Best Cryptoasset Podcasts (2025)

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Cross Examining Cyber EP19: Cross Examining Carolyn Pugsley, Christine Wong and Peter Jones 34:14

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In this episode, we cross examine Carolyn Pugsley, Christine Wong, and Peter Jones, Partners at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, and key members of our incident response team. We have all worked closely on some of the region's most signficant cyber attacks. In this podcast we talk about the most critical legal issues confronting corporates in Austra…

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Accountancy Insights: LLMs and spreadsheets, Companies House IDV, and the OBR’s role 34:11

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In this episode, we’re exploring just how useful Large Language Models (LLMs) are when it comes to spreadsheets; what needs to happen by 18 November when it comes to Companies House ID verification; and how the OBR comes to its conclusions. Host Philippa Lamb is joined by Simon Thorne, Senior Lecturer in Computer Science, Cardiff Metropolitan Unive…

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Inside Employment (Australia) EP5: DEI update: global trends, modern awards and pay gap reporting 11:30

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Recorded on 24 June 2025 In this episode of Inside Employment, hosts Drew Pearson, Lucy Boyd, and Stephanie Blancquart unpack the evolving landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. They explore the growing regulatory momentum in Australia – particularly the upcoming Gender Undervaluation awards review at the Fair Work Com…

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FSR Brief EP9: Motor Finance redress proposal – beginning of the end? 29:39

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The FSR Brief is back following an extended summer break, and top of the agenda is the FCA's proposal for a redress scheme which seeks to draw a line under the long running saga around the disclosure of motor finance commission. Jon Ford, Michael Tan, and Jack Moore discuss the scope of the scheme, what firms should be thinking about and what this …

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Going for green in real estate sectors EP2: Living sector 38:36

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This podcast explores delivering social value within the living sector, including through regeneration and impactful development. Speakers: •Jasmine Ceccarelli-Drewry, Director, Place Advisory & Social Impact, Avison Young•Katherine Hosea, Project Director, London Legacy Development Corporation•Carolyn Milligan, Partner, HSF Kramer •Gabrielle Coppa…

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Behind the Numbers: How to bounce back from a cyber attack 32:29

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In this episode, we discuss how prepared organisations really are for cyber attacks, what to do if and when your business is affected, and how to manage the communications challenges. We have a great case study from a company that suffered a cyber attack, with plenty of lessons about how to mitigate the impact on customers and return quickly to bus…

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The class actions landscape: US class actions 28:51

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In this podcast, we explore class actions procedures and trends in the US, and what similarities and differences there are with England and Wales. The episode is hosted by Alan Watts, a partner in our disputes team in London and joint head of our global class actions group. He is joined by two disputes partners in our New York office who have exten…

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Inside Safety (Australia) EP3: Directors' Duties - Part 1 20:55

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In part one of our Inside Safety podcast series exploring directors’ duties, Steve Bell, Aaron Anderson and Olga Klimczak delve into the evolving case law on responsibilities of officers under the Model Work Health and Safety laws and internationally. Through recent case law updates, the episode unpacks the key legal principles and explores the pra…

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Behind the Numbers: Dealing with uncertainty, and mental health 30:06

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We’re all navigating uncertainty right now. How can accountants manage it professionally and personally? Riaz Shah OBE, former EY Partner and Professor of Practice at Hult International Business School, breaks down the biggest factors affecting the profession at the moment, and how it might shape the role and future of accountants. Then Paul Guess,…

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Commercial litigation EP33: General update 24:28

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This is the 33rd episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts. In this episode we give updates on the anticipated pilot on public access to court documents, two consultations relating to class actions and high-volume claims, and the Singapore Convention on international mediated settlements. We also discuss a couple of recent Cour…

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Behind the Numbers: Should we compensate whistleblowers? 31:00

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Whistleblowing is a vital process but often fraught with far more risk and emotional upheaval than it should be. In Western Europe, 43% of all occupational fraud cases come to light thanks to whistleblowers. And it’s not just fraud: cases from poor health-and-safety practices to bad team management have all been righted thanks to people speaking ou…

