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Biography

Aki Corsoni-Husain
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... responsive and knowledgeable” and "very impressive".

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Aki Corsoni-Husain

Partner | Funds & Regulatory | London
+44 203 752 3645 aki.corsoni-husain@harneys.com
Biography

Aki Corsoni-Husain is the global head of Regulatory & Tax, specialising in all aspects of contentious and non-contentious financial services, sanctions, fintech, AML, and tax information exchange law. His practice covers the British Virgin Islands, Cyprus/ EU law, and other jurisdictions within our network. Aki works intensively with and mentors all of our regulatory and tax lawyers located across the globe. As relevant, he provides consultative professional advice to governmental and regulatory authorities on the regimes underpinning global regulatory initiatives and frequently presents at conferences on these topics. Aki works on

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Aki Corsoni-Husain is the global head of Regulatory & Tax, specialising in all aspects of contentious and non-contentious financial services, sanctions, fintech, AML, and tax information exchange law. His practice covers the British Virgin Islands, Cyprus/ EU law, and other jurisdictions within our network. Aki works intensively with and mentors all of our regulatory and tax lawyers located across the globe. As relevant, he provides consultative professional advice to governmental and regulatory authorities on the regimes underpinning global regulatory initiatives and frequently presents at conferences on these topics. Aki works on a daily basis with the world’s top financial institutions and law firms.

Prior to joining us, Aki worked in the Financial Markets and Regulatory group at Dentons in London and has also spent time in-house on secondment at Goldman Sachs International, Shell plc, and ABN AMRO Bank.

Aki is the founder of, and regular contributor to, our ground-breaking Regulatory Blog and our Expert Review podcast series. He also serves as a contributing editor to many publications, including British Virgin Islands Commercial Law, Bermuda Commercial Law and International Guide to Money Laundering Law and Practice.

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Cyprus
2018

British Virgin Islands
2009

England and Wales
2004

Nottingham Trent University (LPC)
2001

University College London (LLB)
2000

... responsive and knowledgeable” and "very impressive".
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Authored by Aki

