FinTech Lab is a tailored live environment, where firms can offer innovative financial and RegTech services without being immediately subject to the full set of regulatory requirements. FinTech Lab allows: AFSA FinTech Lab announced that the pre-application form changes within the SSP Portal that are designed to streamline and enhance the authorisation processes.Here’s what you can…
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Before you start working on registration, please read the brochure on Registration of theAIFC Participants and Guidance on Registration in the AIFC. AFSA Brochure on Registration Guidance on Registration in the AIFC 1. Choosing a name of the legal entity Before applying for the incorporation, it is very important to consider name of the legal entity, which…
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Beijing retaliated with a new rule on June 1, 2023, less than two months after the G7 countries decided to de-risk from China on May 7 in response to concerns about China’s human rights record, its aggressive trade practices, and its military expansion one year after the US-China semiconductor war officially began. A hastily passed law that became effective the same…
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Of een overeenkomst tussen een werkgever en een arbeidskracht kwalificeert als arbeidsovereenkomst of ZZP-overeenkomst, dient beoordeeld te worden aan de hand van de omstandigheden van het geval. In het onderstaande arrest geeft de Hoge Raad gezichtspunten die daarbij van belang kunnen zijn en gaat de Hoge Raad in op rol van de vrijheden in het…
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Here are seven valuable tips for starting a business with confidence. “You’re crazy!” “Are you sure?” “That’s going to be hard.” These are all things entrepreneurs hear when they talk about starting a business. The critics aren’t wrong; it is going to be hard, but that doesn’t have to stop you from being successful in your business. As…
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Introduction Switzerland is not a Member State of the EU and is thus not subject to the AIFMD and the respective rules. Switzerland has its own rules: (1) the Financial Services Act (“FinSA”, Finanzdienstleistungsgesetz); (2) the corresponding ordinance (“FinSO”, Finanzdienstleistungsverordnung); (3) the Collective Investment Scheme Act (“CISA”, Kollektivanlagegesetz); (4) the corresponding ordinance (“CISO”, Kollektivanlageverordnung); and…
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Volgens de AFM is er sprake van beleggingsadvies als er aan alle volgende voorwaarden is voldaan:
Of een (beheerder van een) beleggingsclub kwalificeert als (beheerder van een) alternatieve beleggingsinstelling (abi) en dus valt onder de AIFM-richtlijn dient per individueel geval te worden beoordeeld. Gezichtspunten die een rol kunnen spelen bij de aanname dat dit in een concreet geval niet het geval is zijn (bron AFM):
De Hoge Raad heeft geoordeeld dat de bedoelingen van partijen niet van belang zijn bij de beoordeling van hun arbeidsrelatie. Of er sprake is van een arbeidsrelatie moet volgens de Hoge Raad worden beoordeeld aan de hand van de rechten en verplichtingen die partijen overeen zijn gekomen. De rechten en plichten die zijn vastgelegd in…
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Er zijn in Nederland ongeveer 231.000 personenvennootschappen: de maatschap, de vennootschap onder firma (VOF) en de commanditaire vennootschap (CV). Vooral in het midden- en kleinbedrijf (MKB), in de agrarische sector en de dienstverlening wordt gebruik gemaakt van deze personenvennootschappen. Binnenkort worden deze rechtsvormen gewijzigd. Naar mijn mening moeten alle persoonsvennootschappen door ondernemers worden vermeden omdat…
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EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Swiss Federal Data Protection Act (DPA) In the EU and in Switzerland, processing personal data is generally prohibited, unless it is expressly allowed by law, or the data subject has consented to the processing. While being one of the more well-known legal bases for processing personal data, consent…
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The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is designed to be a financial free zone offering a unique, independent legal and regulatory framework in order to create an environment for growth, progress and economic development in the UAE and the wider region.
Automóviles Lamborghini Latinoamérica S.A. de C.V. (Lamborghini Automobiles of Latin America Public Limited Company) is an authorized distributor and manufacturer of Lamborghini-branded vehicles and merchandise in Latin America and South America.
On 4 March the AIFC Court and International Arbitration Centre (“IAC”) signed Memoranda of Understanding with the Law Society of England and Wales. The Law Society is a strategic partner of the AIFC Court and IAC in providing and developing the rule of law in their respective jurisdictions and internationally.
