Best Finreg Podcasts (2024)

1
There’s Always a FinReg angle: Settlement cycle decisions and concerns under the microscope 37:20

18d ago37:20

37:20

The FinReg experts are back to discuss settlement cycle reduction in depth, from the impending US move – and the most pressing matters in the build up – to the UK eyeing its own move and recent updates from Europe. A sprinkling of operational resilience, ESG and crypto are also added in for good measure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…

1
Prometheum's Aaron Kaplan 1:06:42

1M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Prometheum is the one firm that other crypto firms love to hate. This is because the firm’s founders and co-CEOs, brothers Aaron and Ben Kaplan, have consistently and publicly argued that most cryptocurrencies are investment contracts subject to SEC registration requirements. In this episode, Aaron Kaplan joins Lee to discuss the process Prometheum…

1
The Populist Threat to Banks 38:28

2d ago38:28

38:28

John Heltman and Claire Williams, two journalists with American Banker, discuss the outlet’s recent series on populism and how it impacts banks. They tackle why the banking industry is so often the target of populist politicians from both the left and the right, how populism is changing the debate on various bank policy debates now, and what comes …

1
Klein vs. Calabria Round 2: How to Solve the Housing Crisis 36:44

9d ago36:44

36:44

Aaron Klein, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, and Mark Calabria, former director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, debate the best way to address the housing crisis, as well as the dangers of politicizing banking regulation, whether the Fed is too worried about consensus, if the central bank is secretly working on a central bank dig…

1
Episode 79 – Pro Bono: Rewilding the Scottish Highlands Through Forest Restoration 16:03

10d ago16:03

16:03

Latham’s recently released 2023 Pro Bono Annual Review highlights our public service initiatives around the world, including our ongoing relationship with Trees for Life. This conservation charity is dedicated to rewilding the Scottish Highlands through the restoration of the Caledonian Forest, which supports wildlife found nowhere else in Britain.…

1
Calabria vs. Klein Round 1: Bank Rescues, Fed Playing Politics, Liquidity Fixes 40:07

16d ago40:07

40:07

Mark Calabria, former director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, and Aaron Klein, senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, discuss how politics factors into the Fed’s monetary policy decisions, decry the rescue of uninsured depositors last year, debate how to fix liquidity rules and weigh in on revamping the FHLBs.…

1
Steele on What’s Needed After SVB, Biggest Threat to Banks, M&A Policy 47:31

23d ago47:31

47:31

Graham Steele, the former Treasury assistant secretary for financial institutions, offers a behind-the-scenes perspective on regulators’ decision to rescue uninsured depositors at Silicon Valley Bank and two other regional banks. He also discusses what policy changes are still needed as a result, the greatest challenge facing the banking industry, …

1
How SVB’s Collapse Changed Bank Policy for Good 32:06

1M ago32:06

32:06

One year after the fall of Silicon Valley Bank, the reverberations into banking policy continue. Brian Gardner, Chief Washington Policy Strategist at investment bank Stifel, discusses how the failure impacted bank supervision and the debate over new capital and liquidity rules—and how it will remain a part of the calculus moving forward.…

1
Whip Emmer on CBDCs, “Junk” Fees, Crypto and Community Banks 38:16

2M ago38:16

38:16

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer talks about his fears for the future of small banks—and how to reverse course—and why his movement to ban the Fed from creating a CBDC has gained steam. He also tackles his predictions for the House elections this year, the CFPB’s push against so-called “junk” fees and how he became one of the leading advocates for cry…

1
Episode 78 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: ESG 17:12

2M ago17:12

17:12

Following an array of ESG-focused regulation and escalating concerns of greenwashing risks in 2023, the year ahead looks to deliver significant industry developments at a rapid pace. In the UK, the FCA's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR), investment labelling regime, and anti-greenwashing rule will take effect during 2024. The FCA also p…

1
“The Most Contentious Fight in Washington Right Now” 35:45

2M ago35:45

35:45

Richard Hunt, executive chair of the Electronic Payments Coalition, talks about the battle over Capital One buying Discover, how it connects to the Durbin amendment’s restrictions on debit interchange fees, and why the fight over another Durbin legislative proposal on credit cards is so heated.By IntraFi

1
Episode 77 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Enforcement Against Individuals 8:23

2M ago8:23

8:23

In 2023, the FCA brought more charges for fraud offences against individuals than any other year in the regulator’s history, and secured several convictions related to fraudulent investment schemes. Yet while the FCA has signaled that economic crime is on its radar, recent years have been defined by relative inactivity, as the higher burden of proo…

