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Cyprus Launches Golden Knowledge Programme to Attract Tech Talent
Cyprus has launched its Golden Knowledge Programme, a novel initiative designed to attract international tech talent to the island. This...
Dec 7, 20232 min read


Royal Bank of Canada Hit with $7.5 Million Fine by FINTRAC for AML Compliance Failures
In a significant development, Canada's primary financial crime watchdog, the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada...
Dec 6, 20232 min read


Cyprus Companies Suspected in Supplying Military Gear to Russia Face US Sanctions
Cyprus has found itself entangled in a network allegedly orchestrated by Belgian businessman Hans De Geetere, accused of supplying...
Dec 6, 20234 min read


Evergrande's Reprieve: Hong Kong Court Adjourns Hearing, Grants Time for Debt Restructuring
China Evergrande Group, grappling with a colossal $328 billion debt burden, secured yet another reprieve as a Hong Kong court adjourned a...
Dec 5, 20232 min read


Qatargate Files Unveiled: EU Parliament's Vast Corruption Scandal Exposes Ethical Concerns
In what is now dubbed the "Qatargate annual reports," a massive leak of documents from a police investigation exposes the extent of a...
Dec 5, 20232 min read


CySEC and University of Cyprus Collaborate for Financial Literacy: Insights, Initiatives, and Impact
The collaboration between the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) and the University of Cyprus's Faculty of Economics and...
Dec 4, 20232 min read


Surge in Web Traffic to Unlicensed Gambling Sites in Sweden Sparks Regulatory Concerns
A recently released report by AB Trav och Galopp, a prominent horse race betting provider, has brought attention to a troubling surge in...
Dec 4, 20232 min read


Tata Steel Triumphs in $12 Million Transfer Pricing Dispute Against India's Tax Authority
Tata Steel has achieved a notable triumph in a transfer pricing dispute against India's Income Tax Department, with the Mumbai branch of...
Dec 1, 20232 min read


U.S. Threatens Cryptocurrency Companies Over Illicit Finance
In a stern warning to cryptocurrency companies, Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo declared that the U.S. government is prepared to...
Dec 1, 20232 min read


Kinahan Cartel Figure Offers Dubai Island to Cut Jail Time: Raffaele Imperiale's Intricate Dealings
Italian drug trafficker Raffaele Imperiale, a prominent figure associated with the notorious Kinahan cartel, has made a bold offer to...
Nov 30, 20232 min read


BaFin Raises AML Concerns at Bitcoin-Linked Bank: Futurum Bank AG Faces Regulatory Scrutiny
The German financial watchdog, BaFin, has recently raised concerns over significant anti-money laundering (AML) deficiencies identified...
Nov 30, 20232 min read


How to get a license in Anjouan in 2023: licensing conditions and application process
In 2023, the Anjouan license has emerged as a prominent subject of conversation within the iGaming community. Given the significant...
Nov 30, 20233 min read


Bank of Lithuania Slaps €840,000 Fine on Contis for Anti-Money Laundering Failings
The Bank of Lithuania has imposed a substantial fine of €840,000 on UK financial services company Contis for serious Anti-Money...
Nov 29, 20231 min read


The Rise and Fall of Curacao:How Anjouan Becomes the Preferred Choice for Internet Gambling Licenses
For a considerable time, Curacao was the go-to destination for online gambling operators seeking a a license due to its favorable tax...
Nov 29, 20232 min read


Perth Mint Commits to Anti-Money Laundering Measures Following Compliance Issues
In a bid to address compliance issues uncovered by an external audit, Australia's Perth Mint has announced its commitment to fully adhere...
Nov 28, 20231 min read


Pansy Ho's Recent Move Raises Questions About MGM China Stake, But Sale Unlikely Amid Market Dynamic
In a strategic maneuver that has sparked speculation, Pansy Ho, co-chairperson of MGM China and daughter of Macau casino tycoon Stanley...
Nov 28, 20232 min read


Navigating Change: Companies House's Shift from Registrar to Prosecutor Raises Doubts
The U.K.'s recent enactment of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act brings to the forefront the challenge of transforming...
Nov 27, 20232 min read


Cyprus as a Regional Cybersecurity Nexus: Hosting Key Conference to Strengthen Global Defenses
In a strategic move to become a vital link between the Middle East and Europe in the realm of cybersecurity, Cyprus is set to host the...
Nov 27, 20232 min read


Navigating Uncertainty: The Complex Landscape of Japan's Integrated Resort Odyssey
Japan's foray into the realm of integrated resorts (IRs) unfolds as a saga marked by persistent ambiguity, featuring a narrative where...
Nov 27, 20232 min read


UK Chancellor's Permanence of Major Corporate Tax Break Draws Praise from Experts and Businesses
In a pivotal move, UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's decision to permanently implement a significant corporate tax break, known as 'full...
Nov 24, 20232 min read
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