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NSW safety regulator halts redundancy process because of psychosocial safety

The University of Technology Sydney was forced to halt its redundancy process after SafeWork NSW issued a prohibition notice

Bermuda’s blockchain edge: redefining global digital asset regulation

Bermuda is becoming the go-to jurisdiction for projects seeking clarity and regulatory robustness today.

Business Property Relief is changing, here’s what you can do

This article focuses on the main changes to the BPR regime to take effect from 6 April 2026

Recent decision ‘reinforces UAE’s position as an arbitration-friendly jurisdiction’

The General Assembly examined whether the absence of signatures on some pages affects the validity and enforceability of the award.

EU ad tech fine could trigger US trade response

Google has 60 days – until early November – to inform the Commission how it plans to comply with its order.

Alternative investment fund managers face rulebook update in Ireland

A further change proposed would impact arrangements concerning the temporary holding of assets, known as warehousing.

Linklaters has advised on the first-ever yuan-denominated bond issued by a Central Asian issuer

This transaction marks the first-ever RMB-denominated bond issued by a Central Asian issuer. It is also the largest issuance in RMB in the CIS countries so far.

Japanese Government to Tighten Requirements for Business Manager Work Permit

The new rules, which take effect in mid-October 2025, will make the eligibility criteria significantly stricter.

Central Bank Proposes Enhancements to Ireland’s Alternative Investment Fund Regime

The reforms are designed to modernise and streamline the regulatory landscape to ensure that Ireland remains an attractive and competitive jurisdiction for AIF sponsors and investors.

Aspiring solicitors encouraged to apply to our Guernsey SQE Trainee Programme

The fixed-term programme will begin in September 2026 in our Guernsey office.

New CSP Regulatory Framework – Raising the Bar on AML Compliance

These new laws mark a significant step in Singapore’s ongoing efforts to enhance its AML/CFT regime

UK workers fear retirement shortfall and seek government action

Respondents were also asked about different elements of pensions provision.

Narrow Approach To Setting Aside Ex Parte Orders For The Enforcement Of Foreign Arbitral Awards

The Court of Appeal’s approach demonstrates a judicial philosophy firmly oriented towards practical just outcomes rather than procedural perfectionism.

Anti-takeover protections employed by listed Cayman Islands companies

The flexibility of the articles of a Cayman Islands company, and the Cayman Islands Companies Act itself, provide the framework within which to implement a wide range of anti-takeover devices

International estate planning for art collectors – a Singapore perspective

In contrast to physical artworks, where ownership is typically proven through provenance records and contracts, the digital art world has embraced technology to establish alternative models of ownership

Central Bank Maps Modern Path for Private Funds in Ireland

The restrictive requirements on QIAIFs investing through subsidiary vehicles will be removed

CIETAC issues AI guidelines in APAC first

CIETAC’s guidelines mark the latest efforts by international arbitral institutions to offer guidance and risk mitigation measures for AI use in their proceedings.

FCA: AI providers could face UK financial services regulation

The CTP regime formally came into effect in UK law on 1 January 2025 but has not yet been implemented in practice.

Serie A's new collective bargaining agreement: what football clubs and players need to know

The new CBA strengthens the framework on contractual breaches, without, however, revolutionising it.

EU law and sports arbitration: lessons from the CJEU’s Seraing ruling

The CJEU also held that it not strictly necessary for a direct legal remedy to be available within the EU.

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