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Central Bank of Ireland’s AIF rulebook overhaul significantly enhances framework for alternative assets

The reforms enhance Ireland's appeal as a fund domicile, particularly for private equity and private credit managers.

Who holds the data? The EU Data Act's access by design rules take effect

To mark the first anniversary of the Act's general applicability, one of the deferred areas of the Act

FCA non-financial misconduct: what the new rules mean for senior executives

The new COCON rule and guidance took effect on 1 September 2026

Judicial review reforms to be expanded as UK infrastructure funding gap flagged

Judicial review is a form of legal challenge that permits a court to audit the legality of decision-making by a public body in the UK.

Carey Olsen obtains first Jersey administration order on 14 September 2026

The judgment is expected to provide valuable guidance to the legal profession

New CIMA AML Rule and Sanctions Rule: what regulated entities need to consider

Elements of the new Rules that were previously only covered by CIMA guidance, will now be directly enforceable under the administrative penalty regime.

Who holds the data? The EU Data Act's access by design rules take effect

The Act ushered in new rules for digital economy providers and users, primarily by granting users more control over data generated by 'smart' products and devices

Why the law in England is ill-equipped for the age of agentic AI

While the UKJT sets out a number of ways affected individuals and companies might seek redress other than claims in fraud, there are many benefits to bringing fraud claims.

Digital replicas: personality rights debate reopened by AI-generated voice concerns

The ‘Save Our Voices Now’ campaign has started a parliamentary petition and said it believes “voice theft” to pose a threat to the creative industry, personal security, and to “the very essence of our identity”.

Structuring CFO vehicles through the Channel Islands

CFOs give investors (particularly regulated insurers) access to private asset portfolios through rated debt instruments, with more favourable capital treatment than direct equity investments.

Navigating the enforcement of foreign judgments in the British Virgin Islands

The British Virgin Islands is a leading offshore jurisdiction for trusts, holding companies and other wealth-planning structures.

Directors' duties in BVI companies

A director may reasonably rely on the company's books, records and financial statements

Work-related stress moves up the regulatory agenda: what Guernsey employers need to know

For boards and senior leadership teams, the initiative presents an opportunity to consider whether the company can confidently demonstrate that they have a robust framework for managing work-related stress.

A simple guide to Jersey probate and estate administration following a bereavement

Family members or close friends may know where the original Will(s) are stored.

Vietnam’s International Financial Centre: Building the foundations for future growth

Less than a year after Vietnam established the legal framework for its International Financial Centre (VIFC), the initiative remains at an early stage of development.

Key considerations for lenders when lending to a Jersey entity

Creditors of a general partner or limited partner, in a capacity other than as a general partner or a limited partner of a Jersey limited partnership, have no claim against the property of that limited partnership.

SEC Proposes Rescinding Pay-to-Play Rule and Adopts Extension to Form PF Compliance Date

As a result of this extension, the earliest annual filers would need to comply with the February 2024 amendments would be in April 2028 when submitting annual reports for the year ended 2027.

CIMA Finalises New Enforceable Rules on AML/CFT/CPF Compliance and Financial Sanctions – Impact on the Insurance Sector

The new Rules mark a significant shift from guidance-based to legally enforceable AML/CFT/CPF and sanctions requirements.

Divorce in Jersey: How to steady your finances (and yourself)

The parties are required to provide the court (and each other) with a full and detailed breakdown of their assets, income and other financial resources

Navigating the new build process in Cayman

Every development is different and every off-plan purchase agreement is different.

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