Schoenherr advised the shareholders of EuShipments.com on the sale of a 70 % stake in the company to Austrian Post. Following the relevant regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, with Austrian Post having the option to acquire the remaining 30 % within the next four years.

Schoenherr advised BHS Private Equity Fund and its professional advisor Versute Investments a.s. on the acquisition of a significant minority stake in ALFA 3, s.r.o. ("ALFA 3"), a leading Czech manufacturer of delivery boxes and other industrial metal furniture.

Schoenherr advised the Austrian HS Timber Group on its acquisition of 100 % of the shares in the Swedish wood processing company Malå Såg AB from the Swedish owner Setra Trävaror AB, a subsidiary of Setra Group AB.

On 19 November 2025, the European Commission presented a four‑part legislative initiative designed to simplify and streamline the EU's tech rulebook and support competitiveness. The package comprises: (i) a "Digital Omnibus" covering data, cybersecurity and privacy rules; (ii) a separate "Digital Omnibus on AI" amending the AI Act; (iii) a Communication on the Data Union Strategy to unlock high‑quality data for AI and innovation; and (iv) a legislative proposal on European Business Wallets to ease secure cross‑border interactions with public authorities. While each element matters, the most immediate operational implications for businesses arise from initiatives (i) and (ii).

For a closer look at where lawmakers currently stand in the Omnibus I process, we have prepared a comprehensive brochure including the below analysis, as well as a tabular overview for you. Bear in mind that the legislative landscape is still shifting, so the final outcome may yet come as a surprise.

The possibilities for generating music and sounds using AI applications have become both versatile and impactful in recent years.[1] AI enables the customisation of melodies, lyrics and moods to suit users' needs, making AI-generated music particularly relevant in commercial contexts. In addition to licensing their existing portfolios, many sound platforms now also offer access to AI music databases. Their customers include restaurants and retailers that want to enhance their customers' experience with stimulating background music without relying on "chart hits". In addition, AI-generated music is increasingly used for marketing purposes and advertising.