European Union: White Collar Crime, Anti-Corruption & Fraud

In Austria, white collar crime enforcement has intensified significantly as a result of the present economic environment and certain, major, corporate failures.

In recent years, cases of payment fraud have seen a steady increase in Belgium, with the FSMA reporting that in 2024 it received 20% more reports of fraud-related activities...

A recent decision from the Cyprus Court of Appeal, issued on 17 November 2025, has drawn a bright red line around how parties may use information obtained through these orders.

Raising awareness about integrity and corruption prevention starts early, and initiatives like the Bundesamt zur Korruptionsprävention und Korruptionsbekämpfung (BAK)...

Cyprus is a premier jurisdiction for obtaining interim relief, with a robust legal framework that caters to both domestic and international disputes.

Cyprus has long been recognised as a reputable international financial and corporate centre. However, in recent years, the island has also become a target for fraudulent or unlicensed investment and forex companies that exploit its good reputation and European regulatory framework.

A Lloyd's List investigation has uncovered a sophisticated fake flag network linked to the same domain, which is issuing fake ship registries and seafarer certificates to sanctioned vessels worldwide.

The legislative process to revise the PSD2 has reached its next stage: the Council published its stance on the draft legislation.

On July 9, 2025, the Italian Supreme Court issued a significant judgment (No. 25167/2025) concerning liability for fraudulent tax return filing through the use of invoices for non-existent...