John Brunning | Fieldfisher
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Professional background

I value collaborative working and achieving long term, win-win solutions for our clients.  This requires a combination of legal and technical expertise, pragmatism and knowing what's important. 
 
My experience ranges from global outsourcings, digital transformations and cloud/SaaS deals to digital compliance, online safety and consumer issues.  I also regularly advise on the deployment of technology in regulated environments as well as on new and innovative tech such as AI and automation, distributed ledger technology, NFTs and augmented reality.    
 
I work across a range of sectors with particular experience in video games and social media, financial services, telecoms and the public sector.

I have also spent significant time working in house for FTSE 100 and global corporations and understand the pressures and competing demands on in house counsel, the need to get things done and the importance of understanding the key drivers of the business in any transaction. 

I am named by Legal 500 as a key practitioner and Next Generation Partner for IT and Telecoms.

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Technology and Data
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Harmonised Standards under the European Accessibility Act: An Introduction

19.06.2025
As of 28 June 2025, certain digital products placed on the market and/or digital services provided to consumers must comply with the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Non-compliance could lead to severe consequences, such as hefty fines, recalls, prohibitions, legal action and/or reputational damage. Read more about the specific consequences of non-compliance in several EU member states via the following link.
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Technology and Data
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Tech Regulation Newsletter – June 2025

02.06.2025
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Data and Privacy
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Understanding the European Accessibility Act: Risks of non-compliance and key authorities

02.05.2025
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Data and Privacy
Webinar

The Online Safety Act: Key issues, practical tips and next steps — Q&A event with Ofcom

05.03.2025
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Technology and Data
Insight

Tech Regulation Newsletter – Q1 2025

30.01.2025
Our first edition of 2025 sets out the key EU / UK regulatory developments in digital platforms, online safety, cyber, AI and data. A large amount of long-planned regulation came into force in December and January, including the UK's new digital markets regime, EU Cyber Resilience Act and DORA. Check below whether your business is in scope, and if and when further steps may be required to comply.
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