1
Episode 76 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Regulatory Divergence 17:49

2M ago17:49

17:49

The UK’s announcement of the Edinburgh Reforms in 2022 made clear the government’s intention to chart its own course in rulemaking for the UK financial services sector, and no longer prioritise equivalence with EU legislation. The UK is currently in the process of repealing and restating all retained EU legislation, which will result in divergence …

1
How Banks Can Win the Battle for Deposits 34:18

2M ago34:18

34:18

Neil Stanley, CEO of the CorePoint, offers strategies and products banks can use to attract and retain deposits in a highly competitive deposit environment.By IntraFi

1
Episode 75 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Enforcement Against Firms 13:24

2M ago13:24

13:24

Two new Joint Executive Directors of Enforcement and Market Oversight appointed by the FCA in 2023 will settle into their roles over the year ahead. Following a period of enforcement defined by increased investigations and a willingness to push the envelope of legal interpretation, firms will look toward the coming year to resolve which areas of fo…

1
Esther George on Interest Rate Cuts, CRE, Bank Failures, and Everything in Between 47:53

2M ago47:53

47:53

The former Kansas City Fed president talks about the persistence of inflation, when the central bank is likely to lower interest rates, how worried she is about office CRE, the lessons from the failures of three regional banks last year, whether she supports a central bank digital currency, and the future of community banks.…

1
Episode 74 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Conduct and Culture 13:19

2M ago13:19

13:19

With the UK financial services regulators due to publish Policy Statements to their consultations on diversity and inclusion (D&I) this year, conduct and culture remain high on the regulators’ agenda and connect closely to their other regulatory priorities. The regulators have proposed new D&I reporting and disclosure requirements for larger financ…

1
Are We Headed for Another Regional Bank Crisis? 23:57

2M ago23:57

23:57

After a prominent regional bank slashed its dividend amid unexpected losses related to office commercial real estate loans, some in the media are raising fears that another round of failures could be in the offing. Jaret Seiberg, managing director of Cowen’s Washington Research Group, details what happened, how regulators are responding, and whethe…

1
Episode 73 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Artificial Intelligence 13:54

3M ago13:54

13:54

The coming year looks poised to act as a pivotal junction for the UK financial services regulators in deciding how to approach the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI), as the financial services industry sees the continued expansion of AI-related capabilities and use cases. To avoid stifling innovation, the UK government plans to take an “agi…

1
Why the War Over "Junk" Fees Has Heated Up 25:03

3M ago25:03

25:03

Kate Berry, who covers the CFPB for American Banker, goes behind the scenes on the consumer agency’s latest proposals to limit overdraft fees and institute new limits around nonsufficient funds transactions.By IntraFi

1
Episode 72 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: The Edinburgh Reforms 10:18

3M ago10:18

10:18

Since the announcement of the Edinburgh Reforms in 2022, the UK government has made progress on an assortment of measures spanning financial services regulation, with more developments expected in 2024. Though tabled initially as an ambitious suite of reforms, many of the proposals have not been particularly radical in reality. A recent Treasury Co…

1
Episode 71 – Drug Pricing: A Look Ahead at Trends for 2024 11:48

3M ago11:48

11:48

The pressure and uncertainty of 2023 will likely continue for drug manufacturers in 2024, with the election cycle bringing added scrutiny. At the federal level, continuing implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act, including publication of the so-called negotiated prices, may be disruptive. The states, meanwhile, will likely move forward with t…

1
Episode 70 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Investment Research 17:14

3M ago17:14

17:14

The UK’s decision to scrap compulsory research unbundling, following the final recommendations of the Investment Research Review, marked one of the most striking developments for financial services firms in 2023. Permitting rebundling across the board with no market capitalisation threshold comes as part of a wider approach to reinvigorate UK capit…

1
There’s Always a FinReg angle: The Bitcoin ETF approval - “Please stop talking about this sh**” 22:40

3M ago22:40

22:40

The FinReg experts are back for a new season, and what better way to kick things off than discussing the culmination of a theme that ran through our first four seasons – the Bitcoin ETF – and to quote Jamie Dimon at Davos, our FinReg experts are fully ready to “stop talking about this sh**”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

1
Bank M&A was “miserable” in 2023. Will this year be even worse? 19:10

3M ago19:10

19:10

Naomi Snyder, editor-in-chief of Bank Director, discusses why the bank M&A market was so bad in 2023, and what changes need to happen for it to improve.By IntraFi

1
Episode 69 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Retail Markets – Direction of Travel 13:49

3M ago13:49

13:49

As part of the FCA’s continued focus on retail markets, updates to several key regimes are due to progress over the next year. In addition to further implementation of the FCA’s Consumer Duty, the government plans to present detailed proposals on modernising the consumer credit regime, develop proposals to address the “advice gap”, and bring in a n…

