https://www.pinsentmasons.com/shared-content/rss-feed/financial-servicesOut-Law Newsen-GB60{87EC9C6D-15D3-4DAD-9ED5-008940923112}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ADGM-financial-regulator-AML-framework?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProposals to strengthen rules on anti-money laundering provisions from the Abu Dhabi Global Market’s (ADGM) financial services regulator represent a consolidation of existing requirements, according to an expert.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:31:46 Z{F96AB8F6-337D-45F7-855C-EF270ADAB788}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Data-breach-notification-template-developed-EU-GDPR?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses will welcome proposals seeking to standardise how personal data breaches are reported across the EU but will be concerned about having to disclose large volumes of information and potentially sensitive details about their internal policies and procedures under the plans, cyber risk experts have said.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:32:14 Z{2EC3D74A-D731-45EC-BFEE-0644524480CC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-VAT-group-ruling-troubling-businesses?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent ruling could make it harder for major international businesses to simplify their VAT accounting – and, potentially, reduce their related costs – in the UK, a tax expert has said.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:22:37 Z{99B212B2-DF9C-4FD0-89E1-0A3E94372761}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Managed-accounts-differences--investment-funds-changing-market?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesSeparately managed accounts (managed accounts) and investment funds are both well-established structures that allow investors to access a broad range of investment strategies. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:24:15 Z{B78A93D4-3E97-4CDA-B963-163C2C607613}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Agentic-AI-changes-supplier-due-diligence-financial-services-firms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFinancial services firms must change the way they conduct supplier due diligence to account for their potential use of agentic AI tools, experts have said.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:23:22 Z{0D3E54F2-2494-43E7-A7B9-F10011683DA1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Supplier-AI-liability-risk-allocation-financial-services?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBanks, insurers and investment firms should assess whether their suppliers’ use of AI merits “enhanced” liability or other risk allocation provisions to be included in their supplier contracts, experts have said.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:45:29 Z{E5914A26-EEAC-4CA3-B2FF-F6A68C2AD961}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-regulator-warns-banks-e-money-stablecoin-contagion-risk?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUK banks should review their route to the consumer market for stablecoins and e-money in light of a recent reminder from the financial regulator and additional information on its expectations.Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:05:23 Z{A4AA71A5-30F3-40EF-AEF9-203643EB3045}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Corporate-criminal-attribution-UK-senior-managers?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Crime and Policing Act 2026 will make it much easier for law enforcement to hold UK corporates criminally liable for offences committed by their senior management. Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:06:34 Z{CAFA6ECC-2B35-47C3-8C11-F255489FDB7F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Oman-introduces-new-real-estate-register-law-modernise-property-regime?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new real estate register that allows issuance of electronic title deeds will bring Oman’s real estate sector in line with regional digitalisation trends, an expert has said. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:02:44 Z{18F69B8A-49F3-4CD7-9F43-23E94652975C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Ireland-prepares-savings-investment-accounts?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Irish government is preparing to introduce tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts (SIAs), which are designed to channel some of the deposits of Irish savers into capital markets and indirectly into the EU economy.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:03:36 Z{EC801619-57D0-48E5-85CB-966A29598620}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/hmrc-cis-not-applicable-pure-financing-arrangements?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUpdated guidance issued by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) on how the UK’s Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) applies to financing arrangements will provide welcome relief to the real estate development sector, an expert has said.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:27:31 Z{8F5671E2-827A-4A7B-A8EF-7BCAFB293361}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Commonwealth-modern-slavery-regimes-are-evolving?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFor companies trading across the Commonwealth, understanding the variances in modern slavery legislation is essential to ensuring compliant and successful trade.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:58:28 Z{83D72595-3619-448D-B8B4-068278ECA643}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/PODCAST-FDI-changes-in-Australia?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAustralia makes radical foreign investment changes, and why a China law change could cause supply chain headachesTue, 09 Jun 2026 10:26:06 Z{0B481A89-6060-4C35-84C9-6C45DFA811D0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ICC-emergency-arbitration-ex-parte-preliminary-orders?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew rule changes to emergency arbitration procedures used by the world’s leading arbitration institutions will create a “calibrated balance” between relief and respondents’ right to be heard, experts have said. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:01:03 Z{AF42AFB6-63E4-487D-BE04-EC8A5F2804F6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/QICCA-rules-overhaul-impacts-conciliation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe recent introduction of dedicated conciliation rules by Qatar International Centre for Conciliation and Arbitration represent the most significant reform of QICCA's framework since the Centre was established in 2006.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:41:57 Z{29E9BB95-A1B2-477C-B25A-25C740DCDF1B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/MEPs-tougher-foreign-direct-investment-rules-Europe?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesForeign investment deals will face significantly increased scrutiny after European politicians agreed to a major overhaul of foreign direct investment rules across the EU, an expert has warned.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:17:36 Z{6F84E8BA-8012-4B3D-8135-FEDEA7B08539}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Pensions-Ombudsman-Hartley-maladministered-fund?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Pensions Ombudsman has made a finding of maladministration against a UK pensions provider which collapsed in 2022.Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:10:34 Z{95BD89DE-B223-422F-9A1B-8CD715AD9194}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/government-consults-zero-hours-reforms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProposals on how UK employers should implement new protections for zero- and low-hours workers coming into force in 2027 leave “some room” for flexibility, an expert has said. Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:40:24 Z{B1B48004-052D-4DE6-B0A6-FEB77A5631BA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Employment-law-implications-Germany-KRITIS-Framework-Act?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses should adopt a holistiic approach to Germany’s new critical infrastructure regulatory framework.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:38:11 Z{A38C760F-55DC-4187-83EA-0DDFDFB32675}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Hong-Kong-launch-international-commercial-court-dispute-resolution?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesPlans to create a new International Commercial Court for high value and cross border disputes in Hong Kong will strengthen its reputation as one of the world’s leading arbitral seats, according to an expert.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:14:34 Z{6179D253-9927-4E46-9AF7-1DA3E70535DF}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-Treasury-revamp-Consumer-Credit-Act?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesSweeping changes to the UK’s outdated consumer credit laws will liberate lenders from ‘draconian’ sanctions while offering greater protection for consumers, according to experts.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:37:16 Z{E7FE14E5-E425-4A59-98E4-6D4A938B0D9D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Australia-unveils-plans-next-phase-foreign-investment-reform?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAustralia’s federal government has announced further changes to its foreign investment rules in a bid to reduce regulatory burdens – and bring greater scrutiny to higher risk foreign investments into Australia. Fri, 29 May 2026 14:41:19 Z{BBC7F9AF-F29C-4B76-B093-F5A615537617}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Vietnam-modernises-arbitration-framework-with-new-VIAC-rules?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+Services Revised rules for Vietnam’s international centre of arbitration will help highlight how the country is equipped to handle complex and large disputes in future, according to experts.Fri, 29 May 2026 10:36:11 Z{389CA55C-AF65-417D-A689-DDA77BD0B646}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/PODCAST-Plugging-UK-VAT-gap?