On 9 September 2019, the Rt. Hon. The Lord Woolf CH, Chief Justice of the AIFC Court, officially presented his book “A Vision of the AIFC Court” at a special launch at the AIFC Court to the legal and business communities in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan. The book was edited by Mr. Christopher Campbell-Holt, Registrar and Chief…
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Gerechtshof Amsterdam, 05-03-2019 / 200.219.215/01 en 200.219.267/01 Link naar origineel Inhoudsindicatie Verzoek tot erkenning en verlof tot tenuitvoerlegging van buitenlandse arbitrale vonnissen. Art. 6 EVRM. Verdrag van New York. Art. 1075 Rv. Instantie: Gerechtshof Amsterdam Uitspraakdatum: 2019-03-05 Publicatiedatum: 2019-03-11 Zaaknummer: 200.219.215/01 en 200.219.267/0 Vindplaatsen Rechtspraak.nl TvA 2019/39 NTHR 2019, afl. 4, p. 192
About the IAC The IAC provides an independent and expeditious alternative to court litigation and operates to the highest international standards to resolve civil and commercial disputes in the AIFC. It has its own panel of world leading arbitrators and mediators comprising global reputations for absolute independence, impartiality, integrity, unconditional application of the rule of…
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Soms gelden er vrijstellingen en valt een beleggingsaanbod niet onder het toezicht van de AFM. Met deze informatie weet u binnen een minuut of er sprake is van een vrijstelling. Beleggen buiten toezicht (YouTube) Effecten, zoals aandelen en obligaties Als u op een van de onderstaande vragen met een ‘ja’ kunt antwoorden, geldt er een…
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The original article was published in Family Office Magazine and can be found here. Entrepreneurs engaging in international investments face several issues when they are accused of a breach of contract. When the investment agreement does not provide solid provisions for dispute settlement, endless legal discussions and expensive court cases in unfamiliar jurisdictions can be…
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The DIFC Courts are an independent English language common law judiciary, located in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This video briefly explains the work of the Courts, why leading international law firms in the region use their services and how their role encourages investment in Dubai.…
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Investment banks and other consultants can plan and execute a fundraising campaign for startups and for companies in the growth phase. A reputable fundraising intermediary will likely speed up the process, reduce the legal risks, and negotiate a better deals. Most brokers will take a monthly retainer plus 5 percent to 15 percent of the…
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A Chamber of Commerce has traditionally furthered the interests of businesses in a particular geography or market sector by way of representation, business services, and networking opportunities. Multilateral Chambers of Commerce can link the business environments of two or more countries, such as the Swiss Chamber of Commerce in The Netherlands. International Chambers of Commerce, such as…
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The AIFC is underpinned by an ambitious objective to become the financial hub for Central Asia, the Caucasus, Eurasian Economic Union, the Middle East, and Europe. The new financial centre is positioning itself to attract US$ 40 billion of investments by 2025 and ensure about 1 per cent growth in the carbonless GDP of Kazakhstan.…
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The official opening of the Court of Astana International Financial Center (AIFC) took place in Nur-Sultan. Since January last year, civil and commercial disputes have been solved in accordance with the best international practices and based on English law. The first case went to AIFC court in February of this year. The case is now…
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In his important and interesting paper “The Story of the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts: A Retrospective“, Mr. Jayanth K. Krishnan addresses the role of the Dubai International Financial Centre Courts (DIFC) in an international legal environment. The DIFCs are part of the sovereign structure of the Emirate of Dubai, within the UAE. Specifically, Dubai…
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The Court of Arbitration of the European Chamber of Digital Commerce plays a crucial role in today’s digital world. The appeal and quality of this independent arbitration institution are as valued today as ever. Fairness, even when there is a dispute, has always been this business tradition which continues to be observed in Europe, making…
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The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) is an independent intergovernmental Organisation with its seat in the Villa Aldobrandini in Rome. Its purpose is to study needs and methods for modernising, harmonising and co-ordinating private and in particular commercial law as between States and groups of States and to formulate uniform law…
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UNIDROIT and the European Law Institute (ELI) are working together towards the development of European Rules of Civil Procedure. Leading academics, practicing lawyers, judges, and members of European institutions are represented in the various committees. The instrument is expected to be finalised and adopted by the UNIDROIT Governing Council at its 98th session in 2019. Recent years have…