1
Episode 68 – Drug Pricing: Will Agencies Exercise March-In Rights Based on Drug Price? 13:39

3M ago13:39

13:39

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently published a draft guidance framework for considering the exercise of march-in rights. Under the Bayh-Dole Act, government agencies can “march in” on patents resulting from government-funded research if the patent licensee is not sufficiently developing the patented invention, based …

1
Episode 67 – PE Views: The Most Pressing Cybersecurity Considerations For Private Equity 33:59

3M ago33:59

33:59

Cyberattacks targeting well-resourced businesses, especially those with institutional backing, financial support, and deep insurance coverage, have become increasingly prevalent. PE portfolio companies in particular find themselves in the crosshairs of sophisticated attackers — a heightened risk that underscores the need for boards to devote attent…

1
The “Existential” CFPB Plan Banks Should Care About 33:25

3M ago33:25

33:25

John Pitts, head of policy for Plaid, argues a new CFPB open-data proposal could transform the financial services industry. He says bankers, many of whom are skeptical of the plan, could see significant opportunities, including a greater ability to attract new customers.By IntraFi

1
Episode 66 – UK FinReg Focus Areas in 2024: Primary Markets Reform 13:54

3M ago13:54

13:54

For the last three years, UK regulatory authorities have commissioned an array of reviews and consultations to address friction points in the UK’s primary markets, culminating in reforms to the listing regime scheduled to take place in 2024. In addition to simplifying listing segments, these reforms signal a shift to a more disclosure-based regime,…

1
Would Banks Win a Lawsuit Against the Basel III Capital Plan? 33:06

3M ago33:06

33:06

Greg Baer, CEO of the Bank Policy Institute, makes the case that regulators did not follow the law when they proposed new capital standards for the biggest banks by failing to provide adequate analysis and data. He details what he believes is missing and why he’s confident a final rule will be substantially different.…

1
Episode 65 – PE Views: How Can PE Sponsors Promote Transparency and Successful Fund Raise Amid ESG Scrutiny? 9:51

4M ago9:51

9:51

Regulatory drivers and stakeholder demands have put environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations at the forefront of their agendas, with PE firms adopting ESG strategies across funds, investments, due diligence, and portfolio company management. This strong focus has prompted certain stakeholders to argue that ESG factors are receivin…

1
There’s Always a FinReg angle: Are you Santa or Scrooge when it comes to this year’s regulatory developments? 26:03

4M ago26:03

26:03

The FinReg experts are back for the last episode of series four where they discuss the most prominent regulatory themes through a game of ‘Santa or Scrooge’ plus highlight recent developments during a busy fourth quarter for updates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1
Episode 64 – Energy & Infrastructure: How Can Companies Avoid Greenwashing Allegations and ESG Litigation Risks? 25:52

4M ago25:52

25:52

As companies feel heightened pressure from stakeholders to adopt environmental, social, and governance (ESG) measures, greenwashing allegations continue to rise in tandem. Complex regulatory environments in the US and across Europe increase the likelihood of enforcement actions and demands for leadership teams to validate their public statements an…

1
Episode 63 – M&A Views: How Should Deal Teams Navigate a Global Crackdown on Restrictive Covenants? 13:57

5M ago13:57

13:57

Regulators in the US, EU, and UK have increasingly scrutinized non-compete and no-poach clauses in employment agreements and M&A deals. The US Federal Trade Commission proposed a rule to ban non-competes in most situations, while several US states seek to implement complete or partial non-compete bans. In Europe, the European Commission and the UK’…

1
Episode 62 – Has FDA Meaningfully Changed Its Restrictions on Off-Label Communications? 26:26

5M ago26:26

26:26

Following a number of challenges to administrative enforcement on First Amendment grounds, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a new draft guidance document addressing truthful and non-misleading communications regarding product uses not approved or cleared by the FDA. Notably, the document updates the standard for using scientific or m…

1
The Road Ahead for Community Banks in 2024 40:54

5M ago40:54

40:54

Derek Williams, chairman of ICBA and President and CEO of Century Bank & Trust in Milledgeville, Georgia, talks about the challenges and opportunities for community banks as they head into a new year, including how he sees economic issues and policy debates playing out.By IntraFi

1
Episode 61 – Drug Pricing: New OIG Guidance Reaffirms the Seven Elements of an Effective Compliance Program 12:45

5M ago12:45

12:45

In November, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of the Inspector General (OIG) issued new compliance program guidance that affirms OIG’s long-standing focus on the seven elements of an effective compliance program, first published in 2003. In this episode of Connected With Latham, partner Chris Schott and associate Danny Machado ar…

