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Partner Deborah Zandstra and senior associate Azam Taiyeb delve into the business opportunities the innovative product brings for the firm and the complexities in structuring deals
Supply chain oversight and environmental impact assessments are some of the key areas that Chinese businesses need to be mindful of in outbound operations
The effective date of the final rule for investment advisers and exempt reporting advisers will be delayed by two years
German law firms fall short on cost transparency
Law firms that are fully transparent about costs can better cater to in-house counsel demands, but a big gap in expectations remains, IFLR data reveals
AI in big law
The legal landscape is evolving rapidly, and at the forefront of this transformation is artificial intelligence
Banking
Asia managing partner Matthew O’Callaghan discusses how the firm is poised to capture opportunities in the region, particularly in financial services
New hires were made across the finance, M&A and funds practices in New York, London and Paris
New measures look to calibrate policy measures in place as NBFI played a role in previous markets ‘stress episodes’, says the FSB
New hires were made across the finance practices in New York, San Francisco, London and Milan
M&A
As defence spending soars to new highs and private capital is dominating the sector, new doors are opening for law firms
The firm’s managing partners in London and Lisbon discuss why Portugal was the place to go next
Transatlantic dealmaking is reshaping the UK’s corporate landscape, as global firms capitalise on an opportunity to improve growth, innovation and long-term defensibility
London-based M&A lawyer Nick Tomlinson discusses why the best M&A lawyers know when to dig in and when to help their clients move forward
Capital Markets
Borrowers and lenders can plan ahead of the curve amid financial pressures
The influx of mainland Chinese companies seeking dual share listings and increasing investor appetite for the Hong Kong stock market are driving the IPO frenzy
From digital asset pilot schemes to stock exchange linkages, Singapore has launched a number of new initiatives in the capital markets
Paul Atkins said new rules adopted by the commission last year “were very controversial”
ESG
With four months until a final decision is made on cutting red tape, Arthur Cox's head of ESG says the firm is not advising clients to put their pens down
A unified approach to the carbon markets will help lower costs and break down barriers for investment in low carbon technologies
From green bond issuances to carbon markets, India is geared for sustainable finance development
The law firm remains committed to ensuring the executive order “is never enforced,” a spokesperson said
IFLR Awards - shared module
IFLR Awards
The Middle East awards are officially open - winners to be announced in October 2025
The finalists for the Americas awards 2025 are revealed - winners will be presented in New York on May 14
The finalists for the 26th annual Asia-Pacific Awards 2025 are revealed - winners will be presented in Hong Kong on April 16
The finalists for the 26th annual Europe awards are revealed - winners will be presented in London on April 3
Editorial board
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Primers - shared module
While the Hong Kong and US stablecoin regimes represent important steps forward, it remains to be seen how these frameworks will evolve in practice
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look at the challenges associated with the use of AI in capital markets in financial products and services
IFLR’s latest primer looks at the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s proposal to implement the Basel Committee’s capital standards for banks’ cryptoasset exposures
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look at the Financial Stability Board’s recent report on the lessons learned about depositor behaviour, interest rate risk and liquidity risk during the 2023 banking turmoil
IFLR’s latest primer explores the Basel Committee's latest paper on the risks and mitigants of permissionless blockchains for the banking sector
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look at the CFTC’s recent listing guidelines for VCC derivatives and how they seek to enhance market integrity, transparency, and liquidity
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look the SEC’s recent decision to approve proposals by several US securities exchanges to list spot ether exchange traded funds
Law firms are providing safe harbours for investment firms worried about straying across the advice boundary and helping them prepare them for changes in the future
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look at the global and local trends around the regulation of stablecoins and their issuers
IFLR’s latest primer takes a look at the anti-greenwashing rules introduced by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority
Features | Special Focus | Opinions
Features | Special Focus | Opinions
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Nigerian law firm sees finance needs as critical for economy
Yinka Edu, who heads the banking and finance practice at Udo Udoma and Belo-Osagie, describes how Nigeria’s evolving economic landscape has presented challenges and opportunities for the firm -
Colombian law firm seizes M&A opportunities amid political uncertainty
Sergio Michelsen at Brigard Urrutia is optimistic that M&A will pick up as US investors search for nearshoring options and Latin American companies look abroad -
The old meets the new: behind Winston & Strawn’s new practice launch
With the launch of its financial innovation and regulation practice, the firm expects to offer an integrated approach to its clients and tap into new business, says practice chair Carl Fornaris
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Sponsored by Han Kun Law OfficesWei Quan, Yipu Li, and Xun Li of Han Kun Law Offices report that China has made great strides in developing its green finance markets as the country strives for alignment with international standards -
Sponsored by City-Yuwa PartnersAs Japanese green bond issuance and investment continues to grow, Yasuyuki Kuribayashi of City-Yuwa Partners provides a comprehensive insight into the relevant guidelines
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Sponsored by Latham & WatkinsHeiko Gotsche, Christina Mann, and Nicole Kubalek, Latham & Watkins
