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As private markets embrace tokenisation, stablecoins and programmable distributions, jurisdictional choice is becoming a strategic differentiator. Read on to learn more from a US perspective.

Jersey is set to modernize its financial regulatory framework by repealing its mid-twentieth century Control of Borrowing regime and introducing targeted registration systems for digital asset issuers, private funds, and retail prospectuses. The Draft Financial Products and Prospectuses Law proposes to streamline regulatory oversight while maintaining investor protections, with digital asset issuers moving from the current COBO consent process to a new statutory registration framework.

Jersey has established itself as one of the world's major international finance centres, offering sophisticated fund structures ranging from lightly-regulated Jersey Private Funds to Expert Funds and Listed Funds. The jurisdiction combines tax neutrality, political stability, and a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to accommodate diverse investment strategies including private equity, real estate, infrastructure, and emerging asset classes like digital assets.

The Security Interests (Jersey) Law 2012 (the SIJL) governs security over Jersey intangible movable property. Since coming fully into force on 2 January 2014, four Royal Court decisions have shaped...

Jersey has fundamentally reformed its High Value Residency framework by replacing the longstanding Article 2(1)(e) route with a new statutory pathway to Entitled status based on economic or social benefit. The revised Control of Housing and Work regime establishes a Housing and Work Control Panel to assess applications from internationally-mobile entrepreneurs, investors, and family offices seeking Island residence.

Jersey's investment funds sector continues to evolve with strategic reforms designed to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency. Recent developments include the government's Time to Win initiative, comprehensive reforms to the Control of Borrowing regime, and the introduction of a modern corporate administration framework that expands restructuring options for distressed companies.