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At the 2024 Jefferies London Healthcare Conference, our U.S. and European Healthcare & Life Sciences team examined critical policy shifts and regulatory developments stemming from this year's U.S., EU and UK elections on the healthcare and life sciences sectors in these key markets. This article by Gianfranco Fattorini for Medical Device Network highlights they key points discussed and takeaways. Read here: https://bit.ly/3ZxjQrD. ? Thanks for the insights from our own Citseko Staples Miller, Anne-Sophie D., Daisy Thomas, and Michael Rachlin as well as Richard Hughes IV and Robbie McLaren. Contact our team to discuss further. Email us at: [email protected] ? #Healthcare #LifeSciences #YearOfElections?

The next Irish government is facing an unusual challenge for a new administration: what to do with the €13 billion plus interest it is set to receive from the proceeds of the Apple Tax ruling. ? The ‘Apple money’, as it’s been dubbed, is now an election issue in Ireland, with parties using their manifestos to outline their proposals in varying degrees of detail. Our PA Team in Ireland take a look at what parties are proposing to do with the money if they get into government.? ? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eq35Nvrx ? #Irishelection2024 #Publicaffairs

With growing public attention on artificial intelligence (AI), the implementation of the EU AI Act and heightened investor scrutiny, companies face increasing pressure to disclose their AI activities. ? In partnership with Trinity College Dublin, our FTI Consulting experts in Dublin have published their ‘Decoding AI Disclosure’ report which explores how leading European companies are reporting on AI, with a particular focus on their governance practices. We analysed the Annual and Sustainability reports of the 50 companies in the STOXX Europe 50 Index, categorising their AI disclosures across 10 areas, including AI policies, use cases, and mentions in leadership statements, with some categories further detailed by sub-categories. ? Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/ef2id3jp ? #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Governance?

Our global Healthcare and Life Sciences team had a great week at London Life Sciences Week. Yesterday at the 2024 Jefferies Healthcare Conference, our global experts—Citseko Staples Miller, Anne-Sophie D., Daisy Thomas, and Michael Rachlin—joined Richard Hughes IV (Epstein, Becker & Green) and Robbie McLaren (Latham & Watkins) to discuss the #YearOfElections’ impact on the life sciences sector in the US, UK, and EU. Together, they examined critical policy shifts, regulatory developments, and their implications for innovation, market access, and investment strategies. The discussion took place just hours after the European Parliament confirmed the outstanding EU Commissioners, adding an extra layer of relevance to the dialogue. ? Another key highlight was our drinks reception event with Stifel Financial Corp. and Covington & Burling LLP. Thank you to all our clients and contacts who joined us – it was great to see you! ? For insights, contact: [email protected]. #JefferiesHealthcare #Healthcare #LifeSciences

The new EU law CSDDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive) marks a groundbreaking shift for companies in the EU, embedding sustainability and accountability deep within corporate governance. With mandatory due diligence obligations, it aims to curb human rights abuses and environmental damage across global value chains. ? FTI Consulting’s Corporate Reputation experts in Germany provide an evaluation of CSDDD and highlight the importance of businesses assessing it’s impact on operations and partners. ? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gUWr7bEx ? #CSDDD #ReputationManagement

In partnership with Mayer Brown’s Rajesh De and Justin Herring, our colleagues Matthew Saidel (Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Communications) and Meghan Milloy (Financial Services), explore the escalating risks of cyber attacks facing financial institutions and securities market participants, and calling for a new cybersecurity risk mindset to navigate escalating threats. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4fUAmae The joint article underscores that not all cybersecurity incidents impacting financial institutions are created equal, and each incident generates different considerations from an enterprise risk management perspective. #FinancialServices #Cybersecurity #EnterpriseRiskManagement

Welcome to the latest installment of Done Deal, our M&A and Activism newsletter! In this edition, Edward Bridges and Oliver Williams share their insights on recent changes and predictions in M&A activity throughout the Middle East. Following this, our experts share takeaways from Future Investment Initiative (FII) event in Riyadh in October. Lastly, Tom Blundell from our Dubai team offers brief reflections in our colleague spotlight. ? Read the full newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4hSiEWR #M&A #DoneDeal #CorporateFinance #ThoughtLeadership

This fall, our Senior Directors hosted an evening with peers from law firms, banks, and fellow clients for a night of craft cocktails and gorgeous views at Dear Irving Hudson. The evening was?an?opportunity to celebrate past and future work with fellow advisers and clients, and to invest in the professional growth of our rising senior leaders. Thank you to all who attended, and who continue to partner with us to drive results for our shared clients.? FTI Consulting attendees included: Madelyn McHugh, Evelyn Bubb, Garrett Muzikowski, CFA, CAIA, Clementine Koplan, Elena Connolly, Morgan Cozatchy, Christina Dell'Orto, Mike Gaudreau, Olivia Hemmerich Withrow, Alexis Giua, Ellie Perham-Marchant, Stephanie Randall, Kate Pulio-Deighton, Allie Bohan and Juliette Alper

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (#DEI) continues to face unprecedented levels of politicization and activist attacks. DEI should not be treated as a trend but a core strategy that can drive favorable business outcomes. Darius Johnson, shares key considerations for determining strategic directions and corresponding tactics for DEI programs with Corporate Compliance Insights. Learn the best practices here: https://bit.ly/491UuVz #DiversityEquityInclusion #BusinessStrategy #DEIStrategy

Looking forward to our workshop presentation at Jefferies London Healthcare Conference tomorrow, Nov. 21, to examine the impact of this #YearOfElections on the life sciences sector in the US, UK and EU. ? Our experts Citseko Staples Miller (US-based), Anne-Sophie D. (Brussels-based), Daisy Thomas (UK-based), and Michael Rachlin (US-based) will set the scene on the outcomes of the elections in the US, EU and UK, and outlook for the industry. They will be joined by Richard Hughes IV (Epstein, Becker & Green) and Robbie McLaren (Latham & Watkins) for discussions about the potential policy and regulatory implications and share their advice for navigating the increasingly volatile business environment. If you are attending the conference, please join us in the Executive Lounge. ? Reach out to Citseko, Anne-Sophie, Daisy and Michael for additional insights, or contact us at [email protected].? ? #JefferiesHealthcare #Healthcare #LifeSciences #YearOfElections