In a world increasingly defined by mobility, flexibility, and hybrid work, the global nomad movement has evolved from a lifestyle trend into a legitimate pillar of the modern economy. More than 60 countries now offer digital nomad visas, reflecting a global competition for talent, innovation, and economic contribution beyond traditional residency models.
In Focus
Cook Islands Special Report
CEO Insight is proud to present the Cook Islands Special Report, an in-depth look at one of the world’s most trusted and forward-thinking international financial centres. This new edition features exclusive insights from Cook Islands Finance CEO Tony Fe’ao and Legal & Technical Advisor Alan Taylor on regulatory strength, global market shifts, and the evolving priorities of wealth planners in an age of uncertainty. With expert analysis on trust law, compliance, asset protection and the jurisdiction’s modernisation agenda, the report highlights why the Cook Islands continues to set the global standard for resilience, transparency, and long-term wealth security.
Cybersecurity Tops CFO’s Risk Agenda
New research commissioned by global S&P500 corporate payments company, Corpay, finds that 99% of UK finance leaders surveyed have experienced payments-related cyber incidents in the past two years, exposing the fragility of legacy systems and an urgent need for change.
With finance functions now a frontline target, the research saw ‘cybersecurity threats’ attract the largest percentage of responses (42%) from surveyed CFOs when asked what operational risk they were most concerned about over the next 12-24 months. In addition, nearly all of those surveyed (94%) plan to increase cyber investment over the next year3, with more than half (51%) preparing a significant uplift.
Safety with Service
The Isle of Man Aircraft Registry has built a global reputation for combining Safety with Service. As it nears its twentieth year, Director Simon Williams shares how the Registry is driving digital innovation, staying agile in a shifting geopolitical climate, and preparing for the next chapter of growth in international aviation.
BOV Fund Services: Innovation, Agility, and Malta’s Competitive Edge
Aronne Debono, Head of Business Development & Corporate Services at BOV Fund Services, shares how the firm has established itself as Malta’s leading fund administrator. From leveraging cutting-edge technology and regulatory foresight to embracing Malta’s cost-effective, EU-accessible ecosystem, Debono outlines how BOV Fund Services delivers agile, client-focused solutions, most recently through the fast-track NPIF framework. He also highlights the company’s strong investment in talent, ensuring service excellence and long-term growth.
A Pioneering Financial Hub: Insights from Tony Fe’ao on the Cook Islands’ Financial Services
In this interview, Tony Fe’ao, a key figure in the Cook Islands financial sector, discusses the evolution, current offerings, and future directions of the Cook Islands as a premier jurisdiction for wealth management and asset protection. Over the past four decades, the Cook Islands has established itself as a well-regulated and highly regarded financial services hub, continually adapting to meet global best practices and the needs of its international clientele.
Make Malta Your New Workplace
Malta, a European island nation in the Mediterranean Sea, has long been a magnet for digital expats, evolving into a multicultural, cosmopolitan country shaped by global mobility. With remote work on the rise and millions embracing more flexible lifestyles, Malta’s Nomad Residence Permit invites non-EU nationals to call its shores home.
Offering a unique blend of work and leisure among an English-speaking population, Malta provides year-round warm weather, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters — an ideal backdrop for both productivity and relaxation. The Nomad Residence Permit allows digital nomads and remote workers to live in Malta for an initial one-year period, renewable yearly, up to a total stay of four years.
To qualify, applicants must meet specific criteria: hold a valid passport, work remotely, earn a minimum of €42,000 gross annually, secure accommodation in Malta, and have health insurance coverage.
The permit offers numerous benefits, providing a gateway to Malta’s rich culture, history, and natural beauty, while also connecting nomads with a global network of like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs who have made Malta their home.
Make Malta your new workplace!
Visit https://nomad.residencymalta.gov.mt for more information on the Nomad Residence Permit or to apply.
Navigating Malta’s Leading Residency Programmes: An Exclusive Interview with Jonathan Cardona, CEO of Residency Malta
Malta offers a range of residency options for non-EU nationals, from families seeking permanent residence to entrepreneurs and digital nomads. In this interview, Jonathan Cardona, CEO of Residency Malta, highlights the unique features of these programmes, the rigorous due diligence process, and Malta’s ongoing appeal in the global residency market.