Managers of Wealth Offshore

The US Virgin Islands' Business Lure

The U.S. Virgin Islands is attempting to lure small businesses with substantial corporate tax breaks, in a bid to create jobs and diversify the tiny territory’s $4.2 billion economy.

Over half of retail banking executives think non-traditional financial services providers are a threat to traditional banks - PwC

The remainder (46%) see smaller banks capturing share through increasing differentiation. Executives are also divided as to the threat posed by non-traditional new players: while 55% believe they pose a threat to traditional banks, 31% believe they presen

Winning through customer experience - Ernst & Young

Our third Global Consumer Banking Survey looks at banking through the lens of the customer. How do customers perceive their banks? What services do they expect their banks to provide? How well do their banks deliver on promises?

Islamic finance: From the Cayman Islands to the Middle East and beyond - Harneys

The use of o ff shore companies in Islamic fi nance is driven by many of the same factors as in conventional banking, as tax e ffi ciency, bankruptcy-remoteness and privacy are considerations common to most cross-border transactions.

US Virgin Islands “Open For Business”

United States Virgin Islands Governor John de Jongh led a two-day economic mission to New York City last week.

Uncertainty of the Bitcoin Network by Stephanie Hodnett, SS&C

The idea of a virtual currency is clearly an appealing one for those who mistrust their national currency, the traditional banking system, or who seek a means of circumventing inflation or capital controls.

Why Bitcoin Isn't Dead Yet

The digital cryptocurrency which may or may not have been founded in 2009 by a 64-year-old Japanese recluse — was hit by the biggest challenge it's faced so far when Mt. Gox, the world's largest bitcoin exchange.

Money is the last social taboo for the rich, reveals deVere study

Money is the most uncomfortable topic of conversation for six out of ten high-net-worth individuals, according to a new international poll.

Who is the reclusive billionaire creator of Bitcoin?

Strangely, nobody knows who created it

Using Performance Analytics to Attract and Retain Clients by Phil Banas

Today's marketplace provides investment firms with a wide range of asset classes to help them to manage money effectively.

Bio-Bank Plans $3.5m Bahamian Investment

A US-based company is planning to invest $3.5 million in setting-up a regional bio-bank centre in the Bahamas, with the inaugural laboratory set to employ between 12-14 people. 

IoD Jersey Director of the Year awards

The IoD's Jersey branch is looking to recognise unsung heroes and heroines from all areas of the economy - private, public and third sectors - in its annual awards.

Skipton International strengthens its position as a leading Channel Islands’ bank

Skipton International has consolidated its position as the lender of choice in the Channel Islands in 2013, growing its mortgage business by 10% on the previous year and further bolstering its deposit taking activities.

Bahamas: Minister Pinder speaks on international aspects of financial services

Minister of Financial Services Ryan Pinder said, on February 20, 2014, that the international landscape for financial services continues to change extremely rapidly and his Ministry continues to actively follow and engage on issues emanating from the Glob

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