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January 29, 2020

Do You Hold Digital Currencies? Learn about Tax Regulation in Israel

Over 2000 (yes, 2000!) types of digital currencies exist today. If you are developing, mining, investing in, or using digital currencies, you should watch our video for some clarifications on the topic.

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January 23, 2020

Zvi Gabbay Lectures at Directors' Seminar Hosted by Analyst Investment House

Dr. Zvi Gabbay was invited to lecture at a directors' seminar hosted by Analyst Investment House. He addressed administrative enforcement, the Israel Securities Authority's structure, and its enforcement system.

January 23, 2020

Zvi Gabbay Lectures at Discount Bank's Compliance Conference

Dr. Zvi Gabbay was invited to lecture today at a compliance conference organized by Discount Bank for all its compliance officers, trustees, board members, and management.

January 16, 2020

Investment Management 2.0 – Internet Platform for Investment Management

New Israeli regulations allow for customized portfolio management services through on-line platforms.

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January 13, 2020

Hosting the ACC Compliance Forum's Third Meeting

Our firm hosted today the third meeting of the ACC Compliance Forum, which focuses on compliance during enforcement procedures. At the meeting, Dr. Zvi Gabbay welcomed Yehuda Shaffer, Deputy State Attorney (Financial Crimes).

January 8, 2020

Dr. Zvi Gabbay and Andrey Yanai Op-ed: Israel Missing out on Digital Assets Revolution

Dr. Zvi Gabbay and Andrey Yanai from our Capital Markets Department published an opinion piece in Globes on the regulatory barriers Israel is imposing on the blockchain and digital assets revolution.

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December 25, 2019

Micky Barnea Op-Ed: TASE IPO – The Light at the End of the Tunnel?

Globes published an op-ed by Micky Barnea on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange's latest move to attract new investors with a public offering of its shares. According to Micky, "This listing could be a turning point in anticipation of a long-awaited change, bringing a revival of the stock exchange and the domestic capital market."

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December 22, 2019

Lee Elbaz Trial Ends with Sentencing

Our firm served along with US attorneys as representation for Lee Elbaz, the CEO of Yukom Communications, in her criminal trial in the United States. Lee was convicted of binary options fraud in August and sentenced last week. Dr. Zvi Gabbay and Adv. Hadar Israeli, who represented Elbaz from her arrest, were interviewed by the media following the sentencing in a Maryland federal court. According to them, "The degree of harshness in US prosecutorial policies and in sentences for economic offenses is infinitely higher than in Israel. "

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December 17, 2019

Israel Singapore Fintech Convention

Our firm hosted today a meetup for the Israeli fintech community in collaboration with Fintech Fever and the Singapore Fintech Association. Dr. Zvi Gabbay lectured on current regulation, as well as challenges and opportunities in the field.

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December 16, 2019

IPO – What’s Important to Know

A private company considering an IPO should know it is a complex and long process, and one that may pose many challenges. Therefore, before deciding to undertake an initial public offering, a deep examination of the process is recommended.

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December 11, 2019

Meetup for Real Estate Entrepreneurs on Crowdfunding

Our firm hosted today together with the crowdfunding platform Pipelbiz a meetup for real estate entrepreneurs. Dr. Zvi Gabbay lectured on raising capital for real estate projects through crowdfunding platforms. He also discussed real estate financing options, preconditions to raising money through a crowdfunding intermediary, and borrowing and investment disabilities.

November 19, 2019

Trading Platforms Targeted by the Israel Securities Authority

The Israel Securities Authority (ISA) recently published a proposed amendment to the Israeli Securities Regulations concerning trading platforms’ activity in Israel.

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November 14, 2019

Zvi Gabbay Lectures to a Course for Compliance Officers

Zvi Gabbay lectured today before compliance officers at the BDO Finance Academy. The lecture dealt with the internal enforcement of securities laws, the enforcement revolution by the Israel Securities Authority, and the need to formulate an effective internal enforcement program.

November 6, 2019

Compliance and Ethics in Corporations

The clear advantages of inculcating an enforcement and compliance culture are expressed not only in routine times, but also in times of crisis, and they can tip the balance and make all the difference.

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November 4, 2019

Mobileye-Intel Deal: Our Firm Continues to Represent Amir Waldman

Our firm continues to represent Amir Waldman, who was charged by the US Securities and Exchange Commission for insider trading in connection with Intel's acquisition of Mobileye. The proceedings are pending before a federal court in New York.

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October 29, 2019

Transfer of Digital Currencies - The Dream and its Collapse

Regulatory resistance and legal proceedings by the US Securities and Exchange Commission are hindering the realization of one of the greatest promises of blockchain technology – the transfer of cryptographic currencies and assets between users without an intermediary.

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October 7, 2019

Lecture by Hadar Israeli on Administrative Enforcement in Israel

Adv. Hadar Israeli, a partner in our Capital Markets Department, lectured on administrative enforcement in Israel during a seminar organized by EY on fraud and scam risk management. During the lecture, Hadar presented how an organization should handle a crisis when an investigation has already begun and also discussed the importance of having organized enforcement programs.

October 2, 2019

Risk Management Course at the Israel Financial Institute

Dr. Zvi Gabbay lectured today on the risks of financial crime as part of a risk management course at the Israel Financial Institute.

September 25, 2019

Hosting the Israel Hedge Funds Association for a Negotiation Workshop

Our firm hosted the Israel Hedge Funds Association today for a negotiation workshop. The workshop was held in collaboration with Moti Crystal, a crisis management expert. As part of the workshop, we presented common mistakes and the techniques for overcoming them in MA transactions and disputes.

September 25, 2019

SodaStream Chairman Suspected of Insider Trading

Dr. Zvi Gabbay was interviewed by TheMarker on the allegations that SodaStream's chairman, while serving as CEO, provided insider information about a deal with Pepsico to a former employee.

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