For startups, every contract negotiation is a high-stakes opportunity to secure favorable terms, protect resources, and build partnerships that drive growth. Yet, diving into negotiations without proper preparation is like launching a product without a business plan—risky and likely to backfire. Preparation is the cornerstone of successful contract negotiation, especially for startups with limited resources […]
Understanding the Basics of Contract Negotiation for Startups
As a startup founder, you’re likely juggling countless responsibilities—product development, fundraising, team building, and customer acquisition, to name a few. Amid this whirlwind, contract negotiation might seem like just another task to check off your list. However, mastering the art of contract negotiation is a critical skill that can make or break your startup’s success. […]
Force Majeure 2.0: AI, Cyber Risk & War Clauses in Modern Deals
We used to think of force majeure as a “natural disasters” clause — floods, fires, and maybe strikes. But in 2025, risk looks very different. Startups and SMEs now face disruption from AI failures, cyberattacks, political unrest, and global conflict — events traditional contracts weren’t built to handle. It’s time for a force majeure upgrade. […]
How to Conduct a Contract Audit- 10 Steps to Take
Contracts are the lifeblood of every business — yet many entrepreneurs only look at them when something goes wrong. Overlooked clauses, outdated terms, or missed deadlines can quietly cost your business time, money, and trust. This is why conducting a contract audit is critical. And the good news? It doesn’t need to be complicated. In […]
Why Contract Management Software Is a Game Changer for SMEs
Contracts are the very backbone of every business. But it’s important to note that as your business grows, so does the chaos, from folders full of PDFs, to email threads with attachments, to missed deadlines, and unsigned pages. That’s where Contract Management Software (CMS) comes in. It helps SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) move from […]
How to Build a Contract Workflow for Your Business – A Smarter and Better way to Handle your Contract
For a lot of startups, small businesses or SMEs, most contracts are signed, scanned, left alone, forgotten and abandoned, until an issue or conflict springs up. The thing is most small businesses and startups handle contracts on a reactive basis: you only think about them when something goes wrong. But contracts aren’t just documents, they’re […]
Polymarkets and the New Wave of Decentralized Prediction Markets
Whoa! I remember the first time I watched a market price move on a political question and thought, this is wild. Short and sharp: prediction markets feel like intuition given a price tag. They make collective guesses tradable, and that simple reframing—of belief into liquidity—changes how you and I pay attention to events. My instinct […]
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The Overlooked Importance of “Assignment” Clauses in Mergers and Acquisitions
In the high-stakes world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), the assignment clause is often overlooked—until it becomes a deal-breaker. This seemingly mundane provision governs whether a party can transfer its rights and obligations under a contract to another entity. For business executives and legal teams navigating M&A transactions, understanding the nuances of assignment clauses is critical. This article […]
Governing Law Clauses: Why Jurisdiction Matters More Than You Think
When drafting contracts, many businesses treat governing law clauses as a mere formality. However, these clauses play a critical role in determining which jurisdiction’s laws will apply in the event of a dispute. In an increasingly globalized economy, the choice of governing law can have far-reaching implications for your business. This article explores the importance of governing law […]








