Ben Gibson
CMS2
TMT
CMS’ TMT offering in the UAE continues to act for a diverse range of public and private sector clients, including local conglomerates and regional financial institutions. The practice is noted for the diversity of mandates that it handles, spanning the likes of technology contracting, data protection, crypto, media, and general compliance issues. Specialising in commercial technology projects, practice head Ben Gibson is well versed in complex procurement, development and outsourcing issues. Senior associate Victoria Noto has established a solid reputation for TMT-related commercial and advisory work.
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‘The interactions that we had showed a knowledgeable and supportive team. ’
‘Ben has exceptional industry and legal knowledge, coupled with a pragmatic and friendly approach. He was always supportive to our needs as a client and made himself available on short notice. He went above and beyond to delivery great service. ’
Key clients
- TikTok / Bytedance
- Gulf International Bank
- The Walt Disney Company (Dubai Branch)
- Etisalat
- Dubai International Financial Centre Authority
- Aldar
- Nestle Middle East
- Etihad Rail
- Al Tayer Group
- Al Futtaim
- FlyDubai
- Medtronic
- DFS Middle East FZE
- Aecom Arabia
- FujiFilm Middle East
- New Balance
Work highlights
- Advised Etihad Rail on the procurement of an integrated online ticketing and journey management platform.
- Acted for the Dubai International Financial Centre Authority Data Protection Commissioner’s office on the development of an ethical data risk management index (“EDMI”). The EDMI is intended to assist businesses make assessments with respect to the increasingly complicated matter of international personal data transfers.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ben Gibson