Understanding the New Era of OTC Markets Regulation

  • January 25, 2025
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  • 3 minute read
An analysis of EMIR's evolution from crisis response to market reform. Examining how EU law balances systemic risk with building domestic clearing capacity through EMIR 3.0's changes.

The Nexus of State Power and Terrorism Financing

  • September 15, 2024
  • 438 views
  • 24 minute read
The FBME Bank case exposes the complex web of international finance and crime. From Cyprus to Russia, this saga involves allegations of money laundering, terrorist financing, and high-level political maneuvering. Bill Browder's crusade against Russian corruption intertwines with FBME's downfall, highlighting the challenges in combating financial crimes. This story underscores the ongoing struggle between regulatory bodies and those exploiting the global banking system.

Exploring the Role Separation of Chairman and CEO in the UK

  • January 4, 2024
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  • 2 minute read
Exploring dual leadership in corporate governance, this article delves into the essential separation of Chairman and CEO roles. Rooted in history and organizational theories, it highlights the delicate balance needed for effective oversight, aligning managerial and ownership interests while acknowledging associated costs

Balancing Corporate Governance: Exploring the Divergence of Agency and Stakeholder Theory

  • October 17, 2023
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  • 3 minute read
Both theories advocate for the limitation of shareholder power. Agency theory highlights the importance of general meetings and solutions to the agency problem, while stakeholder theory emphasizes checks and balances. Ultimately, these theories provide valuable insights into achieving a delicate balance between individual rights and the common good in contemporary corporate governance.

EU couldn’t tame the …snail

  • September 1, 2022
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  • 2 minute read
Let’s suppose the UK’s decision to exit the European Union somehow reflected the belief that the parliamentary sovereignty was curtailed by the supremacy of EU law. Then why there isn’t a complaint about the curtailed by the Common Law?