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Tax

UK Spring Statement 2025: chancellor's raft of tax measures signal ramping up of compliance activity

Closing the 'tax gap' remains a priority for the government and taxpayers can expect an increasingly aggressive HMRC
Mergers and acquisitions

Legal & Tax Framework of Share-for-Share Transactions in M&A

Navigating the complexities of mergers and acquisitions requires a keen understanding of various transaction structures. Among these, share-for-share transactions stand
Corporate

New certified email address obligation confirmed for directors of corporations and partnerships in Italy

The new rules are in force as of 1 January 2025 following clarifications from the Ministry of Enterprises and Made
ESG – Environmental, social and governance

ESG Knowledge Update: March 2025

Welcome to our ESG Knowledge Update, which offers a round-up of legal, regulatory and market news
Tax

UK Spring Statement 2025 | What are the tax implications for employees selling shares on PISCES?

Policy paper explores the tax consequences of employees trading shares on the new PISCES exchange
Corporate

Spain's Startup Law resolves legal debate over registrability of shareholders' agreement

Bylaws with ancillary obligations to comply with shareholders' agreements in emerging companies can be registered
Financial Services

International Funds Legal Update | March 2025

Supervisory priorities have been clarified in the UK as well as the EU
Financial Services

UK payments watchdog to be axed in move to simplify regulatory burden on business

The PSR's responsibilities will be consolidated into the FCA as part of a deregulation drive to boost economic growth
Asset tracing and enforcement

UK Fraud, Asset Tracing and Enforcement Update March 2025

Developments in cross-border disputes law and practice in England and Wales
Intellectual property

English High Court finds former JV partners misused trade secrets but directors avoid personal liability

The disclosure of confidential information to around 200 investors did not mean it entered the public domain
Blockchain

Blockchain makes steady advance in Singapore amid enhanced regulatory clarity

More than two years on from the ‘crypto winter’ of 2022, blockchain has regained its market and regulatory footing
Venture and growth capital

Unlocking Germany: The Incorporation Process for Foreign Start-ups

Germany, the largest economy in Europe, presents a highly attractive market for foreign start-ups aiming to expand their business activities