Consultancy - Big Innovation Center

Emerging Technology Legal Services

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, companies must navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges to innovate confidently, secure freedom to operate, and ensure compliance across emerging technologies.

Legal strategy and regulatory compliance

Take advantage of our expert legal strategy and regulatory compliance services, specialising in areas related to digital transformation and the adoption of emerging technologies, including Cybercrime & Digital Security, Blockchain & Crypto Compliance, DeFi & Web3 Legal Strategy, Digital Assets, NFTs & the Metaverse, Data Privacy, AI, and other Emerging Technology Advisory.

Expert Services

Earn your clients’ trust and demonstrate credibility with our legal expertise, securing your freedom to operate without limits.

Cybercrime & Digital Security Legal Response

Protect your business from the legal consequences of cyberattacks, data breaches, and ransomware threats. We provide rapid-response advisory, risk audits, and long-term compliance strategies tailored to your digital infrastructure.

Data Privacy, Protection & Human Rights Law

Ensure your organisation meets the highest standards in data protection. We provide GDPR compliance services, ethical AI/data audits, and human rights due diligence for tech applications.

AI & Algorithmic Governance Legal Advisory

Stay ahead of the regulatory curve with future-focused legal guidance on artificial intelligence, algorithmic governance, and tech innovation strategies. Ideal for startups, scaleups, and R&D leaders.

Blockchain & Crypto Regulatory Compliance

Navigate the fast-evolving world of digital currencies and decentralised technologies. We advise on token offerings, crypto exchanges, smart contracts, and cross-border compliance to keep your blockchain initiatives legally secure.

DeFi & Web3 Legal Strategy

From decentralised finance to DAO structures, we offer cutting-edge legal support for resolving disputes, managing liability, and designing governance frameworks in the Web3 ecosystem.

Digital Assets, NFT and Metaverse Legal Protection

Secure your digital creations and innovations. Our advisory covers NFTs, metaverse assets, and proprietary tech, ensuring robust intellectual property rights and enforcement mechanisms.

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Access to Finance (Coming Soon)

Do you have a game-changing idea or a valuable asset? Big Innovation Centre can offer a range of digital finance and tokenisation advisory services to assist businesses in accessing the finance they need to grow and succeed.

Get Listed on an Exchange - Crypto and Digital Assets (Coming Soon)

Big Innovation Centre provides expert guidance to businesses seeking to list their crypto and digital assets on leading exchanges. Our in-depth industry knowledge allows businesses to navigate the complex listing process to ensure their assets are listed.

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Compliance

ESG (environmental, social, and governance) compliance has become mandatory for emerging technology organisations. We offer expert ESG compliance services for organisations to align with their ESG criteria. Our ESG solutions cover various issues, such as climate change / sustainability, labour practices, human rights, business ethics, innovation strategy, and other non-financial factors.

Flavia Kenyon

Head of Legal – Emerging Technologies
Big Innovation Centre

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Meet Our Head of Legal

Headed by Barrister Flavia Kenyon, a distinguished expert in emerging technology law, Big Innovation Centre’s London-based legal advisory services offers deep expertise in cybercrime, blockchain, AI, and data privacy. Flavia has represented high-profile clients across multiple jurisdictions, contributed to government and parliamentary consultations, and is widely recognised for aligning legal frameworks with ethical digital transformation. With us, you receive trusted, strategic guidance to navigate complex legal, regulatory, and compliance challenges with confidence.

Future-proof Your Freedom to Operate

Why choose us?

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World-Class Expertise

Headed by London-based Barrister Flavia Kenyon, a recognised expert in emerging tech law, we provide world-class legal guidance on cybercrime, blockchain, AI, and data privacy. Flavia’s international experience and policy/regulatory insight ensure trusted, strategic support tailored to complex legal and compliance challenges in a fast-paced, ever-evolving world.

Your Legal Playbook for Emerging Tech Success

We deliver practical legal playbooks that align IP and regulatory protection with your commercial strategy—maximising your freedom to operate, scale, and innovate confidently across emerging technologies.

Cross-Industry and Jurisdictional Insights

We have experience in emerging technology innovation and adoption across industries, jurisdictions, and international compliance.

Expert Knowledge Transfer & Your Legal Counsel

We provide knowledge transfer to upskill professionals and organisations through our consultancy services, collaborative conversations, and practical playbooks. By working together, we ensure you gain the understanding and tools needed to confidently support yourselves going forward. Additionally, we can act as your legal counsel on a long-term basis to provide ongoing support.

