Unfair Commercial Practices Directive 2005

Press release - New EU rules needed to make digital platforms less addictive

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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increasing efficiency, accessibility, connectedness), its addictive design can cause physical, psychological and material harm (loss of concentration and cognitive ability, burnout, stress, depression, limited physical activity).

Key Points: 
  • increasing efficiency, accessibility, connectedness), its addictive design can cause physical, psychological and material harm (loss of concentration and cognitive ability, burnout, stress, depression, limited physical activity).
  • New EU rules needed
    MEPs believe that recent rules such as the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Artificial Intelligence Act are not enough to regulate the issue of addictive design.
  • Ethical by design
    MEPs want companies to be obliged to develop ethical and fair digital products and services “by design” without dark patterns, misleading, and addictive design.
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    Rapporteur Kim Van Sparrentak (Greens/EFA, NL) said: “No self-discipline can beat the addictive design we are all subject to today.

Tax Strategist Brian Charbonnier Joins Andersen's Commercial Practice in Los Angeles

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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Andersen is pleased to welcome Brian Charbonnier to its Commercial Practice in Los Angeles.

Key Points: 
  • Andersen is pleased to welcome Brian Charbonnier to its Commercial Practice in Los Angeles.
  • Brian has consistently demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to tax strategy, showcasing his ability to align intricate tax planning with broader business objectives.
  • His visionary mindset and adeptness at identifying groundbreaking solutions have set him apart as a leading strategist in the tax industry.
  • With Brian Charbonnier on board, Andersen's Commercial Practice is poised to continue delivering innovative tax solutions that drive success for its diverse clientele.

Klick Lands McKinsey Senior Partner to Lead New Commercial Solutions Business

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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He builds on Klick’s award-winning leadership team, which has established itself as the industry’s leading partner for biopharma brands.

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  • He builds on Klick’s award-winning leadership team, which has established itself as the industry’s leading partner for biopharma brands.
  • “We are ecstatic to welcome Brian to Klick as we continue to cement our position as the preeminent commercialization partner in life sciences,” said Klick Co-Founder and Chairman Leerom Segal.
  • “I've admired Klick for many years and have witnessed firsthand the impact they have on the iconic brands they support.
  • In 2021, Klick also brought on former Accenture executive and Epsilon health veteran Ryan Slipakoff to oversee its technology enablement business.