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Selecting Arbitrators: Qualities, Qualifications & Conflicts
Selecting arbitrators is foundational to an effective arbitral process. Their astuteness and expertise form the backbone of any arbitration, acting as the crucial bridge between disputes and resolution. Where the rule of law intersects with commercial pragmatism, an...
Worldcoin Biometric Data Collection: Privacy Concerns
In 2023, the global tech landscape witnessed a seismic shift as OpenAI introduced Worldcoin to over 20 countries. More than just another cryptocurrency, Worldcoin posed a distinct proposition: individuals could acquire WLD tokens in return for their biometric data....
The Role of Arbitral Institutions: Choosing the Right One for Your Dispute
Choosing an arbitral institution is more than a mere administrative step in the dispute resolution journey; it is a strategic decision with long-reaching consequences. The institution sets the procedural roadmap and plays a part in determining the efficiency and...
Drafting an Effective Arbitration Clause in Business Contracts
In our series on arbitration's role in the business world, we've journeyed through its foundational aspects and distinct advantages. Let's briefly revisit. Our inaugural piece, "Introduction to Arbitration for Businesses: What It Is and Why It Matters", unveiled...
Choosing Arbitration: The Advantages Over Traditional Litigation
In our preceding blog post, "Introduction to Arbitration: What It Is and Why It Matters", we introduced the concept of arbitration, elucidating its role and relevance in the contemporary business world. Recognising its distinct ability to offer bespoke resolutions, we...
Introduction to Arbitration: What It Is and Why It Matters
In the ever-evolving global business landscape, arbitration stands as an indispensable instrument. Simply put, it is a method of resolving disputes outside traditional courtrooms, relying instead on neutral individuals (arbitrators) to make determinations. Its rising...
Understanding Arbitration: A Guide for Businesses
In our evolving, interconnected business world, more and more businesses are looking beyond traditional courtrooms to resolve disputes. Enter arbitration—a discrete, adaptable, and often more efficient path to resolution. So, what's driving this paradigm shift? Is it...
How Limak v Sahelian Reshapes Nigeria’s Arbitration Terrain
On December 14, 2021, a ground-breaking judgement in the case of Limak Yatirim, Enerji Uretim Isletme Hizmetleri Ve Insaat A.S. v Sahelian Energy and Integrated Services Limited (Limak v Sahelian) dramatically reshaped Nigeria’s arbitration terrain. In a...
AI & Privacy: Key Questions
On July 6, 2023, BIXO Academy hosted a forward-thinking Twitter Spaces conversation titled “Protecting Privacy in the New Era of AI”. This Space assembled an eclectic mix of professionals with expertise in law, technology, and privacy, fostering an enriching...