12/12/2017
OECD seeks input on new tax rules requiring disclosure of CRS avoidance arrangements and offshore structures
Public input is sought on all aspects of these model rules.
12/12/2017
The Bahamas prepares risk-based approach to regulatory oversight
Updating the regulatory regime is being proposed to remove and address elements that may cause The Bahamas to be viewed as a less attractive jurisdiction.
12/12/2017
FCA slammed for failings linked to passporting Cyprus adviser
Townsend also criticised a lack of openness in a decision letter from the FCA
12/06/2017
The Code Group's screening process initially involved 92 non-EU countries and jurisdictions.
12/06/2017
This legislation will be essential to facilitate trade and ensure that law enforcement authorities in Jersey can continue to cooperate with their colleagues in other jurisdictions.
12/05/2017
The annual report includes almost 50 country-specific recommendations on issues such as improving the timeliness of the exchange of information
12/04/2017
The BMA said that the purpose of the tests is specifically to assess the impact of the losses, as determined using proprietary/vendor models
12/01/2017
The savings transfers will depend to a certain degree on the transfer country’s financial regulatory regime, he said.
12/01/2017
The notice follows other recent warnings from countries including the UK, US, Canada, Germany, Singapore, among others regarding this type of activity.
11/30/2017
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.
11/28/2017
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.
11/23/2017
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.
11/20/2017
Some confusion over payout process
11/20/2017
The issue of public records of beneficial owners - who gets the money from registered companies - was raised.
11/20/2017
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.
11/20/2017
A Bank’s Governance Is All About Managing Risk
11/17/2017
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.
11/16/2017
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.
11/16/2017
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.
11/16/2017
Luxembourg’s limited partnership regime covers all options
The Luxembourg limited partnership has a number of advantages over the English limited partnership.