The new Council of Europe’s Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law, was signed yesterday, by Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, the United Kingdom, Israel, the United States of America and the European Union. The CoE (Council of Europe’s Convention) has introduced this Convention with the aim to ensure that artificial intelligence systems operate in accordance with its core values, like human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. It is a response to growing concerns about how AI might influence both physical and virtual environments, particularly in ways […]
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We are excited to share the outstanding achievements of Bogdan Gecić, the Founding Partner of Gecić Law, in the 2024 edition of Who’s Who Legal, a highly respected guide to the world’s top legal practitioners. This year, Bogdan earned recognition as a Thought Leader and was featured in three reports across two highly competitive practice areas: M&A and Governance and Competition. This prestigious recognition, therefore, places him among the select few in the jurisdiction acknowledged across multiple practice groups. This highlights his exceptional legal expertise and strong leadership. Who’s Who Legal – Thought Leader 2024: Bogdan Gecić In this edition […]
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Gecić Law continues to make strides in artificial intelligence with our latest contribution to the International Bar Association’s AI guide. Senior associate Nemanja Sladaković and associate Bojan Tutić authored the Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia chapters of the publication. Their work provides crucial insights into the use of AI as a professional tool in these jurisdictions. IBA’s Alternative and New Law Business Structures (ANLBS) Committee, through its Artificial Intelligence Working Group, commissioned the IBA AI guide. It serves as a comprehensive resource for legal professionals navigating the evolving AI landscape. By contributing to this global project, Gecić Law showcases […]
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Our esteemed partner, Ognjen Colić, recently shared his insights on the groundbreaking Remus acquisition of GLM in an interview with Lawyer Monthly. This attractive deal caught the attention of the specialized global publication, which expressed interest in exploring its intricacies further. Ognjen led the legal team at Gecić Law in navigating the local aspects of this significant deal. The transaction is among the most notable in the automotive industry this year. The acquisition included an indirect takeover of GLM RS Zrenjanin, a crucial part of GLM’s global manufacturing capacities. The deal marks a significant expansion for Remus, the Austrian powerhouse […]
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We are happy to announce the remarkable success of Gecić Law’s distinguished lawyers in the 2024 edition of the Who’s Who Legal, an authoritative guide to the world’s foremost legal practitioners. This year, our firm is especially proud to celebrate the recognition of four leading attorneys across various critical practice areas. Who’s Who Legal – Real Estate 2024: Recommended Lawyer Miloš Petaković We are kicking off our series on their achievements by highlighting the exceptional accomplishments of Miloš Petaković. This year, Who’s Who Legal recognized Miloš as a Recommended Lawyer in Real Estate, affirming his status in one of our […]
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The Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted the new Electronic Communications Development Strategy until 2027. This document, developed by the Ministry of Information and Telecommunications in collaboration with numerous partners, establishes a new strategic framework aimed at building a secure, reliable, and accessible electronic communications infrastructure. The Strategy aims to fully align the field of electronic communications with the growing needs for services in this area. Integral to this document is an Action Plan outlining measures and activities essential for the successful achievement of its objectives. A primary focus of the Strategy is to bridge the digital divide between […]
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In a landmark decision, a U.S. judge recently ruled that Google violated antitrust law by spending billions of dollars to create an illegal monopoly as the world’s default search engine. The ruling, certainly the first major win for federal authorities against Big Tech’s market dominance in over two decades. This could therefore lead to significant changes in how Google operates. The Ruling U.S. District Judge Amit P. Mehta, in his 277-page decision, found that Google abused its dominance in the search market by monopolizing search queries on smartphones and browsers, thereby throttling competition and harming consumers. This violation of Section 2 […]
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Gecić Law is proud to announce its participation in the latest edition of the Chambers Global Practice Guides: Doing Business In… Our team contributed to the “Trends and Developments” sections for Serbia. Our esteemed partners Bogdan Gecić and Hristina Kosec offered their insights into the jurisdictions dynamic business and regulatory environment. They highlighted key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the country’s economic and legal landscapes. The authors highlight Serbia’s rapid growth, driven by information technology, agriculture, and manufacturing. This undoubtedly contributes to its status as one of the most attractive investment destinations globally. In addition, Serbia’s favorable business environment, strategic […]
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Gecić|Law proudly presents the latest edition of our ESG Chat @ Gecić Law series, we are focusing on the intersection of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues in big corporations. In this interview with Tijana Koprivica, Director of Sustainable Business at Delta Holding, and Manager of the Delta Foundation we learned about the ways of introducing innovations in business that directly or indirectly impact the environment and sustainability, as well as the company’s own sustainable operations and future strategies that benefit the community. Delta Holding prioritizes ESG principles, integrating them into its business strategy for sustainable development. The company is […]
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The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Serbia and China, signed in October 2023, came into effect on July 1. Covering over 20,000 products, the agreement grants Serbian firms preferential access to the expansive Chinese market. The deal will boost exports, stimulate investment and production capacities, and enhance overall economic activity and competitiveness in Serbia. The FTA involves reciprocal elimination of tariffs on 90% of tariff lines, with more than 60% taking immediate effect. Starting this month, exports of products such as fresh apples, blueberries, dried plums, jams, seeds, and beef from Serbia to the Chinese market can proceed without tariffs. […]
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