Applied Filters
Deadline for beneficial ownership filings extended
The timing of the filings is in line with the new legal definition of a beneficial owner.
Free lessons of fighting financial crime
Cayman Finance has partnered with the Anti-Money Laundering Steering Group
Cayman Finance welcomes Private Funds and Mutual Funds laws
It says they further modernise and enhance the oversight of investment funds.
Private Funds Law comes into force; clarity on timelines issued
The Mutual Funds (Amendment) Law, 2020, has also been passed.
Cayman Government responds to reports it is to be blacklisted by EU
Cayman could become the first British Overseas Territory to be added to the EU’s so-called blacklist.
Details released of Mutual Funds and Private Funds bills ahead of debate
The Ministry of Financial Services supplied detail of the bills ahead of a meeting of the Legislative Assembly on January 30.
Mourant gives back to community on away day
Some 60 volunteers from offshore law firm Mourant supported the Cayman Islands community by donating a total of over 180 hours to six local organisations during their annual Away Day, which was held on Thanksgiving Thursday.
Cayman commits to introducing a public beneficial ownership register
The Government of the Cayman Islands has announced its intention to introduce a public register of company beneficial ownership. The move is in anticipation of public registers of beneficial ownership becoming the international standard, and at least implemented by the EU Member States by 2023, the necessary legislative changes are expected to be proposed in 2022, according to Conyers.
Bill to boost beneficial ownership regime
A bill is being introduced to strengthen the Cayman Islands beneficial ownership regime. The bill is expected to pass before the end of the year, according to Harneys.
Cayman Government unveils plans for public register of beneficial ownership
The Government of the Cayman Islands has announced its intention to introduce a public register of beneficial ownership, in line with evolving standards and international obligations such as those reflected in the principles of the EU 5th Anti Money Laundering Directive.
