On 20 May 2021, the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the HKEx) published conclusions to its consultation on review of the Listing Rules relating to disciplinary powers and sanctions1 (the Consultation Conclusions). The HKEx received diverse views, with a majority of respondents agreeing with most of the proposed changes to the HKEx’s disciplinary regime. […]
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No matter what type of business you’re in, sooner or later you have to deal with the State Corporation Commission (SCC) or Secretary of State. These offices handle the formalities of setting up and maintaining a business, whether it’s a partnership, corporation, limited liability company or other entity. You or someone you designate must deal with […]
EmergeCounsel has a long standing and close relationship with A+ Colorado, an organization focusing on the evaluation and advocacy for district-level decisions, policies, and approaches to impact student achievement primarily in Denver Public Schools. Our very own Steve Weigler introduces Dr. Ivory A. Toldson during their event, “No Bad Stats: Debunking Myths About Black Students” who discusses […]
On May 6, 2021, the Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission (“MMCC”) issued Bulletin 2021–006 providing revised rules and requirements for the manufacture and sale of edible cannabis products. The May 6, 2021 Bulletin revised and amended the MMCC’s April 9, 2021 Bulletin on the same subject. The revised Bulletin includes updated packaging and labeling requirements and provides […]
As we roll into a new financial year and start to wrap up the data for the 2021 financial year, it is prudent to look at the changes to compliance that may affect your financial reporting. The Covid pandemic has created extraordinary economic circumstances, and there is still uncertainty around the future and the impact […]
What are Non-fungible tokens? Non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”) are unique digital tokens backed by blockchain technology, the same distributed ledger technology supporting well known cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Bitcoin. Despite having been around for a while, NFTs have become quite the rage recently largely due to the popularity of cryptocurrency as well as the infrastructure […]
In 2017, a Villanova University business professor posited that there would be only 30 technology companies in 2030, 10 in 2050—and then none.1 In a sector defined by consolidation, the tech companies that have survived in competitive markets have become household names, with brand assets that contribute to their financial performance and valuation. !ese companies […]
Italy: a country where you can invest Italy is recognized worldwide as one of the best countries in which to live. Just think of the many UNESCO world heritage sites, the marvelous artistic and natural sites, and all the products of excellence that contribute to making the “made in Italy” brands among the most appreciated […]
Anooshiravan Karimi of Karimi & Associates Law Firm hosted a presentation for the MENA group this week. To read the full presentation, click here
The Department of Economic Development Dubai has revealed a list of registered commercial and industrial activities that are now open to partial or full foreign ownership in the emirate. The Department’s decision on foreign ownership of commercial activities comes in line with the Federal Decree-Law No. (26) of 2020 amending the provisions of Federal Law […]
On 20 May 2021, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) and the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX) issued their joint statement on IPO-related misconduct1 setting out issues detected in recent new listings and the regulators’ proposed approach to dealing with them. These issues mainly involve arrangements to artificially satisfy the initial listing requirements […]