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29 March 2022

Apex Group launches FS Disruptor Forum to catalyse change in the industry

Apex Group Ltd. (“Apex” or “The Group”), a global financial services provider, in partnership with the Digital Leadership Forum (“DLF”) today announces the launch of the Financial Services (“FS”) Disruptor Forum powered by Apex Group.

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29 March 2022

DFSA Consults on the Regulation of Crypto Tokens - Consultation Paper 143

The DFSA released its consultation relating to the regulation of crypto tokens with consumer protection, market integrity, custody and financial resources for service providers in mind.

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25 March 2022

Why Private Companies Need to Do More About Offsetting Carbon Emissions

Private companies need to consider how they can reduce the environmental impact of their operations and then offset unavoidable emissions, says Apex Group.

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23 March 2022

Do cryptocurrencies have a place in ESG-focused portfolios?

In recent months, cryptocurrencies have generated a great deal of headlines, capturing the interest of many investors. A few years ago, ‘cryptocurrency’ was an unknown word for most people, yet today a single Bitcoin, the world’s largest digital currency, is worth around $40,000. Despite their volatile nature, an increasing number of investors are including cryptocurrencies in their portfolios – a trend that comes with a degree of conflict.

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17 March 2022

EU Financial Regulators Warn Consumers on the Risks of Crypto-Assets

The European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, ESMA, and EIOPA – the ESAs) warned consumers that many crypto assets are highly risky and speculative.

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16 March 2022

FCA to consult on use of 'side pockets' for retail funds with exposure to sanctioned and suspended Russian assets

The FCA is inviting early discussions with stakeholders about options to allow UK authorised retail funds to make exceptional use of 'side pockets', in light of the significant challenges in disposing of Russian and Belarussian assets in the context of suspensions and extensive global sanctions.

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11 March 2022

One year on: Has SFDR succeeded in changing the industry’s sustainability credentials?

The EU’s sustainable investment regulation has successfully started to install rigour into the market for ESG products, but the task is far from complete.

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11 March 2022

Joint Statement from OFSI, FCA and Bank of England on controls to prevent circumvention of sanctions

The UK financial regulatory authorities issued a joint statement that all UK financial services firms, including the crypto asset sector, are expected to play their part in ensuring that sanctions are complied with, and to minimize the risk of circumvention of such sanctions, particularly through crypto assets.

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08 March 2022

Jersey – a strong platform for international Real Estate investment

In March 2020, the global Real Estate sector was severely impacted by COVID-19 and the repercussions are still being felt today. Offices quickly emptied as we had to change our style of working and resort to working from home, making us a more flexible workforce.

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04 March 2022

Private equity sees value in tackling the climate challenge

For many years, private equity firms were able to focus on their principal raison d'etre – generating returns for their investors. But then the global financial crisis of 2008 hit and things changed.

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28 February 2022

Bermuda Compliance and Regulatory Updates - February 2022

We’ve compiled a list of compliance and regulatory updates for Bermuda that were announced or took effect in February 2022 below.

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23 February 2022

EU removes Mauritius from the list of high-risk third countries

Mauritius has completed the final step in restoring its status as a leading jurisdiction for financial services after the European Commission confirmed it had removed it from the European Union’s list of “high-risk third countries”.