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Episode 33: Payments Monthly Upcoming rule changes will give payment providers more time to investigate fraud. Firms also face more red tape when closing customer accounts. Jean Price and Arjun Lakhani sum up these changes and what payment firms can expect next under the UK's smarter regulatory framework. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Episode 12: Crypto Facto with Josh Klayman In this episode of Crypto Facto, Josh Klayman, Linklaters' Head of U.S. Head of Fintech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets, is joined by Jeff Cohen, Partner in Linklaters' New York Capital Markets practice. Josh and Jeff discuss how 2024 is shaping-up to be a big year for digital assets. Following the hard-fought approval of a spot Bitcoin ETF, Bitcoin has reached new all-time highs, grabbing the attention of serious institutional players and focusing many on the potential of a future spot Ether ETF. With the recent conviction of Do Kwon and sentencing of Sam Bankman-Fried, the market appears to be putting the turmoil of the past two years squarely behind it. Buoyed by recent successes, including in the DEBT Box case, the crypto industry continues to fight back against regulators, including by taking the offensive in Texas. The Major Questions Doctrine is playing out in the courts, with many predicting that the final word will need to come from the U.S. Supreme Court 

Episode 3: Credit Where It's Due In the third episode of Credit Where It's Due, Leanne Banfield and Christy Tsui welcomed Dorian Meric from MUFG Securities to the vodcast where they discussed the roles of banks in credit wrapped transactions, current trends in the market and challenges throughout a transaction's lifespan. In Ash's Newsflash, Ashley Rowlands discussed ISDA's independent review of the Credit Derivatives Determinations Committees led by Linklaters.

Episode 2: PanDORA's box Jimi Piggott-Bader, Bas Jennen and Leonard van den Ende explore a key record-keeping requirement under DORA: the register of information. Bas Jennen: “Meeting the requirements for the DORA register brings out many important questions under DORA which we've been advising clients on.” To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our website.  

Episode 3: PanDORA's box Jimi Piggott-Bader, Bas Jennen and Leonard van den Ende summarise the DORA rules for reporting incidents and significant cyber threats. Leonard van den Ende: “DORA now prescribes that you have specific processes for identifying, tracking and logging ICT-related incidents.” To download a copy of the guide, visit our website.

Episode 7: EU Green Bond Regulation In this episode, counsel Catherine Wade and managing associate Erin McKeown discuss three aspects of the EU green bond label, including linkage with the Prospectus Regulation, the liability regime for EuGB issuers and preparing for taxonomy alignment. Explore more insights into the EU Green Bond Regulation on our newly launched EU Green Bond Regulation Hub.

Episode 17: Key considerations when preparing your Consumer Duty Board report Investment Association (IA) Consumer Duty Lead Mandeep Bhandal joins Duncan Campbell and Oliver Palmer (Financial Regulation group, Linklaters) to discuss key considerations and industry insights in preparation of the Consumer Duty Annual Board Report, as we head towards the 31 July deadline.  For more Consumer Duty insights visit Linklaters' Consumer Duty webpage. IA members can visit the IA's Consumer Duty expert page for further resources.

Episode 17: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Kitty Perrin and Ian Rodwell We all know what it's like to work in teams and how, at times, that experience can be invigorating, motivational and fulfilling. At other times, however, the experience may leave a lot to be desired. In her recent Radio 4 series, Split Ends, singer-songwriter and BBC Introducing presenter Kitty Perrin explores the wonderful world of team dynamics but through a slightly different lens. Over three episodes, she charts what happened in the break-ups of some of history's best-loved bands and analyses the reasons behind why they split. In this episode of the Ideas Foundry podcast, Kitty shares her reflections on why bands break up and how it's affected the way she leads her own band. We also discuss how such cautionary tales may help organisational teams recognise the danger signs and, with care, avoid them. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 6: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode six of WINS, Jess Cao, Senior Legal Counsel at Australian Football League (AFL) Players' Association, joins Georgina King, Managing Associate, and Sophia Kaiko, Associate in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation around issues concerning gender equality, racism and health & safety in the AFL (as well as the steps the AFL Players' Association are taking to tackle some of these issues). To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.

Episode 1 With a new government installed in Downing Street, the employment law landscape is set to change. The Labour party have set out detailed plans for a major overhaul of workplace rights with implications for business operations, HR and strategic planning. In our post-election special, we discuss the new government's reforms and how businesses can prepare, including: A round-up of key proposals, together with some high profile policies no longer being progressed, The far-reaching implications of the proposal to make unfair dismissal a day one right, A series of reforms impacting outsourced workers likely to have a transformative effect on outsourcing of services.

