The Irish government has drafted legislation that will replace the current Limited Liability Partnership Act 1907 and the Registration of Business Names Act 1963 when it comes into force. It will expand the registrar's powers and introduce additional reporting and disclosure requirements, Irish Legal News reports.
The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is creating a special department to combat money laundering. The corresponding decision was made by the country's parliament. This is reported by the Luxembourg Times.
The Isle of Man Central Register has announced it has hired cybersecurity firm SQR to provide “seamless verification” of the identity of beneficial owners of local businesses. This was reported by Global Government Fintech.
Beneficiaries, according to local law, are considered to be persons who control at least 25% of the shares or interests of companies registered in the Isle of Man.