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ECCTA Update

The latest phase relates to the introduction of ID verification for directors.

Landmark Ruling on Shareholders’ Misrepresentation Claims in Company Liquidations: The Houldsworth Rule Modified for the Cayman Islands

The rule in Houldsworth will therefore apply in the modified form which Segal J explained in Direct Lending in relation to liquidations of Cayman Islands companies

The Singapore Restructuring and Insolvency Protocol – a cost and time efficient alternative for arbitrating insolvency disputes

It enables Insolvency Practitioners, who might otherwise face lengthy and expensive legal proceedings in national courts

FCA criticises how firms manage risks

Firms must understand the risks that apply to their business and have robust financial crime systems and controls to manage those risks.

Navigating stand down orders for Australian insolvency practitioners

Another consideration is whether the employees can be redeployed or reassigned

Britain’s Policy Cul-de-sac: How Orthodoxy Became the Enemy of Growth

A balanced, growth-friendly policy framework would strengthen Britain’s position as a global financial hub, signalling to investors that stability and ambition can coexist.

Cayman Companies Act: key changes coming into force January 2026

This requirement applies regardless of whether the company is solvent or insolvent.

Central Bank of Ireland fines crypto firm Coinbase Europe €21.5m for anti-money laundering breaches

The sanctions relate to failures to uphold anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing monitoring obligations over a twelve-month period.

Understanding child relocation in Hong Kong: 8 key takeaways from the Chambers Child Relocation 2025 Global Practice Guide

The family court will generally strive to ensure siblings remain together

Regulatory enforcement may have eased, but banks still face multifaceted complexity and strategic challenges

The ninth annual Global Bank Review, called 'Innovating amid Turbulence', explores how banks and financial institutions are adapting to these challenges and seizing new opportunities.

In The Matter of BJB Career Education Company Limited (In Provisional Liquidation) – when can Cayman Islands provisional liquidators seek their own release and discharge from their appointment?

It was further stated that, prior to the JPLs' release from their appointment, shareholders and creditors should be given ample opportunity to raise any objections.

Guernsey's new housing legislation

This new legislation implements housing standards and regulation for the private residential sector

Guide to Banking and Finance in the Cayman Islands 2025

The Cayman Islands continues to be a jurisdiction of choice for the establishment of investment funds and other corporate vehicles

GFSC response to Providence Court of Appeal judgment

This case relates to a fraudulent Ponzi scheme operated by Providence in the mid-2010s.

Bank of England modifies plans for UK stablecoin regulation

The consultation will run until 10 February 2026.

Insurance warning for companies over ‘forever chemicals’ liabilities

“Regulation of PFAS in the UK is limited compared with some other jurisdictions, but that looks likely to change in the coming years.”

Guernsey States Finalise 2026 Budget with Key Fiscal Adjustments

Among the most significant outcomes is the decision to retain the current level of mortgage interest tax relief, a departure from the original proposal to reduce it.

Draft SFDR 2.0: change is on the horizon

It is widely expected that the European Commission will issue its formal publication of the proposals for the revision of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) on 19 November 2025.

Qatar mandates regular online price updates in push for market transparency

Businesses should treat this as an opportunity to enhance operational credibility in the Qatari market.

CalPrivacy Votes to Advance Three Legislative Proposals Impacting CCPA Compliance

Businesses should monitor these proposals closely and prepare for more robust internal reporting protocols and expanded data request handling capabilities.

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