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The Freshfields Podcast

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Artificial Intelligence
Antitrust Law
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Petrofac
Private Funds
Medtech
Private Credit
European Commission
Transfer Pricing
SEC
UK Digital Markets Bill
UK Economy
Antitrust
Restructuring Market
Regulatory Compliance
Liability Management
Restructuring Plans
Mergers and Acquisitions
Climate Change
Private Equity

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In this episode of Well-Caffeinated, host Tim Clark is joined by four Freshfields colleagues to examine one of the most significant trends impacting Private Capital today: the increasing focus on “retail” sources of capital for Private Capital invest... more

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Twelve months ago, Daniele Calisti, Head of Unit for Merger Policy and Case Support at the European Commission, joined us to discuss the launch of the Commission's public consultation on the revision of the EU Merger Guidelines. Now, with a draft tex... more

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In questo episodio, analizziamo come il mercato del lavoro sia diventato un nuovo campo d’azione anche per l’enforcement antitrust in Europa e in Italia. Dalle recenti linee guida della Commissione Europea che contemplano anche gli accordi c.d. no-po... more

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Activists are not monolithic and it is critical that companies today understand how activist types and styles impact engagement and campaigns. In this inaugural episode, Julian Pritchard and Leza Bieber are joined by Lauren Odell, Partner at Gladston... more

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Recent Guests

Ermelinda Spinelli
Partner antitrust at Freshfields, invited guest providing expert analysis
Freshfields
Episode: Essential Antitrust - The Italian Voice #1: Il posto fisso (obbligato)
Lauren Odell
Partner and COO at Gladstone Place Partners
Gladstone Place Partners
Episode: Global Shareholder Activism Insights #1: The Rise of the First-Time Activist
Leza Bieber
Based in New York City, activist advisor in the US market
Independent activist advisory
Episode: Global Shareholder Activism Insights #1: The Rise of the First-Time Activist
Andreas von Bonin
Senior partner in Brussels
Freshfields Brussels
Episode: Essential Antitrust #50: New safe harbours, sharper teeth - the EU's new merger playbook
Paul van den Berg
Antitrust partner in Brussels and Amsterdam
Freshfields
Episode: Essential Antitrust #50: New safe harbours, sharper teeth - the EU's new merger playbook
Ken Baird
Global Head of Restructuring at Freshfields
Freshfields
Episode: No Worse Off #22: Welcome to Hot Topics: charting global restructuring, one jurisdiction at a time
Jamie Murray-Jones
Senior associate at Freshfields making his second appearance
Freshfields
Episode: No Worse Off #22: Welcome to Hot Topics: charting global restructuring, one jurisdiction at a time
Anna Gressel
Co-head of the global AI practice at Freshfields
Freshfields
Episode: Well-Caffeinated: Private Capital at the AI Inflection Point: What to Look for in 2026 and Beyond
Eva Mak
Private capital M&A partner in Silicon Valley
Freshfields
Episode: Well-Caffeinated: Private Capital at the AI Inflection Point: What to Look for in 2026 and Beyond

Hosts

Filippo Alberti
Host of the episode and speaker who introduces the topic
Jenn Mellott
Host of Freshfields Essential Antitrust Podcast and antitrust expert

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
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    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Essential Antitrust - The Italian Voice #1: Il posto fisso (obbligato)
Q: What is the central concern about no-poach agreements and why should businesses care beyond legality?
No-poach agreements restrict worker mobility, keep salaries suppressed, and can distort competition, which ultimately harms innovation and efficiency; active antitrust compliance aligns talent markets with healthy competition, benefiting overall market dynamics.
Essential Antitrust #50: New safe harbours, sharper teeth - the EU's new merger playbook
Q: What is the innovation shield and who does it affect?
The innovation shield is a structured safe harbor for acquisitions of small innovative companies, offering a clearer, more predictable path to clearance if specified conditions are met, though it excludes DMA designated gatekeepers.
Essential Antitrust #50: New safe harbours, sharper teeth - the EU's new merger playbook
Q: How do efficiencies operate under the new framework?
The guidelines introduce a theory of benefit framework, distinguishing direct and dynamic efficiencies, and encourage early engagement to assess efficiency arguments as seriously as potential harms.
Essential Antitrust #50: New safe harbours, sharper teeth - the EU's new merger playbook
Q: What is the headline here with these new guidelines?
The Commission is trying to do two things at once: open a door for pro-competitive deals while sharpening its toolkit to challenge deals that are not.
ESG trends to watch in 2026: Part 2: How AI, climate transition planning, supply chains and environmental rules are evolving
Q: What should companies prioritize to make climate transition planning robust in 2026?
Adopt consistent methodologies, ensure transparent disclosure, involve stakeholders regularly, and be candid about target realism and progress, while continuing to align with frameworks like ISSB and CSRD.

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What is The Freshfields Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A globally oriented legal podcast focusing on competition, corporate governance, private equity, and ESG, with a strong emphasis on antitrust, restructuring, and AI governance as they intersect with regulation and dealmaking. Episodes frequently feature senior partners and practice heads from a leading global firm, offering practical frameworks, jurisdiction-specific insights, and real-case references that help in navigating cross-border deals, regulatory scrutiny, and emerging risks in AI and ESG compliance. A notable strength is the ability to translate complex policy shifts into actionable guidance for deal teams, boards, and investment committees, often tying regulatory developments to tangible business outcomes. This show is particular... more

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