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesWe hear about the UK tax authority’s highly successful investigations into VAT not paid by medium and large companies.Thu, 28 May 2026 09:41:28 Z{EB6D7744-956A-4096-A559-9F115A90DBDB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/PODCAST-UK-builders-prepare-building-safety-deadline-changes-Irish-company-law?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesKatherine Metcalfe outlines the building safety changes facing the UK construction industry from this week, and Zara West and Neil Keenan explore the impact of proposed changes to company law in Ireland. Thu, 28 May 2026 09:25:05 Z{E66F2B03-F944-4B54-84E2-2BBC24EAF3F6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Central-Bank-of-Ireland-identifies-compliance-gaps-across-MiFID-firms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new review by the Central Bank of Ireland looking at compliance functions across a cohort of MiFID (Markets in Financial Instruments Directive) investment firms has provided a timely insight into its supervisory expectations. Wed, 27 May 2026 14:03:55 Z{1673F63C-F3FA-4BE0-A387-1A362E6F7BA0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Guidelines-support-providers-high-risk-AI-self-assessments?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProviders of AI systems in the EU should find it easier to understand whether those systems constitute ‘high-risk’ AI systems under the AI Act, triggering follow-on duties, as a result of new guidance that has been issued, an expert in tech regulation has said.Fri, 22 May 2026 14:30:56 Z{B0D9F42A-9DEF-42FF-909E-7341F6DED7E1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Netherlands-tighten-rules-non-EU-alternative-investment-funds?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNon-EU alternative investment fund managers (AIFMs) face stricter conditions to market funds in the Netherlands following a regulatory update from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM). Thu, 21 May 2026 10:35:04 Z{E7C44B4F-E0C3-4C37-9DA7-0D093E722CEB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-updates-insurance-rules-climate-risk-requirements?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRecent amendments to the Abu Dhabi Global Market’s (ADGM) Financial Services Regulation Authority’s (FSRA) insurance regulatory framework signal “a continued regulatory shift” towards integrating climate considerations into mainstream risk frameworks, an expert has said. Wed, 20 May 2026 14:50:01 Z{5B1362BD-F18B-445B-8E5F-FF5AA215E030}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-claims-management-reference-terms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will explore whether funding models operating in the claims management sector are fuelling behaviours detrimental to consumers.Tue, 19 May 2026 16:33:12 Z{08D8588C-1549-43BC-AAE2-5DAB7CFCAC0A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBI-defends-capital-easing-calls-amid-competition-debate?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew research by the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) challenges competition concerns and reinforces the regulator’s stance on stability and consumer protection, an expert has said. Tue, 19 May 2026 13:49:59 Z{57D9A599-8115-41FB-B95A-B2BBAE170DBD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/EU-merger-guidelines-support-competitiveness-innovation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesDraft EU merger guidelines mark the most significant EU merger control reform in decades but are more of an evolution than a revolution, an expert has said. Tue, 19 May 2026 13:11:37 Z{EC4C9C28-D029-489F-8AD4-708D551EC40E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/HMRC-registration-rules-raise-questions-in-house-tax-teams?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesIn-house tax advisors in the UK face an ongoing lack of clarity over how new HMRC registration rules will impact them from this month, according to experts.Tue, 19 May 2026 09:38:14 Z{3C03BDAB-86CB-456C-B105-F914E7B4BD5A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/High-Court-crypto-fraud-decision-reflects-victim-focused-approach?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent judgment reflects a strong, victim-focused approach to crypto fraud and will provide both individuals and businesses with greater confidence in using the English courts to respond decisively to digital fraud, an expert has said.Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:21 Z{9771C55A-A7F8-4645-81C2-60D9B7B6C13E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Actions-depositaries-following-Central-Bank-Ireland-review?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesDepositaries and fund managers in Ireland should assess the findings of a recent regulatory review – and update their risk assessments and other practices and procedures, where relevant.Mon, 18 May 2026 09:19:03 Z{6CE5F397-51F8-4C72-8DBB-D108CECB922A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/sandboxes-central-regulating-growth-plans?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses will be able to live-test their use of new technologies under a controlled, but relaxed, regulatory environment in the UK, with the potential for some regulatory requirements to be permanently removed if the trials are successful, according to proposals outlined on Wednesday.Thu, 14 May 2026 11:35:55 Z{3C726ADB-6216-44E2-8260-BE6E5CE8D569}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Why-legal-transformation-is-an-ongoing-journey?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses must treat legal transformation as a continuous process that can adapt to technological, regulatory and organisational change. Thu, 14 May 2026 11:22:10 Z{72894D4E-3021-4838-8A04-8F3840AD7E86}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Kings-Speech-Starmer-question?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesLingering questions over Sir Keir Starmer’s long-term future as UK prime minister cast some doubt on whether at least some of the specific legislation trailed in the King’s Speech on Wednesday will materialise.Wed, 13 May 2026 16:01:25 Z{1C342A2A-EFA6-4344-8327-59F44E660EE1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Crypto-firms-must-prepare-UK-regulation-change-FCA-consults?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesGuidance proposed by the UK’s financial watchdog will mean crypto businesses must ensure they are aware of their regulatory requirements ahead of changes to the law which will bring into regulation certain cryptoasset activities, according to experts. Wed, 13 May 2026 13:12:21 Z{35CF5460-3833-4268-B664-EAC8DE52689E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-opens-consultation-on-Islamic-finance-rules-changes?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProposed amendments to Islamic finance regulations in Dubai will provide welcome clarification for firms over when endorsement is required as Islamic finance activity in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) continues to grow, according to experts.Wed, 13 May 2026 10:17:29 Z{19FA392A-10FE-411C-BF11-9F640ED9CC7C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Middle-East-conflict-exposes-recurring-insurance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesMany businesses operate on the assumption that they are adequately insured, but recent geopolitical developments highlight that being insured does not always mean being protected. Tue, 12 May 2026 15:27:59 Z{0EC7A043-FC0B-468A-8CBF-76842D201F43}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/FCA-operational-resilience-necessitate-action?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has provided clear guidance to UK financial services firms on what it expects them to do to meet their obligations around operational resilience one year on from the end of a regulatory deadline for action in March last year.Tue, 12 May 2026 11:31:46 Z{44E54AC0-CE59-435F-9A77-9B6B3E63CDDD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/australia-expands-workplace-delegates-rights-fwc-decision?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesEmployers should familiarise themselves with new delegates’ rights terms included in modern awards that are applicable to their workforces. Tue, 12 May 2026 10:37:24 Z{5EB112BD-1526-47E3-A567-2F4C80B3E1C1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Construction-Industry-Scheme-guidance-clarification?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUpdated guidance from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) on how the UK’s Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) applies to lending arrangements needs “urgent” clarification, a real estate tax expert has said.Mon, 11 May 2026 07:44:52 Z{7CA0EC74-0113-4757-BC55-E9EC39EE14F5}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/HMRC-data-shows-surge-in-VAT-investigations?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesOne in three large companies had a VAT investigation launched against them last year, highlighting HMRC’s focus on closing the tax gap, an expert has said. Fri, 08 May 2026 14:07:22 Z{226C0E29-B70B-4410-9A42-07DF7F424B43}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/AI-to-be-embedded-into-DIFC-law?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesOpportunities for businesses to use AI to innovate should stem from plans to embed AI into legislative and regulatory frameworks in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), experts have said.Fri, 08 May 2026 10:50:46 Z{9B44CD93-8436-4ABB-A2D5-A9235C329BFB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Rules-high-risk-AI-delayed-under-EU-omnibus-deal?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesEU rules regarding AI systems categorised as ‘high-risk’ will take effect from late 2027, not this summer as is scheduled, if a new deal struck by legislators is adopted in the coming weeks.Thu, 07 May 2026 14:43:48 Z{6D2FB266-9D02-4EED-B75C-F28A5A556461}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-claims-management-sector-significant-intervention?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has opened a formal review of the claims management market in a step that could lead to legislative reforms.Thu, 07 May 2026 13:42:22 Z{41AB15B0-809B-480A-876B-34F10F1CE6C1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Banks-insurers-face-renumeration-shake-up-new-CBUAE-regulations?