Episode 1 Having woken up the news of a new Labour government, you may be asking what this means for the UK regulatory landscape? In this podcast, Ben Packer, Becky McGregor and Annabel Sim discuss how the newly elected Labour Government may impact regulation across different sectors in the UK, from technology, sport, financial services, and utilities. Reading between the lines of the party's manifesto and previous announcements, we explore whether we can expect wholesale regulatory reform, or a more modest refresh. In this podcast we explore everything from exciting innovations and heightened standards in online safety, to bold commitments for fairer football governance.

Episode 4: Credit Where It's Due In the fourth episode of Credit Where It's Due, Leanne Banfield and Christy Tsui welcomed Linklaters' own Simon Firth to the vodcast where they discussed the background and rationale of launching the ISDA Credit Derivatives Determination Committee review, how it was conducted and their general observations and possible key issues. In Ash's Newsflash, Ashley Rowlands discussed the new UK securitisation regime that will begin to apply from 1 November 2024, focusing on some of the key changes and what else we can expect to see from the regulators in the future.

Episode 1: Bond Beats Speakers: Carson Welsh, Andrew Chaplin, Johnny Davidson and Erin McKeown In episode one of Bond Beats, Carson Welsh (partner), Andrew Chaplin (counsel), Johnny Davidson (managing associate) and Erin McKeown (managing associate) discuss some of the key trends we have seen in the market during the first half of 2024 – focussed on FIG and Swiss issuances – before looking to what might be in store for the back half of the year. We'll be picking up on other themes and developments in future episodes, so stay tuned! To listen to all episodes in the Bond Beats series, visit our website.

Episode 1: EU CSDDD explained Speakers: Rachel Barrett, Julia Grothaus In this episode, partners Rachel Barrett and Julia Grothaus give an overview of the CSDDD, including why it's a big deal and why it is advisable for businesses to start thinking about it now. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 2: Bond Beats Speakers: Carson Welsh, Catherine Wade, Erin McKeown and Siân Sanford In this episode of Bond Beats, Carson Welsh (partner), Catherine Wade (counsel), Siân Sanford (senior associate) and Erin McKeown (managing associate) discuss current market activity and its implications as we move into autumn. The team also delves into recent regulatory developments, including the FCA's consultations on the UK's prospectus regime, and flag key H2 dates for your diary.  To listen to all episodes in the Bond Beats series, visit our website.

Episode 2: EU CSDDD explained Speakers: James Marlow, Tom Cobbaert In this episode, managing associates James Marlow and Tom Cobbaert explain who the CSDDD applies to and at which level obligations apply and when. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 3: EU CSDDD explained  In this episode, managing associates Terry Yiangou and Iyes Igiehon and associates Elliot Jack and Elizabeth Webb explore what the CSDDD means for the financial sector, including scoping and application as well as transition plan requirements. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 5: Leading Questions Speakers: David Thomas, Rachel Metcalf and Emma Kate Cooney Episode 5 analyses the recent UK Supreme Court judgment in The Manchester Ship Canal Company Ltd v United Utilities Water Ltd (No 2) and its potential implications for water companies. In this episode we refer to our September ESG Disputes Bulletin which can be found here. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our Leading Questions webpage.

Episode 3: Bond Beats Speakers: Shirmila Ramasamy (Senior Counsel and Team Lead of Innovative Finance at the World Bank), Elaine Keats, Sirae Chen and Erin McKeown In this episode of Bond Beats, Elaine Keats (partner), Sirae Chen (managing associate), and Erin McKeown (managing associate) welcome Shirmila Ramasamy (the World Bank's senior counsel/team lead of innovative finance) to explore the World Bank's latest outcome bond:  a first-of-its-kind carbon removal bond to fund Amazon reforestation. The discussion covers the Amazon bond's structure, how outcome bonds have evolved over time and the World Bank's ambitions for future outcome bonds supporting sustainable development. To listen to all episodes in the Bond Beats series, visit our website.

Global Antitrust Enforcement Index 2024 Global antitrust enforcement has rocketed post-pandemic, with steep rises in investigations, dawn raids and fines in recent years.  But enforcement priorities have shifted. The last few years have seen considerable changes in the sectors and areas investigated, not to mention how antitrust investigations are conducted.  Our 2024 publication breaks down the impact of this on companies (including penalty types, the role of leniency and the risk of private enforcement). It distills five key trends, based on the experience of our market-leading practices in Asia, Europe and the US, to help companies protect their business and respond to new risk areas. To download a copy of the publication, visit our website.

