Managers of Wealth Offshore

CIMA rules on segregation of assets for mutual funds and private funds

The operator(s) of a fund must establish, implement, and maintain, (or oversee the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of) strategies, policies, controls, and procedures

Directors duties in Guernsey

A director will be in breach of his duty to act in good faith only if it is shown that he did not honestly consider his action to be in the best interests of the company.

Central Bank targets 2027 for removal of British monarch from EC Currency

The design reflects the Eastern Caribbean’s historical ties to Britain, similar to other Commonwealth nations that recognise the British monarch as head of state.

New land bill designed to enhance transparency for homeowners

“This is about improving transparency while maintaining confidence in Cayman’s land and financial systems.”

A practical guide to Lasting Powers of Attorney in Jersey

LPAs are governed by the Capacity and Self-Determination (Jersey) Law 2016 ("CSDL"), regulations made under it and the CSDL Code of Practice.

Monetary Authority stepped up money laundering inspections in 2024

The CIMA inspections resulted in 367 requirements being issued where deficiencies were found, less than the 454 total requirements issued in 2023.

HOA tightens, clarifies tax rules

Mr. Wheatley explained that the amended legislation is designed to “ensure absolute clarity in our reporting standards

Are shareholders of a Cayman Islands company entitled to access privileged documents of the company?

The abolition of the shareholder rule will embolden the boards of companies to seek advice. This promotes efficient management and aligns with the separate legal personality of companies.

Cayman Crypto Week 2026 puts regulation under spotlight

Blockchain.com, which offers individuals and companies crypto trading and custody services, is registered in more than 70 jurisdictions around the world.

CIMA extends penalty deadline for revised Cayman fund fees

Regulated mutual funds and private funds must remit all outstanding balances in full by the new 15 March deadline.

Collas Crill advises on one of the first properties to be added to Guernsey’s Open Market register under new law

This is an amendment to the current requirement that properties can only be officially inscribed after receiving a completion certificate.

Curb on bank fees to take full effect in March

Under the rules, over-the-limit fees cannot be charged when a customer goes over their credit limit solely because of interest or other fees

Key financial reforms now in force

The reforms were approved by the Senate in December

A guide for French SCPIs investing in Irish real estate

The Irish legal purchasing process, or “conveyancing”, begins at the “sale agreed” stage.

Regulator warns Bahamians on ‘relationship’ fraud scams

They seek to gain their victims’ trust through friendship, romance or an offer to help them achieve their financial goals.

“Guernsey mustn’t regulate AI too soon”

Mr Gattiker said many technology entrepreneurs, like Facebook Founder Mark Zuckerberg, believed it was “riskier not to be part of it, not investing, than investing too much”.

Islands' business leaders seek closer collaboration

There's a huge amount that we are doing but there's always room for improvement.

Government reconsiders some new fees as it fine tunes budget

Some of the fee increases, which also included a new top rate of stamp duty on property transfers and additional financial services fees, have already been implemented.

What would CIMA’s proposed AML and sanctions rules change?

The proposed rules do not replace those regulations.

Premier leads Cayman delegation to FATF plenary in Mexico

In addition to attending the main Plenary sessions, members of the Cayman delegation will participate in a series of targeted meetings

Regulation, Risk & Compliance