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew remuneration regulations for financial institutions in the UAE represent a “significant escalation” in governance expectations in the country, experts have highlighted.Thu, 07 May 2026 11:55:32 Z{28C1084B-4D90-4A2C-AC95-E7402980BA44}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/New-law-reform-project-consumer-class-actions-UK?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new project will explore extending the opt-out regime in England and Wales beyond competition law, but experts warn that any more general consumer class actions regime must take a proportionate approach to risk.Thu, 07 May 2026 11:33:28 Z{EB0077A2-81A2-4601-814F-D596545E8A4A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-finance-strengthen-manager-accountability-FCA-misconduct?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesTrish Embley tells HRNews how FS firms are tightening manager response to misconduct ahead of the FCA’s 1 September 2026 deadline.Thu, 07 May 2026 10:13:26 Z{3E05DD6E-DE0F-4844-9827-2E78CC6828BD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Netherlands-moves-closer-to-delayed-NIS2-implementation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesLegislative approaches for implementing the much-delayed NIS2 provisions in the Netherlands will not require a separate cybersecurity authority, according to experts.Wed, 06 May 2026 13:28:19 Z{6BE1B8CF-CC53-4C30-B2FD-93A7D22CD0DB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/nsw-ruling-lawyers-freezing-orders-undertakings?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision in the NSW Supreme Court highlights that lawyers and other legal professionals may face financial consequences if they fail to clearly understand the original intention of undertakings and freezing orders, according to an expert at Pinsent Masons.Wed, 06 May 2026 09:20:36 Z{33493EA0-9FCD-4DA6-9EB8-E56B5A350EF7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Irish-firms-step-up-efforts-against-corrosive-financial-crime-risks?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA leading figure in Irish banking regulation has urged companies in the country to step up their response to fighting “corrosive” financial crime – or risk damage to trust in the financial sector.Tue, 05 May 2026 15:29:41 Z{25D89A33-5A5E-484D-AF73-EB83DD747B61}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Silence-safe-harbour-limits-creditor-protection-Australia?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA ruling by the New South Wales Supreme Court has provided commercially grounded clarity on when creditor reassurance during a distressed restructuring may cross into misleading conduct. Tue, 05 May 2026 14:19:17 Z{A7B96F82-5F9A-4C8B-9077-0B00F98E5794}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-review-credit-advertising-APRs?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is examining whether the use of annual percentage rates (APR) may hinder customers from making informed decisions about consumer credit products, as part of a broader review of consumer credit advertising rules.Tue, 05 May 2026 13:55:59 Z{BDEF18AC-AC60-43A3-903B-F24B72C12796}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dutch-prospectus-requirements-updated?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew Dutch prospectus requirements will align the country’s capital markets with the EU prospectus regime and encourage investment, experts have said.Fri, 01 May 2026 10:05:51 Z{745E7983-7F7F-4539-A9EC-B788280DF5CA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Qatar-targeted-business-support?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA series of targeted relief measures are being rolled out in Qatar to support businesses amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:21:46 Z{6E655AA5-94D4-4DD7-BE05-50656D4FA9FA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBUAE-prohibition-instant-messenger-platforms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFinancial institutions in the UAE face a race to meet new restrictions after being warned to stop using instant messaging platforms for delivering financial services to customers, experts have warned.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:56:58 Z{E40588E7-30C3-45DA-A070-6BE6BDFB94EA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Podcast-How-conflict-boosts-sovereign-cloud?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesHow conflict means governments want to keep their data out of other governments’ hands; plus: the UK’s tax evasion bounty-sharing plans.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:51:42 Z{6A115175-380A-4D2B-8035-85D0D0F9AFFA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBUAE-strengthens-AML-expectations-for-financial-firms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew guidance published by the UAE’s Central Bank (CBUAE) marks a shift to a more dynamic, risk led and outcomes focused supervisory framework, experts have said.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:44:22 Z{85B74A42-4DD9-4F13-A69C-2B0A90C5C4E7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/dubai-vara-derivatives-regime-virtual-asset-issuance-rules?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesSweeping new rules by Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) in its updated exchange services rulebook, governing the trading of derivatives linked to virtual assets, marks a significant evolution of Dubai’s virtual asset regulatory regime following the successful rollout of a virtual asset derivatives pilot programme, according to experts.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:58:12 Z{1511DBD3-8E1C-470E-BF90-667A229B0238}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/SFO-AI-international-cooperation-priorities-2026-27?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAn increased focus on using cutting-edge technology and building international partnerships will form the bedrock for the next year of the UK’s Serious Fraud Office’s operations, the organisation has announced.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:01:07 Z{5DF72317-769B-43F2-8675-F4B95FB523D3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-financial-firms-new-climate-risk-rules-loom?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUK-based banks and insurers have just over a month to ensure they are ready for stringent new rules governing how they manage their climate risk policies, an expert has warned.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:38:41 Z{2E98F4B0-378E-42CB-B278-749493B6FBC4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-finance-firms-strengthen-training-ahead-of-FCAs-misconduct-reforms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesTrish Embley tells HRNews how FS firms are strengthening training for real-world misconduct decisions ahead of 1 September 2026.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:42:52 Z{582177C9-5ECE-4C20-AB3A-1345CB1573B1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dubai-unifies-real-estate-residency-services-under-single-system?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new system bringing Dubai’s real estate and residency services under a single digital platform is expected to streamline processes and improve outcomes for investors and property owners. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:22:53 Z{3C15E01C-EBFF-43D4-A3A0-451AB0D573BD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/uae-sovereign-financial-cloud-prompts-data-strategy-rethink?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe introduction of a regulator-supervised digital framework for the financial sector signals a shift towards embedding existing supervisory access and governance expectations directly into the digital infrastructure used by financial firms operating in the UAE, experts have said.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:38:02 Z{F8AE1113-21BB-40F4-B841-DEB5CD84BD8F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/France-new-confidentiality-framework-in-house-counsel?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFrance’s new confidentiality law introduces privilege for in-house counsel for the first time and may have significant implications for arbitration, amongst other practice areas.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:07:53 Z{9270FDC9-6366-4787-8CF5-3112F36F7A09}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Telemarketing-rules-set-for-UAE-financial-institutions?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew rules governing telemarketing by financial institutions have been introduced in the UAE, covering the use of new technologies such as robocalling and AI.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:20:54 Z{297F2E92-7F61-4752-8437-D0B8D9EB34DA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-employers-right-to-work-duties-Home-Office-code?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Home Office is consulting on an update to its code of practice for UK employers on avoiding unlawful discrimination when carrying out right to work checks. These changes indicate future expansion in who must be checked and how.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:42:15 Z{1CC0783B-C464-421F-B21E-E956B3FF0E65}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-finance-firms-prepare-for-FCA-misconduct-reforms-ahead-of-September-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAnne Sammon tells HRNews how FS firms are applying the FCA’s misconduct framework in practice, with a focus on risk, oversight and training.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:57:09 Z{240A3874-8796-4E43-B08D-763340D825A6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBK-banks-operational-headroom-absorb-potential-shocks?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew measures introduced by Kuwait’s Central Bank (CBK) signal the bank’s concerted efforts to respond proactively to the challenging geopolitical environment, experts have said. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:08:28 Z{8DDF48A5-5E77-4E7F-A0B3-5AA1C4249434}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-bank-growth-opportunities-linked-digital-transformation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUAE banks must embrace digital transformation to maximise growth opportunities, experts have said in response to publication of the UAE Central Bank’s annual report for 2025.Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:19:53 Z{224719FF-E011-4A34-B9C7-3F3DC1BD74BC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/DIFC-new-crypto-regulations-take-effect?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFollowing the announcement of its new rules governing crypto token regulation in the Dubai International Financial Centre, the Dubai Financial Services Authority has issued additional guidance on how they will impact companies operating in the DIFC.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:07:21 Z{132EF3BA-43B3-488B-9301-8EBCC991474B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CBUAE-guidance-technology-firms-regulation-shift?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UAE’s Central Bank (CBUAE) has issued new guidance for businesses and customers in the wake of changes to its financial regulation approach.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:54:05 Z{5EF09588-BC06-428F-9E0E-804AF394D7AC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/qatar-central-bank-financial-support-measures?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesQatar’s Central Bank (QCB) has introduced a series of precautionary support measures, aimed at maintaining financial stability, following recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:30 Z{01C43711-14CE-4175-9251-093C6C7F3310}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dubai-rent-fee-relief-hospitality-SMEs?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRecent financial support packages and relief measures introduced by Dubai’s government will help maintain business continuity and momentum for the hospitality industry and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country, an expert has said. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:19:12 Z{56EF854D-5C37-4484-B0A3-10E81177E71C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/ai-rapid-expansion-south-africa-workplaces?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesArtificial intelligence (AI) has moved rapidly from experimentation to everyday use in workplace decision-making. For organisations operating in South Africa, this shift presents both opportunities and new responsibilities.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:40:58 Z{48F88D9C-D379-4400-883C-EFEC925DA149}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-UAE-authorities-strengthen-auditing-framework?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new agreement between Dubai’s financial services regulator and the UAE’s economy ministry should create a stronger regulatory framework for auditing in the region, according to experts.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:01:36 Z{E1EE091C-71AF-441C-9CC1-C97ED004FD7B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-proposes-new-operational-resilience-regime-DIFC-firms?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProposals for a new operational resilience regime for financial services firms operating in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) will increase board accountability and regulatory scrutiny, experts have said.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:34:02 Z{A5011A9F-BCBC-4A50-BBAF-9E96059C1887}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Businesses-take-action-uncertainties-global-trade-system?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe global trading system under the umbrella of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is failing businesses. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:57:50 Z{BE5F1A10-F071-4EF5-9F30-D476694AFF3F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CJEU-cross-border-insolvency-clawback-claims?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent ruling by the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) is likely to trigger more clawback claims by Germany insolvency administrators against international shareholders, an expert has said. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:50:13 Z{6C4A243B-D6B2-4FD3-B8F5-FDD3A49B274B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-Central-Bank-SME-customer-protection-framework?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUPDATED: New rules being introduced by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) are expected to strengthen consumer rights and protections for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country, an expert has said. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:54:43 Z{FC7FC00F-A6C8-4ECD-8167-BFDAAAE57F05}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Saudi-Central-Bank-fintechs-licensed-offer-open-banking-services?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe licensing of two fintech firms to provide open banking services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) marks “a significant regulatory inflection point” for the country’s fintech ecosystem, an expert has said.Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:52:28 Z{D998A101-6681-4A2E-A949-F767852C2C85}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Bahrain-BNPL?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBahrain’s Central Bank is preparing to tighten oversight of the rapidly expanding buy now, pay later sector, following the close of a consultation on proposals to bring the products formally within its consumer credit regimeWed, 08 Apr 2026 06:31:02 Z{122478A2-798F-4240-B44D-596F9D922B07}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-publishes-findings-of-consumer-understanding-review?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA review by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) into consumer understanding takes a “proportionate approach” to firms’ business, size and resources, an expert has said. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:49:10 Z{F5E2358A-3E48-4FFD-86EE-5EACF87E70F9}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Saudi-firms-payment-system-framework-update?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFintech firms, banks and payment providers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) should reassess their governance, risk controls and disclosure practices following the introduction by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) of an updated regulatory framework, according to experts at Pinsent Masons.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:46:01 Z{3E5FB5B8-15AF-40AC-94F5-6E2833108343}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-financial-regulators-update-reporting-requirements?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBanks, insurers and investment firms, as well as providers of financial market infrastructure (FMI), have been given a year to adapt to new UK reporting requirements.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:00:29 Z{390B21C3-8215-43CD-997D-69E43579D8A4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/PODCAST-us-eu-uk-ai-training-policy-shifts-uk-financial-ombudsman-overhaul?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUS, EU and UK diverge on AI training copyright debate, and UK overhauls finance consumer bodyTue, 31 Mar 2026 14:07:19 Z{717323D2-A6BE-4A9E-BEC9-EF9E5B0A19BA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/australia-eu-free-trade-agreement-opportunities?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA “strategically important” free trade agreement (FTA) and strengthened security and defence partnership between the EU and Australia will create new opportunities for businesses and firms across multiple industries, according to experts at Pinsent Masons.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:33:23 Z{164F3405-9F8C-4505-8E44-BA33082F4EE7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/challenges-waiving-ground-annulment-in-French-courts?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe scope of the waiver rule contained in article 1466 of the French Civil Procedure Code (CPC) continues to be tested in domestic courts.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:21:57 Z{4D043B2E-B32D-41D2-B466-9110715C1028}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/long-term-ill-or-injured-workers-FWC?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesTwo recent decisions from the Fair Work Commission (FWC) offer important and practical guidance for employers managing long-term ill and injured workers.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:07:02 Z{A58882E9-01AE-4455-A7F6-179429A96DF1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Australia-merger-regime-april?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAustralia’s new mandatory merger control regime will enter its next major phase this week, on 1 April, introducing additional notification thresholds and voting power rules that expand the number of transactions requiring clearance.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:20:43 Z{1BD7D35D-1F4F-4381-9C03-4C99E8A591DB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/middle-east-impact-financial-services-industry?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UAE’s financial sector is well positioned to withstand the economic and market impact of the Middle East conflict, experts have said, endorsing views expressed by industry figures in interviews with a newspaper.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:40:43 Z{96405BA8-4AC2-4916-A12C-D9256EF3BCE4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/EU-AI-simplification-package-reaches-critical-milestone?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe European Parliament has endorsed the bloc’s negotiating position on the AI Omnibus, paving the way for trialogue negotiations and new rules starting on 2 August 2026. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:35:45 Z{F4048160-6D09-4156-B2C2-A1947C5ADFC3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/dubai-virtual-asset-travel-rule-transparency-push?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew guidance for virtual asset providers operating in Dubai gives the first clear picture of how oversight will work under stricter verification requirements known as the ‘Travel Rule’, according to an expert.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:34:30 Z{86050027-9F12-4ABB-8848-B074540D45F3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-civil-transaction-reform?