The European Union has emerged as an undeniable leader in the comprehensive regulation of the digital sphere. Its approach towards privacy, dominant tech platforms, online content moderation, and the development of artificial intelligence has the potential to influence regulatory trends across the globe. From small businesses to multinational corporations, any entity operating within the EU market or interacting with EU citizens faces a rapidly evolving set of complex requirements.

The evolving landscape of ESG considerations has attracted widespread attention in recent years, particularly in relation to the prominent subject of Sustainable Finance. However, its emergence has accentuated a concerning issue of greenwashing. The implications of greenwashing are significant as it could undermine the credibility and effectiveness of sustainable finance by potentially misleading investors who seek to support sustainable initiatives.

While traditionally in-house legal teams are slower to adopt change, the COVID-19 pandemic has started a tech revolution, with many departments embracing new technologies to aid revenue generation. More so, in 2021, the legal industry is projected to become a global market worth $1,011B. One of the slowest sectors to go digital is now coming online, driven by more technology-friendly legal departments.