Monaco Times

AlphaPepe Crypto Presale Raises More Than $2.6 Million Amid Monaco Digital Asset Interest

The AlphaPepe digital asset project has raised more than $2.6 million in its presale while targeting high-net-worth decentralised-finance investors amid broader cryptocurrency market volatility and Monaco’s efforts to develop its fintech...

Monaco-Matin Launches English-Language Platform for International Residents and Investors

Regional media group Monaco-Matin has launched Monaco Decoded, an English-language digital service offering financial, political and cultural reporting for the Principality’s internationally diverse resident and business community.

Monaco Yacht Show Confirms 43 New Superyachts Among 120-Vessel Fleet

Organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show have confirmed 43 newly delivered superyachts for the upcoming event at Port Hercules, part of a 120-vessel fleet that includes the 102-metre Lürssen Nixie and 43-metre CRN Emotion Squared.

Edmond de Rothschild Opens New Monaco Private Banking Headquarters

Edmond de Rothschild has opened a 5,300-square-metre headquarters in La Condamine, bringing 270 employees together across discretionary investment management, real estate financing and family-office advisory services.

Prince Albert II Calls for Stronger European Cooperation Ahead of Monaco’s Council of Europe Presidency

Prince Albert II told Council of Europe ambassadors in Monaco that coordinated international action is essential to address European geopolitical and environmental challenges as the Principality prepares to assume the organisation’s pres...

Ukrainian Billionaire Rinat Akhmetov Reportedly Buys €471 Million Mareterra Residence

Industrialist Rinat Akhmetov has reportedly acquired an ultra-luxury residence in Monaco’s Mareterra waterfront development for €471 million, setting a new property benchmark in the land-reclamation district.

Société des Bains de Mer Posts Record €861 Million Revenue on Luxury Tourism Boom

Monaco’s largest private employer reported a 12% rise in annual revenue to a record €861 million and net profit of €112 million, driven by stronger North American demand and exceptional Formula One Grand Prix hospitality spending.

Global Insurance Executives Gather in Monte Carlo for Annual Reinsurance Negotiations

Insurers, reinsurers and brokers have opened the Rendez-Vous de Septembre in Monaco, with industry leaders warning that strong property and casualty profits could come under pressure as private capital increases competition and policy te...

Monaco Fines Julius Baer €1.5 Million Over Anti-Money Laundering Failures

Monaco’s financial crimes regulator fined Swiss private bank Julius Baer €1.5 million over reporting delays and weaknesses in intra-group controls as the Principality intensifies enforcement efforts aimed at leaving the FATF grey list.

Monte Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Plans Bespoke Cluedo Edition

Monte Carlo Société des Bains de Mer will release a Monaco-themed edition of Cluedo featuring its properties, extending its branded merchandise offering ahead of the winter holiday season.

Monaco’s Xiaoxin Yang Wins Silver at Mediterranean Games in Taranto

Monegasque table tennis player Xiaoxin Yang won silver at the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, securing her third consecutive medal at the regional sporting competition.

Michael Schumacher Ferrari Formula One Car Heads to Monaco Auction

A Ferrari Formula One car associated with Michael Schumacher is set to be auctioned in Monaco, where collectors are expected to bid millions of euros for the historic racing vehicle.

European Court of Human Rights Confirms Sébastien Biancheri as Monaco Representative

Sébastien Biancheri has been confirmed as Monaco’s judicial representative at the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg, maintaining the Principality’s formal participation in the European human-rights system.

Société Générale Private Banking Recognised for ESG Integration in Monaco Portfolios

Société Générale Private Banking has received industry recognition for incorporating environmental and social screening into its Monaco-based portfolio management as wealthy clients place greater emphasis on sustainability standards.

CFM Indosuez Renews Sponsorship of Monaco Blue Initiative

CFM Indosuez Wealth Management has extended its support for Prince Albert II’s Monaco Blue Initiative, linking the private bank with a major forum focused on ocean conservation and sustainable finance.

Balthazar Yachting Launches Seasonal Superyacht Route Between Monaco and Dubai

Balthazar Yachting has introduced a dedicated logistics service transporting luxury vessels between the French Riviera and Dubai for owners who move between the two destinations seasonally.

Prince Albert II Calls for Multilateral Cooperation at Monaco Diplomatic Reception

Prince Albert II told international dignitaries and European parliamentarians that dialogue and cooperative governance remain essential, reinforcing Monaco’s emphasis on diplomacy in Mediterranean and international affairs.

Monaco Schools Return to Physical Textbooks for More Than 5,000 Students

Monaco’s Education Department is reducing the use of digital tablets and restoring greater reliance on printed textbooks for more than 5,000 students, citing cognitive and developmental benefits for younger pupils.

Monaco Hotels and Luxury Services Near Capacity Ahead of Yacht Show

Premium hotels, restaurants and private aviation operators across Monaco and the French Riviera are reporting exceptionally strong advance bookings ahead of the Monaco Yacht Show, reinforcing the event’s importance to the regional luxury...

Monaco Yacht Show Adds Designer Gallery for Shipyards and Naval Architects

Organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show have created a dedicated designer gallery linking shipyards, naval architects and prospective clients ahead of the late-September event at Port Hercules.

Monaco Yacht Show Introduces Blue Wake Environmental Standards for Superyachts

The Monaco Yacht Show will apply new environmental benchmarks to participating vessels under its Blue Wake initiative, reflecting growing demand for lower-emission technologies in the luxury maritime sector.

AS Monaco Draws Barcelona and Manchester City in Champions League Fixtures

AS Monaco will host Barcelona, Manchester City and other leading European clubs during the Champions League’s revamped league phase, bringing additional hospitality revenue and international broadcasting exposure to the Principality.