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+Services The introduction of a new civil transaction law marks a ‘significant shift’ in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by, for the first time, setting out a framework governing precontractual negotiations and disclosure obligations.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:39:50 Z{A04DFE11-477B-4793-A1D3-081B6508F761}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Egypt-pro-arbitration-stance-reforms-gather-pace?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesEgypt’s ongoing arbitration reforms and the launch of Egypt Arbitration Days underscore the growing stature of the jurisdiction in the international arbitration community.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:24:08 Z{36BFE6A0-68AE-4F4D-BA5F-1FC135BDC1BF}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/financial-consumer-protection-shifts-mass-claims-uk-ireland?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesWith major reforms on the horizon, 2026 is set to be a defining year for consumer protection and mass claims across financial services in the UK and Ireland.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:29:26 Z{5858AE32-C5BA-4C8D-BA3D-54EA57B12C53}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Central-Bank-Ireland-2026-supervisory-priorities?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA need for better governance around data, cyber resilience and AI uptake, and weak controls in battling financial crime are among the risks the Irish financial sector faces in 2026, according to the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI).Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:18:56 Z{5A1C332C-6548-4C96-831F-9AA9BC756197}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Hong-Kong-fraud-arbitration?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) court has rejected a fresh bid to reopen a high value shareholder dispute, finding a new arbitration based on allegations of fraud was an abuse of power that threatened the certainty that businesses rely on in cross-border deals.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:23:27 Z{59AE4832-97B3-48FD-863F-483A662F35CB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/pensions-ombudsman-rejects-ssas-claim-investment-loss?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision from the UK Pension Ombudsman has shown the challenges failing to provide clear instructions can have on small, self-administered pension schemes.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:56:18 Z{719AB9B7-7B7B-460C-B030-E9ECE9F81E91}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/risks-for-Australian-voluntary-administrators?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent Federal Court of Australia decision has highlighted the significant personal risks for voluntary administrators (VAs) who fail to act swiftly and transparently when a company seeks to terminate an administration as new funding becomes available.Sun, 22 Mar 2026 23:17:39 Z{CD5C7739-5333-4A67-A73F-B41E44743EA3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Australian-gender-targets?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAustralian employers now face heightened expectations to deliver genuine, evidence-based gains in gender equality as they prepare to set mandatory targets under Workplace Gender Equality Agency Australia’s (WEGA) strengthened reporting framework.Sun, 22 Mar 2026 22:52:25 Z{ACAA0547-0B17-4074-8F5B-324D4F1249B5}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/sanctions-risk-posed-re-routing-supply-chains?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses exploring changes to their supply chains owing to the Middle East conflict have been advised to ensure they build sanctions-related checks into that process – notwithstanding pressures to adapt quickly to events.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:39:55 Z{09520321-2AB7-4F29-A1CF-92F715DABE2E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Indicators-point-to-UK-private-equity-deal-making-uptick?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThere are early indications that 2026 will be a strong year for UK private equity transactions after a stop-start previous 12 months.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:24:18 Z{026B77D8-8AAE-4C30-817E-59A2D2A605D4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-Treasury-unveils-largest-financial-services-overhaul?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UK government’s plans to reform the role of the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) will require careful implementation and pose potential transitional risks, an expert has warned. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:17:26 Z{59F58D70-8510-4BB8-8941-5400112FDADB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/International-arbitration-reshape-global-risk-landscape?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesOver the past 12 months, the global arbitration landscape has continued to evolve at pace, cementing arbitration’s role as the dispute resolution mechanism of choice for businesses operating across borders.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 02:01:18 Z{6863628B-908E-4679-8AE6-EE465098A49D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Revised-Saudi-labour-laws?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRevised Saudi labour laws have significantly raised the compliance obligations for businesses by expanding reporting, documentation, and digital record‑keeping obligations.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:53:02 Z{862E5990-8E1E-4565-BE6B-E619204D8179}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/SIAC-compendium-of-challenge-decisions?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesExperts at Pinsent Masons say that the launch of the SIAC compendium of challenge decisions is a move that both strengthens transparency and improves predictability for SIAC users.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:36:24 Z{87B48B02-38FB-42E6-A2CC-624C4D0B83BF}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/investment-disputes-regional-dynamics-Western-Africa-arbitration?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesInvestment arbitration continues to sit at the heart of dispute resolution across Western and Francophone Africa, fuelled by increasing construction activity, regulatory volatility and financial pressures affecting major projects. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:59:57 Z{83B5867E-109B-47F0-82E4-16C7F7389BDF}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/China-global-powerhouse-international-arbitration-hub?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesSignificant changes to mainland China’s arbitration landscape are expected following last year’s introduction of the revised Arbitration Law, effective from March 2026, after a multi-year consultation period.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:41:49 Z{74497787-9E8D-4151-AB0A-F2CC1FB78547}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/China-anti-foreign-sanctions-regime?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesChina’s strengthened anti foreign sanctions regime is set for more assertive enforcement in 2026, heightening the need for foreign businesses to adopt agile, coordinated compliance strategies.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:44:34 Z{7178071B-C90A-4160-B5F2-FD97D4DFC2C5}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Investing-in-Ireland?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesIreland’s pro-business environment, coupled with clear regulatory frameworks and its commitment to innovation and infrastructure, make it the ideal location for companies seeking growth in a thriving EU market.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:45:41 Z{0D13E444-FBE0-4B48-B000-D8FEE7741840}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/SIAC-statistics-india-importance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Singapore International Arbitration Centre’s (SIAC) latest statistics underscore Singapore’s continued growth as a disputes hub, according to experts at Pinsent Masons.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:38:45 Z{69E510E9-6B72-44FE-804B-81BF8D1B9861}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Ruling-clarifies-enforceability-Chinese-judgments-England-Wales?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent ruling by the High Court has clarified that Chinese creditors can enforce Chinese judgments in the English courts despite the absence of reciprocal enforcement treaties between China and the UK.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:17:56 Z{B3254AF2-DDCB-47FD-8578-ADEE34D5A706}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-updates-rulebooks-anti-money-laundering-push?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRecent updates to the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) rulebooks will have significant implications for DFSA-regulated entities, senior management and compliance officers, particularly in relation to anti-money laundering (AML) compliance. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:20:09 Z{02C692CE-08C6-43D1-B4F6-41197F8ED6A9}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Business-implications-Middle-East-conflict?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe conflict in the Middle East is having profound human and economic cost across the region and beyond.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:20:32 Z{961B0BD9-4E1E-4902-A9AE-2754D722EE5E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/money-laundering-obligations-HMRC-crackdown-warning?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew figures highlighting a crackdown on anti-money laundering failures by UK businesses show the financial risks companies face in failing to register properly with authorities, according to experts.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:25:04 Z{10B4BA2A-040A-4084-81D3-BC07E97F3763}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/fca-consumer-investment-goals-communications-finfluencer-support?