𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀

In the December 8, 2025 edition of Het Financieele Dagblad, the Managing Partner of ACG International highlights that many platforms face withheld funds by PSPs. Not due to errors, but because platform contracts fail to meet PSP compliance requirements. As a result, payments can be blocked and the entire chain can stall. Edith Nordmann explains how platforms can prevent these issues.

Partial Choice of Law in International Contracts: Are You Really Aware of What You’re Agreeing To?

Supplementary law in international agreements can affect existing liability rules. Find out more in our article.

Why Digital Dependence poses an acute risk to the Financial Sector in Europe

Dutch regulators warn that banks are too dependent on non-EU technology providers. At the same time, the potential U.S. acquisition of Solvinity — the company that manages critical government data such as DigiD — raises concerns about data security and digital sovereignty. Financial institutions must take these strategic and technological risks seriously and implement appropriate measures

Supply Chain Management

ACG International’s Edith Nordmann and Thomas Klaarenbeek shared their insights on managing ESG, compliance risks, navigating export controls, etc. in the Lexology Panoramic Next edition.

Can You Demand Cash From Your Bank? Amsterdam Court Says No

Can customers always access their money? A recent court ruling shows banks may terminate accounts due to compliance risks. Learn about the right to a basic payment account, AML obligations, and the lack of protection for businesses.

Positive reference letters: binding obligation or courtesy gesture?

A positive reference letter is more than a formality when specific agreements have been made. By law, an employer is only required to include objective facts, such as the employee’s role and duration of employment. Additional positive remarks are only mandatory if explicitly agreed upon, for example, in a settlement agreement.

New European Anti-Money Laundering rules will have major impact in the Netherlands

New European anti-money laundering regulations tighten internal obligations and governance:
In addition to a broader scope, the requirements themselves are becoming more stringent. The AMLR mandates that institutions must have a comprehensive and up-to-date AML/CFT compliance framework in place, including documented internal procedures, risk assessments, and control mechanisms.

Integrating ESG in the Blue Economy and Emerging Risks in Maritime Transport

The blue economy promotes sustainable ocean use for economic growth while protecting ecosystems.
As it expands, integrating ESG principles is vital—especially for maritime and insurance sectors, where it’s a legal and strategic priority.
Key focus areas include workforce training in green technologies and ensuring safe, fair, and supportive working conditions, aligning with ESG goals and boosting employee retention.

Temporary Agency Work via Platforms: Even Private Households Can Be Considered Hirers

Organisations that hire flexible workers through digital platforms – such as platform companies, staffing agencies, HR professionals and clients – need to stay alert. The ruling in the Helpling case shows that these platforms don’t automatically fall outside of employment law. Even when working with freelancers or self-employed workers, there’s still a chance they may be classified as employees or temporary workers.

Can a bank terminate your account without reason?

A foundation that used donor funds for a personal payment led to suspicion from the bank. The judge ruled that the bank was entitled to terminate the account because the foundation did not sufficiently cooperate with the mandatory client investigation and the money flows were unclear. This highlights the importance of transparency, cooperation with the bank, and the proper use of business accounts.