Webinars
WT Crypto Academy
WT Crypto Academy – From Zero to Hero We are delighted to invite you to our unique WT Crypto Academy, which will deal with the technological and economic aspects of crypto assets and blockchains. The lecturer is a well-known expert in this field and has a wealth of hands-on experience. He will help you to […]...
Cross-border reorganizations under Austrian corporate and tax law – new developments
The EU Mobility Directive has introduced new rules for cross-border reorganizations. Austria’s implementation is still pending, but is to be expected in summer. The government proposal for the new law and the accompanying draft tax rules were published in April, thus completing the future framework for cross-border conversions, mergers and demergers. In our webinar we […]...
Whistleblower protection in Austria – successful implementation in companies and corporations
Whistleblower protection is an important part of corporate culture, which is now also legally anchored in Austria. Whistleblowers who report misconduct or violations of the law in their company enjoy protection and support under the Whistleblower Protection Act. Businesses and corporations must now take measures to ensure whistleblowers are protected from retaliation and that their […]...
Navigating the crypto space
Are you interested in the world of crypto, but never really took time to learn the essentials? If so, this invitation is for you! We are offering three different courses: a short one only on Decentralized Finance (DeFi), another short one only on Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), as well as a long course covering literally everything […]...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) – An Update
2023 is set to be a breakthrough year for Artificial Intelligence (AI): In September 2022, Dall-E 2 (a program that can generate digital images from natural language) was opened up to the public. In November 2022, ChatGPT (a chatbot that can answer complex questions) was launched. Both models have captured the popular imagination and left […]...
The Future of DeFi
Decentralized finance, or “DeFi”, refers to the offering of financial services not through central parties, such as banks and insurance companies, but on the basis of immutable computer code running on public blockchain infrastructure. The Economist has pointed out that this ecosystem of financial services has the potential to rewire how the financial system works, […]...
New Rules for Online Business: Omnibus Directive in Practice
The Omnibus Directive aims to upgrade consumer protection rules as the EU gears up for the digital age. It widens consumer protection to digital goods and services, and has a significant impact on companies doing business online and market place platforms. As companies adjust their day-to-day operations, including sales and marketing practices, a thorough understanding […]...
Start-ups and Tech investors, beware!
Are you a start-up on the verge of creating crucial IP assets? Or you are an investor eager to acquire a successful IP developer? Join us on the webinar jointly organized by Wolf Theiss and Aon during which we will try to provide hands-on advice on legal and practical issues to look for in each […]...
The Future of Sustainable Data
The untapped potential of data will fuel economic growth as we transition into the digital future. If we can ensure the ethical use of data and that all stakeholders benefit from value it creates, we will secure its positive effects for the generations to come. The Future of Sustainable Data webinar will look into a […]...
Warranty and Indemnity (“W&I”) Insurance in Real Estate Transactions
Warranty and Indemnity (“W&I”) Insurance has become a really hot topic also for real estate transactions: To insure a transaction can not only take the heat out of usually very controversial negotiation points – it can substantially speed up the process, improve the quality of due diligence and information, and provide comfort that warranty claims, […]...
The Future of Digital Business
The digital economy is expanding exponentially in all aspects of industry and daily life. As a result, data has become the new oil – the fuel and the currency of this expansion. New technologies are also on the rise, shaping the investment environment for start-ups and established market players. Cryptocurrencies will also shape markets as […]...
The Future of Government
Amidst the increasing speed of technological development, governments across the world are at a crossroads. They face the dual challenge of implementing new tech solutions to fulfill their own mandates, while at the same time effectively regulating the use of that same technology in wider society. The stakes are high. How can elected officials and […]...