Louis Athmann

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Louis Athmann

Articles by Louis Athmann.

OpenAI Restructuring

Since the recently expanded partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI was announced in late 2025, one question loomed large: how did a research lab founded on idealism become the engine of one of the most valuable AI companies in the world? The answer lies in a story of ambition, innovation, cost escalation, and structural transformation, all anchored in a bold mission.

Read Article 2026-09-24

Preventive Restructuring Under Directive (EU) 2019/1023

This Mentored Paper, written by Louis Athmann and Simone Colavecchia under the guidance of Professor Gaboardi, examines the implementation of the 2019 EU Restructuring Directive across the European Union, with particular emphasis on the German and Italian legal systems. It aims to provide a clear account of the Directive’s legal framework and the challenges arising from its practical application.

Read Article 2026-09-24