On 23 March 2020, the Federal Reserve announced it is re-establishing the Term Asset-Backed Securities Loan Facility.

The Cayman Islands investment funds market has, against a number of odds, not least the COVID-19 pandemic, been very resilient over the past year.

A substantive hearing of a winding up petition in the Financial Services Division last week successfully conducted via video-link shows the Cayman Court is effectively responding to the challenges

Further to our update of 24 March 2020, the Cayman Islands Ministry of Financial Services and the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority ("CIMA") recently introduced additional policy concessions and filing extensions...

On 26 June 2020, the Cayman courts made a winding up order for an insolvent company notwithstanding arguments from the company that the COVID-19

The Registrar of Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) is advising charitable entities in the Cayman Islands to protect against fraudulent activities during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

On 30 April 2020, the Central Bank of Ireland ("Central Bank") published a letter to fund management companies (including SMICs)

In accordance with wider Cayman Islands Government policy, the Ministry is utilising remote working capabilities and a shift-based approach to working hours for staff.

General Registry is helping members of the public access birth, death and marriage certificates in the face of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

The coronavirus pandemic has created unprecedented circumstances for business operations globally. Economists have warned the fallout could be similar to that of the 2008 recession

One of the consequences of the slowdown in fundraising caused by the recent pandemic seems to have been an increase in the use of Separately Managed Accounts ("SMAs") as investment vehicles.

Over 15 associations made representations on the economic impact of COVID-19 on their members' businesses.

The Ministry's usual engagement with local and international stakeholders is ongoing, and progress continues to be made to address the international obligations as required.

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to cause disruption at unprecedented levels, we have received an uptick in enquiries from private equity and venture fund managers seeking to ensure...

The Grand Court of the Cayman Islands (the "Grand Court") has implemented a number of pro-active practical steps and practice directions that are aimed to ensure continuity....

The Cayman Islands Government has granted further filing extensions in respect of the financial services industry.

As the financial and social impact of COVID-19 is felt across the globe, decision makers are facing and will continue to face serious challenges.

The publication provides guidance on the current Banking and Finance market, including a panoramic view of the impact of the current regulatory environment and economic cycles, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic

Chief Medical Officer, Dr. John Lee comments: "With confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Florida, the Dominican Republic and St. Barts concerns among local residents are real".

The Fund Finance Association's Virtual Symposium took place from 16th to 20th November. Attendees enjoyed daily sessions with a focus on a European, Asia-Pacific, and Global perspective.