September 2025 – Page 9 – AMI Group of Companies News

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Founder-Friendly Jurisdictions in 2026: What’s Really Changed and What Hasn’t

Every year brings new rankings of where to incorporate, yet fundamentals persist. Founder-friendly means predictable law, efficient registries, and bankability. Add to that access to capital and talent. The...

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Hiring Before Day One: Employer-of-Record vs. Local Entity for 2026 Teams

Global teams need legally clean hiring from the start. Employer-of-Record (EOR) services let you onboard fast without forming entities. Local entities offer deeper control and benefits flexibility. The right...

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ESG at Incorporation: Turn Bylaws Into a Competitive Advantage

Investors and customers increasingly expect environmental and social commitments. Making ESG part of incorporation signals seriousness. Charter a committee, define material metrics, and publish a roadmap. Then tie compensation...

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Privacy by Design Incorporations: Building Data Compliance Into Your Company Charter

Forming a company in 2026 means handling data responsibly from day one. Privacy by design is no longer optional; it is foundational. Bake data governance into bylaws and internal...

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Economic Substance and Remote Teams: Proving “Mind and Management” in a Distributed World

Distributed work complicates the classic test of where a company is managed. Regulators look for where strategic decisions are made, not just where people live. In 2026, boards should...

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Banking the Newco: How to Open Global Accounts When Banks Are De-Risking

In 2026, banks are cautious and compliance-heavy, especially with cross-border startups. Founders must think like underwriters when approaching account openings. Prepare detailed KYC packs and clear business plans. Show...

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E-Residency 2.0: Starting a Company Without Borders in 2026

E-residency programs have matured into practical gateways for borderless entrepreneurship. Founders can incorporate, open accounts, and sign contracts remotely. The best programs pair digital identity with reliable service ecosystems....

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Ultimate Beneficial Owner Rules Tighten Worldwide: Formation Checklists You’ll Actually Use

UBO disclosure requirements continue to expand, and 2026 formations must assume transparency by default. Registries are interlinking, and banks demand corroboration beyond self-certifications. New founders need a disciplined approach...

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From Paper to Protocol: Smart Articles of Association and On-Chain Cap Tables

Company formation is moving from static documents to machine-readable governance. Smart articles of association can encode vesting schedules, approval thresholds, and redemptions. On-chain cap tables reduce reconciliation errors across...

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BEPS 2.0 and the Global Minimum Tax: What New Companies Must Plan for in 2026

Founders forming companies in 2026 face a tax environment reshaped by BEPS 2.0 and global minimum tax rules. The new framework narrows opportunities for pure tax arbitrage and pushes...