TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 2
Contact number
+852 2219 0888Chambers Review
The skilled TMT group of Hogan Lovells holds a proven track record advising multinationals on transactional, regulatory and contentious matters relating to artificial intelligence and e-commerce. It provides sophisticated advice on issues of data privacy and protection, regularly advising major Chinese corporates on cybersecurity. The law firm is recognised for its telecoms know-how, assisting operators and service providers with wide-ranging commercial and compliance issues. It is active in the licensing of intellectual property and other assets in the media and entertainment industries, and it offers a growing focus on fintech issues, including e-payments and open banking. The firm's key clients include FTI Consulting, HKEX and Kuaishou.
Work Highlights
- Hogan Lovells advised the Hong Kong Association of Banks in respect to the launch of Hong Kong’s Multiple Credit Reference Agency Model (MCRA Model) and the centralised consumer credit data platform.
- Hogan Lovells assisted USANA in the application for CAC security assessment for cross-border transfer of personal data.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They provide practical and sound advice as their lawyers are experienced."
"We can get an all-round service and that is a very important element."
"They provide practical and sound advice as their lawyers are experienced."
"We can get an all-round service and that is a very important element."
Notable Practitioners
Mark Parsons is highly regarded for his regulatory advice on data privacy, protection and technology risk management. He also handles commercial agreements involving the acquisition and licensing of digital assets and intellectual property.
"He is an excellent lawyer and a nice person to work with. He is calm, composed and a good listener to our requests and questions."
"Mark has been in the market for a long time and is keenly aware of the various commercial drivers in the industry."