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The digital technology is an incremental disruptive technology, with exponential growth.

In this article we will explain why Cyprus Investment Firm structures are so popular that hundreds of such companies are relocating to Cyprus. To understand how Investment Firms...

The Anjouan crypto licence provides a structured licensing framework for digital asset businesses seeking cost-efficient market entry with clear regulatory guidelines.

The Nevis iGaming licence framework, introduced in 2026, offers online gaming operators a structured licensing system with competitive costs and relatively fast approval timelines.

Historically, many professional firms relied on a periodic review model, annual or event-triggered reassessments, to satisfy minimum statutory obligations.

The UAE's legal approach to crypto sits at the intersection of federal tax laws, financial services regulation, and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.

Following the receipt of more tax rulings from the Cyprus Income Tax Office, Crypto Currency Taxation is clear.

The drafting of a contract used to depend entirely on human intervention. As long as the contract contained the fundamental elements of Cap.149, "offer", "acceptance", "consideration" an "intention to create legal relations" ...

The fast rise of cryptocurrencies has led us to a new era of wealth creation and investment opportunities.

Currency is a significant expression of state power in the public sphere. It determines the capacity of the state to project power through its external economic relationships and trade agreements.

Over the past few years, we have seen a steady increase in enquiries from individuals who have lost money through online brokers, forex platforms and similar “investment opportunities”.

The EU's Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA) transitional period expires on 1 July 2026, marking a critical deadline for crypto-asset service providers operating in Europe. Without proper MiCA authorisation by this date, businesses must cease operations and implement orderly wind-down procedures, as pending applications do not grant permission to continue providing services. This comprehensive analysis examines the regulatory requirements, compliance obligations, and strategic considerations for cryp

Initial Coin Offering, known as "ICO", is a relatively new phenomenon in the crowdfunding industry being the main subject of discussion in the Blockchain and financial communities.

Cyprus is evolving from a jurisdiction that simply attracts fintech licenses to one building genuine European fintech infrastructure. With new regulatory frameworks including PSD3, DORA, and MiCA converging, the country faces a critical question: can it develop the banking relationships, payment systems access, and institutional depth required to transform licensed entities into a truly interconnected financial ecosystem?

Cyprus has emerged as a premier destination for establishing Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs), owing it to its favourable regulatory framework, strategic location...

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has recently issued a statement on transitional measures and a list of grandfathering periods under Regulation 1114/2023 on markets in crypto-assets (MiCAR).

Crypto taxation has entered a new phase globally. What was once treated as an experimental or lightly regulated asset class is now firmly embedded within mainstream tax systems.