Hong Kong adds Residential Property to its Investment Migration Scheme
Hong Kong’s new capital investment entrant scheme aims to facilitate the entry for residence by capital investment entrants.
Luxembourg Trade and Companies Register: New filing requirements
Effective 12 November 2024, any individual who wants to register with the Luxembourg Trade and Companies Register must provide LNIN.
Changes to the BVI Business Companies Act (2024)
The BVI has amended the BVI Business Companies Act. Here is a summary of what you need to know.
Updates to tax incentive schemes for Singapore-managed investment funds
The fund tax incentive schemes aim to ensure that the revisions align with the growth of Singapore’s asset and wealth management sector.
Bolder partners with Dutch crypto service provider Amdax
Please read the announcement of Bolder Group’s partnership agreement with Amdax in this news release. Reach out to us for questions.
Changes to the Cayman Islands Beneficial Ownership Regime (October 2024)
This article provides information on the changes to the Cayman Islands’ Ultimate Beneficial Owner Regime, applicable 2025.
Complying with the EU’s MiCA rule
With the second phase of the EU’s MiCA regulation coming into effect this December 2024, how can market participants ensure compliance?
Termination and liquidation of Cayman companies (2024)
In this memo, we explain the termination and liquidation process of Cayman Island companies to comply with Economic Substance requirements.
Luxembourg introduces new tax package
The Luxembourg government proposes a new tax package to enhance the competitiveness of businesses and support individuals.
SEC, FinCEN propose CIP requirements for Investment Advisers
The CIP requirements proposed by the SEC and FinCEN aim to combat illicit finance activity involving investment advisers’ customers.
Summary: Proposed measures to Portugal’s tax rules
Under Portugal’s Accelerate the Economy Programme, there are measures that propose changes to the country’s tax rules.
Private wealth solutions: enhanced, expanded and Bolder
With the introduction of our new Global Head of Private Client and Family Office, we now provide more comprehensive private wealth solutions.
New balance sheet and turnover thresholds for Irish companies (July 2024)
Per 01 July 2024, Ireland will implement new thresholds to the balance sheet and turnover of different categories of companies.
Bolder Mauritius amasses multiple awards in 2024
Over the years, Bolder Group—Mauritius has gained recognition for its exceptional contributions to the country’s financial services sector, having received multiple prestigious awards in 2023 and 2024.
Bolder Group AML Trainings
Ensure compliance with AML laws and regulations. Learn about the annual AML training requirements. Contact us today.
EUDR: What is the regulation, and how can importers comply?
The EUDR will take effect on 30 December 2024. How will traders and product importers to the EU comply with the regulation?
An Update on the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act
The Digital Operational Resilience Act aims to strengthen cybersecurity and the financial sector’s operational resilience throughout the EU.
Bolder completes acquisition of Athos
Bolder Group announces the successful acquisition of Athos Group after receiving regulatory approval last May 2024.
Bolder Group appointed fund administrator for Finec Asset Management
Finec Asset Management appoints Bolder Fund Services (USA) as its fund administrator.
Cayman Islands Governance Update (2024)
The Cayman Islands has a constantly evolving governance framework. Here’s an overview of what to expect in 2024.
UK scraps non-dom tax regime
After 225 years, the UK is scrapping its non-dom regime exempting non-UK residents in the country from paying foreign income taxes.
Bolder Group expands service footprint with Atento Luxembourg partnership
Bolder Group bolsters its partnership with Atento by becoming its trusted partner in Luxembourg, after the Netherlands and Philippines.
BVIFARS Portal annual fee requirement to become effective in January 2024
BVIFARS Portal annual fee requirement effective in January 2024; payment deadline set at 1 June annually.
Stricter AML rules in the EU: What’s new?
The EU Council and Parliament agreed on new stricter anti-money laundering or AML rules in the EU. Here’s an overview.
Bolder Group and Levari Law forge partnership to enhance services to the Middle East
Bolder Group is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Levari Law, a leading law firm in the Middle East.
Updates on ATAD III (December 2023)
ATAD III is unlikely to be enacted on 01 January 2024 as technical work still needs to be done to the directive.
Bolder Group Receives Regulatory Approval for Acquisition of Heimdall
The Mauritius FSC approves Bolder Group’s acquisition of local firm Heimdall, Ltd. Read this article for more information.
A summary of the recently published political agreement on AIFMD II (FINAL TEXT)
The final text of the proposed amendments to the AIFMD II has been published. Here are the key highlights (November 2023)
CSSF oversees diversity matters in “LSIs”; to impose sanctions for non-compliance
On 10 October, the CSSF launched a diversity survey among management bodies of LSIs. Here are the results and what they mean.
SEC announces new rules for PE fund managers in the US
The US SEC implements sweeping rules for the $20T private (PE) funds industry to promote transparency.
Bolder Group incorporates Athos Group into its international network
Bolder Group and Athos Group have agreed to combine their businesses, expanding Bolder’s private wealth solutions.
EU expands rules on crypto-asset transfers
As part of its efforts to combat ML/TF in the crypto space, the EU expands its rules to make crypto-asset transfers traceable.
Luxembourg updates fund legislation, tax rebate rules
The Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Economy in Luxembourg recently introduced new tax rules and funds legislation updates.
New tax rules in Brazil by 2024; what’s in it for investors?
By 2024, Brazil tax residents will have to comply with the recently introduced new tax rules in the country. Where do these rules apply?
Ongoing Monitoring Requirements for Cayman Islands Investment Funds and Securities Investment Businesses
The Cayman government consolidated guidelines and regulations on applying risk-based approach in conducting AML/CTF processes.
HKMA to enforce ‘tighter’ crypto exchange licensing regulations
Hong Kong has a thriving legal cryptocurrency trading.
New EU Sustainability Rules – what awaits EU and non-EU Companies
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Brazil government imposes income tax reform for financial investments
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SFDR PAI statement – What is coming?
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The financial services industry amid the stormy seas: the way forward
Following the recent events in the financial services industry, what are the points to keep in mind moving forward? Here are some insights.
EU approves MiCA, the bloc’s first EU crypto law
The European Parliament approved the new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) Law, the first EU regulation to trace crypto-asset transfers.
CSSF updates FAQs on the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation
The Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier in Luxembourg has updated the SFDR FAQs to provide clarity to the investment fund sector.
The emerging VC and PE investment in Africa
Opportunities await VC and PE investors in Africa. How is this so? And how do we explore? We discuss more in this blog.
Bolder Group acquires Mauritius company Heimdall, boosting presence in African markets
Bolder Group is proud to announce its successful acquisition of Heimdall, a Mauritius-based fund, trust and company formation solutions provider.
ESMA develops new guidelines for ESG fund names, asks for public consultation
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CSSF launches SFDR data collection exercise for investment fund managers
The CSSF now require FSPs and FAs to complete a questionnaire through new eDesk module called “SFDR-IFM disclosures”, starting 02 February.
ESG Updates for 2023
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Proposed amendments to ATAD 3 (January 2023)
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Bolder Group expands global footprint, acquires Irish firm BSG
Bolder acquires Business Services Group in Ireland; increases global presence by offering trust and corporate services in the Irish market.
Extended VCC Grant Scheme: What you need to know
Two days prior to its original expiration on 13 January 2023, the VCC Grant Scheme was extended for another two years to 15 January 2025.