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Key responsibilities of the company secretary and why it is crucial now more than ever

Customers, regulators, investors, and even employees are putting pressure on companies to be transparent and accountable. As a result, reducing risk and fostering growth depend on good corporate governance. The company secretary plays an important but frequently misunderstood role in any corporate governance framework.What you need to know about...

Securitization, smart contracts, and the evolving role of the intermediate

The world of finance is evolving as a result of distributed ledger technologies like blockchain.The transition to decentralised finance, or DeFi, is being driven by several technologies. DeFi is revolutionising the way financial institutions operate, particularly the way intermediaries work with different counterparties and apply smart contracts during securitization...

How to get ready for the SFDR’s regulatory technical standards for fund managers

Environmental, social, and governance issues are now a top concern for regulators as well as investors. The EU has concentrated on encouraging private investments in sustainable finance in recent years, starting with taxonomy regulation to more precisely identify sustainable activities. Additionally, it is establishing benchmarks for climate change and...