Managers of Wealth Offshore

Reassuringly hard: The regulatory formula behind Bermuda’s insurtech edge

The convergence of the two industries for Bermuda to become a world-calss insurtech hub was almost inevitable.

Banks to increase MVR reserves held at MMA

MMA said its board had decided to reduce surplus rufiyaa liquidity

Opposition demands accounting for $265M NIF withdrawal

He said the Act also requires reporting on the Fund’s financial position and any withdrawals.

BVI AFR: key considerations for Business Companies and Limited Partnerships

BVI entities - both Business Companies and Limited Partnerships - are required to file an annual return

CIMA: BitMart was never authorised in Cayman

The platform’s holding company, GBM Global Holding Company Limited, is registered in Cayman.

Financial regulator to focus on a broader range of financial crimes

Work to counter fraud, tax crimes, evasion of international sanctions and proliferation financing is set to increasingly feature in the authority’s activities.

Amendments to Companies (Jersey) Law 1991

This ensures the law remains robust, competitive and fit for purpose.

CBCS Highlights Major Milestones for Curaçao's Financial System Following Caribbean Guilder Launch

The Caribbean guilder officially entered circulation on March 31, 2025, replacing the Netherlands Antillean guilder after years of planning.

31,000 Records Compromised in Breach of Liechtenstein Companies and Foundations Register

A cyberattack compromised data belonging to about 31,000 people in Liechtenstein’s register of beneficial owners linked to companies, foundations, and trusts.

Sompo Life Re secures BMA licence and starts operations with Tetsuya Morito at helm

Morito is a senior-level leader with 30 years of experience in areas of corporate development, strategic planning, operational leadership, M&A activities, client service, and risk finance.

Govt outlines recovery plan for ‘unhealthy’ national debt

To address this crisis, Prime Minister Friday outlined a multi-pronged recovery strategy focused on stabilizing the “patient” and pulling the country back from the “precipice”.

Ctrl Alt secures Guernsey licences for fiduciary and digital transfer agency services

The licences are held by a newly established regulated Guernsey entity, Ctrl Alt Corporate Services, which will support the administration of its tokenisation offerings.

Central Bank of Malta encourages participation in ECB euro banknote design survey

The 10 shortlisted proposals are based on two themes selected following extensive consultation across Europe: ‘European culture’ and ‘Rivers and birds’.

Central Bank of Ireland review of FMC delegation in the Irish Funds sector: Feedback report

The Central Bank's review (the 'Review') focused on governance, oversight arrangements and the effectiveness of control frameworks in managing delegated activities at FMCs.

Cayman maintains strong captive insurance licensing growth

CIMA has also confirmed that a further 17 licenses applications are currently under review, providing positive momentum for the remainder of the year.

Financial services regulatory summary: July 2026

Channel Eye brings you a summary of the regulatory changes across the islands, for the month of July 2026.

New AML and sanctions rules issued in the Cayman Islands

This Update introduces those Rules and new obligations which Cayman financial services providers must adhere to.

Independent advisory firm launched by former JFSC manager

He continued: “I have run these businesses, regulated them and sat on their boards, so I know how they work from every side of the table.

21 days to act: Understanding statutory demands in the Cayman Islands

Together, these articles provide a practical overview of the options available to creditors, directors, and stakeholders when a Cayman Islands company faces financial difficulties or approaches the end of its lifecycle.

Grant Thornton highlights action needed under new CIMA rules

Under the new AML Rule, financial services providers must be able to demonstrate that auditors are suitably qualified

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