Best Flom LLP Podcasts (2024)

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Dissecting the Solvency Capital Requirement 18:28

14h ago18:28

18:28

“The Solvency Capital Requirement, or SCR, is designed to protect policyholders by helping to make sure that insurers can survive difficult periods and pay claims as they fall due.” In this episode of "The Standard Formula" podcast, Rob Chaplin, host and head of Skadden’s Europe Financial Institutions Group, is joined by colleague Will Adams as the…

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Spin-outs and New Fund Sponsors 8:42

14h ago8:42

8:42

Beyond marketing a fund, which we spotlighted in our last episode, there are other issues that founders of a new fund business need to consider. In this episode of “The Preferred Return” podcast, Skadden attorneys Greg Norman and Abigail Reeves focus on critical considerations for first-time fund managers. They highlight the importance of a broad t…

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When and How Directors Should Engage with Investors 21:34

4h ago21:34

21:34

In this episode of the Informed Board podcast, our host, Skadden M&A partner Ann Beth Stebbins is joined by guest, Rebecca Corbin from Corbin Advisors, to explore the critical role that board directors play in shareholder engagement. Corbin stresses that a proactive approach toward shareholder engagement can enhance a company’s value. In their conv…

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Dissecting Cross-Border Transfer Pricing Resolutions with Clark Armitage 36:36

2d ago36:36

36:36

“Transfer pricing, itself, is more of an art than a science. There's a lot of gray area in many, many aspects of transfer pricing,” says Clark Armitage. In this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, Skadden attorneys Nate Carden, David Farhat, Eman Cuyler and Stefane Victor, are joined by guest Clark Armitage of Caplin & Drysdale. The group di…

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Understanding the FTC’s Landmark Ban on Noncompetes 39:50

13d ago39:50

39:50

The FTC issued its final rule broadly banning noncompete clauses between employers and workers. In this episode of “Fierce Competition,” Skadden attorneys Tara Reinhart, Annie Villanueva Jeffers and Justine Haimi discuss the contents of this bombshell rule, the mounting legal challenges it faces and what clients should do now that the rule has been…

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Solvency II Back to Basics: Technical Provisions 14:30

14d ago14:30

14:30

“Technical provisions are crucial, as they form the fundamental basis for assessing the financial stability of insurance and reinsurance plans.” In this episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast, Rob Chaplin, host and head of Skadden’s Europe Financial Institutions Group, is joined by colleague Mary Bonsu. Rob and Mary delve into the complexities o…

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What Does AI Safety Mean for Fintechs? 18:41

1M ago18:41

18:41

There have been big headlines in the world of AI over the past few weeks. In this episode of Skadden’s “Fintech Focus” podcast, host Joseph Kamyar is joined by Nicola Kerr-Shaw to discuss AI safety within the fintech sector. They delve into recent developments, including the EU AI Act and the U.K.-U.S. landmark agreement on AI safety. The episode a…

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GILTI Conscience Spotlight Series: A Conversation With Women Trailblazers in Tax 35:07

2M ago35:07

35:07

In this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, Skadden attorneys Eman Cuyler and Stefane Victor are joined by Jessica Hough, tax partner and head of Skadden’s Washington, D.C. office, and Pam Olson, a tax policy consultant at PwC, both of whom have significant experience advising on issues related to tax policy. Tune in to this special episode …

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Investment Rules for Insurers and Reinsurers 16:30

2M ago16:30

16:30

The U.K.’s investment rules for insurers and reinsurers have become particularly interesting due to recent proposals for reform relating to U.K. sovereignty and the ESG movement. In this episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast, host and Skadden partner Rob Chaplin is joined by colleagues Ben Lyon and Verena Mengis. Tune in as Ben and Verena delve…

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Takeaways From the Illumina-Grail Merger Challenge Saga 39:21

2M ago39:21

39:21

Illumina announced in December that it would divest GRAIL, the result of a merger challenge with many twists and turns both in the United States and in Europe. In this episode of the “Fierce Competition“ podcast, Skadden attorneys Julia York (partner, Washington, D.C.), Ingrid Vandenborre (partner, Brussels) and Michael Sheerin (counsel, New York) …

