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# Nuans
## Sitemaps
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## Insights
- [IKEA / Vlaams Belang: CJEU clarifies the limits of political expression under trade mark law](https://nuans-law.be/ikea-vlaams-belang-cjeu-political-expression-trade-mark-due-cause/): On 8 September 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), in Inter IKEA Systems BV / Algemeen Vlaams Belang VZW et al., held that freedom of expression, including political parody, may in principle constitute a due cause for the use of a reputed trade mark without the proprietor’s consent. However, this is not a free pass. The user must be able to explain why the trade mark was necessary for the message conveyed and demonstrate that its interest outweighs the rights and interests of the trade mark proprietor.
- [Preparing for the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)](https://nuans-law.be/preparing-for-the-cyber-resilience-act-cra/): The CRA introduces a new EU cybersecurity framework for products with digital elements. With reporting obligations taking effect as of September 2026, organisations should assess whether it applies to them and identify the steps needed to achieve compliance.
- [The EU Design Package is reshaping design protection in Europe](https://nuans-law.be/the-eu-design-package/): The EU Design Package modernises design protection for the digital age by expanding the scope of protection and introducing new filing options. Businesses should assess how these changes affect their IP strategy and existing design portfolio.
- [NIS2 ACT: Where does your organisation stand as we approach april 18, 2026?](https://nuans-law.be/nis2-act-where-does-your-organisation-stand-ahead-of-april-2026/): The NIS2 Act strengthens cybersecurity obligations for organisations in critical and important sectors. With the April 2026 deadline approaching, businesses should assess whether they are in scope and prepare for compliance.
- [CJEU clarifies copyright protection for applied art in Mio / Konektra judgment](https://nuans-law.be/cjeu-clarifies-copyright-protection-for-applied-art-in-mio-konektra-judgment/): The CJEU's Mio/Konektra judgment clarifies the copyright protection of applied art, confirming that originality remains the sole criterion. Discover what this landmark ruling means for designers, businesses and the protection of creative works.
- [The EU’s Digital Omnibus](https://nuans-law.be/the-eus-digital-omnibus/): The EU's Digital Omnibus introduces proposed changes to Europe's digital regulatory framework. Explore how the planned reforms to the GDPR, AI Act and other key legislation could impact your organisation.
- [The EU Data Act is almost there. Do not forget to align existing IT contracts with the new rules.](https://nuans-law.be/eu-data-act-it-contracts-2025/): The EU Data Act establishes a new framework for data access, cloud switching and contractual obligations. Learn how the new rules are changing IT contracts and commercial relationships.
- [Additional Information Obligation following the latest amendment of CAO 32bis](https://nuans-law.be/additional-information-obligation-cao-32bis/): From 1 February 2025, new obligations under CAO 32bis strengthen employee information and consultation during business transfers. What do these changes mean for your next transaction?
- [Mailboxes and departing employees from a GDPR perspective](https://nuans-law.be/mailboxes-and-departing-employees-from-a-gdpr-perspective/): Managing a former employee's mailbox requires balancing business continuity with data protection obligations. Is your organisation taking the right approach? Explore the key GDPR requirements.
- [The Data Act and requirements on switching between (data processing) service providers](https://nuans-law.be/the-data-act-and-vendor-lock-in-problem/): The EU Data Act introduces new rules to reduce vendor lock-in by facilitating data portability and cloud switching. Understand what these changes mean for your IT contracts and your freedom to switch providers.
- [The abolition of the quasi-immunity of the execution agent](https://nuans-law.be/abolition-quasi-immunity-execution-agent/): The abolition of the quasi-immunity of the execution agent marks a fundamental change in Belgian liability law. A technical reform? Think again—the new rules have practical consequences for businesses, directors and contractors.
- [Update on the AI Act: the EU reached an agreement on the ‘final’ text](https://nuans-law.be/update-on-the-ai-act/): After the first proposal in April 2021, the approval of the draft Act in June 2023 and the negotiations, an agreement has been reached by the EU.
- [Artificial Intelligence and Data Protection: challenges and opportunities](https://nuans-law.be/artificial-intelligence-and-data-protection/): The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) raises interesting questions about the use of personal data by AI or machine learning technologies. AI undoubtedly introduces new and serious risks for the privacy rights of data subjects.
- [Foreign Investment Control in Belgium as from 1 July 2023](https://nuans-law.be/foreign-investment-control/): Belgium's foreign investment screening mechanism adds a new regulatory layer to certain acquisitions and investments. Gain insight into the scope of the regime and its impact on cross-border transactions.
- [AI Act: A Step Closer to a Framework](https://nuans-law.be/ai-act-a-step-closer-to-a-framework/): The AI Act introduces a comprehensive EU framework for safe, transparent and trustworthy AI. Understand the key developments and what the evolving rules mean for organisations developing or using AI systems.
- [Prepare your company for NIS 2!](https://nuans-law.be/nis-2/): The NIS 2 Directive (EU) has been in effect since 16 January 2023 and is the successor to the NIS 1 Directive, transposed in Belgium by the NIS 1 Act of 7 April 2019.