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Public Law Podcast EP22: Back to school - wrap up of key developments 16:37

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In this "Back to school" edition of the public law podcast, Jasveer Randhawa is joined by HSF Kramer partners Nusrat Zar and James Wood. Together, they discuss recent developments in the duty to consult in the cases of Liberty and Possible (The 10:10 Foundation) before delving into human rights challenges in Shvidler and Wikimedia Foundation. To co…

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FSR Podcast: Demystifying FCA cryptoasset custody regulation 17:50

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Marina Reason and Chris Hurn discuss the FCA's proposals for regulating cryptoasset custody, set out in chapter 4 of consultation paper 25/14. This is our second podcast considering CP25/14: we unpacked the FCA's proposals on issuing qualifying stablecoins in our podcast "Decrypting the FCA stablecoin rules". We also examined CP25/15, the FCA's pro…

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Accountancy Insights: Kemi Badenoch on growth and the profession 23:20

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In this special episode of Accountancy Insights, we bring you a timely interview of Kemi Badenoch by ICAEW’s Chief Executive Alan Vallance who sat down with her after a speech she gave at Chartered Accountants’ Hall. Badenoch talked about tackling perennial long-term problems like productivity and smarter regulation. She spoke with feeling about he…

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Investigate 360: EP12 – What happens if… you are faced with a sanctions issue and need to investigate? 10:42

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Today we’re diving into a question that’s becoming increasingly relevant for corporates globally: What happens if …you’re faced with a sanctions issue and need to investigate? Join Partner Leon Chung, Senior Associate Cynthianna Yau and Solicitor Kayla Laird as they explore this frontline issue for legal and compliance teams to understand the sanct…

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Going for green in real estate sectors EP1: Logistics and MEES 19:07

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This podcast explores the impact of minimum energy efficiency standard (MEES) on commercial leases in the logistics sector, including rent review, lease renewals and dilapidation claims. Speakers: Julia Petrenko, Barrister, Falcon Chambers, Seb Taylor, Partner, HSF Kramer and Matthew Weal, Senior Associate, HSF Kramer…

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Accountancy Insights: Companies House update, scaling up smartly and the Next Generation ACA 34:09

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Accountancy Insights explores the month’s top stories in the profession. In this episode, we discuss the introduction of four statutory instruments to enforce Companies House reform, as well as the common mistakes to avoid when scaling up a business. We also cover the introduction and content of the Next Generation ACA qualification. Philippa Lamb …

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Banking Litigation Podcast EP55: Monthly Update – July/August 2025 22:25

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In this edition of our banking litigation podcast, we consider some recent cases that will be most relevant to in-house lawyers at banks and financial institutions. This episode is hosted by John Corrie, a partner in our banking litigation team, who is joined by Ceri Morgan and special guest Nic Patmore. You can find links to our blog posts on the …

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The Fraud Files EP10: Application of failure to prevent fraud to group structures 22:13

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In this last episode of the series, the Corporate Crime and Investigations team considers the application of the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence to complex group structures including in relation to parent companies and their subsidiaries (whether incorporated in the UK or overseas). Susannah Cogman, Eamon McCarthy-Keen, and Clara Browne examine se…

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Accountancy Insights: Can history teach us anything about digital money? 33:47

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In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we explore what the history of money can tell us about its future. Currency has been evolving for thousands of years, but the pace of change has now escalated with the introduction of online banking and digital currencies. We discuss the parallels between modern and historical advances in currency, and key les…

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The Fraud Files EP9: Financial Institutions 16:01

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This episode brings together our CCI and contentious regulatory teams to consider the impact of the Failure to Prevent Fraud offence on financial institutions. Jon Ford, Elizabeth Head and Ally Fitzgerald explore the risk areas that financial institutions may be exposed to as well as why financial institutions may be at an increased risk of enforce…

