DCW Articles
ISP98 Charts a Different Path to Successful Practice Rules
From Concept to Adoption: the genesis and global impact of ISP98 in international banking law & practice.
ISP98 Rule 1.04: Analysis and Insights
Unpublished work by Prof. Byrne examines ISP98 Rule 1.04's impact and particular rules, crucial for standby agreement stakeholders.
US Treasury Reports on Key Money Laundering Threats and Risks
Key takeaways from the US Treasury Report on money laundering risks and threats.
What We Can Learn From the Kuvera Resources v. JPMorgan Chase Bank Case
Learnings and reflections from the Kuvera Resources v. JPMorgan Chase appeal from 2023.
ISP98: Standby Rules Well-suited for Technological Advancements Then and Now
Dave Meynell and Gary Collyer discuss the suitability of ISP98 standby rules for current trade practices.
What Makes a System “reliable” and is There Strength in Numbers?
Alignment between UK Electronic Trade Documents Act 2023 and MLETR. Criteria for electronic trade document reliability, the Act's impact on eUCP, and systems for digitising trade.
International Standby Practices ISP98 – 25 Years
Explore ISP98's evolution and global impact on standby LCs - 25 years on. Discover its unique features, comparisons with UCP 600 & URDG 758, and the challenges users face.
Analysis and Insights on ISP98 Rule 1.02
ISP98 Rule 1.02: Relationship to Law and Other Rules
Silent Confirmation Of Documentary Credits: It’s Still Happening
The silent confirmation market is still active and prevalent for LCs in Asian countries as silent confirmation is one of the means for a beneficiary to mitigate issuing bank and country risk when it does not want other banks to confirm its credit.
Electronic Bills Of Lading: Where We Are And Where We Need To Be
The evolution from traditional paper Bills of Lading to electronic formats, detailed in ICC Opinion TA.929, reflects a seismic shift; as eB/Ls gain traction through digital platforms like Bolero and pioneering blockchain technology, legal recognition and harmonization lag.
Implementing Electronic Trade Laws in Tuvalu
Explore Tuvalu's journey towards digital transformation in international trade. Learn how UNCITRAL, in collaboration with global partners, supports legal reforms. Tuvalu adopts the UNCITRAL Electronic Transactions Bill, aligning with global standards for electronic commerce.
Letters of Credit in U.S. Bank Failures: Possible Outcomes
Creditworthiness and reliability are foundational to letters of credit. By substituting the creditworthiness of the issuing bank for that of