Episode 18: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Jane Booth, Alyssa Bonic and Ian Rodwell In the dynamic and volatile world of organisational life, every leader needs to be nimble on their feet, be audience ready and demonstrate a performer mindset. And for Jane Booth (Head of Guildhall Ignite) and Alyssa Bonic (Business Manager) of the world-leading Guildhall School of Music and Drama (alma mater to Daniel Craig, Lily James and Jodie Whittaker), such arts-based metaphors reveal the fruitful intersection of the worlds of business and creativity. In this episode of the Ideas Foundry podcast, Jane and Alyssa talk about Guildhall Ignite, the School's training consultancy for executive and professional performance, the importance of agility and ‘listening in the moment' as well as the lessons orchestral life can teach us about organisational conflict, durable relationships and why the show must always (yes, always) go on. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 9: CSDDD explained: enforcement and penalties In this episode, Managing Associate James Marlow in the London ESG team speaks with Senior Associate Liz Raulston in the US team and Knowledge Lawyer & Head of ESG Regional Development for Asia, Gilly Hutchinson, about the EU CSDDD's impact on businesses outside the EU – with a particular focus on the implications for businesses in the US and Asia, as well as the UK's position. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 10: CSDDD explained: Interaction with the German Supply Chain Act In this episode, Partner Julia Grothaus and Managing Associate Kathrin Bauwens in our German team discuss the similarities and differences between the CSDDD and the German Supply Chain Act, as well as any lessons we can draw from the German law for the upcoming CSDDD implementation.   To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Episode 6: Leading Questions As AI rapidly develops, it brings with it the risk that firms might be accused of ‘AI-washing': ‘overselling' their AI's capabilities, for example to boost sales or reputation or to raise capital.  With attentive regulators and well-funding claimant lawyers, this risk must be managed carefully. In this episode we define AI-washing and give some emerging examples of it.  We look at the key civil and regulatory risks.  We draw some lessons from recent and cutting-edge US and UK regulatory and enforcement action.  And we finish with practical tips about ways you might address this risk in your own businesses. This episode features Doug Davison (partner, Washington D.C.), David Thomas (partner, London) and Duncan Campbell (senior associate, London). For more AI insights visit our webpages on AI and Contentious AI and check out our AI toolkit. Listen to all episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.  

Episode 11: Lessons from the French Duty of Vigilance law  In this episode, Claudia Cavicchioli, Counsel in the Paris team, explores the similarities between the French Duty of Vigilance Law and the CSDDD, including what can be learnt from French law, and how the CSDDD might impact the French legal landscape.   To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.

Season 2 - Episode 1: The Current State of Data Protection in Asia The past year has witnessed rapid developments in mainland China's data management and security framework. While multinationals are now benefiting from relaxed restrictions on cross-border data transfers, they contend with intensified regulatory scrutiny on other data management obligations. In this episode, our partner and Head of China TMT, Alex Roberts highlights the recent regulatory and enforcement trends in China from data privacy, cyber and data security perspectives, and forecasts new regulations anticipated to come into effect in 2025. Now returning as vodcast series, you can also watch the episode on our website to see our expert speakers in action.

Season 2 - Episode 2: The Current State of Data Protection in Asia In this episode, Albert Yuen, Head of Hong Kong TMT, takes a deep dive into the recent data privacy developments in the Hong Kong SAR relating to AI and cybersecurity. Regulators have been actively providing guidance on AI risks and related governance and compliance requirements. Follow along to learn how businesses can better navigate these evolving requirements. Now returning as vodcast series, you can also watch the episode on our website to see our expert speakers in action.

Episode 13: Crypto Facto with Josh Klayman In this episode of Crypto Facto, Josh Klayman, Linklaters' Head of U.S. Head of Fintech and Head of Blockchain & Digital Assets, is joined by Jeff Cohen, Partner in Linklaters' New York Capital Markets practice. Josh and Jeff discuss the recent US presidential election and dive into what the new Trump administration may have in store for the crypto sector. From the new securities laws that are likely to be at the top of the Republican's agenda in Congress to informal guidance, expected political appointees, and litigation, this episode of the podcast breaks down the current state of the crypto markets and where we are potentially headed over the next four years. To listen to all episodes in the Crypto Factor with Josh Klayman series, visit our website.

