In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Aki Corsoni-Husain introduces Counsel, Thomas Dugdale, accompanied by guest expert, Executive Director, Lynden John from Waystone in the Cayman Islands. Together they answer some frequently asked questions about the new rule on corporate governance and statement of guidance issued by CIMA earlier this year. Key takeaways: The Rule introduces a new material layer of corporate governance obligations in the Cayman Islands for regulated...

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Aki Corsoni-Husain, and guest expert Ray-Shio Ho from Reed Smith in London explore the oil and gas sanctions currently in place on Russia following the war in the Ukraine in 2022.  Key takeaways: Providing listeners with a round up and overview of current energy-sector related sanctions on Russia.Understanding whether there is global consensus on the oil price cap and whether it has achieved its objectives.Outlining plans for development...

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Practice Aki Corsoni-Husain, introduces Counsel Marc Piano, accompanied by guest expert Brett Hillis from Reed Smith in London. Together, they examine the role of decentralization, the relatively restrictive position the US has adopted on crypto, and explore whether Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) really is all it’s cracked up to be. Key takeaways:  Regulatory analysis of decentralisation and whether current arrangements can be...

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Practice Aki Corsoni-Husain, introduces Counsel Marc Piano, and guest expert Brett Hillis from Reed Smith in London. Together, they delve into the complex web of issues at the forefront of anyone exploring the digital asset industry.  Key takeaways: Trends in the digital asset space  Global regulatory developments in respect of digital assets and the response from offshore jurisdictionsThe UK Government's recent regulatory position of...

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Aki Corsoni-Husain and guest expert Rachel Barnes KC of Three Raymond Buildings go into more detail about the state of play as of June 2023 regarding sanctions on Russia after the invasion of Ukraine, with a specific focus on professional services in the trust sectors. Key Takeaways: Outlining and reflecting on, the new UK sanctions on Russia impacting professional and financial services, trust industry restrictions and exemptions and the...

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Aki Corsoni-Husain and guest expert Rachel Barnes KC of Three Raymonds Building provide and overview on the state of play as of June 2023 regarding sanctions on Russia after the invasion of Ukraine. Key takeaways: Providing an update and overview of current key trends in sanctions on Russia and the direction of travel at nearly 18 months following the invasion of Ukraine.Looking at the change to the landscape of sanctions in the wider...

In this episode, Head of Regulatory Aki Corsoni-Husain and guest expert Mythily Katsaris of Fladgate LLP look at the complex relationship between India and offshore jurisdictions, including the British Virgin Islands. Together they discuss when things go wrong, in other words when stakeholders are faced with investigations or enquiries from competent authorities based locally or overseas and understanding what rights and obligations may be. This is part two of our two-part podcast within...

In this episode, Head of Regulatory Aki Corsoni-Husain introduces Associate Kartik Sharma, and guest expert Ravi S. Raghavan of Majmudar & Partners. Together they discuss the complex relationship between India, Cyprus, and the offshore jurisdictions focussing on considerations that all stakeholders should bear in mind when setting structures up. This is part one of a two-part podcast within Expert Review looking at India. Key takeaways Understanding recent developments in India impacting...

In this episode, Senior Associate Elina Mantrali is joined once again by guest expert Phil Lee, discuss the scope and practical implications of the EU’s rules on international transfers of personal data under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation and, more recently, the European Court of Justice’s decision in Schrems II. Phil is a leading data protection expert and is a partner in Fieldfisher's leading Privacy, Security and Information law group in London, with experience on both sides...

In this episode, Senior Associate Elina Mantrali and guest expert Phil Lee, discuss the scope and practical implications of the EU’s rules on international transfers of personal data under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation and, more recently, the European Court of Justice’s decision in Schrems II. Phil is a leading data protection expert and is a partner in Fieldfisher's leading Privacy, Security and Information law group in London, with experience on both sides of the Atlantic,...

In this second episode, Head of Luxembourg Tax and Regulatory Andrew Knight and guest expert Paolo Panico, explore the way the beneficial owner concept has evolved and how in practice its meaning has been stretched beyond a true interpretation of the term, in particular in the context of companies held by trusts. Paolo is a prolific writer and speaker on the topic and is editor of the publication titled Beneficial Ownership Registers, The STEP Handbook for Advisers.

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory Aki Corsoni-Husain, and guest expert Maya Lester QC of Brick Court Chambers, delve into the complex and fast-moving world of economic sanctions and restrictive measures.