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Are decentralised-autonomous organisations the future of business structures?

This article is primarily for those trying to understand decentralised-autonomous organisations (DAOs), considering building a DAO, or becoming a member of an existing DAO. These questions are all very relevant from a legal perspective, as a DAO serves as a [...]

By |2022-04-06T16:15:22+02:00April 6th, 2022|Categories: Blockchain|Tags: , , |

Crypto regulations in South Africa

The crypto regulatory landscape in South Africa is still in a state of uncertainty. While the Financial Services Conduct Authority (FSCA) is yet to implement any regulations, the regulator’s sentiment towards crypto regulations has evolved to the point that we [...]

By |2022-03-01T16:05:23+02:00February 25th, 2022|Categories: Blockchain|Tags: , , |

Lexing Insights | Legal framework for encryption tools

Initially used by military leaders and diplomats, cryptology has become an integral part of our daily lives since the advent of the Internet. This science of secret writing, which is divided into two types (cryptography and cryptanalysis), is today essential [...]

Electronic signatures and cryptography

Digital signatures, digital certificates, and advanced electronic signatures are all types of electronic signatures that use cryptography to authenticate the identity of the person signing and to secure their electronic signature. They are all very reliable, but they each [...]

By |2022-12-07T11:17:39+02:00January 14th, 2014|Categories: Electronic Signature Law|Tags: , |

Do you need to register as a Cryptography Provider?

You need to register as a cryptography provider if you provide encryption-related products and services or electronic-signature-related offerings. Cryptography and encryption present a challenge to security-conscious governments in that it allows you to conceal your message content from the authorities. [...]

By |2019-07-26T16:05:53+02:00April 23rd, 2012|Categories: IT Law|Tags: , , , , |