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A&O Shearman advised ASML on its strategic partnership with Mistral AI

A&O Shearman advised ASML on its strategic partnership with Mistral AI

A&O Shearman advised leading semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML Holding NV (ASML) on their strategic partnership with Mistral AI and their EUR1.3 billion investment in Mistral AI’s Series C funding round as lead investor.

The A&O Shearman team was led by partners Anne-Caroline Payelle and Tim Stevens and senior associate Jort de Groodt, with support from counsel Julie Parent and associates Caspar Roijers, Marie Kempf, Yahn van Kalck, and Niki van Douwe. Specialist advice on digital, data, intellectual property and technology matters was provided by Paris-based partner Laurie-Anne Ancenys, associate Chama Laraki, and counsel Nicole Wolters Ruckert, with further support from across the Intellectual Property, Corporate M&A, Antitrust and CFIUS, Compliance, Employment, Tax, and Real Estate practices.

“This transaction highlights A&O Shearman’s deep technology sector expertise, combined with a strong understanding of our clients’ businesses and the AI-driven dynamics at play. We are proud to have supported ASML on this flagship transaction and to accompany a client at the forefront of global innovation.”

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