Season 2 - Episode 4: The Current State of Data Protection There have been some major developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this year with the Personal Data Protection Law coming into force on 14 September 2024. Namely, the Saudi Data & AI Authority have been proactive in issuing guidelines to allow for organisations to better comply with the laws and regulations. Specifically, there are published amending regulations around the transfer of personal data outside of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Now returning as vodcast series, you can also watch the episode on our website to see our expert speakers in action.

Antitrust & Foreign Investment Legal Outlook 2024 - All change ahead Looking ahead to 2025, regulators' approach to competition law is expected to see considerable shifts. On a tide of concern for national and economic security – and following a year with considerable political change – expect government pressure to prioritise growth, investment and innovation, to shape how regulators review transactions and enforce antitrust rules. To download a copy of the guide, visit our website.

Episode 4: Bond Beats In this episode of Bond Beats, Cecil Quillen (partner) and Erin McKeown (managing associate) welcome Gregory Makoff, a senior fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at the Harvard Kennedy School and an expert on sovereign debt management. Together, we discuss key aspects of New York's proposed legislative reforms, their implications for low-income countries, and the broader impact on international capital markets. Gregory also gives insights from his recent book, “Default: The Landmark Court Battle Over Argentina's $100 Billion Debt Restructuring”, which chronicles Argentina's restructuring litigation in the New York courts.    To listen to all episodes in the Bond Beats series, visit our website.

Season 2 - Episode 5: The Current State of Data Protection In this episode, TMT managing associate Jia-Yi Tay explores Singapore's latest regulatory developments in AI and cybersecurity. Two key updates in this space include the release of new guidelines by regulators addressing the use of personal data in AI systems, and the passing of amendments to the Cybersecurity Act. These new guidelines clarify consent requirements and the role of AI system developers as data intermediaries, while the amendments expand the scope of regulated entities under the Cybersecurity Act. Now returning as vodcast series, you can also watch the episode on our website to see our expert speakers in action.

Episode 1 Relaxations of bankers' bonus rules - What's proposed and how to prepare The PRA and FCA are consulting on new proposals to relax some of the remuneration pay rules for senior staff at banks and making the regime more flexible and proportionate. The changes would reduce the number of material risk takers (MRTs), simplify the tests for identifying them, and ease restrictions on paying out bonuses. At the same time, the regulators propose to strengthen MRTs' accountability through pay outcomes. This podcast considers the proposals and their likely impact, and what you need to do to prepare for the new regime. 

Episode 5: Bond Beats In the fifth episode of Bond Beats, we dive into the key trends explored in our annual publication “Debt Capital Markets Legal Outlook 2025”. The discussion highlights key regulatory developments for the debt capital markets as well as the state of play for sustainable finance and digital issuance.   To listen to all episodes in the Bond Beats series, visit our website.

Episode 6: Bond Beats In this episode of Bond Beats, Linda Taylor (Counsel), Laura Le Masurier (Managing Associate), and Erin McKeown (Managing Associate) welcome Patricia Gentile (Head of Finance and Insurance at A2A) and Jo Richardson (Managing Director and Head of Research at the Anthropocene Institute) to explore the sustainable bond market and the arrival of the first European Green Bond. The discussion includes insights from A2A's groundbreaking European Green Bond transaction, the first using the EU's official label under the EU Green Bond Regulation and examines the Regulation's broader implications for the market.   To listen to all episodes in the Bond Beats series, visit our website.

Episode 19: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Neil Mullarkey and Ian Rodwell We rarely consider the power of humour and laughter in the workplace. But the evidence shows that not only can it make us feel more connected but it can also supercharge performance and creativity. So who better than Neil Mullarkey, one of the world's most experienced and accomplished improv performers and a veteran of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway' and two Austen Powers movies, to talk about why laughter can, indeed, be the best medicine. Drawing on Neil's extensive work with business organisations and his book, ‘In the moment', we discuss how improv can improve our ability to listen, notice and be curious – skills that lie at the heart of so many organisational activities such as leading, negotiating, coaching and collaborating. We also investigate why moments matter, the role of trust and how getting off the lift at the wrong floor can sometimes be a clever thing to do. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 14: Crypto Facto with Josh Klayman In the latest episode of our Crypto Facto podcast, Joshua Ashley Klayman Kuzar dives into the fascinating world of AI with Linklaters Law Clerk and tech enthusiast Toby Irenshtain. Josh and Toby discuss the latest developments in AI including Agentic AI, AI's overlap with crypto in Web3, and the opportunities and risks that lie ahead. To listen to all episodes in the Crypto Factor with Josh Klayman series, visit our website.

