04/10/2025
Australia: Three wins in a row - Active Super to pay $10.5 million penalty in ASIC’s third greenwashing action
Following the decision on liability, the Court held that the appropriate penalty amount was $10.5 million.
Legal Advice
04/10/2025
Norton Rose Fulbright advises Aegon Growth Capital Fund on sale of shares in Phinance
Aegon Growth Capital Fund is a venture fund focused on investments in growing financial services companies across Europe.
04/10/2025
Linklaters advises Macquarie Asset Management on the sale of its remaining interest in East Anglia One offshore wind farm to Octopus Energy
EA1 is among the world’s largest operational wind farms and is capable of supplying 700,000 homes annually with green energy.
04/09/2025
Cayman Grand Court orders liquidations of failed crypto companies to be subject to Court supervision on grounds of improved efficacy, expedition and economy
The Group began facing regulatory challenges around mid-2020, with the Ontario Securities Commission investigating its promotion and sale of the AXIA Coin.
04/09/2025
UK health data initiative ‘has parallels’ with European health data space
In the EU, the EHDS regulation entered into force last month, providing for, among other things, ‘secondary use’ of health data by researchers under strict conditions and for defined purposes.
04/09/2025
Caribbean Regulatory Update – Q2 2025
This Regulatory Update provides a snapshot of the key legal developments in the BVI and the Cayman Islands over the last quarter
04/09/2025
Linklaters advises Macquarie Asset Management on the sale of its remaining interest in East Anglia One offshore wind farm to Octopus Energy
EA1 is among the world’s largest operational wind farms and is capable of supplying 700,000 homes annually with green energy.
04/09/2025
Herbert Smith Freehills advises Adamantem Capital on its acquisition of Mason Stevens
This transaction will allow Adamantem to accelerate its growth plans and capitalise on Australia’s expanding high-net-worth sector, leveraging Mason Steven’ scalable digital platform and unique value proposition.
04/09/2025
Cayman Regulatory Update – Q2 2025
This Regulatory Update provides a snapshot of the key legal developments in the Cayman Islands over the last quarter
04/09/2025
HSF advises The Carlyle Group Inc. on acquisition of Waste Services Group
The transaction was complex, with a bespoke acquisition, financing and co-ownership structure. Livingbridge will retain a significant minority stake in WSG.
04/08/2025
Carey Olsen advises Appian Capital on US$420 million Brazilian copper mine sale
The sale of MVV to Baiyin in this all-cash transaction marks Appian's 13th successful exit from a project, reinforcing its strength in identifying, acquiring and optimising undervalued mining projects.
04/08/2025
Withers and Bentleys launch international association
The association will see Withers and Bentleys collaborating to offer clients legal and accounting advice on their business, personal and charitable affairs.
04/08/2025
A$14 billion in green hydrogen incentives subject to Australia election results
The Hydrogen Headstart Program (HHP), announced in last year’s budget, which provides revenue support for large-scale renewable hydrogen projects.
04/08/2025
South Africa powerline erection case sees temporary victory for landowners
The case pits private property rights against the state’s push to expand the nation’s electricity infrastructure, raising thorny questions about due process, public participation, and the balance between individual and national interests.
04/08/2025
MEPs endorse delay to sustainability due diligence and reporting rules
That move was prompted amidst concerns about the relative compliance burdens the legislation introduces and their effect on EU competitiveness.
04/08/2025
Carey Olsen advises Northcote Equity on close of debut fund at £160 million
Fund I will target long-term, control investments in companies in the technology and business services sectors.
04/08/2025
Appleby Advises Shimao Group Holdings Limited in Landmark USD11.5 Billion Offshore Debt Restructuring
This restructuring further highlights Appleby’s expertise in managing complex restructuring cases for its clients, building on the success of the landmark USD 6 billion offshore debt restructuring for Sino-Ocean Group.
04/08/2025
Dentons launches 'Office Hours', a game-changing sandbox for technology in legal
The programme brings together technology companies and Dentons legal innovation specialists to explore the latest products capable of disrupting traditional legal processes.
04/07/2025
Subscription credit facilities - An offshore lawyer's perspective
As such, the role of offshore counsel differs somewhat from that undertaken by the principal counsel to the parties.
04/07/2025
Baker McKenzie Advises Liberty Mutual Insurance on the Sale of Its Thailand and Vietnam Operations to Chubb
The Firm is also assisting Liberty Mutual in the sale of its insurance business in Vietnam to Chubb, which is expected to be completed in 2026, subject to the required regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.