Regulatory Blog
BVI FSC publishes educational videos enhancing compliance with proliferation financing risks
Regulatory Blog
The Central Bank of Cyprus warns investors about risks on crypto-asset investments
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ECB decision: Access by non-bank payment service providers to Eurosystem central bank operated payment systems and central bank accounts
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BVI Financial Services Commission releases revised Handbook on International Cooperation
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Update to EU Sanctions on Russia-Ukraine-Belarus (up to 14 March 2025)
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ESAs publish guidance on the definition of ICT services under DORA
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European Commission rejects the RTS on subcontracting ICT services supporting critical or important functions
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BVI FSC shares key insights from international regulatory forums in Hong Kong and London
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BVI gains an excellent investment-grade credit rating from S&P
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CySEC publishes Policy Statement on fees and reporting for MiCAR compliance
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CySEC announcement: ESMA introduces the new CSA on sustainability obligations under MiFID II
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EU’s 16th sanctions package: Intensifying pressure on Russia
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Key MiCA regulatory technical standards published in the EU Official Journal
Regulatory Blog
UK unveils largest sanctions package against Russia since 2022
Regulatory Blog
UK targets Russian cybercrime with new sanctions
Regulatory Blog
CySEC proposes ICT oversight fees for financial entities under DORA
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Update to UK Sanctions on Russia-Ukraine-Belarus (up to 24 February 2025)
Regulatory Blog
BVI FSC and FIA release guidance on effective ongoing monitoring
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ESMA’s guidance on non-MiCA compliant crypto-asset services
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Central Bank of Cyprus introduces new strategy for electronic money and payment institutions
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BVI publishes FAQs on Beneficial Ownership Regulations implementation
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Q&A on the BVI’s updated Beneficial Ownership Regime
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BVI launches consultation on Beneficial Ownership transparency
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ESMA issues statements on MiCAR transitional measures and grandfathering periods for CASPs
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Cyprus approves global minimum tax for multinational and large domestic groups
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Guidelines from the ESAs ensuring consistency in crypto-asset classification
Regulatory Blog
CySEC publishes the main aspects of the implementation of the digital operational resilience framework (DORA)
Regulatory Blog
New BVI General Licence No. 8 (2024): Key updates on legal fees and reporting requirements
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Navigating sanctions and payment commitments: Key lessons from Celestial Aviation v UniCredit in the English Court of Appeal
Regulatory Blog
Updates to Financial Investigation laws in the Virgin Islands
Regulatory Blog
New regulatory technical standards on crypto-asset white papers: What you need to know
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New regulatory technical standards of the EU on crypto-asset trading platforms: What it means for order book records
Regulatory Blog
Commission updates FAQs on EU sanctions compliance by non-EU entities: The "best efforts" obligation under the EU Regulation 833/2014
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Cyprus introduces new legislation on crowdfunding service providers for business
Regulatory Blog
BVI FSC and FIA release comprehensive guidance on enhanced customer due diligence
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New amendments to the BVI Business Companies Act: A closer look at the BVI Business Companies (Amendment) (No. 2) Act, 2024
Regulatory Blog
EMIR 3.0: Introduction of safer and more attractive EU clearing services rules
Regulatory Blog
BVI FSC provides update on revised beneficial ownership arrangements from January 2025 (relevant to registered agents)
Regulatory Blog
15th EU sanctions package on Russia published and implemented
Regulatory Blog
Financial sanctions updates from Bermuda’s Monetary Authority
Regulatory Blog
EBA Guidelines on group capital test for Cyprus investment firms
Regulatory Blog
CySEC adopts two sets of EBA Guidelines for issuers of asset-referenced tokens
Regulatory Blog
Bermuda consults for a central register of beneficial ownership
Regulatory Blog
Meet the Regulator Forum: Key updates for BVI financial services sector
Regulatory Blog
CySEC launches preliminary application phase for Crypto-Asset Service Providers under MiCA
Regulatory Blog
EBA final guidelines for crisis management and token redemption under MiCAR: Protecting ART and EMT holders
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Russia removes NSD from the custody chain for shares owned by investors in “unfriendly” jurisdictions
Regulatory Blog
Cayman Islands' press release on balancing beneficial ownership transparency and privacy protections
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EBA issues final guidelines on internal controls for compliance with sanctions
Regulatory Blog
Listing Act has now been published in the EU Official Journal
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Key updates to UK sanctions legislation: What you need to know
Regulatory Blog
EU condemns Russia’s intensifying hybrid threats
Regulatory Blog
New EU sanctions framework targets those responsible for Russia’s destabilising activities against the EU and Member States
Regulatory Blog
BVI publishes new guidance to strengthen risk management in third-party introductions
Regulatory Blog
The BVI updates the Financial Services Commission Act 2001
Regulatory Blog
New Virgin Islands sanctions notice empowers key officials for enhanced enforcement
Regulatory Blog
UK announces major sanctions on Russia's military and proxy groups
Regulatory Blog
ESMA explores alternative identification options for financial reporting with new survey
Article
Non-domicile tax regime in Cyprus: Essential insights for asset managers and entrepreneurs
Regulatory Blog
EU updates the list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions
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Sanctions case notes: Useful guidance on “reasonable cause” - Vneshprombank v Bedzhamov
Regulatory Blog
ESMA’s opinion on broker models: Harmonising Crypto-Asset Regulation
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Guidance on fractional exposure in shares: Key takeaways from CySEC circular
Regulatory Blog
The Court of Justice of the European Union confirms that Apple received unlawful state aid from Ireland
Regulatory Blog
UK launches new trade sanctions unit to strengthen compliance and enforcement
Regulatory Blog
CySEC updates on transitional measures for crypto-asset providers and local CASP regime
Regulatory Blog
New Virgin Islands General Licence No. 7 (2024): Supporting economic operations
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EU Sanctions update: Key information for affected individuals and entities under Russia sanctions
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Update on Russia Sanctions: Changes to licensing for UK intra-corporate services
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UK sanctions Russian “Evil Corp” cybercrime group in global crackdown
Regulatory Blog
Frozen assets reporting deadline announced by OFSI
Regulatory Blog
OFSI updates: New FAQs and amended General Licence
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UK publishes the Russia (Sanctions) (Overseas Territories) (Amendment) (No. 2) Order 2024
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European Court confirms validity of legal services ban on Russian entities
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G7 issues joint guidance to help industry prevent sanctions evasion by Russia
Regulatory Blog
General Court upholds EU sanctions against NKO AO National Settlement Depository
Regulatory Blog
Updates to Virgin Islands Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Regulations, 2024
Regulatory Blog
BVI amends Securities and Investment Business Act – New forex instruments added
Regulatory Blog
European Commission updates FAQs on sanctions against Russia and Belarus
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New amendments to Cyprus Money Laundering Prevention Directive 2024
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Important BVI financial services legislative updates
Regulatory Blog
UK amends Russia Sanctions: Legal advisory services adjusted
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BVI Financial Investigation Agency strengthens global financial crime fight with new partnerships
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BVI deposit insurance scheme CEO appointed
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BVI FSC highlights FATF's revised National Risk Assessment guidance
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BVI FSC industry circular 26 of 2024: FATF public statements - June 2024
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Progress and challenges in implementing FATF standards on Virtual Assets
Regulatory Blog
UK tightens measures against Russia with new regulations
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Bermuda Monetary Authority and Abu Dhabi Global Market sign digital assets agreement
Regulatory Blog
UK toughens sanctions against Russian “shadow fleet” and issues call to action on maritime safety
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MiCA July updates: New guidelines, increased transparency and supervision priorities
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CySEC launches Regulatory Sandbox for FinTech and RegTech innovations
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EBA issues Travel Rule Guidelines for crypto asset and fund transfers
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CySEC announces new requirement for Crypto-Asset Service Providers
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Updates to OFSI’s FAQs on Russian trust services sanctions
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FATF's increased monitoring update
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FATF releases call for action on its members and other jurisdictions to apply countermeasures in respect of “black listed” high-risk jurisdictions
Regulatory Blog
EIF and NATO Innovation Fund partner to boost private investment in Europe's defence and security sectors
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Compliance alert: G7+ oil price cap risks
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CySEC mandatory survey for regulated entities active in crypto-assets