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- March 2022
Turkey Legal Update - March 2022
Audit Standards for Information Security Processes
Audit standards are determined for information systems of public institutions and enterprises providing critical infrastructure services are determined. The subjects of the regulations are required to conduct their first audit in 2022.
Recent Developments & Turkey’s Position on SEPs: Navigating The Technology-Driven World
The European Commission launches public consultation for a transparent, predictable and efficient SEP framework. How the Turkish Competition Board’s strict approach in its first SEP – FRAND case will evolve is yet to be seen.
Amendments on the Communiqué Concerning the Mergers and Acquisitions Calling for the Authorization of the Competition Board
Certain important amendments, including updating the turnover thresholds related to mergers and acquisitions, have been made to the Communiqué Concerning the Mergers and Acquisitions Calling for the Authorization of the Competition Board.
Turkish Radio Television Supreme Board Sanctioned Scenes Relating to Stereotypes of Virginity
Radio Television Supreme Board evaluated the scenes related with stereotypes of virginity contrary to social gender equality, considered them as encouraging pressure on women and exploiting them.
Additional Price Difference in Public Tenders and Assignment of Tender Agreements
The contractors are entitled to request for an additional price difference and to assign their tender agreements from the tender authorities. The Presidential Decree regulating the applicable conditions came into force.
Dilemma Over Well-Known Trademark Registry Continues in Turkey
Following Court of Cassation’s finalized decision concluding that Turkish Patent and Trademark Office has no authority to keep a registry for well-known trademarks, the dilemma about the status of well-known trademark registry continues.