- [The role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO)](https://nuans-law.be/data-protection-officer-dpo/): In 2023 our (Belgian) Data Protection Authority focusses on the crucial role and position of the Data Protection Officer (DPO).
- [Today the Whistleblowing Act enters into force](https://nuans-law.be/whistleblowing-act/): The Whistleblowing Act for the private sector, which transposes EU Directive 2019/1937, was published on December 15, 2022 and enters into force on February 15, 2023.
- [New Book 5 of our Civil Code enters into force on 1 January 2023](https://nuans-law.be/book-5-of-our-civil-code/): New Book 5 of our Civil Code with provisions on general Belgian Contract law entered into force on 1 January 2023. Book 5 forms part of a general modernisation of our civil law.
- [Is your website compliant?](https://nuans-law.be/is-your-website-compliant/): Nuans assists companies in getting their website compliant with GDPR and cookie legislation. Our lawyers draft privacy policies including all essential information about how your website collects and uses personal data.
## Pages
- [Home](https://nuans-law.be/): We help you navigate transactions, protect ideas, technology and data, and resolve complex disputes. Practical, strategic legal advice that moves your business forward.
- [Corporate. M&A.](https://nuans-law.be/corporate-law-firm/): Building a company is about more than incorporation. It is about making the right legal decisions at the right time — aligning founders, attracting investment, protecting value, preparing for growth and creating a business that is ready for opportunities.
- [Technology. Data.](https://nuans-law.be/technology-and-data/): Technology no longer sits at the edge of your business — it sits at the center. From GDPR and the AI Act to NIS2, DORA and the Data Act, the legal landscape is becoming increasingly complex. Whether you are deploying AI, managing cyber risks, sharing data across ecosystems or navigating digital regulation, Nuans helps organisations translate complex rules into practical governance, compliance and risk management frameworks that actually work — keeping your business compliant, resilient and ready for what’s next.
- [Intellectual Property](https://nuans-law.be/intellectual-property/): Ideas deserve protection. Rights deserve enforcement.
- [Litigation](https://nuans-law.be/litigation/): Every dispute needs a strategy.
- [News](https://nuans-law.be/news/): News
- [Insights](https://nuans-law.be/insights/): Insights July 2, 2026 The CRA introduces a new EU cybersecurity framework for products with digital elements. With reporting obligations taking effect as of September 2026, organisations should assess whether it applies to them and identify the steps needed to achieve compliance. The EU Design Package modernises design protection for the digital age by expanding the scope of protection and introducing new filing options. Businesses should assess how these changes affect their IP strategy and existing design portfolio. June 10, 2026 April 9, 2026 The NIS2 Act strengthens cybersecurity obligations for organisations in critical and important sectors. With the April 2026 deadline approaching, businesses should assess whether they are in scope and prepare for compliance. The CJEU's Mio/Konektra judgment clarifies the copyright protection of applied art, confirming that originality remains the sole criterion. Discover what this landmark ruling means for designers, businesses and the protection of creative works. December 8, 2025 November 27, 2025 The EU's Digital Omnibus introduces proposed changes to Europe's digital regulatory framework. Explore how the planned reforms to the GDPR, AI Act and other key legislation could impact your organisation. The EU Data Act establishes a new framework for data access, cloud switching and contractual obligations. Learn how the new rules are changing IT contracts and commercial relationships. August 25, 2025 January 16, 2025 From 1 February 2025, new obligations under CAO 32bis strengthen employee information and consultation during business transfers. What do these changes mean for your next transaction? Managing a former employee's mailbox requires balancing business continuity with data protection obligations. Is your organisation taking the right approach? Explore the key GDPR requirements. December 16, 2024 May 29, 2024 The EU Data Act introduces new rules to reduce vendor lock-in by facilitating data portability and cloud switching. Understand what these changes mean for your IT contracts and your freedom to switch providers. The abolition of the quasi-immunity of the execution agent marks a fundamental change in Belgian liability law. A technical reform? Think again—the new rules have practical consequences for businesses, directors and contractors. February 27, 2024 January 15, 2024 After the first proposal in April 2021, the approval of the draft Act in June 2023 and the negotiations, an agreement has been reached by the EU. The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) raises interesting questions about the use of personal data by AI or machine learning technologies. AI undoubtedly introduces new and serious risks for the privacy rights of data subjects. August 16, 2023
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## Jobs
- [Office Assistant | Parttime](https://nuans-law.be/jobs/office-assistant-parttime/): Office Assistant (parttime) at Nuans in Ghent: keeping our administration, invoicing and daily office operations running smoothly.
- [Senior Associate IP](https://nuans-law.be/jobs/senior-associate-ip/): Senior Associate IP at Nuans in Ghent: advising on trademarks, designs, copyright, IP portfolio management and IP disputes.
- [Senior Associate Technology & Data](https://nuans-law.be/jobs/senior-associate-technology-data/): Senior Associate Technology & Data: advising on GDPR, AI, cybersecurity, DPO services, digital regulation, and technology contracts.
- [Senior Associate Litigation](https://nuans-law.be/jobs/senior-associate-litigation/): Handle complex disputes for top clients as Senior Associate Litigation in a dynamic and supportive legal team in Ghent. Apply now!
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