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June 1, 2014
The struggle of keeping the net neutrality
The unending struggle of keeping the net neutrality will determine how internet suppliers treat online content. In the meantime, Netflix is not satisfied .
November 18, 2014
Who's Who Legal 2014
Our Head on Internet Department was nominated as a leading practitioner in the field of entertainment in Israel by the 2014 edition of Whos' Who Legal, one of the leading global legal guides.
December 17, 2014
International Comparative Legal Guide to Gambling 2015 - ICLG
We are the authors of the Israeli chapter in the International Comparative Legal Guide to Gambling 2015. The Guide covers a range of topics including: relevant authorities and legislation, application for a license and license restrictions, enforcement, liability and more. This publication is one of 38 ICLG guides published which cover all major practice areas and provide in-house counsel with a legal overview in different jurisdictions.
December 18, 2014
The 2015 InterGame Year Book & Directory is now available in digital format
Barnea has once again been chosen to be included in the 2015 InterGame Year Book Directory as one of the law firms advising the gaming and games industries.
January 14, 2013
"The Ministry of Justice's gamble"
Is it justifiable to block gambling sites? According to a Justice Department memo, a competent police officer may issue an order restricting access to a Web site, if there is a reasonable suspicion that the website is used for betting and that the site will continue to be used for betting if access is not restricted
April 25, 2013
Israel: Licensing of Online Financial Trading
Trading online financial services, be it foreign exchange, commodities, share prices or stock indexes is the attracting customers all over the world; This has led several jurisdictions to introduce legislation aimed at licensing and regulating the online financial trading market.
May 9, 2013
Israeli gambling sites industries have been revealed due to a confidential agreement which has been leaked.
Barnea represents Mr. Menny Benish, Player 2 Player LTD. and R.I.I.G Limited, in a claim for over 12 M NIS against Moshe Tisona and Yalciner Enterprises Ltd.
August 8, 2013
Barnea & Co. represented Orid Media Limited
Barnea represented Orid Media Limited in its sale of certain of its assets and liabilities, including its subsidiary, Pariplay Limited, an Isle of Man online gambling licensee, to a partly owned subsidiary of Majesco Entertainment Company, a NASDAQ listed company. The transaction will see Majesco invest a sum of between $3.5 to $4.5 million.
August 20, 2013
Financial Regulation: Early Achievements
In 2010, the Israeli Parliament enacted the Securities Law , creating the framework for the licensing of the online financial trading industry in Israel. The Act is the first attempt of the government to regulate online financial trading in Israel, which is unregulated at all, allowing rogue operators to act, causing damage to consumers and to the reputation of respectful operators.
November 17, 2013
Online Gambling Panel
On November 18th, the Israel Bar will hold a panel in respect of online gambling. Our Head of Barnea's internet and e-commerce department, will participate in the panel.