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesPlans by a UK regulator to provide support to legitimate financial influencers and develop a stronger investment culture in the country, highlight its increased commitment to smarter regulation, according to an expert.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:11:39 Z{058F4908-FF9E-490D-B380-DBA75359BF79}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Saudi-Copyright-law?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses in Saudi Arabia should ensure assets are protected and risks are reduced ahead of the introduction of a new law governing copyright, according to experts at Pinsent Masons.Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:22:07 Z{1F94AD92-257E-4AF0-A624-6B2B299F3508}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-government-consults-overhaul-striking-worker-protections?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UK government has launched a consultation on new proposals to protect employees from detrimental treatment by their employers for participating in lawful strike action as part of broader attempts to enhance workers’ protections. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:48:34 Z{02F0BCAB-BBFA-4C0E-97C6-3F6FB9B4EFAF}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/dutch-pledge-reform-modernise-security-ease-access-finance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA long anticipated reform of Dutch security law is moving a step closer with potentially far reaching implications for both lenders and borrowers, an expert has said.Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:38:17 Z{80FB6091-F4DD-4429-92A9-5AC56B38B03F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Green-loans-market-adapting-borrower-needs-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe UK green loans market is adapting to borrower needs and lenders should be primed to re-examine their portfolios and offer a broader suite of green products.Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:28:35 Z{2A3CF054-19CA-4DA2-82F7-201BE4DCB6B7}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-sets-expectation-future-of-insurance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesInsurers should consider sharing their views on the future of insurance with UK regulators, an expert has said, after the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) confirmed its intention to engage with industry on the matter.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:26:06 Z{25D5EBB4-2A4F-4477-8C6B-575C5859DBB8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/uae-central-bank-responsible-ai-guidance-financial-sector?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRecent guidance published by the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) underscores that AI use in the financial services sector must uphold good governance and consumer protection. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:58:51 Z{541A33E1-A0DB-46A0-8241-818B614725CB}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ICC-statistics-2025?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) reported one of its busiest years on record in 2025, registering 894 new cases and managing 1,869 ongoing matters, its highest-ever pending caseload.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:42:32 Z{BCE5F1D8-3230-4685-AA65-14A1D5A50529}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Irish-employers-salary-increases-employment-permit-holders?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesEmployers in Ireland must continue to take account of increases to salary thresholds for holders of employment permits, following the release of a plan by the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment that details the incremental increases until 2030.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:37:53 Z{23775658-1A08-4C83-A0B2-9FEFD9B349A3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ERA-zero-hour-protections-impact?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe number of people on zero hour contracts in the UK has reached record levels, according to new research. The findings underscore the scale of the challenge that employers in Britain will face when new rights for those on zero- and low-hour contracts take effect in 2027, an employment law expert has said.Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:07:18 Z{7C1EE768-4C5D-4A61-8187-B37BA1197E7F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-civil-code-banking-and-finance-implications?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBanks operating in the UAE have been advised to review their customer onboarding practices and contracts before a major new law takes effect later this year.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:24:23 Z{2F3E05AC-1F62-45EA-9C5C-F09A1A1967B1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/HKIAC-2025-statistics?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe latest statistics from the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre show another “record breaking year”, featuring a substantial increase in dispute value across its arbitration cases and growing international reach throughout 2025.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:21:23 Z{207E05FB-B6A3-47A4-883C-A297DD5FDEF4}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Pensions-Ombudsman-highlights-bonus-inherently-variable?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision by the UK’s Pensions Ombudsman (PO) found that a reduction in an individual’s final bonus caused by administrative delays did not result in financial injustice.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:35:57 Z{BA992F4A-802E-41D2-ABA8-A764413B4C4A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/indias-arbitration-landscape-reform-innovation?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesIt has been a pivotal year within India’s arbitration landscape, marked by regulatory reform, institutional innovation and judicial clarity. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:21:34 Z{EFF27DB7-40E1-4215-B1FC-16AFF7FF6BC3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Philippines-arbitration-strengthens-CIAC-marks-four-decades?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesArbitration in the Philippines continues to gain traction, driven largely by the steady rise in construction projects across the country.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:34:29 Z{F3E3F488-01C4-4088-B733-8F9D133CC254}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-regulator-tough-information-request-breaches?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA fine issued by the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) should spur businesses to familiarise themselves with their obligations to respond to information requests issued by the regulator, experts have said.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:34:20 Z{438EEB54-34BB-4CDB-99C1-2BEC55464481}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/GBA-dispute-resolution?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFuelled by foreign investment and innovation, the GBA economy's growth means more business transactions and cross-border deals, which had led to more contracts and disputes requiring resolution.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:01:48 Z{FFC195E4-4AB1-4AE7-95A7-652C10269ACD}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/NSW-playbook-liquidators?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent NSW Supreme Court judgment provides a playbook for Australian liquidators seeking access to relevant insurance policies in cases of corporate insolvency.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:25:31 Z{76A23AEC-8100-4BA6-8E81-0DFE6C6C02A1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/agentic-ai-challenges-online-payments?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProcesses for completing online payments may need to be reconfigured by online retailers and payment service providers to enable consumers to complete transactions using AI agents, an expert has said.Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:50:02 Z{C4636A65-FDD2-4ABC-B7C5-C69D6740E502}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/australia-strengthens-arbitration-enforcement-high-value-disputes?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesACICA’s latest data shows a sharp rise in high-value, cross-border arbitrations, while Australian courts continue to reinforce enforcement through proactive measures such as worldwide freezing orders.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:08:22 Z{15835ADD-EC12-489C-95C1-466A04E3BB9A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Foreign-investment-restrictions-eased-Saudi-Arabia?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRules that restrict foreign investment into the stock market of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) have been eased as of 1 February 2026.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:28:45 Z{832701CC-777B-4BB8-9F92-5660318986D8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Major-UK-competition-law-reforms-proposed?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesExperts have welcomed plans to reform UK merger control and streamline market investigations, announced as part of proposed changes to UK competition law, but consider the reforms could increase political pressures on the regulator.Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:05:08 Z{8F2D7AB4-B25F-4FB7-8A85-DF22AFF7A3B3}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/SIAC-innovation-court-decisions-Singapore-position-leading-arbitral-seat?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+Services The second most favoured arbitration seat worldwide according to the latest Queen Mary Survey, Singapore continues to consolidate its position as one of the world’s leading arbitration hubs, supported by strong institutional innovation, pro arbitration jurisprudence, and growing international recognition.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:20:44 Z{0899E64B-D72A-4800-A4E8-350B9AFF6DB2}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/NSW-digital-work-systems-amendment?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe NSW government has passed new legislation in response to growing concerns about the safety risks associated with algorithmic and automated decision-making in the workplace, creating major compliance implications for businesses in the state.Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:03:29 Z{D411AC31-1392-43E0-879E-8F3BD16EA19E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/CMA-issues-new-guidance-greenwashing-crackdown?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew guidance from the UK’s competition law and consumer protection watchdog will mean companies must pay closer attention to compliance throughout the supply chain when pointing to their environmental credentials, experts have warned. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:53:54 Z{3D966B8A-EE6A-4A05-B03B-FA3A19297C06}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/investors-enforcement-risk-investment-treaties?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesInvestors should factor enforcement risk into their global investment decisions owing to the challenges they can face in enforcing awards issued by arbitrators.Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:36:03 Z{DF86E387-3EAF-4A5B-843D-5B99E51B0993}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Oman-IFC-financial-hub-Middle-East?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new law that has come into force in Oman is seeking to strengthen the country’s status as a regional and global financial centre and a forum for international disputes, an expert has said. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:28:07 Z{93DA3722-AFB7-4CF8-87BB-F300F1CDDF97}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ASIC-residential-addresses?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesChanges to the way Australia’s corporate regulator publishes director details online will increase privacy and safety, but experts have said that new challenges for insolvency practitioners are likely to arise as a result.Wed, 11 Feb 2026 22:38:48 Z{FA60D08F-4325-45A8-92AE-45CCE2907ADA}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Qatar-law-amicable-settlement-state-claims?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new law imposing a statutory requirement for government entities in Qatar to attempt to settle disputes prior to formal dispute resolution will help attract foreign investment, an expert has said. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:01:44 Z{52727C76-650F-4D24-AEFA-910F75A8AB6A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/French-arbitration-law-widespread-reform?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAs momentum builds for widespread reform of French arbitration law, Paris’ status as a global arbitration hub looks only set to rise in 2026.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:26:17 Z{62F471BF-1744-4CED-8793-FE033F9A6071}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/EU-and-India-agree-landmark-free-trade-agreement?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+Services The free trade agreement between the EU and India constitutes a landmark deal for the two trading partners and the fact that it was secured now after many years of a negotiating impasse is not fortuitous, according to an expert.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:57:37 Z{91B3B0BF-E76B-4CE4-911A-40925F0ABBC1}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Australia-transparency-ownership-interests-listed-entities?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesInvestors in companies listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and foreign entities listed on ASX globally should start planning now for disclosures they may need to make under new Australian legislation set to take effect in December 2026, corporate law experts have advised.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:07:16 Z{26A2FDD6-4030-4881-B74C-106D5F244D2F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Hong-Kong-SAR-centre-of-arbitration-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) remains a premiere seat of arbitration in the Asia-Pacific region, due to its robust legal framework and role as a gateway to mainland China.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:06:15 Z{6B2843B8-16A9-4197-879F-39801433F667}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/qatar-developments-international-arbitration-hub?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA clutch of significant developments have seen Qatar strengthen its position as a centre for international arbitration over the course of 2025.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:03:53 Z{8C7AF140-A6DF-4E5F-AC85-FCEBDDDFC98A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/aifmd-ii-ireland-lending-centre-private-credit?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAIFMD II is due to be implemented in EU member states by 16 April 2026. It represents one of the most significant regulatory developments for the European private credit industry in more than a decade. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:32:02 Z{365935E7-A9FC-4287-A207-FF659E069D75}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/court-of-appeal-clarity-lenders-mortgage-prisoner-concerns?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision by the Court of Appeal in England & Wales highlights that judicial remedies cannot be used to unwind or amend regulated mortgages, an expert has said. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:01:42 Z{A8D5DAE4-0A27-4D5C-B052-D9FC62F22B40}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Use-AI-litigation-itself-become-contentious?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesExpectations over the use of AI to support litigation could evolve to the point that failing to deploy AI in document review and disclosure processes – or doing so in a sub-standard manner – could spur satellite claims against professionals, an expert has said.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:39:07 Z{CDA208BF-487A-475C-A8A0-DC0C3A839026}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/ALS-can-help-drive-smarter-legal-ops-strategy?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesPartnering with alternative legal service providers (ALSPs) can help in-house lawyers make more strategic and smarter choices for their businesses. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:48:41 Z{74CD7867-5921-4EDF-96B6-7A42770A2B0F}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/WA-SOP-adjudication-challenge?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision by the Supreme Court of Western Australia (WASC) has important implications for contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:19:19 Z{645582F7-D495-4BAE-980B-71EE32E1D591}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Updated-UK-data-laws-take-effect-this-week?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesSignificant sections of UK data laws updated last summer will enter into force on Thursday.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:59:03 Z{08C6F555-CF1D-4007-9D32-DBD2CFEF4C16}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/GDPR-complaint-process-refresh-deadline?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUK organisations have been urged to review and update how they handle data protection complaints over the next couple of months before new rules impact this summer.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:51:51 Z{787ED83F-4E0A-46DE-8656-41958286391B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Germany-arbitration-law-reform?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe latest efforts by legislators to digitise and modernise Germany’s arbitration law will considerably strengthen legal certainty in the country’s arbitration rules, experts have said.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:46:10 Z{DA8C996A-0709-4738-BB8D-3FAC393D9BCF}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/FCA-opens-review-future-AI-across-UK-financial-sector?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA major new review has been launched into the role of artificial intelligence across the finance sector launched by the UK’s financial watchdog.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:21:49 Z{177206EB-A32C-467B-AECC-8B9020A2AE1E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-AI-assisted-law-making-regulatory-regime?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses can expect the rules governing their operations in the UAE to change more often if the country’s vision for creating a new ‘regulatory intelligence ecosystem’ is realised, an expert has said.Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:39:08 Z{9CDAAAB1-380E-49A8-BD42-403F398C202B}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Liabilities-arising-use-of-AI-explored-UK-experts?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesLegal experts have highlighted the challenges businesses face in allocating liability for harms that might arise from use of AI, but their paper also gives useful examples that could guide their – and judges’ – understanding of how existing English law might apply, according to technology law specialists.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:03:52 Z{091B3630-BE48-4C97-B245-02C445EF72CC}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ADGM-crypto-mining-regulations?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Abu Dhabi Global Market has launched a consultation on policy considerations for the crypto mining industry, which would include oversight of international activities for entities headquartered in the ADGM.Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:32:11 Z{2D25B299-E080-4485-9194-D000053B9A58}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/reinforces-Germany-seat-predictable-arbitration?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision by Germany’s Supreme Court has reinforced the jurisdiction’s efficiency and predictability as a seat for arbitration, according to legal experts at Pinsent Masons. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:50:29 Z{08E2D13B-BD05-4BA1-87DA-830D668A70E0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-financial-regulator-crypto-assets-market-framework?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesProposals on the way the UK’s financial watchdog plans to regulate businesses conducting crypto asset activities will mean significant changes for organisations which have previously not come under their remit, according to an expert.