Part two in our TechLaw podcast series sees Gokul Mani, Head of Middle East, Africa & India from London Stock Exchange resume his conversation with Trudy Wamala Karugaba, a partner in DLA Piper Africa’s, Uganda office. Following their discussion around the global capital markets landscape for Africa Tech, Gokul and Trudy turn their attention to the development of the capital markets landscape on the continent including localisation initiatives, regulation and the important role of investor relations. Gokul also shares his predictions for African Tech in 2022.

In Part 1 of Episode 47 in our TechLaw Podcast Series, Gokul Mani, Head of Middle East, Africa & India from London Stock Exchange, joins Trudy Wamala Karugaba from DLA Piper Africa’s Uganda office to discuss the global capital markets landscape for African Tech, explaining why London provides an attractive listing destination for companies seeking to grow and expand internationally. Find out more: https://www.dlapiper.com/insights/publicationseries/techlaw-podcast-series/?utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_medium=social&utm_source=soundcloud

Part two of Episode 46 in our TechLaw podcast series sees Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer for Google X, bestselling author, serial entrepreneur and founder of the One Billion Happy movement, resume his conversation with DLA Piper partner and co-chair of the Technology Sector, Kit Burden. Following on from their discussion around AI, ethics and regulation, they also look at the relationship between innovation and technology when it comes to our happiness. Make sure you register to attend our fifth European Technology Summit on the 5th October 2021 to catch Mo’s keynote speech. Register your interest here: https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit Pre-order Mo Gawdat’s new book, Scary Smart: The Future of Artificial Intelligence and How You Can Save Our World, here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scary-Smart-Future-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/1529077184 To find more about Mo Gawdat and his work visit https://www.mogawdat.com

In part one of Episode 46 of our TechLaw podcast series, Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer for Google X, serial entrepreneur, founder of the One Billion Happy movement and author of the new book Scary Smart: The Future of Artificial Intelligence and How You Can Save Our World, explains to DLA Piper partner and co-chair of the Technology Sector, Kit Burden, how we as humans have a responsibility to educate and parent AI in order to raise responsible beings. Topics discussed include the extent to which we can maintain control over AI, regulation and its opportunity to solve some of humanity’s biggest challenges. Mo will be a keynote speaker at our fifth European Technology Summit, taking place on the 5th October 2021. Register your interest here: https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit Pre-order Mo Gawdat’s new book, Scary Smart: The Future of Artificial Intelligence and How You Can Save Our World, here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Scary-Smart-Future-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/1529077184 To find more about Mo Gawdat and his work visit www.mogawdat.com

Podcast 45 of our TechLaw podcast series sees award-winning presenter, best-selling author and Professor in the Mathematics of Cities at University College London, Hannah Fry, speak to Kit Burden, Partner and Global Co-Chair of the Technology Sector at DLA Piper. Focusing on AI, its strengths and flaws and the need for the human factor, their conversation touches on a variety of topics including algorithm bias, data, privacy as well as the opportunities for digital transformation post-pandemic. Hannah will also be a keynote speaker at our fifth European Technology Summit, taking place on the 5th October 2021. https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit

In episode 44 of our TechLaw podcast series, Dylan Kennett, Senior Associate and member of the Emerging Growth and Venture Capital team, joins Dr. Chris Coleridge, Founder and CEO at Carbon13, a venture builder, in a revelatory discussion on the role start-ups can play in fighting the climate emergency. With a particular focus on the entrepreneurs' journey and ensuring a holistic approach to ESG factors. Dr. Chris Coleridge will be resuming these discussions at the SESG panel during our fifth European Technology Summit, being held virtually on the 5th October. Join us by registering at https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit

Episode 43 of our TechLaw podcast series features Principal Analyst for Thematic Research at GlobalData, David Bicknell, in discussion with our Amsterdam-based Senior Associate, Floris de Wit. Their conversation focuses on the delicate balance of keeping populations safe when it comes to data privacy and cyber security, but also adopting innovative measures that move smart cities forward to take advantage of new technology. Don’t forget to join us on the 5th October 2021 at our fifth European Technology Summit where David will continue the conversation on the smart cities of tomorrow. Register at https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit

In podcast 42 of our TechLaw podcast series, Jeroen Lokerse, Head of the Netherlands at global real estate firm, Cushman & Wakefield, joins DLA Piper Partner, Daphne Bens, to talk about the population explosion and its impact on the creation of smart cities that provide habitable, sustainable and safe spaces to live and work. They also discuss the crucial role urban development and real estate plays in the transformation of these areas. Jeroen will be joining the smart cities panel at our fifth European Technology Summit, taking place on the 5th October 2021. Register your interest here: https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit

