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International Funds Focus | Second quarter 2024

Welcome to the summer edition of our quarterly round-up of UK and international developments for asset managers
Financial Services

UK financial services firms weigh up legal and practical strategies for AML compliance

With anti-money laundering a top priority for the Financial Conduct Authority, what are the issues facing UK firms?
Financial Services

UK Financial Conduct Authority pushes through with landmark prosecution of 'finfluencers'

Businesses using 'finfluencers' to plug unauthorised financial promotions online face a reality check
Emerging companies and venture capital

Corporate venture capital and strategic partnerships: what do investee companies need to consider?

Additional considerations to factor in when taking on equity investment via CVC as opposed to traditional independent VC funds
Digital commerce, platforms and social media

The Country of Origin Principle: How Far Does Protection Extend for Online Service Providers?

The CJEU reiterates its stance on the invalidity of additional requirements imposed on an online provider by a Member State
Regulatory Outlook

Fintech, digital assets, payments and consumer | UK Regulatory Outlook June 2024

UK general election: impact on financial services | BoE speech on opportunities and risks of fintech and AI | Impact
UK General Election

UK General Election 2024: what would a Labour win mean for financial services?

Labour's plan for financing growth leans towards continuity over radical change
Banking and finance

English High Court clarifies the consent requirements for administration extensions under Insolvency Act

Consent of secured creditors with no remaining economic interest is not needed to extend the administration of a company
Financial Services

International Funds Legal Update | 21 June 2024

FCA sets out agenda for asset managers, UK Parliament's prorogation causes delays and ESMA regulates green fund claims
UK General Election

UK general election 2024: Labour's manifesto and tax

The manifesto confirms Labour's widely publicised tax policy plans with no surprises but little further detail
Financial Services

AIFMD II: European AIFMs get ready to review liquidity tools

The directive brings in additional liquidity management requirements. What should AIFMs consider?