Managers of Wealth Offshore

Guernsey tightens the regulatory perimeter for Private Trust Companies

The permission is granted with a time limit

BMA requires greater operational resilience

Bermuda is not alone in this regulatory development.

Navigating Ireland’s auto-enrolment pension scheme: essential dates for employers

Ireland's Department of Social Protection has confirmed that it plans to issue its first auto-enrolment payroll notification to all employers in early December 2025

Client alert on the implementation of the new Beneficial Ownership Act 2025

Once enacted the BO Act, together with the Beneficial Ownership Regulations 2025, and related guidance notes, will form part of Bermuda’s new beneficial ownership framework.

Anti-money laundering specialists launch association in Cayman

The local chapter will also provide a useful networking forum where Cayman-based compliance professionals can swap notes about the latest anti-money laundering threats.

Bahamas, Philippines sign landmark labour cooperation agreement

The newly signed MOA marks the seventh bilateral labour agreement concluded this year by the Philippines’ Department of Migrant Workers and the first in the Caribbean and Central America.

BMA promotes investor education, protection and online safety

Smart investor habits include awareness of how digital tools can help to make more informed investment decisions.

New guidance on schemes of arrangement: What it means for Jersey companies

The Government of Jersey is currently consulting on changes to the Companies Law, including a proposal to abolish the headcount test.

Central Bank of Ireland proposes major shift for QIAIF guarantees and security arrangements

This positive development was outlined in a consultation paper published on 9 September 2025

ABBL chief warns of 'significant risks' in digital payments

Despite such professional schemes, Grbic explained that the "human element" remains the primary weak point.

BOV reports €1.5 million stolen through BEC fraud last year

Business Email Compromise cases have risen even more so far this year

New beneficial ownership framework comes into effect

The changes also widen the scope of those who will have access to the register.

Bermuda: New Beneficial Ownership Framework

The BO Act applies to all legal persons1 (sometimes referred to herein as “in scope entities”), subject to limited exceptions.

Updates on Hong Kong’s Uncertificated Securities Market Regime from an offshore perspective

The USM implementation plan covers HKEx-listed companies incorporated in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, Hong Kong and Mainland China.

President Ali announces measures to strengthen Guyana’s financial system

Credit card clearances jumped from US$91.3 million in 2023 to US$347.5 million in 2024, and have already reached US$252 million in 2025.

Central Bank warns of deepfake scams targeting financial consumers

The Central Bank emphasized that official notices are issued only through its verified website and official communication channels.

What Malta's New MiFID II Passporting Guidelines Mean For Investors

For investors, this development is more than a regulatory update – it is a signal of stronger safeguards, clearer accountability, and enhanced trust in the Maltese financial market.

Central Bank report: Arrivals up 8.5% from Jan.-Aug. 2025

The CBOB also explains in the MEFD report that “Growth in tourism sector earnings slowed in comparison to 2024, owing to accommodation capacity constraints in the stopover segment.”

BMA advances tougher disclosure rules for life insurers

Concerns were also raised about the volume of disclosure at the security-specific level, as well as the operational burden on run-off entities.

CRS 2.0 and Cayman funds: Preparing for the next wave of global transparency

Fund administrators will need to enhance onboarding systems, investor portals and compliance processes

Regulation, Risk & Compliance