Insights and Analysis

Connected Life Brochure 2026

15 January 2026
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Digital ecosystems are rapidly transforming how we live, work, and interact. From smart cities and connected vehicles to wearables, immersive sports venues, and connected medical devices, smart connectivity is a key feature of many innovations. And we are just at the beginning. Digital connectivity promises to expand and evolve at a rapid pace.

Our new brochure describes how we have helped clients embrace the opportunities and tackle the challenges that arise as data flows seamlessly between devices and ecosystems and across borders and sectors. As innovation accelerates, organizations must navigate complex regulatory environments, safeguard sensitive information, and build resilient infrastructures that support growth and trust. We are here to help.

Hogan Lovells stands at the intersection of technology, law, and business, partnering with clients to drive digital transformation while managing risk in an always-connected global environment. Drawing on deep expertise in data privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, trade, and regulatory strategy, our team empowers companies to confidently adopt emerging technologies, comply with evolving regulations, and deliver transformative experiences. Whether supporting sports leagues, automotive manufacturers, wearable tech innovators, or smart city developers, we provide strategic guidance to ensure that connectivity enhances lives—securely, efficiently, and sustainably.

 

Explore our Connected Life capabilities here.

 

 

Authored by James Denvil, Ari Fitzgerald, Anthonia Ghalamkarizadeh, George John, Jill Kelly, Valerie Kenyon, Lina Kontos, Tommy Liu, Scott Loughlin, Katy Milner, Randy Segal, Jodi Scott, Christian Tinnefeld, Magdalena Bakowska, Kenneth Cheung, and Janis Beckedorf.

Contacts

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W. James Denvil

Partner

location Washington, D.C.

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Ari Q. Fitzgerald

Partner

location Washington, D.C.

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Anthonia Ghalamkarizadeh, M.Jur. (Oxford)

Partner

location Hamburg

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George V. John

Partner

location Washington, D.C.

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Jill Kelley

Partner

location New York

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Valerie Kenyon

Partner

location London

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Lina R. Kontos

Partner

location Washington, D.C.

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Tommy Liu

Partner

location Hong Kong

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Scott T. Loughlin

Partner

location Washington, D.C.

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Katy J. Milner

Partner

location Washington, D.C.

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Randy S. Segal

Partner

location Northern Virginia, Silicon Valley, Washington, D.C.

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Jodi Scott

Partner

location Denver, Washington, D.C.

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Dr. Christian Tinnefeld

Partner

location Hamburg

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Magdalena Bakowska

Senior Associate

location London

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Kenneth Cheung

Senior Associate

location Hong Kong

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Dr. Janis Beckedorf

Associate

location Hamburg

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