10/03/2022
Sticking to debt reduction the right policy
This break with the past was based on the simple fact that Jamaica's previous policy of always borrowing and spending its way out of economic shocks has not worked.
Regulation, Risk & Compliance
10/03/2022
India and Maldives exchange USD 100 million agreement for key infrastructure projects
The Indian and Maldivian governments exchanged agreements for USD 100 million Line of Credit on Sunday for key infrastructure projects.
09/30/2022
Irish Budget 2023: Implications for International and Irish Business
This is the annual statement on the proposed Irish government tax measures and budgetary expenditure.
09/30/2022
New Obligations for Irish Entities on UK Land Ownership
Companies House has issued guidance3 on these new obligations.
09/30/2022
Cayman Islands Regulatory Update - The Economic Substance Return Filing Deadline Draws Closer
In our latest economic substance briefing, Appleby and its affiliate Appleby Global Services remind clients subject to the ES Test of this economic substance filing obligation.
09/29/2022
Restructuring and Insolvency Practitioners Reunite
The Board of Directors of RISA Bahamas wishes to extend thanks to the sponsors and are delighted for this opportunity to reconnect.
09/29/2022
Updated Deregistration Rules for Cayman Islands Regulated funds
The principal aim of the updates is to streamline the process for deregistering mutual funds and private funds.
09/29/2022
Jersey publishes national strategy for combatting financial crime
Together the strategy and statement create a clear plan for how Jersey will deliver against its commitment to combatting financial crime in all its forms and how we continue to play our role as a responsible global citizen.”
09/28/2022
More pressure: Businesses again urge BOJ rate hike reprieve
In a joint statement, the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica, PSOJ, and Jamaica Manufacturers and Exporters Association, JMEA, urged the BOJ to stay any further raise rise action in order to avoid adverse economic consequences.
09/28/2022
First mortgage warning for Channel Islanders
The bank is the first with a direct Channel Island presence to announce such a move.
09/28/2022
EU to Add Bahamas to Its Tax Haven Blacklist, While Bermuda Is Removed
In addition, Bermudas and Tunisia are being removed from the watchlist because of their progress in dealing with offshore firms and the exchange of information.
09/28/2022
BVI Business Companies (Amendment) Act, 2022; And BVI Business Companies (Amendment) Regulations, 2022
The Amendments incorporate a number of significant changes to the BVI Business Companies Act (as amended, the BCA) and accompanying BVI Business Companies Regulations (as amended, the Regulations).
09/27/2022
Cyber-risk management code of conduct operational
The code also applies to a wide range of other entities in Bermuda.
09/27/2022
Inclined announces $15m funding round
Inclined is a SaaS software company focused on driving better long term outcomes for whole life policyholders.
09/26/2022
Blacktower granted Cayman broker dealer licence
It was already authorised to carry out full securities and investment business in the country
09/26/2022
Barbados Drops All Entry Requirements Returning To Normal Tourism
This positive move by the Barbadian government is likely to put the island back on the radar for thousands of travel-starved Americans.
09/26/2022
Cayman Islands Anti-Money Laundering Surveys for Financial Service Providers
The AML surveys will assist the Authority in the exercise of its functions, including the collection of AML / CFT / CPF and sanctions data from FSPs.
09/26/2022
BVI Introduces Legislative Amendments To company Framework
The revisions include measures to enhance the process for dissolving and restoring companies under BVI law and the continuation of companies outside of the BVI.
09/23/2022
Large number of data records deleted
The 18 overall cases was a fairly low number in itself though, which follows a trend set that has seen lower number of incidents over the traditionally quieter summer months.
09/23/2022
Digital Assets and Hedge Funds
The AIMA survey continues that the average hedge fund allocation to digital assets is around 4%.