Episode 7: Global Foreign Investment Podcast Series Jose Gimenez sits down with Santiago Conde Lara, who acts as the Deputy Directorate for Foreign Investments in Spain (La Subdirección General de Inversiones Exteriores (SGIE)), to discuss the Spanish FI regime 5 years since its inception and prospects for reform.  Topics covered include:  Market insights gained by the SGIE Benefits of the voluntary consultation process  Collaboration, good faith and forward-thinking in SGIE's approach  SGIE's review process, including identifying risks and remedies  Evolution of the Spanish FI regime To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our Linklaters Global Foreign Investment Podcast Series webpage.

Episode 4: Work It Out In this episode, Nick Marshall and Elly Proudlock discuss the interplay between workplace investigations and criminal processes, including when an employer should consider notifying the police about potential misconduct, the obligations on an employer to provide documents or evidence to the police, and how to manage the internal investigation once the police are involved or there is the potential for criminal proceedings. To listen to all episodes, listen on our website.

Episode Five: Senior exits and terminations: avoiding the common pitfalls In this episode, Sinead Casey and Cara Hegarty discuss a critical area for businesses: managing senior exits and terminations and avoiding the common pitfalls. Whilst a change in leadership for a company may feel like a dramatic moment, it does not need to be a crisis and there are strategies to adopt to manage a senior departure effectively. Sharing perspectives and expertise on both employment law and incentives issues, Sinead and Cara discuss initial strategies for businesses to consider, issues for listed companies, the relevance of leaver status and how to avoid the common pitfalls. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our website.

Episode 8 WINS: Women IN Sport with Jess Runicles In episode eight of WINS, Jess Runicles, Head of Sustainability at Motorsport UK, joins Georgina King, Managing Associate in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, and James Marlow, Managing Associate in Linklaters' Environment, Social and Governance practice, for a conversation around the work carried out by Motorsport UK and its environmental and social sustainability strategies, as well as the key initiatives driving gender and race equality and increasing accessibility of motorsports.   To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.

Summer Outlook 2025 Global Trends in Antitrust Enforcement and Merger Control

Summer Outlook 2025 Global Trends, Opportunities and Challenges for Dealmakers

Summer Outlook 2025 Global Trends, Tools and Tactics

Episode 1: NetCo Insights (a TMT Finance podcast) In this podcast, Julian Cunningham-Day and Rich Jones discuss the evolving landscape of the fixed line and mobile NetCo market with TMT Finance. They explore what makes a NetCo, why this model is attracting significant interest, and recent trends shaping the telecommunications sector. The conversation covers motivations behind NetCo structures, key commercial and regulatory considerations, and the potential risks and opportunities arising from these developments. With their combined experience advising on high-profile NetCo transactions, Julian and Rich share practical insights and the latest market intelligence – offering valuable guidance for anyone navigating the challenges and opportunities in digital infrastructure today.

Episode 36: Payments Monthly The FCA has confirmed new rules for how payments and e-money firms safeguard customer money. Harry Eddis and Olivia Murphy explain why the FCA is pressing ahead with some of its proposals and hitting pause on others. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Episode 37: Payments Monthly From May 2026 it will be easier for the FCA to intervene where payment firms do not meet its standards for safeguarding customer money. Harry Eddis and Olivia Murphy pick out some of the key rule changes. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Navigating EU Law: Insights for Businesses Mirjam Erb (Frankfurt) and Guillaume Croisant (Brussels) discuss the implications of the Lastre judgment on the use of asymmetric jurisdiction clauses. Listen to all episodes in the series or read the transcripts on our dedicated webpage.

Navigating EU Law: Insights for Businesses Florence Danis (Brussels) is joined by Hannes Ingwersen (Frankfurt) and Maaike Roem (Amsterdam) to unpack critical developments around parent company liability (Heineken) and full compensation rights for competition law breaches (ASG 2). Listen to all episodes in the series or read the transcripts on our dedicated webpage.