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The Preferred Return: Marketing Private Funds in the UK and Europe 10:16

3M ago10:16

10:16

In this premiere episode of "The Preferred Return" podcast, Skadden attorneys Greg Norman and Abigail Reeves dive into the complexities of marketing private funds in the U.K. and Europe under the regulations of the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD). They discuss the impact of AIFMD on EU and non-EU funds, the process and regula…

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Welcome to The Preferred Return 0:17

3M ago0:17

0:17

From Skadden, The Preferred Return is a podcast covering critical investment management issues in the U.K. and Europe for corporate counsel, business decision-makers and compliance professionals. We provide sophisticated, timely and accessible updates on the latest legal and regulatory developments in the asset management space, one episode at a ti…

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Fintech Focus: Are Regulators Dictating Fintech Deal Terms? 13:33

3M ago13:33

13:33

On this inaugural episode of the “Fintech Focus” podcast — which will examine trends and developments throughout the fintech space — Skadden attorneys Joseph Kamyar and Azad Ali kick off a series that will look at the extent to which regulators are dictating fintech investment terms. To begin the series, Joseph and Azad take a look at neobanks — wh…

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Welcome to Fintech Focus 0:17

3M ago0:17

0:17

From Skadden, Fintech Focus is a podcast exploring the latest global legal and regulatory issues in the fintech space, from dealmaking and finance trends, to advancements in AI and digital currencies, to the implications of regulatory and enforcement priorities. Whether you’re an investor, CEO or in-house counsel, we’ll help you get up to speed qui…

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Understanding the UK’s Matching Adjustment Regime 21:18

3M ago21:18

21:18

In September 2023, the U.K.'s Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) released its second consultation paper on reforms to the Solvency II regime for U.K. insurers. These reforms relate to the use of the Matching Adjustment, a mechanism that adjusts the discount rate that can be applied to the valuation of an insurer’s insurance and reinsurance oblig…

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CEO Succession Planning on a Clear Day 24:39

4M ago24:39

24:39

“There’s certainly an argument to be made, that the moment you name a new CEO, then you ought to be starting to think about who the next person is,” says Blair Jones. In this episode of the Informed Board podcast, our host, Skadden M&A partner Ann Beth Stebbins, is joined by guests, Blair Jones, a managing director at Semler Brossy Consulting Group…

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Group Supervision Under Solvency II 18:04

4M ago18:04

18:04

This episode of the “The Standard Formula” podcast is the fourth in the “Back to Basics” series focusing on developments in the Solvency II regime. Skadden partner Rob Chaplin is joined by colleague Feargal Ryan to explore the complexities of group supervision under Solvency II. Rob and Feargal begin with a discussion of the circumstances under whi…

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Letter From London: The Rise of UK Class Actions and the Competition Appeal Tribunal 28:15

4M ago28:15

28:15

Until recent years, there was barely a single collective claim in Europe, but now, things have changed. This episode of the “Fierce Competition” podcast features Skadden partners Bill Batchelor, Bruce Macaulay and Matt Martino, who explore class action lawsuits in the U.K. and U.S., focusing on the evolving role of the Competition Appeal Tribunal (…

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Developments on the Horizon for the UK Change-in-Control Regulatory Regime 20:14

5M ago20:14

20:14

In this episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast, which focuses on Solvency II developments, Skadden partner Rob Chaplin is joined by colleague Olivier Peeters to discuss the U.K.'s change in control regime for insurers and insurance brokers. Rob and Olivier delve into the concept of a “controller” as defined in the U.K. Financial Services and Mar…

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Inside the IRS: A Conversation With Former Agency Officials 35:49

5M ago35:49

35:49

On this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, Skadden attorneys David Farhat, Nate Carden, Eman Cuyler and Stefane Victor, are joined by colleagues Fred Goldberg and De Lon Harris, both of whom have had distinguished careers with the IRS. Tune in to hear Fred and De Lon share their thoughts, insights and predictions on the latest IRS projects …

