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Competition Commission turns spotlight on South Africa's franchise sector

Franchising is a substantial component of the South African economy

DMCC and DIFC Courts expand partnership to strengthen dispute resolution framework

The MoU, which builds on an already decade-long partnership between the two institutions, will strengthen the DIFC Courts position as an accessible forum of choice

Code to regulate trade union workplace access finalised

A statutory right of access for trade unions to workplaces in Britain is provided for under the Employment Rights Act

Deepening Singapore's role as a risk management hub – Singapore's proposed Protected Cell Company structure

MAS observes that the effort and costs to do so can deter the broader adoption of solutions that would support better risk management and protection.

Navigating cross-border art transactions: legal and tax insights for collectors

As the global art market becomes more regulated, collectors must stay informed and proactive.

‘Fundamental’ changes to how Australian care workers are classified and paid on way

Overtime rules for part-time and casual employees have also been updated.

Beyond Residency by Investment: a Pathway to British citizenship

The Certificate of Permanent Residence provides the holder (and any qualifying dependants) with an initial 10-year grant to reside in the Cayman Islands

The Privy Council Provides Clarity to the Global Business Industry: Interest Exemptions Upheld in Mauritius

This judgment has significant implications for companies operating under the Mauritius harmonised fiscal regime

FCA tells banks to improve access to basic bank accounts

The FCA say UK Finance will also lead a sector wide review process – with review to see if milestones are being met at the 6 month and 12 month stages – following each a summary of progress

Businesses should act as EU and UK deforestation rules loom

Implementation of the EUDR was delayed for two years amidst concern from industry and lawmakers about the regulatory burdens it would introduce on businesses.

Businesses must prepare for tougher audits this autumn

The enhanced powers granted to the registrar reinforce the need for robust governance, accurate record keeping and effective verification processes.

What new rules for agentic AI in payments might look like

A new regulated category covering the role of a PSP in agentic payment initiation could also emerge, to help determine responsibility within the regulatory framework.

DLA Piper International supports Thailand’s carbon pricing transition under UK PACT

The work has been informed by technical workshops and consultations with Thai government agencies

SEC proposals suggest forthcoming changes for the foreign private issuer regime

This suggests that the SEC is likely to propose changes to the definition of “foreign private issuer” in the near- to medium-term.

The reform of Italian football: initial remarks on the latest draft bill

The Draft Bill also proposes a series of measures aimed at regulating the domestic transfer market

UK businesses face higher risks under extension to corporate criminal liability rules

The challenge now for those in compliance roles is to secure management time and immediate budget to address the increased corporate risk.

FCA probe secures £31.7 million payout for WealthTek clients

The FCA identified that CACEIS UK had failed on three separate occasions to take “sufficient action” on learning that WealthTek was not authorised on the Financial Services Register to hold certain client assets

Securities investment business in the Cayman Islands

The SIB Act applies to any Cayman Islands companies and partnerships

SFDR Impact Series 2026: ESG Ratings Regulation – A Manager’s Perspective when Distributing Funds

The Regulation forms part of the EU’s broader sustainable finance framework.

Largest law firm merger in history creates Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

The combination creates a new force in the legal market

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