Navigating EU Law: Insights for Businesses Florence Danis (Brussels) and Elena Andrich (Milan) explore the Cannavacciuolo decision, which addresses the violation of the right to life stemming from large-scale environmental pollution, and its practical takeaways for businesses. Listen to all episodes in the series or read the transcripts on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 20: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Lisa Ardley-Price and Ian Rodwell In a world that is frenetic, volatile and uncertain, how can we retain focus and serenity while remaining efficient and productive? It's a question that Lisa Ardley-Price, in-house lawyer, coach, fitness trainer and yoga teacher, marathon runner and well-being practitioner, is incredibly well-placed to answer. With practical tips on everything from box breathing and building networks to why listening while walking is the new superpower,  we talk about the importance of self-care and regulation – and why, like Alice in Wonderland, it pays to try all the doors that lie before us! To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 1: New EU anti-money laundering regime This first episode introduces our podcast series on the European Union anti-money laundering regime, summarising the sweeping 2024 reforms that establish a single, directly applicable set of AML rules and create the new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA). It also highlights why these game-changing rules matter and previews the expert insights to come. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 2: New EU anti-money laundering regime In this episode, Matthias Schelkens and Christian Schmitt introduce the new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA)—the EU's response to long-standing challenges in AML enforcement. They discuss what AMLA is, why it matters, and how it aims to unify and strengthen AML supervision across the EU. Next, our team explores what AMLA's arrival could mean for the financial sector. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 3: New EU anti-money laundering regime This episode focuses on the Anti-Money Laundering Authority's (AMLA) role in supervising obliged entities. The speakers explain AMLA's risk-based selection process, which will identify entities based on risk exposure, operational scale and cross-border activities. The discussion covers how AMLA will supervise these entities using joint supervisory teams mixing AMLA and national staff to conduct reviews, coordinate on-site inspections, and propose decisions or sanctions. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 38: Payments Monthly Sam Quicke, Imran Bhaluani & Simon Treacy The future of payments will be powered by AI. In this podcast episode, Sam Quicke and Imran Bhaluani explore how AI agents look set to change how we shop online. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Episode 39: Payments Monthly Sam Quicke, Imran Bhaluani & Simon Treacy Providers of AI agents need to be careful about how they structure their products. Sam Quicke and Imran Bhaluani work through some of the key legal and regulatory considerations for agentic payments. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Episode 1: Introducing the Employment Rights Act 2025 Speakers: Nick Marshall, Kloe Halls, Julie Toal In our podcast, we discuss the changes affecting employers in the following areas and how to prepare:  >    Unfair dismissal  >    Contractual variations  >    Workplace harassment  >    Collective redundancy   >    The Fair Work Agency 

Episode 2: Introducing the Employment Rights Act 2025 Speakers: Kloe Halls, Anjali Raval, Alice Dunn Workplace harassment laws are set for the biggest overhaul in over a decade under the new Employment Rights Act 2025 (“ERA 2025”).  In our podcast, we discuss how employers can prepare for the four headline changes:  Strengthening the duty to prevent sexual harassment. The duty to take 'reasonable steps' to prevent sexual harassment of staff will be ramped up to ‘all reasonable steps' from October 2026.   Employer liability for third-party harassment. Employers will be liable if they fail to take all reasonable steps to prevent third parties from harassing staff from October 2026.   Whistleblowing protection for disclosures about sexual harassment. The ERA 2025 adds sexual harassment as a new category of wrongdoing about which workers can blow the whistle, effective from April 2026.  Banning confidentiality clauses for harassment and discrimination. This will be subject to a concept of an ‘excepted agreement' where the ban won't apply.   

Episode 3: Introducing the Employment Rights Act 2025 Speakers: Nick Marshall, Avani Agarwal, Hayley Tennant A major shift in the enforcement of employment rights is on its way with the creation of the new Fair Work Agency.  In our podcast, we unpick the key aspects of the new body, including: Employment rights and protections within its remit. Not only will the Fair Work Agency assume powers from HMRC, the Employment Agency Standards Inspectorate, and the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority, but it will also take on additional responsibilities. Its investigatory and enforcement powers. These are broad and include the right to enter business premises and obtain documents, and significantly, to bring employment tribunal proceedings on behalf of workers who have chosen not to. Preparatory steps employers can take ahead of its launch in April 2026.

Antitrust & Foreign Investment Legal Outlook 2026 As we enter 2026, regulators are juggling competing demands: boosting economic growth while protecting national security and innovation. The result? A tale of two speeds for dealmakers—fast-track approvals for straightforward transactions, but intensified scrutiny for anything touching AI, defence, or critical technologies. Meanwhile, antitrust enforcement is ramping up globally, with record fines and AI-powered investigations changing how authorities catch violations. But enforcement is proving to be strategic, as authorities zero in on sectors which send the strongest political message.  Our Legal Outlook 2026 report distils key themes and changes you can expect, with key tips from our global experts for the year ahead.