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Private Equity Under the Antitrust Microscope 21:13

6M ago21:13

21:13

This episode of the “Fierce Competition” podcast features Skadden antitrust/competition partners Ken Schwartz (New York), Tara Reinhart (Washington, D.C.) and Aurora Luoma (London), who dig into the complexities behind increased antitrust scrutiny for private equity transactions. They shed light on the regulatory focus on market roll-ups, delve int…

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Solvency II Back to Basics: Third Country Branches and Cross-Border Provision of Services 16:43

6M ago16:43

16:43

This episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast is part three of the “Back to Basics” series, which takes a deep dive into the Solvency II regime. Skadden partner Rob Chaplin is joined by his colleague Meher Pahuja to discuss third-country branches and the cross-border provision of services. Rob and Meher explore the significance of third-country br…

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Pillar Two Analysis: An Asia-Pacific Viewpoint 40:27

6M ago40:27

40:27

The evolving landscape of tax reforms in Japan and the broader Asia Pacific region presents a complex tapestry of challenges and strategic shifts. On this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, Skadden partners Nate Carden and David Farhat are joined by Samuel Gordon, an international tax partner at Deloitte in Japan to dissect tax implications…

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Reinsurance and Risk Transfer: Risk Mitigation Under the Solvency II Regime 15:06

7M ago15:06

15:06

This episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast is a continuation of the Back to Basics series. Skadden partner Rob Chaplin and his colleague Imad Mohammed Nazar focus on reinsurance and risk transfer under Solvency II. Reinsurance is a crucial aspect of the insurance industry and plays a significant role in mitigating risk. Under the Solvency II re…

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How Will Corporate DEI Policies be Affected by the Supreme Court Ruling in the University Affirmative Action Cases? 23:16

7M ago23:16

23:16

Skadden partners Ann Beth Stebbins, David Schwartz and Lara Flath discuss the implications for US companies of the Supreme Court’s decision in June striking down race-based affirmative action programs in higher education. David Schwartz is global head of Skadden’s labor and employment group, and Lara Flath is a Skadden litigation partner who repres…

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Insuring Transfer Pricing Risk 34:25

7M ago34:25

34:25

While tax insurance can be used in a variety of contexts, from M&A deals to regular tax planning scenarios, it is also relevant when it comes to transfer pricing. Recent developments have expanded the scope of tax insurance to cover multiple years of transfer pricing in returns in M&A deals, and the potential of seeing more transfer pricing insuran…

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Back to Basics: Exploring the Many Facets of the Solvency II Regime 15:16

8M ago15:16

15:16

This episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast launches the “Back to Basics” series, which will comprehensively cover the U.K.’s Solvency II regime. For the premiere episode, Skadden partner Rob Chaplin and associate David Wang delve into the intricacies of own funds, a core concept of Solvency II. Own funds constitute an insurer's regulatory capit…

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Fierce Competition: A New Era in Global Merger Control 37:55

8M ago37:55

37:55

Around the world, regulators are rapidly evolving their approaches to merger control. The landscape has become increasingly complex and fragmented. Transactions that were once straightforward now take much longer and are more likely to be challenged. Responding to a perception that their old tools were not working as well as perhaps they should, re…

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Gearing Up for Pillar Two 38:58

8M ago38:58

38:58

Pillar Two is no longer hypothetical. It’s now time for Pillar Two “readiness.” In this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, hosts David Farhat, Nate Carden, Eman Cuyler and Stefane Victor discuss Pillar Two with Eric Sensenbrenner and Paul Oosterhuis. The group delves into the current state of Pillar Two, which has shifted from a source of c…

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Welcome to Fierce Competition 0:23

8M ago0:23

0:23

From Skadden, Fierce Competition is a podcast for corporate counsel of multinational organizations who face the challenges of navigating antitrust policy and enforcement around the world. This is not another U.S. or Eurocentric antitrust podcast. We’re covering global antitrust issues, impacting the most complex industries. In today's fast-paced gl…

