Key Updates from the Global Registry World
This week’s Registry News highlights key developments in the global registry space. From beneficial ownership updates and new corporate transparency initiatives to the launch of business tracking systems, this week’s news demonstrates a commitment to improving transparency, compliance, and ease of access to company information.
Here’s a roundup of the most important updates:
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Malta: Global Working Group on Beneficial Ownership Meeting in Malta
Malta is hosting a Global Working Group meeting focused on advancing strategies for the implementation and sharing of beneficial ownership data, boosting global transparency efforts. Read more -
Botswana: CIPA Strengthens Compliance Ahead of FATF Assessment
Botswana’s CIPA is ramping up efforts to comply with global standards in preparation for its upcoming FATF assessment. Read more -
India: Statistical Business Register Coming by 2025
The Indian government is working on creating a statistical business register, which will track the opening and closing of businesses across the country, set to be launched by 2025. Read more -
Serbia: Central Register of Beneficial Owners Enacted
Serbia has enacted a new law to create a central register of beneficial owners, aimed at increasing corporate transparency and helping combat financial crime. Read more -
Saudi Arabia: New Beneficial Ownership Rules to Enhance Corporate Transparency
Saudi Arabia is introducing new rules on beneficial ownership aimed at increasing corporate transparency and reducing financial crime risks. Read more -
United Kingdom: Companies House Launches Registration of Authorised Corporate Service Providers
Companies House in the UK has launched a new registration process for authorised corporate service providers, aiming to enhance regulatory oversight. Read more -
Luxembourg: Streamlined Business Registration Process
Luxembourg is introducing a new plan to streamline its business registration process, aiming to cut red tape and improve efficiency for businesses. Read more -
Global: Starlink and Corporate Sovereignty in Outer Space
The challenges of corporate sovereignty in outer space are explored in a new analysis of Starlink’s operations and international law. Read more -
United States: Florida Bill Aims to Launch Statewide Registry for Animal Abusers
Florida’s new bill proposes the creation of a statewide registry for animal abusers, aiming to increase accountability and prevent harm. Read more -
Ghana: Assessment of Beneficial Ownership Regime in Ghana
A new assessment of Ghana’s beneficial ownership regime has been conducted, providing insights into its effectiveness in improving transparency. Read more -
United Kingdom: Companies House Preparing for ID Verification Requirements
Companies House is preparing to introduce new identity verification requirements as part of ongoing reforms aimed at reducing fraud. Read more -
Isle of Man: Changes to the Companies Act to Streamline Filing Process
The Isle of Man is set to make changes to its Companies Act to simplify the filing process, improving business registration efficiency. Read more
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