There are few sectors that can claim to have changed as dramatically in the last few years as the payments sector.The evolution of retail payments has been particularly stark but increasingly change is afoot in the wholesale market too.In this podcast series lawyers from the Linklaters payments team…
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 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 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 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 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 7: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode seven of WINS, Grace Ahrens, Executive Director at Women in Soccer, joins Georgina King, Managing Associate in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation around the work carried out by Women in Soccer, the infrastructure side of the soccer industry in the US, the changing landscape of women's soccer and the challenges it faces. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Sports and ESG are becoming increasingly intertwined, with tournament and competition organisers, clubs and individuals taking more steps to travel, compete and operate with sustainability in mind. In this podcast, Benja, Claudia and James dive deeper into the world of sustainability in sports – from the work being done by Forest Green Rovers and FC Barcelona, through to the risks of greenwashing and how organisations are can adopt ESG strategies to help them prepare for the future. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our ESG Soundbite Series webpage.
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.
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.
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 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 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 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 8: CSDDD explained: enforcement and penalties In this episode, counsel Guillaume Croisant and Kathrin Bauwens discuss the public and private enforcement mechanisms of the CSDDD and the significant penalties companies may face for non-compliance. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD 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 7: CSDDD explained: what the due diligence requirements mean in practice In this episode, counsel Guillaume Croisant and manging associate James Marlow discuss some of the key concepts behind the due diligence obligations, including practical tips on where businesses should begin, as well as next steps in the run up to July 2027, when the CSDDD will first apply to the initial group of companies within its scope. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.
Episode 6: CSDDD explained: due diligence requirements In this episode, counsel Guillaume Croisant and Aileen Buchanan provide an overview of the environmental and human rights due diligence obligations under the CSDDD and the impacts on business partners. To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.
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.
Episode 5: How the CSDDD compares with the CSRD In this episode, managing associate Tom Cobbaert and associate Claudia Harper discuss the intersection between the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). To listen to all episodes in the EU CSDDD series, visit our website.
Episode 4: CSDDD and transition plans In this episode, counsel Kim Rybarczyk and managing associate Xu Wang explain why the CSDDD's transition plan requirement is significant, including the detail behind what transition plans should contain. 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: 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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: 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 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 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 11: Global environmental crime and money laundering risk In this eleventh episode, James Bowen and Jasmine Olomolaiye are joined by guest speaker Jamas Hodivala KC of Matrix chambers to discuss environmental crime and money laundering risk arising from overseas' conduct. For UK companies, this is often an underappreciated area of risk but it is one which will only become more salient with increasing focus on the "E" of ESG. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our The Most Important Issues in Business Crime podcast series.
Episode 32: Payments Monthly Our payments podcast returns with an update on the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act. In this episode, Andreas van Impe explains what payment firms should focus on to meet the DORA deadline. Listen to all episodes on our Payments podcast webpage.
Episode 5: WINS: Women IN Sports In episode five of WINS, Angela (Ane) Redmond Debro, Associate General Counsel of Athletics at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), joins Georgina King and Lillian Childress, associates in Linklaters' Litigation, Arbitration and Investigations practice, for a conversation about sports law in U.S. higher education, including Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)'s impact on women's sports so far and recent growth in women's sports on and off the field. To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our WINS: Women IN Sport podcast series.
Episode 1: PanDORA's box Jimi Piggott-Bader, Gonzalo Diaz and Simon Treacy introduce DORA: what it does, who is affected and what rules are still under development. Gonzalo Diaz: “DORA aims to address a patchwork of obligations scattered among various legislation and harmonise digital operational resilience rules across the EU financial sector.” To listen to all episodes in this series, visit our website.
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