Managers of Wealth Offshore

JFSC warning on Initial Coin Offerings

The notice follows other recent warnings from countries including the UK, US, Canada, Germany, Singapore, among others regarding this type of activity.

Government invests in Internet of Things sector

Investment in the IoT sector is consistent with the Government of Jersey’s aims to promote the digital economy and to position Jersey as a testbed jurisdiction, capitalising on its world-class telecommunications infrastructure.

BVI Rules Change for Non-Contentious Probate Now in Force

The Rules also apply to applications for grants which were pending on the date the Rules came into force unless a judge or the registrar directs otherwise.

Coutts ordered to pay out on £400k offshore investment

It follows a previous adjudicator’s findings that the investment adviser had failed to adhere to its clients’ wishes to have their capital protected, which Coutts appealed.

Cayman Islands: Nov. 30 is key date for pension refunds

Some confusion over payout process

UK politician's threat to take over the Isle of Man

The issue of public records of beneficial owners - who gets the money from registered companies - was raised.

Funds masterclass to explore ‘second age of discovery’

This uncertainty means the UK will undoubtedly be looking further afield for future investment opportunities and will have to reassess its place in the world as a non-EU jurisdiction.

Malta: Banks’ New Capital Requirements

A Bank’s Governance Is All About Managing Risk

AML Regulations to take effect 31 May 2018 for unregulated investment and insurance entities

Investment funds which are regulated under the Mutual Funds Law were, and remain, classed as conducting RFB and so are required to comply with AML/CFT legislation.

Luxembourg is the Delaware of Europe

These international nuances can work to Luxembourg's advantage by virtue of it being the hub of the European funds industry and a nexus for global funds distribution.

Trends and innovation in Luxembourg fund services

When appointing a counterparty to provide fund administration services, a fund manager doesn't want to have to appoint several other counterparties.

Luxembourg’s limited partnership regime covers all options

The Luxembourg limited partnership has a number of advantages over the English limited partnership.

Isle of Man reveals key commission disclosure details

The code standardises the Kid requirements and includes mandatory information and how it must be presented to clients.

Alter Domus to acquire US investment services firm

It currently has over USD180bn of assets under administration.

PIC debuts offshore wind investment with Walney debt financing

The investment provides a good match for PIC’s pension liabilities with predictable CPI-linked, secured and amortising cash flows, it said.

LOM House opens in Bahamas

The purchase of the new office, named LOM House, was marked with a traditional Bermuda roof wetting.

Are Swiss banks really willing to lift the veil of secrecy?

Once home to an estimated one-third of the world's hidden money, Swiss banks have agreed to the disclosure after decades of powerful pressure from a range of governments.

St Kitts and Nevis announce diplomatic ties with Mozambique

Going forward St Kitts and Nevis and Mozambique have an opportunity to build greater people-to-people links and government-to-government partnerships.

Cayman Finance responds to sensational reports exploiting illegal data hack

Cayman is a transparent, tax neutral jurisdiction and not a tax haven.

What is the problem with offshore investments?

Why is there anything wrong with managing your affairs to be as tax efficient as possible?

Regulation, Risk & Compliance