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Spotlight Series: Utilizing Tax Knowledge for the Greater Good 29:06

9M ago29:06

29:06

Pro bono projects provide unique flexibility and opportunities for skill development, benefiting both the professional who takes on the work and the client. In this episode of “GILTI Conscience,” hosts David Farhat, Stefane Victor and Nate Carden present the next installment of the podcast’s Spotlight Series, which includes a discussion with associ…

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Will the EU’s Focus on Foreign Subsidies Make It More Difficult To Acquire European Businesses? 24:21

9M ago24:21

24:21

Companies now face an additional regulatory hurdle when making acquisitions in the European Union. In addition to merger control and foreign direct investment (FDI) filings, they will be subject to the EU’s new Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), Skadden partner Giorgio Motta explains. The law, which took effect in July, allows the European Commiss…

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Understanding Insurance Resolution Regimes 16:49

9M ago16:49

16:49

This episode of The Standard Formula podcast discusses three emergent insurance resolution regimes that deal with the failure, or potential failure, of insurers. Lamya Al-Yazdi, a member of Skadden’s London insurance team, joins Skadden partner Rob Chaplin to discuss the U.K. HM Treasury consultation on the insurer-specific recovery and resolution …

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Tax Insurance 101 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

In this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, David Farhat, Nate Carden and Stefane Victor are joined by Mike Gaffney of Atlantic Global Risk to talk about tax insurance and its role in addressing uncertainty in tax laws. Mike describes the workings of tax insurance, including the length of a typical policy, particularly surrounding a deal, an…

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Spotlight Series: An Evolution of Workplace Diversity and Acceptance 26:33

11M ago26:33

26:33

In this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, hosts David Farhat and Nate Carden are joined by associates Stefane Victor and Eman Cuyler, and Howard Sacarob, head of U.S. tax for the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). Mr. Sacarob is also a member of RBC’s diversity leadership council and an executive sponsor of the Pride Employee Resource Group (ERG)…

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International Association of Insurance Supervisors: Who They Are and Their Industry Impact 12:03

11M ago12:03

12:03

In this episode of “The Standard Formula” podcast, partner Rob Chaplin reviews the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) with European counsel George Belcher and associate Feargal Ryan from our London insurance team.They discuss how the voluntary membership organization oversees the global standard for the implementation of prin…

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Amount B Back in the Spotlight 34:30

12M ago34:30

34:30

In this episode of the “GILTI Conscience” podcast, Skadden partners David Farhat and Nate Carden, along with associates Eman Cuyler and Stefane Victor, discuss Pillar One’s Amount B with Jessie Coleman of KPMG. In December 2022, the OECD issued documentation providing a much anticipated outline of Amount B, however, many uncertainties still remain …

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Update on Pillar Two: Where it Stands Today and What To Expect 34:15

1y ago34:15

34:15

After a slow start, the Pillar Two initiative has gained momentum across the globe.“GILTI Conscience” hosts David Farhat, Nate Carden, Stefane Victor and Eman Cuyler spoke with Vikram Chand, a professor at the University of Lausanne, to discuss the latest Pillar Two developments and implications for international taxation. The conversation delves i…

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What A New Executive Order and Tighter Controls on Tech Exports Mean for Companies Doing Business in China 21:21

1y ago21:21

21:21

In 2022, the U.S. restricted technology exports to China that might have military uses, and an executive order is expected soon limiting investments in certain Chinese tech companies. Skadden M&A partner Ann Beth Stebbins leads a discussion about the reasons for the rules and their impact on companies doing business in China. Joining her are Jessie…

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Bermuda Monetary Authority Proposes Enhancements to its Regulatory Regime 15:30

1y ago15:30

15:30

In our latest installment of “The Standard Formula” podcast, partner Rob Chaplin and associate Ilianna Kotini discuss the proposals made in the Bermuda Monetary Authority's (BMA) latest consultation paper, which are focused on the BMA’s plan to enhance the regulatory and supervisory regime for commercial insurers and insurance groups. The proposals…