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:20:14 Z{0EB33425-81B6-4578-B242-75C6150BB49D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/pensions-ombudsman-early-communication-prevents-disputes?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA recent decision by the UK’s Pensions Ombudsman has highlighted the importance of early communication in preventing potential disputes.Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:29:37 Z{17AA5DA2-A381-4BC8-A26C-5F6E333C3480}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/MCIA-2025-annual-report?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesIncreased caseloads, faster awards and improved gender balance of arbitrators are all signs that India’s institutional arbitration ecosystem is maturing and increasing in both trust and credibility.Tue, 27 Jan 2026 22:45:27 Z{C5E2286F-4BC1-402F-AC9D-C9F31F41C47E}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UAE-capital-markets-reform-bolster-investor-protection?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesReforms to the United Arab Emirates’ capital markets regime will modernise and strengthen oversight of the sector and boost investor protection, an expert has said. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:07:11 Z{1232F1A3-BD07-4117-B87C-871CDC6880B0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Dutch-bankers-bonus-caps-compliance-concerns?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew measures to relax the bonus caps for Dutch financial firms could help attract top talent, but may create additional compliance burdens, experts have said. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:11:51 Z{C6EEF0B3-CC2F-4BE8-B86A-7FD31B402396}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DFSA-highlights-shortcomings-conflicts-interest-practices?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFinancial services firms operating in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) have been instructed to significantly enhance the way they identify, manage and mitigate conflicts of interest following the publication of a comprehensive thematic review by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:48:03 Z{52D7BAD1-7F46-4B85-B6A7-E5A8DE3F5DD6}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/UK-data-transfers-guidance-updated?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesUpdated guidance issued by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) on international transfers of personal data provides welcome clarity on the steps that organisations must take to determine whether they are making a “restricted transfer” of personal data to countries outside the UK, according to data protection law experts. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:56:49 Z{EA8B8163-840D-4CF7-B717-204F52F5ED28}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/PODCAST-sanctions-geopolitics-EU-law-AI-developers?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesAs international relations get more complicated and tensions rise Stacy Keen guides us through the spider’s web of sanctions laws, while Malcolm Dowden explains why an upcoming EU law change could release more data for the training of AI systems. Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:25:57 Z{8A021951-8F4A-45AA-908C-E9BAF48FCC7D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DORA-UK-inspection-powers-EU-UK-agreement?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesDifferences in the respective powers of EU and UK financial services regulators to conduct on-site inspections of technology providers have been revealed in a new agreement reached by the two sets of regulators.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:58:09 Z{EFD1DFA9-C82B-4CE0-8431-EB84BE52CF14}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Luxembourg-company-law-reform-greater-flexibility?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA new draft law could significantly streamline the incorporation process for private limited liability companies in Luxembourg, experts have said. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:55:41 Z{82B0A6D8-68B7-4DFB-AA25-BA51A06DFF3C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Criminal-tax-offences-tax-disputes-Luxembourg?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesLuxembourg tax law provides for criminal offences of tax evasion (‘fraude fiscale’), aggravated tax evasion, tax fraud (‘escroquerie fiscal’) and attempts to commit those offenses.Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:33:01 Z{C19EE84F-B28E-4309-984C-EB7140B2B674}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/Employment-Rights-Bill-timeline-autumn-2025-onwards?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Employment Rights Bill is nearing the final stages of the UK parliamentary process, meaning significant changes to employment law in England, Scotland and Wales are close to being enacted.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:30:38 Z{627AEB5A-4166-4734-8924-D80C773C4497}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Navigating-corporate-partnership-tax-Luxembourg?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThis guide focuses on the taxation of companies, corporate or partnership, in Luxembourg and excludes individual taxation.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:22:12 Z{701DE1F1-8D62-4434-8AE1-C64ED045415D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/spider-effect-sanctions-presents-business-risk-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesEscalating geopolitical tensions increase global trade complexities and need to be factored into business’ strategic decision-making in 2026, particularly through the lens of sanctions.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:54:29 Z{30BC638E-C821-4212-B131-BC216CE39691}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/big-data-protection-question-answered-2026?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesBusinesses could find it easier to argue that information they handle is not subject to EU data protection law under legislative proposals that could be endorsed during 2026.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:51:47 Z{51E2A88B-7303-4E20-81BF-9532F5E8DF7D}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Malaysia-revamps-arbitration-rules-in-efficiency-push?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesRecent updates to arbitration rules in Malaysia will boost efficiency and transparency and mirror a broader trend across Asian arbitral institutions, an expert has said.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 14:00:16 Z{5BF9621A-807C-43DE-BB55-352D51D73C26}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/DIFC-crypto-token-regulations-take-effect?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesNew rules governing crypto token regulation in Dubai’s International Financial Centre (DIFC) are set to increase transparency and strengthen the regulatory framework, according to a fintech expert. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:06:36 Z{B9557AF0-C3D0-4B17-A96E-2C6ED6F6B4C0}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Firms-pressure-over-incoming-non-financial-misconduct-rules?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesFinancial service firms are being urged to urgently review updated guidance issued by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) ahead of new rules on non-financial misconduct coming into force on 1 September 2026, experts have warned. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:36:37 Z{A30CDFB6-5146-497B-9C88-F7385BB39470}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/ireland-residential-address-opt-out-company-officers?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesA proposed change to company law in Ireland would give company officers greater privacy and security and help boost the country’s investment potential, an expert has said. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:29:44 Z{0BE4E6DF-5EB6-461C-AA98-5CB06107A7A9}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Guides/Enterprise-Management-Incentive-EMI-Options?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesEnterprise Management Incentive (EMI) options offer tax-advantaged and flexible incentives for companies that meet the qualifying criteria.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:33:09 Z{FCE4E051-2A19-4504-81BB-A7D82D36CB9A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/Saudi-Arabia-beneficial-ownership-rules?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesSaudi Arabia has given the go-ahead to stricter rules on company ownership regulation in a bid to increase transparency over who is in charge of firms in the Kingdom.Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:50:44 Z{B21D211C-C319-491A-9C3B-68DF0C25CA5C}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/HKIAC-updates-fees-procedures?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesThe Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) has significantly expanded the scope of its expedited procedures schedule to meet client demands for greater control and efficiency, as well as slightly increased its fee schedule in an effort to keep costs low, an expert has said. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:13:48 Z{FD4C39E3-4650-4F52-8D08-B5162AF43BA8}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/Analysis/pension-ombudsman-disclaimers-explicit-reassurance?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+Services A recent decision by the UK’s Pensions Ombudsman has found that disclaimers in benefit statements will not absolve a scheme administrator of responsibility, where explicit reassurances are later provided to a member.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:16:46 Z{63BF6B8E-5438-42A6-95B2-B2B6B9BEAB0A}https://www.pinsentmasons.com/Out-Law/News/VAT-recoverability-ruling-Supreme-Court-decision?utm_source=PM+website&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=RSS+Financial+ServicesCompanies which reclaimed VAT on professional fees may have to rethink their options following the final round of a long-running UK court challenge, according to experts.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:44:10 Z