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Extension of date for filling a BVI annual financial return

This extension does not automatically apply to entities with a year-end date that is not 31 December.

US president Trump promises ‘reciprocal tariffs’ to VAT

Kotsonis said businesses now find themselves operating in a period of highted tensions in international trade.

Employee monitoring - how employers can get it right

But employee monitoring can also extend to other things, including, for example, camera surveillance, access controls, and key stroke monitoring.

Vexatious, unfounded or excessive subject access requests – how to spot them and what to do

Under the Law, employees are considered data subjects, employers are data controllers

Australian senate passes hydrogen production tax incentive

The report said that the bill “is a critical initiative to ensure Australian industry and workers benefit from the industrial transition

Ruling approving construction claim amendments provides lessons for businesses

Companies must ensure thorough due diligence in their operations and transactions to avoid any grounds for allegations of fraud.

Jersey structures for tokenisation of real world assets

The experience was mixed, with some high-profile failures denting market (and regulator) confidence in tokenisation generally.

Compliance with Bermuda’s Privacy Laws by Fund Entities

Many Funds have asked if, and to what extent, Bermuda’s privacy laws will apply to them.

Commercial leasing: businesses setting up in Saudi Arabia must be aware of key rules

Another difference is that foreign ownership and leasing rights in Saudi Arabia are generally subject to certain restrictions and requirements.

Pension schemes should adapt to Ombudsman’s operational changes

There are important factors to consider here.

Planning for the Regulation and Enforcement of Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Advanced Technologies In 2025

Organizations that succeed will be those with proactive and forward-thinking legal departments, aligning with their technological and marketing advancements.

Clarity on merger rules in South Africa for ‘internal restructuring’

Firstly, the commission will look at whether the proposed restructuring results in a change or acquisition of control

How landlords can be proactive in Irish lease renewal rights

The Irish Circuit Court ruled in favour of the tenant

States Eye New Earned Wage Access Regulations

Mr. Moran commented on how a proposed bill in New York would affect EWA providers

Australian HR and employment topics to prepare for in 2025

Employers were also warned that intentional failures to pay wages, superannuation and other benefits can now result in criminal charges.

Unclaimed investor money guidance

Unclaimed investor money is 'money, comprising income or capital distributable to its investors by a CIS

Appleby receives approval for further expansion in China – Shenzhen Office

The Appleby Shenzhen office will be the law firm’s 11th office worldwide

Trustee Decision-Making and the Role of the Court: 'Blessing' Applications

This Guide provides an overview of 'blessing' applications and how and when a trustee may obtain the court's assistance.

Cayman Islands enhances regulatory framework for virtual assets

These updates are designed to align Cayman Islands regulations with global standards, bolster consumer protection and ensure healthy oversight of the virtual asset sector in the Cayman Islands.

New Beneficial Ownership Obligations on BVI Trustees

Trustees must update beneficial ownership information within 30 days

Government Regulation