Invest in Your Success

Our proven track record endures the test of time

“BAE Systems has found membership of the Big Innovation Centre stimulating and useful, offering important insights about how to approach open innovation […] while giving opportunities to strengthen our own network.”
2015

“I have only been part of the Advisory Board for 12 months and it is really great to see the agenda being driven by the Big Innovation Centre. The conversations that we have seen with all the experts have really been insightful, and it’s great to have the willingness of sharing within the industry".
2022

“We at EDF Energy significantly value our association with The Big Innovation Centre. Membership has demonstrated the value of open innovation in the energy sector.”
2013

"As I said when Barclays first joined Big Innovation Centre, I want to put innovation right back at the heart of our business for the benefits of our customers.
2013

“Google values the Big Innovation Centre network enormously and the opportunities it creates to meet other businesses and innovators. “It’s a great space to learn about new ideas and to collaborate on some of the biggest challenges we face together.”
2013

“We need a financial system that is capable of delivering patient capital – capital that isn’t seeking short-term returns, the sort of thing that the Big Innovation Centre’s Entrepreneurial Finance Hub is seeking to create.”
2015

“The work of the Centre has clearly influenced government thinking on innovation and several of the member partners have formed innovation partnerships that otherwise would not have occurred”.
2013

“GSK welcomes the open innovation approach developed by the Big Innovation Centre, which has opened doors and released enormous energy and potential.”
2013

“At EDF Energy and EDF Group more generally we have a long and enduring commitment to research and innovation .. I am convinced that the work of Big Innovation Centre will provide a great boost to innovation in the UK”.
2016

"The Big Innovation Centre as ever is tackling a big issue in an innovative and engaging way. The debate over the use and regulation of Face and Emotion Recognition and its implications and consequences is crucial.”
2020

“I want to congratulate the APPG team for doing such fantastic work not just this year where we translated everything online (Covid) but also in the last four years. We are very proud to have been with the APPG since the beginning since its birth and we've witnessed so many achievements”.
2020

“I’m confident that with the help of APPG Blockchain, the UK government can develop a strong foundation upon which blockchain and DLT innovation is supported and not hindered by long-established laws, many of which were established long before electricity was even a concept, let alone blockchain!”
2022

The speakers at APPG AI events have been of the highest quality – the developers, businesses and policymakers creating the innovation that hits the news months later. Big Innovation Centre’s network has provided early education to parliamentarians and all those attending public hearings.
2023

"We are building the ecosystem for growth. Understanding the intersection of innovation, market adoption, and regulatory compliance begins with sharing experiences".
2023

“Today the UK energy sector is facing huge changes in customer expectations. We’re also facing changes in how that energy is generated, transported, stored and managed. That makes it an exciting time and one that means that we need innovation.".
2015

“GSK is eager to take the opportunity to help UK break through innovation barriers as a part of the Big Innovation Centre’s vibrant research and evidence-driven approach.”
2011

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

Why does my business need legal protection against cybercrime and digital threats?

Cyberattacks and data breaches carry serious legal, financial, and reputational risks. Our services helps you respond swiftly, stay compliant, and strengthen your long-term security posture.

What are my legal obligations under data protection laws like GDPR?

If you handle personal data, you’re legally required to comply with privacy laws such as GDPR. We provide compliance audits, guidance on ethical data use, and legal frameworks for AI and data applications.

How do we ensure our DeFi or Web3 project is legally sound?

DeFi projects and DAOs face unique risks around governance, liability, and regulatory uncertainty. We guide you in designing compliant structures and resolving disputes in decentralised environments.

How can we stay compliant while developing and deploying AI systems?

AI is increasingly subject to regulation around transparency, fairness, and accountability. We help you navigate evolving AI governance rules and build compliance into your innovation pipeline.

What legal challenges should I consider before launching a blockchain or crypto project?

You must address token classifications, financial regulations, KYC/AML requirements, and smart contract enforceability. We offer end-to-end legal support across jurisdictions.

Do digital assets like NFTs or virtual property need IP protection?

Yes—digital creations are valuable and vulnerable. We advise on securing intellectual property rights, enforcing ownership, and managing legal risks in the metaverse and beyond..

Expert Consultancy for Innovative Businesses

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