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Harneys advises on landmark transaction for REVA Corporation

This landmark transaction marked the first time a Japanese manager successfully admitted international institutional investors into their initial funds.

Fund finance: Irish funds and third-party security

One rule that consistently comes into play in fund finance transactions is the prohibition on QIAIFs from giving guarantees or providing security for the obligations of any third party other than itself or its wholly owned subsidiaries.

Harneys advises Cuprina Holdings (Cayman) Ltd. on NASDAQ listing

The shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the ticker symbol "CUPR."

Strategic employment advice: the key to successful integration post-acquisition

With value creation and a return on investment being a priority, it pays to focus on, and invest in, an organisation's most valuable asset – its people.

K&L Gates Advises Dash Living on Majority Investment of up to US$150 Million by Hillhouse Investment's Rava Partners

The investment marks a significant milestone in Dash Living’s ongoing expansion across the Asia-Pacific region and supports its strategic transformation into a fully integrated living sector asset management platform.

Delaware Law Alert: A Step-by-Step Approach for Boards Evaluating Conflicted Director, Officer, and Controlling Stockholder Transactions Under the Amended Delaware Corporation Law

This Legal Update summarizes the amendments to DGCL §144, focusing on the step-by-step process boards may use to evaluate and structure conflicted transactions under the new framework.

Herbert Smith Freehills advises Yokoy on acquisition by TravelPerk

Yokoy, established in Switzerland in 2019

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

The team are pleased to present the use cases selected for the 3rd cohort of sandbox dialogues.

Kirkland Advises Sunfire on Conversion into European Stock Corporation (SE)

The conversion also comprised the set-up of new governance structures in light of a diverse international shareholder base and introduced voluntary employee representation on the Supervisory Board.

Herbert Smith Freehills advises international lender syndicate on a A$750 million green portfolio financing for ACEN Australia’s clean energy projects

This transaction exemplifies ACEN Australia's commitment to leading Australia's energy transition

When authorities come knocking: Raids in Singapore and why preparation is key

Whether it takes place at a home or in an office, the impact is immediate.

Linklaters advises the PRC government on inaugural RMB-denominated green sovereign bonds issuance

These green bonds are issued under the People’s Republic of China Sovereign Green Bond Framework

Cayman Islands Grand Court clarifies grounds for validation orders following presentation of a winding up petition

This decision has clarified when both specific and general validation orders may be granted by the court during the twilight period between the presentation of a winding up petition and its determination.

Simmons advises Element Six on Bosch quantum sensing joint venture

Simmons have advised Element Six, a global leader in synthetic diamond and advanced material solutions, on its strategic joint venture with Robert Bosch

Linklaters acts as legal counsel on behalf of the joint lead managers on the European Investment Bank’s record-breaking €3bn European Green Bond

This landmark transaction marks the largest EuGB bond issued to date and is the first EuGB issuance by a supranational institution, representing a significant step in furtherance of the EU’s sustainability objectives.

Linklaters advises Greenko on its US$1bn high yield bond issuance

Linklaters’ capital markets practice offers clients cutting-edge expertise across the whole range of capital markets products combined with in-depth local market knowledge.

Mayer Brown advises Pareto Securities on first-ever non-bank borrowing base

It also offers a pathway for a new class of creditor to invest in these asset backed financings.

Clifford Chance advises Tikehau Capital on its liability management operation

Tikehau Capital issued new bonds for an amount of €500 million maturing in April 2031 and with an annual fixed coupon of 4.250%.

White & Case advises banks on Republic of Côte d'Ivoire's US$2.1 billion bond issuances and tender offer, including inaugural issuance in West African CFA francs

The 2028 bonds are the first-ever CFAF-denominated bonds issued by a sovereign on the international markets.

Mayer Brown advises Argos Wityu on its acquisition of a stake in Hexvia

Argos Wityu acquires Hexvia alongside Bpifrance, from Siparex, BPM Group and other minority financial investors.

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