1
Attack of the (Voice) Clones: The Perils of AI for Banks 35:35

5M ago35:35

35:35

As AI becomes more prevalent, what are the risks to banks and consumers, particularly as software can now allow fraudsters to imitate a person's voice? Emily Flitter, reporter for the New York Times, talks about the growing threat from AI on financial security, how it is already changing lending and what policymakers can do to address it.…

1
There’s Always a FinReg angle: Securities finance, custody and private all on the SEC radar; Six months till T+1 27:22

5M ago27:22

27:22

The FinReg experts catch up on a couple of months of finreg news, pointing out how the US SEC has been particularly busy, while checking in on digital assets, ESG and settlement cycles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1
How FHLB Reform Can Help Banks, Housing 42:47

5M ago42:47

42:47

Cornelius Hurley, professor at Boston University School of Law, breaks down the recent FHFA report calling for sweeping changes to the Home Loan Bank system. He discusses why it’s important to refocus the banks on mission and how the debates over the report’s finding will play out in future rulemakings and legislation.…

1
Quarles on Capital Plan, SVB Criticism, Interest Rates & Fed Power Dynamics 56:16

6M ago56:16

56:16

Randal Quarles, the former Fed vice chair, details how the new Basel III capital proposal could hurt the economy, casts doubt on the legality of the Fed’s stress tests, and pushes back on criticism that his actions helped cause the failure of three regional banks earlier this spring. He also talks about his biggest concerns in the financial system …

1
Episode 60 – PE Views: Is the CMA’s Focus on Roll-Up Transactions Here to Stay? 10:28

6M ago10:28

10:28

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has increasingly asserted its jurisdiction to review private equity buy-and-build transactions, including completed deals, citing competition concerns and protection against perceived threats to consumers. With regulators in the US and elsewhere voicing similar concerns, PE firms and portfolio compan…

1
Inside the Conviction of SBF – And What It Means for Crypto, Banks 41:03

6M ago41:03

41:03

Zeke Faux, an investigative reporter for Bloomberg and the author of “Number Go Up: Inside Crypto’s Wild Rise and Staggering Fall,” goes behind the scenes on Sam Bankman Fried’s conviction last week, including his interviews with the former FTX leader and what it means for the industry at large.By IntraFi

1
Episode 59 – SCOTUS Update: Perez v. Sturgis Secures a Supreme Court Win for Disability Rights 37:08

6M ago37:08

37:08

On March 21, 2023, the US Supreme Court ruled for Miguel Luna Perez, a Latham pro bono client, in Perez v. Sturgis. Perez, who is deaf, was repeatedly denied reasonable accommodations, including a qualified sign-language interpreter, by Sturgis Public Schools and the Sturgis Public Schools Board of Education. Lower courts had held that Perez could …

1
The Case Against a U.S. Retail CBDC 41:59

6M ago41:59

41:59

Christina Skinner, assistant professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, talks about why a potential U.S. central bank digital currency “opens a Pandora’s Box” of questions about the role of the Fed and could pose a grave threat to banks.By IntraFi

1
Everything Banks Need to Know about the Final CRA Rule 22:49

6M ago22:49

22:49

Ebrima Sanneh, who covers the federal banking agencies for the American Banker, breaks down the final rule setting out new standards under the Community Reinvestment Act. He tackles how the rule changed from the proposal, the new standards for community banks, and how the industry is likely to react.…

1
Episode 58 – FDI Developments: M&A Security Screening in Europe's Fragmented FDI Landscape 19:36

6M ago19:36

19:36

As security interests have become increasingly important in Europe and globally, comprehensive investment control reviews are now an unavoidable element of any cross-border acquisition – with complex legal standards that vary greatly from country to country. In this episode of Connected With Latham, London private equity partner Tom Evans speaks to…

1
Episode 57 – Drug Pricing: What Trends Emerged from the 2023 Medicaid Drug Rebate Program Summit? 12:12

6M ago12:12

12:12

Not surprisingly, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and its impact on the pharmaceutical industry was a key topic when manufacturers, government officials, and other stakeholders convened in Chicago for the annual Medicaid Drug Rebate Program Summit. The conference’s wide-ranging agenda spotlighted key questions and trends emerging from the Centers…

1
The CFPB Is Here to Stay, So What's Next? 32:49

6M ago32:49

32:49

Now that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau appears likely to survive a Supreme Court challenge, will the agency be emboldened to push its powers further? Or will it be reined in by other forces? Evan Weinberger, who covers the CFPB for Bloomberg Law, analyzes the latest intel.By IntraFi

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Finreg Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide