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fromIndependent
8 hours ago

Paschal Donohoe eased concerns of top three corporate tax multinationals before joining World Bank

The Government is considering the possibility of enhanced tax credits for multinational companies, which include major players like Apple, Eli Lilly, and Microsoft.
European startups
#insider-trading
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Growth hacking

He Ruined His Career for $46,000 - Then Became an FBI Informant for the Biggest Insider Trading Sting in History

Business
fromFuturism
5 hours ago

Billionaire Says Insider Trading Should Be Fully Legalized

Legalizing insider trading could allow asset prices to correct themselves, according to billionaire Thomas Peterffy.
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

He Ruined His Career for $46,000 - Then Became an FBI Informant for the Biggest Insider Trading Sting in History

Ambiguous performance pressure and unclear ethical boundaries enable ordinary ambitious professionals to cross into illegal activity like insider trading, with severe lifelong consequences.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

How to Prevent Insider Trading on Trump's Wars

Anonymous bets on Polymarket predicting a U.S. strike on Iran, placed hours before the attack, generated over $1.2 million in profits, raising concerns about insider trading and the need for prediction market regulation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Richard Tice's firm alleged to have broken law by failing to pay tax

Richard Tice's company allegedly failed to pay required tax on dividends, leading to accusations of legal violations and tax evasion.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

BigLaw firm faces questions over $35M bill

Alberto Safra challenges a $35 million bill from Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr, raising concerns over high charges and billing practices.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.
Bootstrapping
fromIndependent
1 day ago

How to avoid the moneylender pitfalls catching out vulnerable borrowers in Ireland

Short-term loans offer quick cash but often come with hidden costs due to confusing interest rates.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Bitwise Hyperliquid ETF Filing Updated Launch Could Be Near, Analyst Says

Bitwise Asset Management's BHYP ETF for HYPE token is nearing launch, with a 0.67% management fee and significant market interest.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

At-risk traders anxious despite court reprieve

Traders at Brixton Plaza are fighting eviction to make way for a supermarket, but a High Court injunction has temporarily halted the process.
#cybersecurity
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago
Information security

Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

The Treasury Department will share cyber threat intelligence with cryptocurrency firms to enhance their cybersecurity measures against increasing threats.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago
Cryptocurrency

Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Initiative Expanding Threat Intelligence Access for Digital Asset Firms

U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms to enhance protections and integrate with traditional finance.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US summoned bank bosses to discuss cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model

US Treasury secretary convened bank chiefs to address cybersecurity risks from Anthropic's AI model, Claude Mythos, which poses unprecedented threats.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 days ago

'Several dozen' orgs targeted by a new extortion crew

A new extortion crew, UNC6783, targets high-value corporations using phishing and social engineering tactics to steal sensitive data.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

The Treasury Department will share cyber threat intelligence with cryptocurrency firms to enhance their cybersecurity measures against increasing threats.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Initiative Expanding Threat Intelligence Access for Digital Asset Firms

U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms to enhance protections and integrate with traditional finance.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

France Advances Law Mandating Self Custody Funds' Disclosure

The French National Assembly passed a bill requiring disclosure of self-custody wallets holding over 5,000 euros.
Retirement
fromSubstack
1 week ago

Episode 184: Expat Retirement Planning, Dual Citizenship Taxes, and the Babylist IPO

American expats must navigate complex retirement planning and tax implications when living abroad.
Poker
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Nobody Knows How to File Taxes on Prediction Market Wins

Tax guidance for prediction market profits is unclear, leaving taxpayers uncertain about reporting obligations.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Broadridge and Galaxy Pioneer Blockchain Proxy Voting for US Public Companies

Galaxy Digital is the first U.S. public company to utilize Broadridge's onchain proxy voting platform for its May 2026 annual shareholder vote.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Jamie Dimon says US should strengthen allies economically, in veiled criticism of Trump

Strengthening economic ties with allies is crucial to avoid adverse global consequences amid rising tensions and conflicts.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

America's CEOs have become reluctant guardians of democracy | Fortune

Business leaders have historically played a crucial role in promoting democracy and social justice in America.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Ten years since Panama Papers: What did they reveal, did anything change?

The Panama Papers leak revealed extensive offshore financial networks used by the global elite, involving over 11.5 million documents from Mossack Fonseca.
Law
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Computer engineer claims he was penalised for flagging Israeli links of firm given 'bananas' server access at top Irish cybersecurity company

A cyber-security firm reprimanded an engineer for discriminatory comments regarding an Israeli company's access to its servers amid concerns about Palestinian genocide.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 days ago

SEC, Treasury Officials Urge Congress To Pass Crypto Market Bill

Congress is urged to quickly pass the Clarity Act to establish clear regulations for cryptocurrencies and blockchain products.
Business
fromFortune
4 days ago

Jamie Dimon warned high taxes would push business out of New York, but the city is honing its edge over Miami in attracting top talent, report finds | Fortune

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warns of potential business exodus from New York due to high taxes and regulations, despite exaggerated migration data.
Intellectual property law
fromReadWrite
1 week ago

CFTC lawsuit targets states over prediction markets ban

Federal regulators are suing Arizona, Illinois, and Connecticut to assert authority over event contracts against state regulations labeling them as unlicensed gambling.
#401k
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US politics

401(k) Plans Could Add Riskier Investments Under a New Rule

The Trump administration is enabling riskier alternative investments in 401(k) plans, easing regulations for plan sponsors.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago
Retirement

The 401(k) Loophole Wealthy Savers Are Quietly Using to Shelter Up to $46,000 a Year

The mega backdoor Roth allows significant after-tax contributions to a Roth account, potentially increasing retirement savings substantially.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

401(k) Plans Could Add Riskier Investments Under a New Rule

The Trump administration is enabling riskier alternative investments in 401(k) plans, easing regulations for plan sponsors.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

The 401(k) Loophole Wealthy Savers Are Quietly Using to Shelter Up to $46,000 a Year

The mega backdoor Roth allows significant after-tax contributions to a Roth account, potentially increasing retirement savings substantially.
#remote-work
fromAol
1 week ago
Travel

Countries With No Income Tax That Are Perfect For Remote Work In Paradise

fromIslands
1 week ago
Travel

Countries With No Income Tax That Are Perfect For Remote Work In Paradise - Islands

Travel
fromAol
1 week ago

Countries With No Income Tax That Are Perfect For Remote Work In Paradise

Remote work has surged due to the pandemic, leading to the rise of digital nomads and countries offering incentives for remote workers.
Travel
fromIslands
1 week ago

Countries With No Income Tax That Are Perfect For Remote Work In Paradise - Islands

Remote work has surged due to the pandemic, leading to the rise of digital nomads and countries offering incentives for remote workers.
World news
fromReadWrite
1 week ago

Experts say geopolitical trades test limits of insider trading laws

Unusual trading patterns before Trump's Iran announcement raise questions about market integrity and the adequacy of current regulations.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

The Hidden Cost of JEPI That Most Monthly Income Investors Skip Over

The JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF offers an 8.57% yield, but has hidden costs and variable payments that can impact retirement income planning.
#apollo-global-management
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Major Wall Street powerhouse weighs southern move as Mamdani-led tax threats swirl

Apollo Global Management is considering relocating to the Sunbelt due to New York City's proposed tax increases on corporations.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Major Wall Street powerhouse weighs southern move as Mamdani-led tax threats swirl

Apollo Global Management is considering relocating to the Sunbelt due to New York City's proposed tax increases on corporations.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Michael Flatley's new board to probe alleged purchase of Daniel Kinahan's mansion seized by CAB

The purchase of Daniel Kinahan's luxury mansion from the Criminal Assets Bureau will come under boardroom scrutiny as Michael Flatley has won back control over his hit show.
LA real estate
#fincen
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

FinCEN proposes new AML rule for financial institutions

FinCEN proposed a rule to reform AML/CFT programs, focusing on effectiveness and reducing compliance burdens for financial institutions.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

FinCEN's anti-money laundering rule struck down now what?

FinCEN has authority to regulate real estate transactions and enforce reporting requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

FinCEN proposes new AML rule for financial institutions

FinCEN proposed a rule to reform AML/CFT programs, focusing on effectiveness and reducing compliance burdens for financial institutions.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

FinCEN's anti-money laundering rule struck down now what?

FinCEN has authority to regulate real estate transactions and enforce reporting requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act.
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Wall Street bonuses hit record high as NY lawmakers debate raising taxes on the rich

"As budgets are being finalized both at the city and state level, caution would be appropriate. There are so many geopolitical trends that are happening that are way beyond our control."
NYC politics
Business
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Jamie Dimon warns high taxes could push people out of New York but Wall Street isn't leaving yet

High taxes in New York City may drive businesses and wealthy individuals away, but current demand for office space remains strong.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Labour's tax uncertainty is pushing Britain's wealthiest towards the exit

Britain's ultra-wealthy are considering leaving due to unstable fiscal policies rather than high tax rates.
European startups
fromTNW | China
1 week ago

Chinese tech companies pivot to Hong Kong as US and EU barriers tighten

Mainland Chinese companies increasingly use Hong Kong for IPOs, reflecting a shift in capital raising strategies amid geopolitical tensions.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

The 401(k) Move Executives Make Every December to Shield Their Bonus From Taxes

Most employer 401(k) plans allow mid-year changes to the deferral election percentage. Before the bonus pay period, raise the deferral rate high enough to funnel as much of the bonus as possible into the 401(k), up to the annual limit.
Retirement
fromReadWrite
5 days ago

Federal appeals court ruling strengthens Kalshi case

The Third Circuit ruled in Kalshi's favor. People use prediction markets because they're more fair, transparent, and reward being right. Free markets work. We should keep them that way. This is a big win for the industry and millions of users.
Law
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Global super-rich may have hidden $3.55tn from tax officials, says Oxfam

$3.55 trillion of global wealth is hidden from tax authorities, primarily owned by the richest 0.1% of households.
#prediction-markets
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
1 week ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

With boom in prediction markets, some lawmakers worry about how to police themselves

Prediction market bets on geopolitical events lack regulatory oversight, enabling potential insider trading by government officials without financial disclosure requirements.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
1 week ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

With boom in prediction markets, some lawmakers worry about how to police themselves

Prediction market bets on geopolitical events lack regulatory oversight, enabling potential insider trading by government officials without financial disclosure requirements.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Wealthy British nationals fleeing Gulf conflict bypass UK to avoid tax bills

Wealthy UK nationals are relocating to Ireland and France to avoid UK tax liabilities while fleeing conflict in the Gulf, with some seeking HMRC's exceptional circumstances provisions to extend their tax-free days in Britain.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Think an S-Corp Saves You Money? Think Again

S-corp tax savings require consistent high income, defensible salary optimization, and careful analysis of compliance costs, QBI deductions, and retirement contributions to determine actual benefit.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
3 weeks ago

UK Companies House Exposed Details of Millions of Firms

A critical vulnerability in Companies House WebFiling allowed authenticated users to access other companies' accounts and sensitive data of five million firms through a simple browser navigation technique.
fromFortune
1 month ago

How the ultrawealthy use smartphone apps to avoid millions in taxes | Fortune

For high-net-worth individuals who declare residence in low- or non-tax jurisdictions such as Florida, Texas, or Puerto Rico, yet continue to circulate between New York, California, Illinois, and other high-tax states, the answer increasingly runs through software. Most tax tracking apps were launched in the 2010s, but they gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic as remote work expanded dramatically.
Privacy technologies
Business
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The SEC may be about to blow up the quarterly earnings cycle. Here's why CFOs are nervous. | Fortune

CFOs may need to adapt to potential SEC proposal allowing semiannual financial reporting instead of quarterly, impacting investor relations and governance.
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Tax Haven, USA: Mapping the tiny tax shelters scattered across America

A New Jersey assemblyman accused someone of attempting to bribe him to kill a bill that would dissolve Teterboro, a tax haven municipality with minimal residents and businesses.
Business
fromHarvard Business Review
3 weeks ago

Boards Often Misunderstand What Stock Buybacks Really Cost

Share buybacks are often misunderstood as capital returns when they primarily offset dilution from stock-based compensation rather than representing true shareholder payouts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Wall Street is betting on tariff refunds after Supreme Court ruling

Wall Street hedge funds are purchasing tariff refund claims from importers at discounts averaging 45 cents on the dollar, capitalizing on uncertainty about refund timing and process following the Supreme Court's tariff ruling.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

HMRC interest 'double standards' branded unfair as taxpayers face higher charges than rebates

HMRC charges taxpayers 7.75% interest on late payments but pays only 2.75% on refunds, creating a structurally unfair system with no equivalent penalties for HMRC delays.
Retirement
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

SEC eyes shift to twice-yearly earnings reports | TechCrunch

The SEC is developing a proposal to allow public companies to report earnings semiannually instead of quarterly, potentially reducing compliance costs and encouraging more companies to go public.
UK news
fromCity AM
1 month ago

Banks push for tech giants to share scam ad costs

Social media platforms profit from scam advertisements but contribute nothing to fraud reimbursement costs borne by banks and payment firms.
Law
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

HMRC investigations into big businesses now last nearly three and a half years on average

HMRC tax investigations into UK's largest companies average 41 months to resolve, with over 2,100 active cases affecting roughly half of Britain's largest enterprises.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Hong Kong-linked company decries search of Panama Canal port offices

Panama Ports Company (PPC), part of the Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison, said the Panamanian government acted in disregard for the rule of law. It decried what it called the latest steps to invade and take the property of PPC during a search on Thursday. It also accused authorities of entering a private storage site without notice and ignoring requests to safeguard sensitive corporate data.
World politics
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Avoid These Tax Pitfalls When Expanding Your Startup Overseas

U.S. entrepreneurs expanding internationally must plan early and obtain expert advice to avoid unexpected tax obligations, compliance requirements, and permanent establishment issues in foreign countries.
US politics
fromFlowingData
1 month ago

Database to explore conflicts of interest through financial disclosures

ProPublica created a searchable database of financial disclosure documents from the president and 1,573 executive branch appointees, revealing their assets, outside positions, and compensation.
Business intelligence
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Why UK business leaders turn to corporate intelligence to mitigate hidden risks - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK business leaders increasingly rely on corporate intelligence to navigate geopolitical risks, supply chain vulnerabilities, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory pressures that traditional governance tools cannot adequately address.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

At least 3.7m unaccounted for as liquidators appointed to investment firm

Provisional liquidators were appointed to Strand Investments & Finance Ltd (123 Financial Services) after suspected misappropriation left at least €3.7m unaccounted and clients affected.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Everything you want to know about the drama in private credit but were too afraid to ask

Private credit, a $3 trillion market where investors loan directly to businesses, faces scrutiny after major firms experienced significant redemptions and fund freezes, raising concerns about potential bubble risks.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Who is financing deep-sea mining?

Major financial institutions have invested at least $684 million in companies linked to deep-sea mining despite public pledges not to finance the activity.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

How private equity accounting software simplifies UK fund and SPV accounting - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Private equity firms operating in the UK face a uniquely complex accounting landscape. Between fund structures, special purpose vehicles (SPVs), regulatory requirements and investor reporting, financial management can quickly become overwhelming. For many firms, legacy systems and spreadsheets are no longer sufficient to support the level of accuracy, transparency and efficiency required. As a result, an increasing number of UK firms are turning to dedicated private equity accounting software to simplify fund and SPV accounting while improving control and compliance.
Software development
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany news: Deutsche Bank raided in money laundering probe

Deutsche Bank offices in Frankfurt and Berlin were searched by police and prosecutors in an investigation into suspected money laundering.
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Wealthy use loophole to conceal value of 300m in Scottish land sales

A legal loophole allows landowners to hide Highland estate sale prices from the public register, undermining land-market transparency and prompting calls to tighten the law.
Tech industry
fromIndependent
2 months ago

US Justice Department opens probe in alleged corporate spy plot involving Irish executive

The U.S. Justice Department opened a criminal investigation into allegations that Deel recruited an Irish spy inside rival Rippling.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Everybody Loves Our Dollars by Oliver Bullough review a jaw-dropping expose of money laundering

In April 2024, the value of all the dollar bills in circulation reached an all-time high of $2.345tn, and may well be even more than that by now. The total value of dollars in the world has doubled every decade since the 1970s. Similarly, there are 1.552tn euro notes in circulation, while most other currencies the British pound, the Japanese yen, the Swiss franc and so on are all at something like their highest levels in history.
World news
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Jamie Dimon on Trump's debanking lawsuit: 'I'd be angry, too', but it has no merit

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon acknowledges Trump's anger over account closures but maintains the lawsuit lacks merit, stating banks sometimes must close accounts due to regulatory requirements they cannot disclose.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Just three firms now pay 46pc of all corporation tax

Top three corporate taxpayers in Ireland accounted for 46% (€13bn) of corporation tax in 2024, likely Apple, Microsoft and Eli Lilly.
#jeffrey-epstein
fromReadWrite
1 month ago

Kalshi insider trading enforcement sparks criticism

The Commission has full authority to police illegal trading practices occurring on any DCM, including those described above related to prediction markets. Kalshi used its own announcement to underscore that we ban insider trading and said it had launched about 200 investigations over the past year. More than a dozen of those inquiries led to formal enforcement actions.
Cryptocurrency
#dp-world
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

How Crypto Is Used for Political Corruption

Trump administration deregulation and family crypto profits coincided with unregulated crypto growth, increasing consumer theft risk and enabling political corruption.
fromFortune
1 month ago

The ultrawealthy have 3 big secrets on reducing taxes including the way they die | Fortune

The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use - to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government - can also work for people with far more modest estates. "It's a strategic game of chess played over decades," says Mark Bosler, an estate planning attorney in Troy, Michigan, and legal adviser to Real Estate Bees.
Law
US politics
fromFortune
2 months ago

Trump is driving capital out of capitalism | Fortune

Government and SEC actions are stripping shareholders' ownership rights, transforming public companies into unaccountable private fiefdoms and undermining capitalism.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Elon Musk called on corporations to ditch Delaware. They didn't listen.

Despite high-profile departures and billionaire complaints, Delaware experienced a net increase in company incorporations in 2025.
US politics
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Senate GOP aims to reveal companies funding lawsuits

Senate Republicans introduced the Litigation Funding Transparency Act to require disclosure by third-party litigation funders and bar them from influencing settlements or accessing protected evidence.
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

Big pile of money

A review by the editorial board relying on analyses from news organizations shows that Mr. Trump has used the office of the presidency to make at least $1.4 billion.
US politics
Business
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Michael Houghton: Why deemed disposal matters less than you think

Deemed disposal taxes index funds held outside standard capital gains treatment, reducing investment returns but manageable through specific strategies to lessen its impact.
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