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Congratulations to Egress Software Technologies on entering a definitive agreement to be acquired by KnowBe4! We are delighted to be working alongside ORRICK, HERRINGTON & SUTCLIFFE (UK) LLP in advising Egress Software Technologies on this acquisition by KnowBe4, a global leader in security awareness training and simulated phishing platforms. Egress Intelligent Email Security offers AI-enabled security tools to defend organisations against increasingly sophisticated email threats. The integration of Egress' advanced cloud email security solutions with KnowBe4's expertise in security awareness training will enable them to offer the largest, advanced AI-driven cybersecurity platform for managing human risk. Well done to all involved on the progress to date and to James Delesclefs, Clementyne Rawlyk and Lorenzo Ricchi for their ongoing work on this transaction!

Congratulations to Sun Silver on its highly successful initial public offering and acquisition of the Maverick Springs Project in Nevada, United States! Sun Silver commenced trading on the ASX today after raising the maximum subscription of $13 million under its IPO. These funds will primarily be used to advance exploration and development of the significant silver deposit at Maverick Springs, as well as undertaking early-stage studies to assess opportunities for silver and silver paste within the solar energy market. Led by Hamilton Locke Partner Shaun Hardcastle and supported by Lawyers Simon Barcham and Chris Simpson, we are delighted to have advised Sun Silver and contributed to the success of this IPO. #ASX #SS1 #Resources #Silver #Solar

The 2024 Federal Budget unveiled the $22.7 billion 'Future Made in Australia' package.   This signals the Australian Government’s strong commitment to transform the nation into a ‘Renewable Energy Superpower’, with a strong emphasis on building Australia’s critical minerals, renewable hydrogen, solar and battery manufacturing capabilities, and Australia’s clean energy workforce.     Read our latest New Energy Insights to find out what the 2024 Federal Budget means for the Renewable Energy sector. For more information, please contact Hamilton Locke’s New Energy team Matt Baumgurtel, David O'Carroll and William Ryan.

As the payments industry undergoes regulatory reforms, we unpack what payment providers can expect when applying for an Australian Financial Services Licence. From understanding what your compliance framework will need to look like to how to identify the individuals responsible for supporting your licence and how to apply for a licence, Sónia Cruz, Nicholas Pavouris and Ruth Fesseha go through the ins and outs of the proposed payment licensing maze. #auspayments #payments #AFSL #AFSlicence #compliance #fintech #financialservices #paymentsystemreform #treasury 

Australian workers have been identified among the nation’s most at risk of climate change. The International Labour Organization (ILO) recently released its report, Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate. In this report, Australian workers were among the world’s most vulnerable to dangerous ultraviolet radiation. Climate change is exposing workers to significant health and safety risks – and businesses must adhere to WHS law and policy as the primary measure to protect workers from this emerging climate challenge. In this article, Partner and Head of ESG Michael Tooma shares the role of WHS in managing risks to workers, and how companies can take proactive steps to protect their teams.

“As a graduate, no one day is the same.” In a recent interview with Queensland Law Society, Madeline Torrisi shared insights into her journey from a double degree at Griffith University to joining Hamilton Locke as a Graduate Lawyer. Meet Madeline and discover what a typical workday looks like as a grad, why she chose Hamilton Locke, and her tips for aspiring legal professionals preparing for a seasonal clerkship or graduate opportunity.

The close of another big year at Beef Australia! It has been a brilliant week connecting and celebrating all things #Beef24. Throughout the course of Beef Week, one thing is abundantly clear: the outlook for the industry is overwhelmingly positive, and agriculture will continue to play a key role in Australia’s future. A huge congratulations to Beef Australia for another stellar year (including Hamilton Locke’s Trent Thorne, who is a director of Beef Australia). We are grateful to be involved in such a great event and we are already looking forward to #Beef27 in three years’ time! For more information on the Hamilton Locke Food and Agribusiness team, connect with Trent Thorne, Fran Becker and Peter Williams or visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gyJ57q8A

They influence politics and international relations at the highest levels, but many Australians might never have heard of them. They are worth billions for governments and private organisations. They could even change the course of climate change. So, what are they? Rare earth minerals.   In this two-part series, our New Energy team deep-dives into the crucial role rare earth minerals play in the renewable energy transition – and what’s on the horizon for this burgeoning sector.   In Part I, we explore what rare earth minerals are, the role they play in powering a greener future, and some of the challenges facing the industry.   For more information, please contact Matt Baumgurtel or David O'Carroll. #RareEarthMinerals #RenewableEnergy #UnlockingCleanEnergy

In part two of our series with Zodia Custody, we unpack the implications and nuances of digital asset regulation in Australia. Hamilton Locke partners Michele Levine and Jaime Lumsden explore the ins and outs of digital asset custody, including what it means to hold digital assets on trust, and the rationale behind the proposed net tangible assets (NTA) requirement. Have a read below, and stay tuned for part 3 in this series, “Should you custody digital assets?”

Is your reputation at risk? Selkirk v Wyatt offers new insights into defamation law. Mark Schneider and Georgina Buckley from our litigation and dispute resolution team consider the clarity the Federal Court has provided regarding the requirement of serious harm in defamation cases, particularly in circumstances where the plaintiff may have a bad reputation. #defamation #seriousharmdefamation #selkirkcase #selkirkjudgment