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Ogier Global obtains CSSF licence to expand European fund administration offering

With the newly acquired CSSF licence, Ogier Global is equipped to provide an expanded suite of fund administration solutions to its global clientele.

Bird & Bird and OXYGY announce together with the European Commission and Warren Brandeis the publication of the best practices report 2024

Further best practices reports for the second and third cohorts will be published following the completion of each of the cohorts

Ruling in Hong Kong SAR confirms arbitral interim measures not subject to appeal

The Court confirmed that such an arbitral decision was not an ‘award’ within the meaning of the Ordinance

UK seaman visa guidance gives clarity to offshore employers

“It would be best to correct practices now even if possible mistakes have been made in the past,” said Gravelle.

Indefinite storage of customer data can lead to GDPR fines

The online retailer had come to the authority’s attention after a customer complaint.

UK copyright law: the basics

Copyright is a hugely complex area of law which gives territorial rights on a country by country basis which are recognised globally through a series of international treaties.

Access to beneficial owner information of companies registered in Jersey is changing

This information is not currently publicly available, although it is accessible by regulatory and law enforcement bodies.

Irish fund management companies must respond to Central Bank liquidity management survey

It is the responsibility of each individual FMC to put processes in place to ensure the questionnaire is properly completed and returned.

EBA outsourcing guidelines under DORA review

DORA was written into EU law in late 2022 but it does not apply until 17 January 2025.

Deepfakes and online scams: navigating legal issues in Hong Kong and Singapore

Scam and cybercrime cases in Singapore surged by nearly 50% in 2023

Bird & Bird and OXYGY announce together with the European Commission 20 use cases selected for second cohort of European Blockchain Sandbox

Once the matching process for the second group of 20 use cases is completed, the confidential regulatory dialogues will begin.

A parental child abduction from Hong Kong to England

During the proceedings, all three of the children were consistent in saying that they found their educational routine in HK

HKIAC’s new rules addressing diversity and the environment a welcome step

According to the rules, the HKIAC will also have new powers in relation to the determination, review and adjustment of arbitrators’ fees and expenses.

Navigating the de-banking pain

The Treasury Committee reported in February that more than 140,000 business accounts had been closed by major banks.

Norton Rose Fulbright enhances global investigations practice with 12-lawyer team

Companies and their executives across many industries face heightened litigation risk amid increased regulatory scrutiny, and clients look to Norton Rose

Outsourced Support for Effectively Navigating ELTIF 2.0

On the investor side, putting funds into ELTIF structures should be that much simpler, particularly for high-net-worth investors.

Bankruptcy & Restructuring - Planning for Failure

A failure to recognise and act upon early signs of distress turned what might have been a controlled descent into a freefall.

Charity Commission guidance on UK elections

Charities must not assist candidates with their election campaigns

Cayman Islands Anti-Money Laundering Surveys for Financial Service Providers 2024

The AML surveys assist CIMA in the exercise of its functions, including the collection of AML / CFT / CPF and sanctions data from FSPs.

Key Advantages of Using Cayman Islands Exempted Companies

There are no exchange control regulations or currency restrictions in the Cayman Islands

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