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In an important and welcomed development in the digital asset space, the International Swaps and Derivatives Association ("ISDA") has published new standard definitions for digital asset derivatives.

Mister Speaker, I rise to make a statement about efforts which are being made by the Government, specifically through the work of the Ministry of Financial Services, to incubate innovation, attract strong and vibrant companies ...

Regulations to implement two international tax reporting frameworks in the Cayman Islands, the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and amendments to the Common Reporting Standard (CRS), were published yesterday, Thursday, 27 November in the Cayman Islands Legislation Gazette.

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority ("CIMA") has changed the application form for the registration of Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) through the REEFS portal. Additionally, CIMA has issued an update to the Rule.

According to an AAX August 2022 press release, AAX had a spot trading volume of USD$57.2 million in July 2022 and boasted over 3 million users in over 160 countries.

A new Cayman crypto reporting framework is to be implemented by 2027

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority ("CIMA") has released its Thematic Desk-based Review Report on Registered Virtual Asset Service Providers, following an assessment conducted between September 2024 and February 2025.

The Applicant applied for an interim proprietary injunction over the Bitcoins that remained in the cryptocurrency exchange account.

Initial Coin/Token Offerings ("ICOs") are becoming an increasingly popular means of fundraising for new projects and utilise blockchain technology to do so.

Institutional clients prioritise scale, credibility and compliance in the digital assets sector.

The market dynamics of 2024 and 2025 have created a fertile ground for new SPAC IPOs, but this time around, sponsors and directors are examining the lessons learned from the previous cycle...

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (the Authority) has updated regulatory measures applicable to Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs), including the issuance of a Rule and a Statement of Guidance on market...

In a recent interview with Captive International, partner Bradley Kruger, explored the benefits Cayman offers as a jurisdiction for blockchain use in the insurance industry

The Cayman Islands Government has confirmed that the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework ("CARF") and the amended Common Reporting Standard ("CRS"), widely referred to as CRS 2.0...

Active in the fintech landscape since 2017, the dedicated Walkers' team are recognised as global leaders in this dynamic sector...

There is an upbeat mood at the North American Bitcoin Conference as the talk shifts from Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies to ICOs and how blockchain technology can be used to transform existing industries.

Discover the latest insights into Cayman Islands open-ended fund activity with our Q1 2026 update. Drawing on our experience advising across a broad range of fund launches, this analysis highlights key developments in fund formation, investment strategy, technology adoption and structuring trends shaping the market at the start of 2026.

Discover the latest insights into Cayman Islands open-ended fund activity with our Q2 2026 update. Drawing on our experience advising on approximately one-third of all mutual funds registered...