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Finance News, Laws
June 15, 2025
How Malta’s SPVs Obscure Ultimate Beneficial Owners
There's growing concern surrounding the use of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) in Malta to obscure the identities of ultimate beneficial owners. This mechanism, often exploited for asset protection and tax...
Laws
June 13, 2025
How Malta’s legal system permits complex ownership webs
Over the years, Malta has developed a legal framework that accommodates intricate structures of property and corporate ownership. These regulations allow for the establishment of complex ownership webs, enabling businesses...
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
May 23, 2025
What was the Manasco World-Wide Freezing Order really for?
Was the freezing order used to protect assets or punish Manasco? A case of fairness, proportionality, and judicial overreach.
Finance News, Taxation
May 22, 2025
The hidden functions of Malta’s micro trust firms
Just beneath the surface of Malta's vibrant financial landscape lies a network of micro trust firms, often overlooked yet offering a variety of crucial functions. These firms play a pivotal...
Laws
May 10, 2025
Companies Act for Offshore Structuring Benefits
You may be surprised to learn how the Companies Act provides the framework for establishing intricate offshore structures that benefit businesses around the globe. This legislation offers enhanced flexibility and...
Editor’s Choice 1, Laws
April 20, 2025
What even is a Nominee?
Nominee arrangements are legal structures used to conceal ownership in offshore jurisdictions, posing challenges to transparency in corporate governance.
Business News
January 6, 2025
Registering a Holding Company in Malta
With the growing interest in Malta as a favorable jurisdiction for business, understanding the requirements for registering a holding company is vital for prospective entrepreneurs. They must navigate the legal...
Casinos & Bonus, Companies & People
September 4, 2024
Role of Trust Companies in Curacao’s Online Casino Industry
With the booming online casino industry, Curacao has emerged as a hub for trust companies that specialize in providing necessary services to gaming operators. These trust companies play a significant...
Banking
March 5, 2024
Banking Secrets of Malta Unveiled
Just off the coast of Italy lies a tiny Mediterranean island with a big reputation in the world of banking - Malta. In recent years, Malta has gained attention for...
Accounting, Taxation
February 7, 2024
Setting up a Trust in Malta – Tax Advantages
Establishing a trust in Malta can provide significant tax advantages for both settlors and beneficiaries. Malta's trust legislation offers a range of benefits, including asset protection, confidentiality, and flexibility in...