…Some of these included; location, experienced panels, use of diverse languages, modern rules, modern technology, independence, and knowledge of African socio-cultural context. Arbitration Foundation of South Africa (AFSA), Cairo Regional…

…(Article 19.2) spell out that “a hearing may take place in person, or virtually by conference call, videoconference or using other communications technology with participants in one or more geographical…

…ecosystem. The evolution of industries especially that of renewable energy, technology, and pharmacy might give rise to a new genre of disputes requiring further expertise in these areas. As discussed…

Travel and other restrictions due the COVID-19 pandemic have meant that virtual hearings have become the “new normal” for international commercial arbitration, and even perhaps for investor-state arbitrations. But what…

…evolving data technology assisting in voluminous amounts of documents being produced electronically. With regards to the idea of tribunal-appointed experts, Jones acknowledged that a more active role of the tribunal…

…Executive Order on Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain). These tariff and non-tariff measures will significantly affect supply chains by increasing costs, reducing access to materials,…

…The COVID-19 pandemic is also exerting greater pressure for the arbitration community to find innovative ways to incorporate greater use of technology, through more use of online dispute resolution (“ODR”)…

…BigBlueButton technology to moving its crucial modules online during this period. Several webinars have been hosted tackling a range of topics. The Singapore International Arbitration Centre has notably run priceless…

…in the uncharted waters of COVID-19. In the “new normal” of wide-ranging travel advisories and restrictions, there is an emerging consensus to better integrate the use of technology with dispute…