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The global investigation maze: Key takeaways from Singapore

Building on insights from previous discussions on anti-corruption and anti-money laundering compliance, this session focused on the challenges of navigating investigations that span borders, regulatory regimes and stakeholder groups.

The Residential Tenancy (Jersey) Law

The main aim of the RTL is to develop fair, transparent and well-regulated tenancy agreements

Taking security in Bermuda

Security over assets located outside Bermuda is frequently governed by the law of the jurisdiction where the asset is situated,

Continuing Obligations of British Virgin Islands Approved Managers

An Approved Manager must not carry on any business other than the relevant business permitted under the Approved Managers Regulations

Fire and rehire: The UK Government postpones new protections to March 2027 and publishes related consultation/response to consultation

Under the new fire and rehire measures coming into force, certain types of amendments to contracts of employment are referred to as 'restricted variations'

CP173: Central Bank Consults on New Third-Party Risk Guidance to Replace its Outsourcing Guidance

The expectation that the board of directors approves the outsourcing policy at least annually.

Transfer by way of continuation into the Cayman Islands – Exempted Companies

If the proposed name is unacceptable it will have to be changed within 60 days of registration.

Cayman Islands new AML Rule and new Sanctions Rule — practical guide for the insurance sector

CIMA nevertheless expects insurers and reinsurers not conducting relevant financial business to have policies and procedures in place to prevent money laundering

Significant changes to harassment law in the UK from 30 October 2026

Employers are expected to adopt a proactive approach.

The Government consults on employment status reform and protections for the self-employed in the UK

The Government has stated that "more needs to be done to support the genuinely self-employed".

BVI investment into expanding court facilities welcomed

The investment was approved by the Cabinet of the British Virgin Islands in August.

Private Credit: growing regulatory concerns and the risks for financial institutions

Private credit has grown into a major source of financing, but its rapid expansion has attracted increasing regulatory scrutiny.

Singapore business updates | 3Q 2026

Our quarterly Singapore bulletin of business updates provides a snapshot of key market and regulatory developments announced, taking place, or otherwise continuing.

German court reinforces binding nature of parental leave requests

The court further held that the loss of entitlement to parental allowance, in itself, is insufficient to establish the particular hardship ground of severe financial distress.

Saudi consultation proposes data protection reform

The proposed requirement that controllers "store Personal Data within the Kingdom" is one of the most consequential amendments in the consultation.

From filing to disclosure: What the BVI’s revised financial return regime means for companies and limited partnerships

The stated reason is the BVI's commitments to the Global Forum on Tax Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes.

Ireland Implements New Rules Regarding Third-Party Access to Beneficial Ownership Registers

The Regulations amend the regimes for companies and trusts only.

Bank of America AML failures offer lessons to UK banks

US authorities recently announced coordinated action

CIMA AML Desk-Based Reviews Begin in October 2026

The announcement provides useful insight into how CIMA intends to supervise compliance

Saudi Capital Market Authority consults on how firms serve Saudi clients abroad

Chowdhry said the proposals would be particularly relevant for capital market institutions in the Kingdom that offer clients access to international markets

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