Podcast 41 of our TechLaw podcast series sees David Bell, Director at Hampleton Partners, leading M&A and corporate finance consultancy for companies with technology at their core, and DLA Piper Partner, Mark O’Conor, engage in an exciting conversation on the current innovations in HealthTech, as well as a futuristic outlook on the industry. Key highlights include the benefits of software as a medical device, macro factors influencing innovation and investment opportunities. Join David and Mark at our fifth European Technology Summit on the 5th October 2021 where they will be resuming this conversation. Register at https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit&utm_term=europe&utm_content=tech-summit

In episode 40 of our TechLaw podcast series Sunita Grote, Lead at UNICEF Ventures, and DLA Piper partner, Luca Gori, speak about emerging technologies and trends in the marketplace, as well as opportunities and outcomes from previous UNICEF Ventures’ investments. Join Sunita and Luca at our fifth European Technology Summit on the 5th October 2021. Register at https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit

In episode 39 of our TechLaw podcast series Sean Williams, Chairman of London-based fibre networks, G.Network Communications and Grain Connect Limited, joins DLA Piper partner, Mike Conradi, to discuss the recent explosion in demand for fibre networks in light of the pandemic. This fascinating exchange sheds light on the ever growing need for stable and resilient broadband connectivity along with the investment opportunity it presents over the next five years. Join Sean and Mike as they continue the conversation at our fifth European Technology Summit on the 5th October 2021. Register at https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tech-summit

Podcast 38 of our TechLaw podcast series sees Gary Stewart, Founder & CEO at FounderTribes, a platform connecting and empowering entrepreneurs, join Luca Gori, partner and Corporate M&A lawyer at DLA Piper, to discuss the role of diversity in global corporate venture capital investing. They discuss how to use strategic alliances, not just to help restart economies or build back to ‘normal’, but to use this opportunity to “build back better” than before. Join Gary Stewart at our fifth European Technology Summit on the 5th October 2021, register here https://www.dlapipertechsummit.com/european/?utm_source=soundcloud&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=techlaw

FinTech: Cashless societies and post-pandemic growth by DLA Piper

In Episode 36 of our TechLaw podcast series, Dubai-based partners and M&A lawyers at DLA Piper, Will Seivewright and Eamon Holley, are joined by Directors at Control Risks, Courtenay Smith and Will Brown, in an invigorating discussion on the latest M&A trends in the GCC. In this conversation, they analyse the recent impact and acceleration of technology trends derived from COVID-19, as well as the roll-out successions of M&A trends across the European Markets.

In Episode 35 of our TechLaw Podcast Series, Middle-East based DLA Piper partner, Paul Latto, joins an incredible panel of experts including Tony Chacko Joseph, from UAE's Ministry of Finance; Khalid Saad, Board Member at CoinMENA; and Phil Reynolds, Board Director and Co-founder at Pyypl, to discuss the rapid growth in mobile payments and platforms the UAE's FinTech has experienced. Other topics for discussion also include FinTech regulations, trends and innovations swiftly approaching the UAE.

In Episode 34 of our TechLaw Podcast Series, DLA Piper partner, Alexandra Kamerling, talks about antitrust law in the digital age with Laura Petrone, Senior Analyst of Technology Thematic Research at GlobalData Plc. Their conversation delves into how traditional regulations are being evolved to allow for a fair playing field that also fosters innovation, as well as looking at how these regulations are being applied in numerous jurisdictions across the globe. More podcasts: https://www.dlapiper.com/insights/publicationseries/techlaw-podcast-series/

The second part of Episode 33 of our TechLaw Podcast Series, features an insightful discussion between DLA Piper partner, Paul Allen, and author of Future Fit, Andrea Clarke. With Covid-19 having accelerated the shift from physical to virtual working, how do businesses connect its people to its strategy and motivate, educate and inspire them through this new hybrid model?

Part one of Episode 33 in our TechLaw Podcast Series sees Andrea Clarke, author of Future Fit: How to Stay Relevant and Competitive in the Future of Work, draw on her fascinating life experience to advise on how to stay secure in the future of work and create value as we undergo a digital evolution. Creating a strong sense of self in the workplace through connecting employees with a business’ purpose, strategy and leadership is critical to future success.

In part two of Episode 32 of our TechLaw Podcast Series, Alina Truhina, Chief Strategy Officer at Founders Factory Africa, resumes her conversation on business collaborations between corporates and startups with one of our partners, Chris Baird. Shifting the conversation to the challenges and opportunities for startups when joining with established corporate companies, Alina and Chris also discuss the areas of focus when working with entrepreneurs in Africa and what to expect in the next five years.

In part one of Episode 32 of our TechLaw Podcast Series, Alina Truhina, Chief Strategy Officer at Founders Factory Africa, talks business collaborations between corporates and startups with one of our partners, Chris Baird. Their conversation focuses on the impact of COVID-19 on FFA’s portfolio investment strategy, fund flows in Africa and misconceptions of investing in Africa.