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Spotlight Series: Carving Your Path in Transfer Pricing 29:27

1y ago29:27

29:27

Though many opportunities exist for students interested in a career in tax law, there has been no clear environment for cultivating talent in the area of transfer pricing. Now, an ABA program offers up-and-coming professionals the opportunity to learn directly from leaders in this niche field. Launched in the midst of the pandemic in 2020, “Transfe…

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How the SEC Is Making it Harder To Exclude Shareholder Proposals and What This Means for ESG This Proxy Season 28:11

1y ago28:11

28:11

The SEC’s Rule 14a-8, which gives shareholders the right to put proposals to a vote of other shareholders, was adopted to allow shareholders access to other shareholders and management, BlackRock Head of External Affairs Dalia Blass explained. But it came with some protections to prevent proposals that would be a waste of time, such as those that h…

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Pass-Through Voting: Empowering Shareholders or Increasing the Influence of Proxy Advisors? 14:19

1y ago14:19

14:19

In a move intended to “democratize” shareholder voting, several large index funds are giving their investors a say in how shares are voted, instead of leaving those choices to fund managers’ stewardship teams. In the pilot projects, aimed primarily at institutional investors, fund investors are given several options: to vote as the fund manager’s s…

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Spotlight Series: Beyond the Technical Side of Tax Law 29:53

1y ago29:53

29:53

In this episode of GILTI Conscience, Skadden’s Nate Carden, David Farhat and Stefane Victor continue the podcast’s spotlight series with tax associate Katy Stone, who discusses the impact tax-related pro bono work has had not only on the lives of other but also on her career. Katy describes how pro bono matters — which she was introduced to early —…

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Comparing Prudential Solvency Regulatory Regimes 16:27

1y ago16:27

16:27

In its simplest form, a prudential solvency regime is designed to ensure insurance policyholders are compensated while allowing insurers to remain competitive and not unnecessarily over-capitalized. The three most significant prudential solvency regulatory regimes globally are Solvency II in the EU and U.K., U.S. risk-based capital (RBC) and the Be…

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An In-Depth Look at International Tax in Africa: Part 2 27:41

1+ y ago27:41

27:41

In the second of this two-part GILTI Conscience series, our Skadden tax attorneys continue their conversation with Lolade Ososami, a partner and head of the tax team at Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie, and Zach Pouga, a partner in the International Tax Group at Ernst & Young, on the myriad tax issues faced by Africa-based companies, companies with a presen…

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The Edinburgh Reforms: Big Bang 2.0 or Thoughtful Change? 12:09

1+ y ago12:09

12:09

Following the recently introduced Solvency UK for insurers, the British government has announced the Edinburgh Reforms, which propose various amendments to the UK’s financial services sector. These Reforms are the most significant divergences from the EU’s financial services regulations and are intended to secure the UK's status as a leading financ…

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An In-Depth Look at International Tax in Africa: Part 1 21:23

1+ y ago21:23

21:23

Conversations surrounding transfer pricing practices rarely span to include the myriad regulations throughout Africa. However, across the continent, there are vast distinctions between countries that are thriving under new international tax rules and others that are struggling to keep up. Lolade Ososami, a partner and head of the tax team at Udo Ud…

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UK Government Announces Post-Brexit Solvency II Reforms 11:24

1+ y ago11:24

11:24

As part of its departure from the European Union (Brexit), the United Kingdom is moving away from key EU insurance prudential regulatory standards, including by liberalizing the EU Solvency II regime. These reforms can be seen as political as well as regulatory — and if you’re an insurance professional, it is important to understand what these chan…

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Welcome to The Standard Formula - Solvency Two for Insurers 0:20

1+ y ago0:20

0:20

From Skadden, The Standard Formula is a Solvency Two podcast for UK and European insurance professionals. Join us as Skadden Partner Robert Chaplin leads conversations with industry practitioners and explores Solvency Two developments that matter to you. If you’re enjoying The Standard Formula, be sure to subscribe in your favorite podcast app so y…

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