Latest Risks and Practical Responses in Manufacturing Technology Law Seminar

Upcoming Seminar on Manufacturing Technology Law

A seminar titled "Latest Risks and Practical Responses in Manufacturing Technology Law" will be held on Monday, July 7, 2025, featuring speakers Yukiko Konno and Yuki Matsuumi from Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu Law Office. This event aims to equip attendees with insights into the evolving legal landscape surrounding manufacturing technology, particularly in the context of increasing global regulations and requirements.

Seminar Highlights

As advancements in technology continue to impact various sectors, the manufacturing field is witnessing greater integration of IoT products and AI. Consequently, new legal challenges are emerging, including:

- Cybersecurity risks associated with IoT products.
- Legal frameworks surrounding the utilization of data collected by these devices.
- Application of product liability laws to intangible assets like software and AI.
- Challenges related to licensing negotiations over standard essential patents (SEPs).

In Europe, regulations have been proactively adopted, setting a precedent with the introduction of Cyber Resilience Laws, Data Laws, and amendments to Product Liability Directives. The implications for Japanese companies following these trends are substantial.

Focus Areas of the Seminar:

1. Introduction
- Utilization of technology in manufacturing and associated legal risks.
- Regulatory trends across major jurisdictions (focusing on Europe and Japan).

2. Importance of Cybersecurity in IoT
- Impact of the European Cyber Resilience Act and the UK's PSTI Act.
- Recent developments in Japan, including the establishment of security compliance evaluation for IoT products.

3. New Issues in Product Liability
- Amendments to the European Product Liability Directive and its effects.
- Current trends in Japan regarding defects in IoT devices and their liability implications.

4. Promotion of Data Utilization from IoT Products
- Influence of European Data Laws on data flow.
- Developments in Japan, including announcements from the Digital Agency regarding data governance guidelines.

5. Standard Essential Patents (SEP) in Telecommunications
- Licensing disputes concerning SEPs.
- Status updates from Europe and Japan regarding negotiations and policies.

6. Q&A and Networking

The program may be updated to reflect developments leading up to the seminar date.

Details of the Seminar:

- Date and Time: Monday, July 7, 2025, from 1 PM to 3 PM.
- Location: SSK Seminar Room, 4F, Zaimax Nish-Shimbashi Building, 2-6-2 Nish-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
- Participation Mode:

- In-person attendance.
- Live streaming via Zoom Webinar.
- Archive access for two weeks for on-demand viewing.

About SSK

New Society System Institute (SSK) has been providing business seminars since its establishment in December 1996, hosting around 500 events annually. SSK aims to enhance business opportunities by offering a swift and high-level overview of management strategies, marketing insights, and technological information. They continue to innovate and serve as strategic partners for business success.

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