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London-based International Arbitration Partner Maurice Kenton Joins Hunton Andrews Kurth in Continued Expansion of Firm’s Global Disputes Practice

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

Maurice Kenton, a prominent international arbitration and disputes lawyer with significant experience representing clients in the mining, oil and gas, power, telecommunications, infrastructure and insurance sectors, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in London.

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  • Maurice Kenton, a prominent international arbitration and disputes lawyer with significant experience representing clients in the mining, oil and gas, power, telecommunications, infrastructure and insurance sectors, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a partner in London.
  • Arriving with Kenton is disputes Counsel Edward Hamilton, whose practice includes international commercial and investor-State disputes.
  • “We are pleased to welcome them to the firm.”
    Kenton, who will lead the firm’s international arbitration practice, is the latest addition to Hunton Andrews Kurth’s London-based team.
  • The firm recently announced the arrivals of his longtime colleagues, international arbitration Partner David Hesse and corporate Partner Phillip Mace.

Navigating the Future: Yodaplus's DocuTrade at the Forefront of the Trade Finance Evolution

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

MUMBAI, India, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global trade finance sector, pivotal to international commerce, has long been anchored by traditional paper-based practices. From bills of lading to promissory notes, the tangible nature of these documents has been both a symbol of trust and at the same time, a source of inefficiency. In a world increasingly dictated by speed, efficiency, and environmental concerns, these age-old paper-bound practices have been a growing concern.

Key Points: 
  • In an era where global trade remains tethered to traditional paper-based practices, the need for digitization has never been more pressing.
  • Stepping into this evolving landscape, Yodaplus recently introduced DocuTrade — a documentation solution optimized for today's digital age, yet deeply respectful of the legacy and intricacies of trade finance.
  • The aftermath of the COVID pandemic has only accelerated the push towards digital solutions in trade finance.
  • Amidst this sea change, platforms like DocuTrade are poised to be at the forefront, leading the digital transformation journey.

Navigating the Future: Yodaplus's DocuTrade at the Forefront of the Trade Finance Evolution

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

MUMBAI, India, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The global trade finance sector, pivotal to international commerce, has long been anchored by traditional paper-based practices. From bills of lading to promissory notes, the tangible nature of these documents has been both a symbol of trust and at the same time, a source of inefficiency. In a world increasingly dictated by speed, efficiency, and environmental concerns, these age-old paper-bound practices have been a growing concern.

Key Points: 
  • In an era where global trade remains tethered to traditional paper-based practices, the need for digitization has never been more pressing.
  • Stepping into this evolving landscape, Yodaplus recently introduced DocuTrade — a documentation solution optimized for today's digital age, yet deeply respectful of the legacy and intricacies of trade finance.
  • The aftermath of the COVID pandemic has only accelerated the push towards digital solutions in trade finance.
  • Amidst this sea change, platforms like DocuTrade are poised to be at the forefront, leading the digital transformation journey.

Leading International Arbitration Attorney Miriam Harwood Joins Katten

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

NEW YORK, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that Miriam K. Harwood has joined the New York office as a partner and chair of the firm's new International Arbitration practice.

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  • NEW YORK, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Katten announced today that Miriam K. Harwood has joined the New York office as a partner and chair of the firm's new International Arbitration practice.
  • "I am excited to launch the International Arbitration practice at Katten," said Harwood.
  • She also serves on the board of directors of the New York International Arbitration Center and the advisory board of The American Review of International Arbitration.
  • Before joining Katten, Harwood served as partner and co-head of the Investment Arbitration practice at an AmLaw 100 firm, and she was previously a partner in the International Arbitration group at an AmLaw 200 firm.

Omni Bridgeway expands in France with new Paris operations, welcomes Leon Ioannou

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Based in Paris, Leon will focus on supporting clients and lawyers with non-recourse financing and recovery solutions for legal disputes both in France and internationally.

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  • Based in Paris, Leon will focus on supporting clients and lawyers with non-recourse financing and recovery solutions for legal disputes both in France and internationally.
  • In Paris, Leon will work closely with the full EMEA team including French trained lawyer, Nevena Ivanova , Investment Manager, Senior Legal Counsel who joined Omni Bridgeway in 2020.
  • "We are very pleased to deepen our commitment to our clients in France with Leon joining us in Paris.
  • Leon Ioannou commented, "I am extremely happy to join Omni Bridgeway, the most respected legal finance provider in the industry with the most experienced team.