Episode 1: Understanding surplus: legal parameters and trustee duties Speakers: Phil Goss and Alasdair Smith  -  Linklaters Daniel Barlow and Sally Minchella - Law Debenture In this podcast, Linklaters' Partners Phil Goss and Alasdair Smith are joined by Law Debenture's Trustee Directors Daniel Barlow and Sally Minchella to discuss the legal parameters around pension scheme surplus and how these shape trustee duties. 

Episode 4: The Single Rulebook Challenge: Navigating the new EU AML regime In this episode, Stefaan Loosveld and Andreas Dehio examine one of the most revolutionary features of the new EU anti-money laundering framework: the single rulebook under the directly applicable AML Regulation (AMLR). They discuss how the move from national regimes to a uniform EU rulebook will reshape customer due diligence and affect long-standing national practices and interpretations, requiring firms to reassess the compliance of their policies and procedures with the new rules. The conversation also highlights key steps for impact and gap analysis ahead of the 10 July 2027 application date. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 5: AMLA in Action: How direct supervision will reshape high‑risk firms In this episode, Ana Isabel Mozo and Romain Payre discuss key updates to the European Union Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR). They explain the new customer due diligence and beneficial ownership rules, including lower thresholds for checks on crypto assets and cash, updated ownership criteria, and what firms should do now to prepare for the 10 July 2027 deadline. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 21: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Allyson Stewart-Allen and Ian Rodwell What if leadership begins with a story rather than a spreadsheet? In this episode, Allyson Stewart-Allen, founder of International Marketing Partners, broadcaster and author of ‘Working with Americans', joins Ian Rodwell to explore how storytelling, authenticity and an understanding of what motivates and inspires us can foster more effective leaders. Allyson shares her leadership lifeline approach, a simple values card exercise as well as her ‘best mistake', and discusses why, in an increasingly AI-driven and virtual world, curiosity, empathy and vulnerability matter more than ever. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 6: Inside the Single AML Rulebook: PEPs, High-Risk Countries and Correspondent Banking Speakers: Ngoc-Hong Ma, Sébastien Herbert and Nicolas Vermeulen In this episode, Ngoc-Hong Ma, Sébastien Herbert and Nicolas Vermeulen unpack the risk‑based measures in the new European Union Anti‑Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR). They explore enhanced due diligence for politically exposed persons, dealings with high‑risk third countries, and stricter rules for correspondent banking and crypto‑asset relationships, and explain what obliged entities should be doing now to prepare for the 10 July 2027 start date. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 7: From Rulebook to Enforcement: AMLA's Investigation and Sanctioning Powers Speakers: Kerstin Wilhelm & Matthias Schelkens In Episode 7, Kerstin Wilhelm and Matthias Schelkens examine the investigation and enforcement powers of the new European Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA). They discuss AMLA's extensive toolkit, including information requests, on‑site inspections and measures at business premises and private residences, as well as its ability to impose corrective measures, significant financial sanctions and periodic penalty payments. They also highlight the absence of settlement options and the reputational impact of mandatory publication of AMLA decisions. Listen to all the episodes in the series on our dedicated webpage.

Episode 22: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Amy Brann, Ian Rodwell and Lila Vialat Why do our best ideas arrive in the shower and rarely in a meeting? Neuroscientist and author Amy Brann joins the Ideas Foundry to explore how a working knowledge of the brain can supercharge organisational performance. We discuss how overloaded diaries, vague priorities and endless meetings drain our energy and focus - and how cognitive variety, conducive spaces and simple daily recovery habits can reduce stress while increasing the quality of our work. From the power of walking to the surprising effects of colouring circles, Amy shares a range of tips to help us work, rest (and play) more successfully. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 40: Payments Monthly Harry Eddis, Olivia Murphy & Simon Treacy In its regulatory priorities report for the UK payments sector, the Financial Conduct Authority tells firms to address gaps in their compliance. Harry Eddis and Olivia Murphy work through the areas of most interest to the FCA. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Episode 1: Welcome The UK is introducing a comprehensive regulatory regime for cryptoassets. Peter Bevan and Richard Hay explain why this is an important moment for crypto and tradfi firms.

