Legal guidance for tech startups highlighted at Gitex Global 2023

Sajjad Ahmad, Deputy Business Editor

Gitex Global 2023 witnessing an exceptional participation this year amid technological advancements and the artificial intelligence revolution. The exhibition has attracted huge crowd as well as remarkable representation from global technology giants.

This year show highlighting the importance of AI and solutions for more sustainable future. Tech startups are the main focus this year as the their growth are playing vital role in the economic growth.

Mohammad Al Najjar, Lawyer and Legal Consultant said, "Our participation for the first time stems from being one of the regional legal offices with years of experience in electronic law.

We have now introduced Smart Law, emphasising our commitment to creating and ensuring effective legal balance, guaranteeing secure use of technology and AI tools. Our participation includes providing legal guidance for tech startups, intellectual property protection, data privacy, cybersecurity, compliance with emerging technologies, licenses, and regulatory approvals in heavily regulated sectors like fintech.

We also address ethical considerations, maintaining the highest professional standards in the dynamic technology industry. We support Gitex participants through organizing legal awareness workshops to educate startups about the legal aspects of their operations.

Al Najjar added, "I take pride in the UAE's pioneering role regionally and internationally in legislations related to artificial intelligence and cybercrimes. We work towards simplifying and ensuring the legal aspect for relevant entities and stakeholders, facilitating an understanding of legal complexities for international market expansion, including compliance with foreign laws and trade regulations."