Singapore Convention Week 2022: Global experts to convene in Singapore to share insights and chart new paths in cross-border dispute resolution

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Monday, August 22, 2022

The Singapore Convention Week (SC Week) 2022, to be held from 29 August to 2 September, will bring together global experts and thought-leaders to share the latest insights in cross-border dispute resolution amidst a changing operating landscape.

Key Points: 
  • The Singapore Convention Week (SC Week) 2022, to be held from 29 August to 2 September, will bring together global experts and thought-leaders to share the latest insights in cross-border dispute resolution amidst a changing operating landscape.
  • Over 25 global experts in various fields including dispute resolution will speak at the panel discussions and fireside chats.
  • Participants can also look forward to panel discussions with international dispute resolution experts and practitioners at the three UNCITRAL Academy Capacity-Building Workshops.
  • More importantly, we hope that it will strengthen partnerships and energise the global legal and dispute resolution communities to tackle emerging challenges.

Factoring Services Market to be Worth $7,005.90 Billion by 2030 - Grand View Research, Inc.

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The global factoring services market size is expected to reach USD 7,005.90 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.8% from 2022 to 2030, according to a new report published by Grand View Research, Inc.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The global factoring services market size is expected to reach USD 7,005.90 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.8% from 2022 to 2030, according to a new report published by Grand View Research, Inc.
  • Additionally, the demand for factoring services is higher among SMEs in India and China
    Read 120-page market research report, " Factoring Services Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Category (Domestic, International), By Type (Recourse, Non-recourse), By Financial Institution, By End Use, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2022 - 2030 ", published by Grand View Research.
  • Grand View Research has segmented the global factoring services market based on category, type, financial institution, end use, and region.
  • Factoring Services Market - Category Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
    Factoring Services Market - Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
    Factoring Services Market - Financial Institution Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)
    Factoring Services Market - End-Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2017 - 2030)

Global Factoring Services Market Report 2022: Increasing Open Trade Accounts and Cross-Border Businesses & An Expanding Manufacturing Industry in Asia Driving Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

The global factoring services market size is expected to reach USD 7,005.90 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.8% from 2022 to 2030.

Key Points: 
  • The global factoring services market size is expected to reach USD 7,005.90 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.8% from 2022 to 2030.
  • The market growth can be attributed to the increasing open trade accounts and cross-border businesses.
  • The expansion of the manufacturing industry in Asian countries and the growing need among startups and SMEs for an alternate source of finance are further driving the market growth.
  • Chapter 4 Factoring Services Market: Category Segment Analysis
    Chapter 5 Factoring Services Market: Type Segment Analysis
    Chapter 6 Factoring Services Market: Financial Institution Segment Analysis
    Chapter 7 Factoring Services Market: End-Use Segment Analysis
    Chapter 8 Factoring Services Market: Region Segment Analysis

Paris Tribunal Judiciaire Issues a Decision Recognizing an Award in Favor of Entrepreneur Dr. Maya Dangelas and Her Companies Against Viet Nam in the First Arbitration Case

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Friday, July 8, 2022

Dr. Dangelas, the Chairwoman of Tan Tao Energy Corporation, U.S.

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  • Dr. Dangelas, the Chairwoman of Tan Tao Energy Corporation, U.S.
  • I am calling on all American and other foreign investors to bravely stand up for what is right and fight for their investments that were unjustly stolen.
  • "This award will help to stop government corruption and hold the Socialist Republic of Vietnamaccountable for the misdoings of its then Prime Minister, Nguyen, Tan Dung.
  • Dr. Dangelas holds a doctoral degreein higher education and resides in Houston, Texas.

Global Factoring Services Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis and Forecasts, 2021-2028 - Rise in Cross-border Factoring and the Rapid Development of Factoring Services Across the European Union - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 17, 2022

Moreover, the increasing need for an alternative source of financing for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) has also been driving the market growth.

Key Points: 
  • Moreover, the increasing need for an alternative source of financing for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) has also been driving the market growth.
  • Additionally, the implementation of blockchain technology in factoring solutions is likely to help improve the overall supply chain by reducing operational costs for businesses.
  • However, the development of receivables registries is increasing to safeguard from fraud/scam or factoring rules that can guard the industry against unfair regulations.
  • However, the factoring market is expected to rebound gradually in the short as well as the long term.