Episode 2: Current state The UK's new crypto regulatory framework builds on existing rules. James Morris and Frances Hodgkins give an overview of how cryptoassets are already regulated in the UK.

Episode 3: Overview The UK's new crypto regime starts to apply on 25 October 2027. Peter Bevan and Olivia Murphy run through the key points to note.

Episode 4: Application period The Financial Conduct Authority's application period for cryptoasset licences opens in September 2026 and closes in February 2027. Harry Eddis and Bethan Poole explain why this application window matters and what happens to applications made after it closes. 

Episode 23: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Lila Vialat, Ian Rodwell, Dr Sylwia Ciuk and Dr Kay Galpin Far from being a temporary phenomenon, it now seems that hybrid working is here to stay. But what does that mean for young people entering the workplace? Do they experience it as liberation or something more problematic? In this episode, we are joined by Dr Sylwia Ciuk and Dr Kay Galpin from Oxford Brookes University who talk about their groundbreaking research into what it is really like to be an early‑career hybrid worker – and the implications for the organisations they work for. During this thought-provoking discussion, we explore the BOND framework (belonging, opportunities for connection, new routines and skills, dedicated support), the reality of “green dot” anxiety and blurred boundaries, and the small, deliberate actions that help young talent thrive. So, if you feel your hybrid model is working just fine or assume that graduates have it all worked out perfectly, this conversation may surprise you. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.

Episode 5 : Scope and implications for tokenisation The UK's cryptoasset regulatory regime will be a major consideration for current and future tokenisation projects. Sam Quicke and Sophia Le Vesconte explore how the scope of the regime may impact different types of digital assets.

Episode 6: Stablecoins Stablecoins are competing to be the future of digital money. Sam Quicke and Sophia Le Vesconte explain why the UK's approach to regulating stablecoins depends on where the issuer is based.

Episode 1: PFAs regimes: chemicals & hazardous substances - corporates and financial sector In this podcast, Claudia Harper, Lauren Bachtel and Sebatian Meyn provide a high-level overview of what PFAs (also known as “forever chemicals”) are, how they are regulated in the UK, EU and US, and what changes are afoot.

Episode 2: PFAs regimes: chemicals & hazardous substances - corporates and financial sector In this podcast, Aileen Buchanan (Linklaters), Lauren Bachtel (Linklaters) and Belinda Valledy (ERM) explore how to address issues relating to PFAs in M&A transactions, including due diligence, transaction documents and insurance.

Episode 7: Introducing MARC Crypto-native firms are not the only ones needing to prepare for the UK's market abuse regime for cryptoassets. Peter Bevan and Sherryn Buehlmann explain how MARC will have a wide reach.

Episode 24: The human edge Speakers: Lila Vialat, Ian Rodwell and Rahim Hirji What happens when AI assumes aspects of our jobs, while also reshaping how we think about experience, expertise and our sense of self at work? In this latest episode, we are joined by Rahim Hirji, author of Super Skills: The Seven Human Skills for the Age of AI, to explore the changing nature of work, the unbundling of roles and the rise of ‘synthetic seniority'.  Along the way, we uncover the human skills that matter even more in an AI-enabled world - including judgment, taste, curiosity and wisdom – while revealing how technology can enhance rather than erode human potential. We also confirm how good old-fashioned techniques like mindmapping still have an important role to play…! View the podcast video recording here. For more episodes, visit the Linklaters Ideas Foundry website.

Episode 41: Payments Monthly Olivia Murphy & Simon Treacy The Financial Conduct Authority commissioned the Mills Review to explore how AI will transform retail financial services by 2030. In this podcast episode Olivia Murphy shares key points from the review about how agentic payments could transform consumer journeys. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.

Episode 3: PFAs regimes: chemicals & hazardous substances - corporates and financial sector In this podcast, Satindar Dogra, Elizabeth Raultson, Anke Krouse and Sarah Martin discuss what the PFAs litigation landscape in the US, EU and UK looks like at the moment and how it could develop.

Season 2 - Episode 3: The Current State of Data Protection After more than two years since its implementation, the Thai Personal Data Protection Act sees its first enforcement case. Regulators have taken action against the violation and imposed a major fine. In this episode associate Patchara Suebwattanakul explores the highlights from Thailand's inaugural enforcement case, shedding light on recent updates on key subordinate regulations which have been issued in the past year. Now returning as vodcast series, you can also watch the episode on our website to see our expert speakers in action.