Insights

What investment firms, AIFMD, and UCITS management companies need to know about notifications and requirements under MiCA

As the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (“MiCA”) becomes fully applicable for issuers of crypto assets and Crypto Assets Service Providers (”CASPs”) on December 30 2024, it is essential to understand the impact of this framework on the issuance and regulation of crypto assets within the EU.

Apex Group successfully completes South African acquisitions

Apex Group Ltd. (“Apex” or “the Group”), a global financial services provider, today announced the successful close of the acquisition of Boutique Collective Investments (RF) (Pty) Ltd (“BCI”) and Boutique Investment Partners (Pty) Ltd (“BIP”).

The ESG landscapes in Europe and the US

Hedge funds are thriving in the UAE

The UAE hedge fund ecosystem is growing by leaps and bounds. Whether you look at the number of announcements made, funds registrations in Dubai International Financial Centre (“DIFC”) and Abu Dhabi Global Market (“ADGM”), hedge funds administered by Apex, or Proprietary Trading Firms (“prop shops”) in Dubai free trade zones such as Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (“DMCC”) and Dubai World Trade Centre ("DWTC”) – the evidence is overwhelming.

Apex Group South Africa stake acquired by BBBEE consortium

Apex Group Ltd. (“Apex Group” or “the Group”), a global financial services provider, today announces the sale of a minority stake in Apex Fund Services HoldCo Pty Ltd (“Apex Group South Africa”) by Ditikeni Trust to a BBBEE-owned consortium of investors.

Embracing innovation in private credit

Essential operational considerations for first-time fund managers

First-time fund managers coming to market are facing some of the most challenging market conditions since 2008. The fundraising market is more crowded than ever, making it even harder for emerging managers and first-time funds to raise capital.

Impact of proposed changes to UK Corporate Governance Code: insights from Apex Group

Apex Group Ltd, a global financial services provider, responds to the UK Corporate Governance Code.

The real impact of ESG

Behind the scenes of data innovation: Insights from a CDO

Martin French, Chief Data Officer (“CDO”) at Apex Group was interviewed by FinTech Focus TV, where he discussed the evolving role of a CDO, bridging the gap between technology and business development, and how to harness data for growth.

Apex Group expands ESG & Sustainability offering

Announces new solutions following MJ Hudson acquisition

Why DEI efforts fail: The importance of proper diagnosis and robust follow up

With the arrival of Global Diversity Awareness Month and Black History Month, there is an opportunity to reflect on corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) efforts and their level of success