legal landscape. They explore what tikanga Māori is, and the increasing integration of tikanga into various legal contexts, with a focus on recent cases and trends.[00:00:40:22 - 00:02:31:01] Briony starts the discussion by defining tikanga Māori. She describes tikanga as the right way ...
In this episode, Partners Andrew Horne and Jane Standage, work through the complexities of greenwashing claims. They discuss the evolving landscape of greenwashing in the context of climate change litigation, drawing insights from a recent HSBC UK Advertising Standards Authority decision. They explore key learnings, challenges, and recommendations for businesses to reduce the risks associated with misleading environmental claims. As ESG claims continues to change, Andrew and Jane provide valu...
In this episode, Alex Church is joined by partners Aaron Lloyd, Sean Gollin and Sarah Salmond who delve into the impact of sanctions regimes on New Zealand businesses and overseas. The episode discusses the diverse categories of affected entities, from investors and exporters to service providers and foreign nationals working for New Zealand companies. Looking ahead, the group examine the future of sanctions in New Zealand, discussing potential law reforms, escalating tensions between banks a...
In this episode, Andrew Horne, a Partner in the Auckland litigation team, and Senior Solicitor Joy Guo discuss the practical steps businesses can take to prevent and respond to a cyber breach. Andrew and Joy set out best practice guidelines for directors and boards on managing cyber risks, and key considerations that should form part of a cyber response plan. They also provide some top tips on how to protect privilege following a cyber breach incident, drawing on key lessons from a recent dec...
Litigation related to climate change is an evolving area, with activists increasingly resorting to legal action to hold governments or organisations accountable for their perceived roles in causing or contributing to climate change.In this episode, Jane Standage and Andrew Horne, Partners in our Litigation team, discuss the latest trends in climate change litigation and the Supreme Court’s decision in Smith v Fonterra – a landmark judgment of international significance to large corporates.[00...
In this episode, Jeremy Muir a partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Financial Services team talks to special guest, Thomas Thurston, Chief Technologist at Ducera Partners, an investment bank with over $750 billion transactions to date. Thomas is also a partner and CTO at WR Hambrecht + CO, San Francisco-based venture capital and investment firm. The episode focuses on Thomas' quest to build a data-driven strategy for venture capital investment, eliminating guesswork.[01:24] Jeremy and Tho...
In this episode, Jeremy Muir, a partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team talks to William Donnelly, Product Manager at Sharesies. Jeremy and Will delve into Sharesies' revolutionary approach to the conventional finance industry through technology, highlighting its remarkable success.[1:10] The conversation kicks off with an exploration of Sharesies' origins and its mission to simplify investing. Will provides insights into the evolution of Sharesies since its inception in 2016,...
In this episode, Libby Conole, a Senior Associate in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team, talks to Rosie Park, a Senior Solicitor, about SaaS contracting from a customer perspective.Libby and Rosie consider the situation from the perspective of a customer who has been given the supplier’s standard terms: What are the key points to consider, what are the particular pinch points to watch out for and what are the real risks?[1:20] Libby and Rosie lay out a scenario where a business unit has ...
In this episode, Richard Wells, a partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Privacy team, talks to Suzy McMillan, a senior associate in his team, about how to comply with New Zealand privacy law when sending personal information overseas.Richard and Suzy give an overview of Information Privacy Principle 12 (IPP12) and talk about the key considerations need to take into account when disclosing information outside of New Zealand.[1:18] Richard and Suzy start with a brief look at IPP12 and how it was i...
In this episode, Tom Maasland, a partner in MinterEllisonRuddWatts’ Technology team talks to Luke Han, a solicitor in Tom’s team, about the framework for cyber security that exists in New Zealand. Tom and Luke focus on recent New Zealand standards in cyber security that set out a framework for compliance, giving entities the best chance for protecting the data that they hold and defending their technology against cyber attacks.[2:10] Tom and Luke start by discussing the difference between dat...
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