Mayer Brown’s Philip Recht on AI Hubs, Data Centers, and Policy in 2026
Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres
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Show Notes
In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Philip Recht, Partner at Mayer Brown LLP, about takeaways from the Milken Institute Middle East & Africa Summit in Abu Dhabi, the Gulf’s rapid push into AI and data centers, and the legal and regulatory issues shaping global investment—from trade and national security to energy, critical minerals, and AI governance. Big thank you to Milken Institute!
About Philip Recht
Co-leader of the firm’s Public Policy, Regulatory & Government Affairs practice and former managing partner of the firm’s Los Angeles office (2009-21), Phil Recht represents clients in legislative, regulatory, enforcement and litigation matters before and involving federal, state and local governments.Co-leader of the firm’s Public Policy, Regulatory & Government Affairs practice and former managing partner of the firm’s Los Angeles office (2009-21), Phil Recht represents clients in legislative, regulatory, enforcement and litigation matters before and involving federal, state and local governments.
About Mayer Brown LLP
Mayer Brown is a leading international law firm, positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes.
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