The Common Reporting Standard has been part of the Cayman compliance environment since 2016. For most financial institutions, it has become a routine obligation. The OECD's first major update since inception changes that. CRS 2.0 is now in force, bringing expanded scope, tighter data requirements, new deadlines, and a sharper enforcement regime — and for fund directors and boards, the window to prepare is shorter than it may appear.

CIMA's first Corporate Governance Thematic Review under its enforceable Rule on Corporate Governance found real gaps across the industry — from weak conflicts of interest protocols to absent succession plans and inadequate board minutes. For fund managers operating in the Cayman Islands, the findings serve as a direct prompt to examine current practices. With CIMA expected to intensify scrutiny in 2026, boards that have yet to act are running out of time to do so on their own

CIMA's first Corporate Governance Thematic Review under its enforceable Rule on Corporate Governance found real gaps across the industry — from weak conflicts of interest protocols to absent succession plans and inadequate board minutes. For fund managers operating in the Cayman Islands, the findings serve as a direct prompt to examine current practices. With CIMA expected to intensify scrutiny in 2026, boards that have yet to act are running out of time to do so on their own

Technology is reshaping the company secretary role. As boards grow more complex and regulatory demands multiply across jurisdictions, manual processes are no longer sufficient. This article explores how tools like board portals, AI assistants, and automated compliance tracking are transforming board support — and what that means for governance professionals.

The UAE remains one of the most active markets for fund managers and investment firms — and that continues to be the case. Managers are still getting registered and regulated. New funds are still being launched. Business is moving forward. The UAE has taken clear and decisive steps to protect its people and guests, and we're pleased to say that our team is safe and well. Our team at Daymer, based in the Dubai International Financial Centre, is still here to support clients at

We are pleased to welcome Martin Laufer , CPA, CFA, TEP, CESGA® to Daymer Group as an Independent Director. Martin brings over 15 years of fiduciary experience in the international investment funds industry, having served as an independent director and AML officer across Cayman Islands–regulated mutual funds, private funds, and regulated asset managers. His career spans some of the most respected names in our industry, including BNY Mellon, where he led fiduciary services for

Daymer Group is proud to announce its membership with Cayman Finance and looks forward to joining a collaborative network of more than 150 member firms representing Cayman’s financial services industry. Through this membership, Daymer Group joins a community committed to thought leadership, industry advocacy, and the continued growth and development of the Cayman Islands as a leading international financial centre.

London and Cayman based consulting group expands with regulated Dubai office to provide services to the growing Middle East investment community and startup market January 2026: Daymer Group, a leading independent Fiduciary and Consulting company providing services to the Asset Management industry, is expanding its footprint and opening an office in the Dubai International Financial Centre, UAE. The Dubai office is regulated by the DFSA and will be led by senior finance prof

By Grant Harding, FCA, CPA, MBA, Independent Director at Daymer Group Ever-increasing regulatory expectations and a new era of technology have placed mounting pressure on boards of directors, especially those overseeing investment funds. Unfortunately, the situation is worsening; there is a tsunami on the horizon, which is being fuelled by rapidly growing global public debt. This debt is projected to exceed 100% of global GDP by 2029, reaching levels not seen since the post

Inna Korzhevskaya (FCA) Partner at Larkstoke Advisors | Tax Advisory | Asset Managers In the current world having the right independent fund director is a strategic asset. For fund managers an independent director brings credibility, governance, discipline and demonstrates to investors that the fund is managed with transparency and integrity. Hence it is important to choose the right director for your fund. We have sat down with Richard Scott-Hopkins , the founder of Dayme

Platform launches with over 20 corporate clients, representing more than $10Bn AUM London, 06 August 2025: Daymer Group today launches...