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Substance in Luxembourg's Financial Sector: From Box-Ticking to Bottleneck

Why "having an address" in Luxembourg stopped being enough, and what authorities on both sides of the border now expect to see.

Loïc GuillermetAugust 13, 2026
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InsightsOperations

The Augmented Investment Firm: Building Institutional-Grade Operations Without Institutional Overhead

Smaller investment firms do not need to replicate large institutions’ infrastructure to achieve operational excellence. Strategic operating partners can provide institutional-grade capabilities, supporting scalable operating models and Luxembourg governance needs while preserving agility.

Loïc GuillermetAugust 2, 2026
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ComplianceInsights

Sample Testing in AML/CFT: Asking the Right Questions

Sample testing is not simply about selecting investor files. It begins with a question. This article explores different perspectives for constructing an AML/CFT sample testing programme.

Khadija GhazzaleJuly 30, 2026
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ComplianceInsights

AML/CFT/CPF Country Risk Assessment: Navigating the Available Sources

AML/CFT/CPF Country risk assessment is a cornerstone of the risk-based approach, yet no single methodology is prescribed by law. This article explores the current legal framework, the principal sources available to practitioners and a few methodological questions they raise.

Khadija GhazzaleJuly 17, 2026
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Tech

Closing Luxembourg’s AI Capability Gap in Regulated Financial Services

Artificial intelligence in Luxembourg's regulated entities: ambition, obstacles, and the specialist talent that closes the gap

Henri QuestiauxJuly 14, 2026
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InsightsCompliance

RR & RC in Luxembourg Funds: Understanding the Roles and How to Make Them Work

The RR and RC play complementary roles in an effective AML/CFT framework. One provides strategic oversight, the other ensures day-to-day implementation. This article explains their respective responsibilities and how operational support can strengthen AML governance while preserving accountability.

Khadija GhazzaleJuly 6, 2026
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Insights

Sub-threshold AIF: the agile route to launching your Luxembourg alternative fund

How asset managers, family offices, and investment sponsors can structure a Luxembourg alternative investment vehicle simply, cost-effectively, and with a single point of contact.

Loïc GuillermetJuly 2, 2026
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