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Cyberattacks Ukraine also affect European companies The war in Ukraine is a reality. A war that can have a major impact and in which cyber-attacks are also used as a weapon, affecting not only Ukraine, but also European companies and organisations. Our cyber-security experts issue a warning for an increased cyber risk which is also of great importance for your company.

Since 27 September 2020 Dutch legal entities are required to register information regarding their UBOs in the UBO register. The UBO register is a direct consequence of European regulations. Its aim is to increase transparency among the individuals who are in control over companies, irrespective of the way in which an entity or concern is organized.

In January 2016, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued IFRS 16 ‘Leasing’, which represents the first major overhaul in lease accounting for over 30 years. The Standard brings fundamental changes to lease accounting that replace previous accounting that is considered no longer fit for purpose. These changes become effective from 1 January 2019.

Specific recommendations on digital taxation have been limited and the OECD’s calls for an international consensus on the way forward have so far been unheeded. So, what’s coming up on the horizon and how can your business deal with the implications?