Singapore has been trending upward—becoming the place that is increasingly synonymous with family offices. Since 2019, Singapore has seen a growing number of high-profiled businesspeople establish family offices there. In addition to tax incentives, interest in Singapore is fueled by the potential growth in Asia, where many see the island nation as a gateway to the region. Apart from tax and other external driving forces, Singapore has attractive investment incentives available for family offices or family investment vehicles.
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By understanding the vulnerabilities of human error, more can be done to address them and build greater cyber resilience. It begins with replacing the term ‘human error’ with ‘human factor’ to move towards establishing a better first line of defense against cyber incidents.
In December 2020 the FDA approved Pfizer and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccines for use in the United States, with industry observers expecting additional vaccines soon to follow. Although widespread distribution of the vaccines won’t likely occur until the second quarter of 2021, it’s important for organizations to understand that implications of the COVID-19 vaccine on employer health plans.
The COVID-19 vaccine will play a primary role in prevention and be a significant factor in keeping employees healthy and at work. Through a series of FAQs, learn more about the vaccine’s impact on health and wellness strategies and how to best integrate a vaccine program into your organization.
The unprecedented timeline of the COVID-19 vaccine becoming available has raised concerns about its safety and efficacy. With the vaccine being widely available, employers have a responsibility to address employee concerns. Begin by learning more about what to consider when developing a COVID-19 vaccination program for your organization.
For employers seeking guidance on how to address a COVID-19 vaccination policy, this guide outlines key points when considering whether to go with a mandatory or voluntary vaccination policy. It highlights the EEOC’s position on a mandatory vaccination policy, allowance for reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, potential privacy concerns, incentivization for getting vaccinated, and other legal risks under federal and state law.
The tech industry was undergoing a period of introspection even before the COVID-19 pandemic began. While the crisis spotlighted the importance of the tech industry and existing technology, the future is still rooted in the core purpose of innovation with intent. The tech industry is poised for growth in 2021, and optimization is the path to realizing opportunity.
With multiple states rolling out phased access to COVID-19 vaccines, many employers are considering whether they want to require employees to be vaccinated, how to encourage employee vaccinations, and the implications of vaccine policies for their businesses. Some top questions are answered to help employers address the issues surrounding the vaccination.
Before deciding on whether to mandate a COVID-19 vaccine at the workplace, there are a number of considerations that an employer should bear in mind. This includes costs from securing the vaccinations or side effects that may result in needing paid leave. There are also the financial and practical implications associated with a mandate.
It's a pivotal time for Single Family Offices, with more and more reviewing their structure and operations to minimize risks. In this roundtable discussion, experts share how Single Family Offices are evolving and addressing new risks and risk mitigation strategies.