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📢 Thank you for joining our webinar on Liability Risks & Insurance Coverage in the Age of AI!   We appreciated the active participation and insightful questions from all attendees.   💡 Our experts, explored how AI is reshaping liability risks and insurance coverage. From the challenges of traditional policies to the need for tailor-made solutions, the discussion offered practical legal and insurance perspectives on navigating the evolving AI landscape.   📩 For any follow-up questions or legal advice, feel free to reach out directly to our experts, Tom De Cordier (Cyber, Data & Tech) and Kim van Zummeren (Insurance).   #CMSLaw #AIliability #InsuranceCoverage #LegalTech #Webinar #RiskManagement #CyberLaw #AIandLaw

🏘️ EU Consultation on State Aid Rules for Affordable Housing The European Commission has launched a public consultation to revise the State aid rules for services of general economic interest (SGEI), with a focus on affordable housing. 🔹 New exemption: Member States could grant aid without prior notification 🔹 Goal: Address market failures and simplify procedures 🔹 Also covers: critical medicines, aviation, maritime transport 🗓️ Open until 4 November 2025 📘 Read our article: https://lnkd.in/eqScRXVU 📗 CMS State Aid Legal Guide: https://lnkd.in/e_mKxRa6 📄 Find your local CMS contact: https://lnkd.in/eG2cbQQR 📩 Contact our experts: Annabelle Lepièce & Tatiana Dragojevic #StateAid #AffordableHousing #EUlaw #PublicConsultation #CMSLaw

📢 Thank you for attending our webinar on FDI screening in Belgium and Luxembourg We appreciate your participation and interest in this topic. Our speakers discussed the key aspects of the FDI mechanisms in both countries, shared practical insights, and provided an overview of the upcoming EU reform. Thank you also to our presenters for their clear and thoughtful contributions. For any further questions or legal advice, feel free to contact our speakers directly: Annabelle Lepièce and Angélique Eguether #CMSLaw #FDIScreening #Webinar #LegalUpdates #InvestmentLaw

CMS Belgium has advised Groupe Crédit Agricole on its 9.9% minority acquisition in Belgian bank Crelan. This strategic partnership sets the foundation for strengthened commercial collaboration in key sectors such as asset management, private banking and leasing. The CMS Belgium core team advising Crédit Agricole Group comprised Arnaud Van Oekel and Zoé Janssen, with involvement of Stéphane Collin, Benoit Vandervelde and Olivier Querinjean. Many thanks to Philippe Morin, Leslie Bony Lundula, Floriane Corbeau and the entire Crédit Agricole team for the very nice and efficient collaboration! Congrats also to Crelan group advisors Eubelius (Matthias Wauters and Michiel Stuyts) and corporate finance advisory firm DELFINUS LLP (Gilles Graham and Nicolas Beaujoin). #MergersAndAcquisitions #Banking #StrategicPartnership #CMSLaw

Pensions are an increasingly important focus for employers, driven by demographic shifts, evolving workforce expectations, and significant legislative reforms. Across many jurisdictions, changes to retirement ages, contribution levels, tax incentives, and regulatory oversight are reshaping how pension schemes are structured and funded. Through the CMS Expert Guide to Pensions, you can quickly compare state, occupational and personal systems across jurisdictions and get clear, practical answers on contributions, tax, funding, regulation and cross‑border portability – with direct access to our specialists when you need tailored advice. Click here to access the Guide: https://lnkd.in/du2PVuXB Daniela Krömer Chuffart Gaël CMS Employment, Labour & Pensions #cmslaw #pensionlaw #taxlaw

On Thursday, 9 October, we had the privilege of hosting an inspiring session dedicated to advancing research and care for children with rare diseases. We were honoured to welcome: 🔹 Prof. Casimir, representing the Belgian Kids’ Fund, explained how the foundation empowers young researchers to advance paediatric care through doctoral research. 🔹 Anne-Sophie Bruyns and Martin de Buyl shared the heartfelt story behind Arthur Forever, an initiative created in memory of their son to support children's health and well-being by funding medical research, hospital clowns, bereaved parent support groups, and therapeutic care. 🔹 Romain Alderweireldt presented the inspiring vision of the 101 Genomes Foundation, founded in memory of his son to accelerate genomic research. By leveraging cloud-based genomic data, the foundation aims to identify protective genes and drive progress in the fight against rare childhood diseases. These organisations are united by a mission: to improve the lives of children with rare diseases through research, innovation, and compassion. We’re grateful to our speakers for their dedication, and to everyone who joined us in supporting these vital causes. If you're curious to learn more about their missions: 🔹The Belgian Kids' Fund for Pediatric Research: https://lnkd.in/eJZGcksQ 🔹ARTHUR forever ASBL: https://lnkd.in/e8znwjHY 🔹101 Genomes Foundation: https://www.f101g.org/en/ To continue supporting these incredible causes, we’re organising a charity raffle in December to raise additional funds for these associations. We are currently looking for donors willing to contribute prizes, if you’d like to help, don’t hesitate to reach out to Lucie de Crane. #BelgianKidsFund #ArthurForever #101Genomes #cms

⚖️ Belgian Competition Authority investigates gear ratio rule in professional cycling 🚴♂️ The Belgian Competition Authority has opened an investigation into the Union Cycliste Internationale’s “Maximum Gearing” standard, following concerns over transparency and potential anticompetitive effects. This case reflects increasing scrutiny of sports regulations under EU and Belgian competition law. 📄 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ePJ9Kk3c 📬 Contact our team: Annabelle Lepièce and Tatiana Dragojevic #CompetitionLaw #SportsLaw #Antitrust #CMSBelgium

👉 Register for our upcoming webinar on Liability Risks & Insurance Coverage in the Age of AI 🗓️ 16 October 2025 🕦 11:30–12:30 CET As AI technologies become more autonomous and deeply embedded in business operations, they bring not only innovation, but also new and sometimes unclear liability risks. Join our experts Tom De Cordier and Kim van Zummeren as they explore: ✅ What liability risks arise from the use of AI in business? ✅ How can insurers and insured parties protect themselves? ✅ Are traditional insurance policies sufficient, or is tailor-made coverage needed? This webinar will provide practical insights into how legal and insurance frameworks are adapting to the evolving AI landscape. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eVPGehD9 #CMSLaw #Webinar #AI #TechLaw