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UK crypto firm fine highlights regulatory agreement breach perils, say experts

Jonathan Cavill and Sébastien Ferrière of Pinsent Masons were commenting after the FCA fined CB Payments Limited (CBPL) more than £3.5 million.

UK litigation funding bill delayed until summer 2025 at the earliest

Lord Ponsonby, parliamentary under-secretary for the Ministry of Justice, confirmed the position in a recent answer to a question posed in the House of Lords.

Private Capital – Moving into Calmer Waters?

Small-state IFCs continue to play a pivotal role in attracting a large share of private capital cross-border business due to implementing several strategic measures

An introduction to the Cayman AML/CFT/CPF regime

Failure to comply with the requirements of Sections 2B or 2C of the PFPA is an offence

Update on changes to the beneficial ownership regime in the Cayman Islands

Many Legal Persons that were previously out of scope or exempt will now need to identify their registrable beneficial owners

Universities face uncertainty as ‘freedom of speech’ act put on hold

Once the Act is in force, higher education institutions (HEIs) in England will face increased obligations

Queensland case underscores regulators’ powers in work health and safety investigations

Inspectors are free to seize any information they can while investigating suspected safety breaches.

Antecedent Transactions in the BVI and Cayman Islands: a beginner's guide

This guide examines what transacting parties need to know about the potential implications antecedent transactions may have on doing business with BVI and Cayman Islands companies.

Lawyers Warn Trustees to Review Investment Plans in Light of New VAT on Private School Fees

Trusts will need to account for the additional 20% VAT on school fees

New Cyber Security Bill to be brought before Australian parliament

The Bill is part of a suite of proposed reforms aimed at modernising the law for a digital age

Deathbed gifts dramatically change the effect of a will in England & Wales – justice or abuse?

Mr Rahman's case clarifies how the deathbed gift doctrine operates in the modern age.

UK life sciences investment at stake as NHS reimbursement grumbles grow

In England, NICE is responsible for negotiating agreements with life sciences companies

Zero-hour contract ban proposals require businesses to rethink workforce strategies

It is therefore important for factors impacting the higher education, tech, and various other sectors to be considered before a blanket ban on zero-hour contracts is given the go ahead.

ESMA vision for SFDR and sustainable finance in the EU set

ESMA would seek to require firms to disclose similar metrics on transition activities, such as the relevant share of revenue and capital expenditure.

Businesses to benefit from loosening of Dutch pledging prohibitions

Any notification to a debtor of the transfer or pledging of a claim must be done in writing, other than in respect of these excluded categories of claim.

South African company law updated

The amendments will update the Companies Act 2008 when they take effect – a date still to be prescribed by South Africa’s president, Cyril Ramaphosa, in the Government Gazette.

Enhanced Cayman Islands beneficial ownership transparency regime now in force

The BOT Act reflects a restatement and enhancement of Cayman's beneficial ownership regime.

‘Failure to prevent bribery’ offence will soon take effect in Australia

Implementing appropriate compliance programs will be critical to establishing the ’adequate procedures’ defence in the event of a prosecution for the new corporate offence.

Dubai introduces new law on the taxation of foreign banks

Dubai's new tax law for foreign bank branches eases concerns over higher taxes after UAE Corporate Tax intro.

Bosses urged to place workplace health and safety ‘on equal footing’ among business priorities

Guidance produced by the HSE and the Institute of Directors on effective leadership of workplace health and safety is also highlighted.

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