The UK FCA is targeting unregulated 'finfluencers' promoting financial products on social media without authorization. These influencers may face criminal charges for advising or promoting investments, especially targeting vulnerable young audiences, including cryptocurrency promotions.

The FCA's Bulletin 52 emphasizes the importance of identifying and publicly disclosing inside information under the UK Market Abuse Regulations (MAR). It covers scenarios such as takeover offers, CEO changes, and financial disclosures, and highlights concerns about using platforms like WhatsApp for sharing sensitive information. The guidance advises issuers to avoid disclosing inside information during private shareholder communications and to ensure timely public dissemination via approved ch

In Pride month, we review listed companies' ESG reporting obligations, focusing on diversity and inclusion. The Financial Reporting Council and Financial Conduct Authority mandate disclosures on board diversity and senior management composition, enforcing compliance to promote transparency, market integrity, and diversity.

91% of UK companies who participated in the 6 month 4-day week trial intend to make the change permanent. Would this work for your company?

The much-anticipated Employment Rights Bill was published on 10 October. Described by the Government as the "biggest upgrade to rights at work for a generation"...

The FCA's October 2024 "Dear CEO" letter reiterates Consumer Duty compliance as a priority for financial advice and investment intermediaries. FCA's next goals include reducing harm, raising compliance standards, and broadening retail customer access to financial guidance.

As part of the Saudi Government's "Vision 2030" plan to reduce the country's long-term reliance on oil, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ("KSA")...

On May 3, 2023, the FCA released a consultation paper CP23/10 seeking views on significant reforms to the UK listing regime for commercial companies.

The Government was made hopeful by the announced drop in inflation to 2.3% – its lowest level in almost 3 years – albeit still above the Bank of England...

This is an introduction to the possibility of relying on a Bilateral Investment Treaty to to seek redress from the relevant host state in the circumstances.

Starting May 31, 2024, the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) mandates clear, fair, and proportionate sustainability-related claims to prevent greenwashing. From July 31, 2024, firms can use new sustainable investment labels, with strict criteria including at least 70% asset alignment with sustainability goals. Labels like Sustainability Impact™, Focus™, Improvers™, and Mixed Goals™ require specific disclosure and verification. Marketing rules, effective December 2, 2024, restrict using terms

Following Birmingham City's relegation, the club, backed by Knighthead and Tom Brady, invested heavily in stadium upgrades and player acquisitions to pursue promotion. Despite financial regulations like the Salary Cost Management Protocols, Birmingham strategically leveraged owner equity injections and revenue-boosting initiatives.

In February 2023, the British Venture Capital Association (BVCA) published revised versions of its standard form documents for use in early stage venture capital investments.

This article updates the ongoing multi-club ownership (MCO) cases involving Manchester City and Girona, and Manchester United and Nice, as they seek compliance with UEFA rules. It highlights potential divestment strategies and UEFA's transitional rules, anticipating stricter MCO regulations for the 2025/26 season.

This year will see over 10,500 athletes from 206 nations compete for the coveted bronze, silver and gold medals. Competing in the Games is undoubtably an accomplishment...

Guernsey-incorporated and registered company Rainbow Rare Earths Limited has been listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE).

The EU AI Act, now in force, establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for AI, categorizing systems by risk and imposing stringent obligations on high-risk AI. It affects both EU-based and international businesses, with significant compliance costs and penalties.

This article will be the first of a series of publications discussing multi-club ownership ("MCO") in the world of football.

The ECB's proposed £500 million sale of *The Hundred* franchises has drawn significant global interest, including IPL teams, Hollywood investors, and concerns over valuation, equity, and cricket's future structure.

In Part 2, we consider the obligations imposed on developers and users of AI systems and reflect on key legal and practical obstacles in the Act's way.