The 2018 Regulatory Horizon – Video Highlights
May 21, 2018
This is a time of intense regulatory change for the asset management sector. Our regulatory horizon update provides a roundup of where we are with regards to MiFID II and PRIIPs since the end of 2017 and looks forward to key areas including Brexit, the impact of Fintech on asset managers, how firms can protect themselves against cybersecurity threats and preparing for the extension of the Senior Management and Certification Regime.
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2018 Regulatory Trends - An Overview
London financial services partners Monica Gogna, Richard Frase and Richard Heffner look at the biggest regulatory changes to face asset managers in recent years, the issues at the forefront of a General Counsel's mind in today's regulatory landscape, what firms should consider when conducting business on a cross-border basis and the distinct regulatory issues faced by the growing area of private equity.
2018 Regulatory Trends - An Overview
MiFID II - Where Are We Now?
Partner Richard Frase describes the run up to, and issues since, MiFID II implementation as well as key changes regarding research payment rules, distribution and more.
MiFID II - Where Are We Now?
PRIIPs - An Update
Partner Richard Heffner discusses the recently enacted PRIIPs regulation affecting Packaged Retail Investment and Insurance-based Investment Products. He also takes a closer look at the requirements of the regulation’s Key Information Document.
PRIIPs - An Update
Brexit for Asset Managers
Partner Monica Gogna discusses the primary issues asset managers are facing with respect to Brexit, including delegation, equivalence, the retention of talent in key jurisdictions, and overall uncertainty being felt throughout the industry.
Brexit for Asset Managers
Cybersecurity for Asset Managers
Partner Richard Heffner discusses two sources of regulation governing cybersecurity for UK asset managers: the EU, whose GDPR will come into force on 25 May, and the FCA, which has issued various principles and rules designed to combat financial crime.
Cybersecurity for Asset Managers
Fintech in the Asset Management Sector
Partner Monica Gogna explores the various ways that Fintech is influencing the asset management sector, including through the use of robo advisers, mobile technology and blockchain.
Fintech in the Asset Management Sector
The Extension of the SMCR to Regulated Firms
Financial services partner Richard Frase is joined by labor and employment partner Jason Butwick to discuss the extension of the SMCR to all regulated firms and the four key changes that firms can expect.
Senior Managers and Certification Regime
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