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Are there any exemptions or exceptions from the interdiction to offer any securities in The Netherlands to the public or to admit to trading on a regulated market that is either located or functioning in The Netherlands without making available to the public a prospectus approved by a competent authority (all as meant in article…
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De vrijstellingsregeling van de prospectusplicht is per 1 oktober 2017 gewijzigd, zoals 6 september aangekondigd. De vrijstelling wordt verhoogd naar €5 miljoen. Aanbieders van effecten die gebruik maken van de vrijstelling moeten de aanbieding melden bij de AFM en de beleggers informeren over de aanbieding. Het format voor het informatiedocument voor beleggers is vanaf nu beschikbaar op de…
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This article describes the legal context in seven European countries regarding Security Token Offerings. Such offerings differ from Initial Coin Offerings (ICO’s). An Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is the cryptocurrency equivalent to an Initial Public Offering (offering shares of a private cooperation to the public for the first time, also known as IPO) in the…
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It is not hard to see why the authorities are concerned about digital currencies. Any bearer instrument tradable for monetary value has the potential to be used for criminal purposes. Late 2013, after the North American Bitcoin conference earlier in the year, a task force involving the Miami Police Department and the US Secret Service…
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Introduction A number of African countries have began the process of moving away from being a tax haven to being an international finance centre, offering financial products to take advantage of the increasing international mobility of capital and labour. Legislations are continually being written with this goal in mind. It is important to enact laws that…
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Introduction Yet to be discovered as an international financial hub is the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) in Kazakhstan. In my opinion the current financial bubble in Western Europe and the crypto currency developments, make it almost impossible to ignore this opportunity to develop business and to diversify portfolios.
According to the Rule of Law Index , the Dutch justice system ranks as one of the most reliable and effective in the world. In general terms, only the Scandinavian justice systems seem to do better. In terms of resistance to discrimination, corruption and undue political influence, The Netherlands is even ranked #1. Companies that…
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Yes. If you are seeking to raise investment money for your startup, keep in mind that the best measure you can take to protect yourself against frivolous claims is by disclosing as much information about your company as possible. This way, if things go wrong and your private investors threaten to sue you for securities…
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Debt Financing Borrowing money to finance the operations and growth of a business can be the right decision under the proper circumstances. The owner doesn’t have to give up any control of his business, but too much debt can inhibit the growth of the company.
The Rt. Hon. Sir Jack Beatson FBA, Justice of the AIFC Court Delivered at the Supreme Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Tuesday 24 April 2018 1. Introduction (1) It is a huge honour and a great pleasure to be asked to speak here at the Republic of Kazakhstan’s Supreme Court in the presence of…
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Mainly due to its tax efficiency, the Dutch holding (BV) company regime is the most preferred holding regime in the world. The Dutch tax regime is beneficial regarding withholding tax, capital gains and income received from subsidiaries. Other advantages of a BV are the flexibility of Dutch corporate law and tax law, as well as the…
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Goal of the article In 2017, Professor Michael E. Porter of Harvard Business School gave an important presentation about a strategy for restoring Haiti’s prosperity. A crucial part of his advice is to “make attracting foreign investment a core strategy“. In this article I will provide a suggestion to implement such a strategy.
The double Irish with a Dutch sandwich is a tax avoidance technique employed by large corporations, such as Google, Apple and Microsoft. This construction is called double Irish because two Irish companies are used in the arrangement. It involves the use of a combination of Irish and Dutch subsidiary companies to shift profits to low tax jurisdictions. One of the Irish…
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Background In February 2017, mrs Leilani Farha, the United Nations’ special rapporteur for housing, presented a paper on housing commoditisation to the UN human rights council in Geneva. The paper explains how an unregulated financial market has boosted housing prices to a level that excludes low-income households from certain attractive urban locations and created social…
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Het komt voor dat de belastingdienst de aftrek van BTW in facturen weigert. Met name als het om grotere bedragen gaat. Het verwijt dat de ondernemer dan wordt gemaakt is dat de omvang en aard van de werkzaamheden niet is vast te stellen. Wat zegt het internationale recht over de inhoud van de factuur?
