Changes to Singapore’s regulatory regime for Corporate Service Providers and beneficial ownership transparency
Introduction Previously on 12 March 2024, the Ministry of Finance and the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (“ACRA”) sought public feedback on:
Streamlining the Canada Start-up Visa Program: Enhancing Opportunities for SUV Applicants
The Canadian government has recently implemented significant changes to the Canada Start-up Visa (SUV) program, with the aim of improving processing times and reducing backlogs.
SEC Enhances Digital Asset Regulations to Promote Growth and Protect Investors
On March 2, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Thailand took a significant step forward by approving amendments to the regulatory framework governing digital assets during its Board Meeting No. 5/2566.
The Introduction of eVisas in UK Immigration
The UK is advancing towards a digital future in immigration processes, with the introduction of eVisas. Read Paragon Law’s guide to the 2024 development.
Creation of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency
On 24th April, 2024 the Government of Pakistan promulgated the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (Establishment, Powers and Functions) Rules 2024.
Re-Calibrating the Group of Companies Doctrine in International Commercial Arbitration Regime
BACKGROUND/INTRODUCTION The “group of companies” doctrine has been a subject of rigorous academic debate among practitioners of arbitration law and academics with domain expertise.
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Registration, Capital Structure, Transfer of Shares and Amalgamation of Insurers) Regulations, 2024: A brief overview
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (“IRDAI”) has been instrumental in shaping the regulatory framework governing the Indian insurance sector. Recently, by way of a press release dated 24 January 2024,
Mediation of UAE Medical Malpractice Claims- Can it Work
Introduction Mediation is a form of alternate dispute resolution that seeks to settle disputes without the cost, expense and delay of stressful Court proceedings- and in the area of medical malpractice claims in the United Arab Emirates – extended regulatory proceedings – via the Medical Liability Committee (‘MLC’) and Supreme Committee of Medical Liability (‘SCML’).
Navigating New Rules: Challenges for Investors and Banks in UAE Banking Law Amendments
Introduction: The Federal Decree-Law No. 14/2018 on the Central Bank and the Organisation of Financial Institutions and Activities, along with its recent amendments outlined in Federal Decree-Law No. 54/2023,
Safeguarding Financial Assets: Understanding Bank Fraud Under UAE Cyber Law
Introduction: With the rapid advancement of technology and the increasing digitalization of financial transactions, the threat of bank fraud has become a significant concern globally,