Monaco Private Banks Step Up Investment in AI, Cybersecurity and Digital Wealth Tools

Private banks in Monaco are increasing spending on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and consolidated wealth-reporting systems as they modernize services for international family offices while preserving traditional banking discretion.

Monaco Luxury Property Market Shifts Toward More Selective Buying

International buyers in Monaco are placing greater emphasis on turnkey properties, jurisdictional stability and structural quality as the luxury market moves away from the exuberance of the pandemic period while remaining Europe’s most e...

Princess Grace Hospital Opens New Wing After Decade of Construction

Monaco’s Princess Grace Hospital Centre has begun moving patient services into a newly completed medical complex, marking a major upgrade to healthcare infrastructure serving residents and the regional workforce.

Everton Signs AS Monaco Forward Folarin Balogun for £40 Million

Everton has acquired United States international Folarin Balogun from AS Monaco for £40 million, delivering significant transfer revenue to the Principality club after his season in France’s top division.

Pierre Gasly Loses Monaco Grand Prix Podium After Penalties Are Reinstated

Formula One’s governing body has reinstated two time penalties against Alpine driver Pierre Gasly following appeals by McLaren and Red Bull, removing his third-place finish from the Monaco Grand Prix months after the race.

Italian President Sergio Mattarella to Make State Visit to Monaco in October

Italian President Sergio Mattarella is scheduled to visit Monaco in early October, highlighting close economic, cultural and cross-border workforce ties between Italy and the Principality.

Ukrainian Authorities Detain Suspects Linked to Monaco Bomb Attack

Ukrainian authorities have detained suspects allegedly connected to an explosion that injured a prominent Ukrainian tycoon living in Monaco, adding an international dimension to the Principality’s security concerns around high-profile re...

Flavien Foundation Prepares 12th Monaco Trott and Roll Fundraiser for Pediatric Cancer Research

The Flavien Foundation is organising its 12th annual Monaco Trott and Roll event, bringing together local businesses and residents to raise funds for pediatric cancer research on the French Riviera.

Monaco Hosts Inaugural European Padel Cup for Police and Security Professionals

Law enforcement and security personnel from across Europe have gathered in Monaco for the first European Padel Cup, adding a sporting dimension to the principality’s international security relationships.

Société des Bains de Mer Launches New Monte Carlo Interactive Luxury Experience

Société des Bains de Mer has introduced an interactive entertainment experience across several of its Monte Carlo venues as the hospitality group seeks to appeal to a younger generation of affluent visitors.

Monaco Private Schools Introduce Stricter Classroom Screen Limits

Private schools across Monaco are restricting the use of digital devices and returning to more traditional printed materials in response to concerns over student concentration and classroom attention.

Balthazar Yachting Launches Seasonal Monaco-Dubai Route

Balthazar Yachting has opened a seasonal service linking Monaco and Dubai, targeting superyacht owners seeking vessel relocation between two major luxury and wealth markets.

Monaco Matin Launches English-Language News Platform for International Residents

Monaco Matin has introduced a digital English-language service focused on business, real estate and government affairs for the principality’s large international community.

Monaco Yacht Show Adds Dedicated Gallery for Superyacht Designers

Organisers of the Monaco Yacht Show are introducing a central exhibition space for naval architects and interior designers, bringing yacht owners, shipyards and design specialists together in a dedicated commissioning venue.

Everton Agrees £40 Million Deal for AS Monaco Striker Folarin Balogun

Everton has agreed a £40 million transfer fee with AS Monaco for United States international forward Folarin Balogun, delivering a major financial return for the Monaco club.

Monaco Tech Names Annabelle Jaeger Seydoux as Director

Government-backed startup accelerator Monaco Tech appointed Annabelle Jaeger Seydoux as its new director, with a mandate to develop its sustainable technology portfolio and attract more international venture capital.

Barclays Restructures Private Banking Leadership Across Monaco and Switzerland

Barclays has reorganised its wealth management leadership covering Monaco and Switzerland as the bank seeks to expand its business with Europe-based billionaires and family offices.

Princess Grace Hospital Completes Major Decade-Long Expansion and Modernisation

Monaco has completed the main construction phase of the upgraded Princess Grace Hospital, adding new medical technology and expanded healthcare facilities after a 10-year infrastructure programme.

Monaco Superyacht Sales Exceed €4 Billion Ahead of Monaco Yacht Show

International yacht brokers recorded more than €4 billion in high-value vessel transactions ahead of the Monaco Yacht Show, including the €325 million sale of the Feadship Moonrise.

Prince Albert II Calls for Greater Investment in Ocean Conservation and Maritime Infrastructure

Prince Albert II urged international governments and financial institutions to expand funding for marine biodiversity and sustainable maritime projects during the Blue Economy and Finance Forum in Monaco.

Monaco Bank Deploys BlackRock and Avaloq Platform for Wealth Management Clients

Compagnie Monégasque de Banque has rolled out an integrated technology platform developed by BlackRock and Avaloq, giving its private bankers expanded portfolio analytics and risk-management capabilities for wealthy clients.

Société Générale Establishes New Asset Management Business in Monaco

Société Générale has launched a dedicated asset management entity in Monaco aimed at serving wealthy residents and single-family offices with tailored investment strategies.

Edmond de Rothschild Expands Monaco Headquarters as Family Office Demand Grows

Edmond de Rothschild has opened an enlarged Monte Carlo office to serve growing demand from ultra-high-net-worth families and reinforce its presence in Monaco’s private banking and wealth management market.