AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoInternational Financial Services: Premier André Ebanks is in Trinidad and New York this week to strengthen Cayman’s financial services relationships, including discussions on anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, virtual assets and emerging financial crime trends. Corporate Governance: Patrice Boothe has been appointed to the Board of Collas Crill Corporate Services, adding directorship and governance expertise to the Cayman-based firm’s leadership bench. Aviation & Tourism: Cayman Airways launched its first nonstop route from Grand Cayman to Austin, Texas, supporting the territory’s stayover tourism push and expanding its U.S. network. Regulatory & Compliance: Cayman’s attorney general met Ebanks in Port of Spain to align on regional trade opportunities and compliance work under CFATF. Local Services: Bulk waste collection continues this week for North Side, East End and the sister islands, with residents urged to prepare items by the schedule end. Crypto & Fintech (Cayman-linked): VALR says it received provisional CIMA approval to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider, while Toobit announced VIP status upgrades and new rewards campaigns. Global Industry Watch: A major U.S. insurance fraud case saw Greg Lindberg sentenced to 12 years for a $2 billion scheme.
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