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Eversheds Sutherland

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Eversheds Sutherland’s Asia Technology and Data Privacy Team focuses on strategic and “bet-the-farm” technology transactions and digital transformation projects. The Team also advises large institutional clients and start-up unicorns on a broad spectrum of data privacy matters.

 We advise a number of international clients in relation to their most strategic transactions, including leading financial services, consumer/retail, technology and aviation multi-national companies. We have particular expertise advising on infrastructure outsourcing (private and public cloud), core-banking and payments platforms, contact centre and telecommunications services, enterprise software licensing, data centre / colocation and application outsourcing arrangements.

 We are the “go-to” data privacy counsel for leading financial institutions, regulators, technology companies, airlines, and regional unicorns, showcasing our strong capabilities in the data privacy space. We pride ourselves on being both legal advisors and business partners, understanding underlying commercial concerns and industry best practices. 

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Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) - China

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Eversheds Sutherland has a solid offering in data compliance across China, the UK, the EU and other regions. It regularly advises clients on cybersecurity, data protection and cross-border data transfer matters. Its clientele spans various sectors, including real estate, manufacturing, fintech and aviation. Additionally, the team offers expertise in commercial transactions and regulatory issues to international IT providers and fintech companies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Eversheds Sutherland assisted Langham Hospitality Group with the establishment of a global customer loyalty program.

  • Eversheds Sutherland advised Meta on its regulatory compliance in relation to the structuring of the payment flow supporting Meta’s Ad Services business.

Strengths

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  • They make complicated things easy to understand, which impressed us. Their advice is understandable and clear.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

  • The team not only has a wealth of industry knowledge, but also great understanding of the client's business needs. The advice can be readily applied to the day-to-day business operation.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

  • We have found Eversheds quite exceptional in terms of the investment of time and effort in understanding our organisational operations and standard positions.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

Notable Practitioners

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  • Albert Yuen
    Albert Yuen

    Albert Yuen

    Albert Yuen has considerable experience in the TMT sphere and practised in both Australia and the USA before settling in Hong Kong. He offers support on technology and telecommunications transactions, as well as data protection and other regulatory matters.

    • Albert provides high-quality service in a commercial and practical way. He is very careful to ensure that he meets our objectives.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • Albert clearly understands what we want to achieve and is able to provide appropriate suggestions and solutions. It is a pleasure dealing with Albert, who makes navigating legal requirements a breeze.

      Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
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    Albert Yuen

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms)

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    Albert Yuen

    TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (International Firms)

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