Legal Insights

Some time ago, the tokenisation of assets moved beyond the experimental stage in the context of investment funds in the Cayman Islands. What perhaps began as a niche exercise in representing interests on a blockchain is increasingly being proposed by mainstream sponsors as a way to broaden distribution,…

Families and businesses in Hong Kong, mainland China and across Asia have long used BVI or Cayman corporate vehicles as holding entities for their businesses and assets.

Fiat currency transactions – What rules and restrictions govern the exchange of fiat currency and cryptoassets?

What legal framework governs cryptoassets? Is there specific legislation governing cryptoassets and businesses transacting with cryptoassets?

In certain circumstances, the liquidator of a British Virgin Islands (“BVI”) company may be able to set aside certain transactions which took place in the lead up to the company’s liquidation. It is important for those concerned with the affairs of a BVI company that they are aware…

Explore the key features of preference shares and redemption rights in Cayman Islands exempted companies, including investor protections, redemption procedures, and legal considerations for venture capital and private equity investors.

How BVI is addressing the legal implications of decentralised autonomous organisations (“DAOs”) with regards to their assets and liabilities.

Section 22 of the Cayman Islands Exempted Limited Partnership Act (2025 Revision) (“ELP Act”) provides: “Subject to any express or implied term of the partnership agreement, each limited partner may demand and shall receive from a general partner true and full information regarding the state of the business…