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Public M&A EP37: Panel Practice Statement on profit forecasts and synergy statements 29:52

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In this episode, we talk about Practice Statement 35, which the UK Takeover Panel published recently, on profit forecasts, synergy statements (referred to in the Takeover Code as quantified financial benefits statements or QFBSs) and connected investment research. Areas we discuss include: the regime in the Takeover Code for profit forecasts; how t…

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Accountancy Insights: Bonus episode - how to tackle late payments 23:16

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ICAEW’s Iain Wright hosts a conversation with Emma Jones CBE, the government’s newly appointed Small Business Commissioner, in this special episode of Accountancy Insights. Jones discusses the Small Business Plan, launched on 30 July, which introduces new measures to tackle late payments. Estimates place the cost of late payments to the UK economy …

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Inside IR (Australian Industrial Relations) EP29: Gender-based undervaluation and its impact on modern award rates of pay 25:50

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Join industrial relations partners Nick Ogilvie and Rohan Doyle on our latest episode of Inside IR where they unpack the latest developments in the Fair Work Commission’s assessment of gender undervaluation of wages, and explore the impact this is having on minimum award rates of pay. Over the last few years, the Commission has embarked on a compre…

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Inside Arbitration podcast: The Arbitration Act 2025 Special 12:27

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In this special episode of the Inside Arbitration podcast, Vanessa Naish, Liz Kantor and Andrew Cannon unpack the new Arbitration Act 2025, now in force across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Whether you're drafting clauses, navigating arbitration proceedings, or preparing for arbitrations claims in the English court, this episode breaks down…

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Inside Employment (Australia) EP4: Investigations, Part 2 28:55

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In part 2 of our investigations series, Tony Wood and Lucy Boyd sit down with Lisa Bradley, Principal of Papillon Consulting Group, to explore the realities of workplace investigations. Lisa shares her insights on emerging trends, including the rise of anonymous complaints, and breaks down the nuances between cultural reviews and investigations int…

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Commercial Litigation EP32: General update 22:20

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This is the 32nd episode of our series of commercial litigation update podcasts. In this episode we discuss recent judgments on privilege, litigation funding agreements, security for costs, the impact of sanctions on court orders and a couple of interesting contract law decisions, on good faith and contractual certainty, and an upcoming pilot on pu…

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Accountancy Insights: Inside the Post Office Inquiry and new mid-tier research 34:12

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In this episode, we discuss the findings of the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry’s first report, including lessons for other companies around culture and values. We also explore ICAEW’s latest research into mid-tier practices, covering the key drivers of growth and the biggest challenges ahead. Philippa Lamb is joined in the studio by Peter van Veen,…

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Public M&A EP36: Shareholder influence on M&A 17:32

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In this episode we talk about the influence we have seen shareholders have on recent transactions. Areas we discuss include shareholders: pushing for M&A influencing M&A, including through the use of irrevocable undertakings and stub equity looking to block deals; and being directly targeted for support by both targets and bidders. We also discuss …

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Insurance Bites EP4: Insurance considerations in light of tariff changes 10:57

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In this latest episode of Insurance Bites, Sarah McNally, Partner, and Sarah Irons, Knowledge Counsel, from the Insurance & Professional Risks team, explore the topical issue of tariffs and where corporates might find cover for some of the increased risks they face due to increased tariffs.By Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Podcasts

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Shareholder Activism EP5: Shareholder influence on M&A 17:32

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In this episode we talk about the influence we have seen shareholders have on recent transactions.Areas we discuss include shareholders:•pushing for M&A•influencing M&A, including through the use of irrevocable undertakings and stub equity•looking to block deals; and•being directly targeted for support by both targets and bidders.We also discuss th…

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FSR Brief EP8: Non-Financial Misconduct – more questions raised than answered? 30:52

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On 2 July 2025, the FCA published Consultation Paper 25/18, "Tackling non-financial misconduct in financial services", comprising both a Policy Statement and final rules, together with further consultation on the revised guidance proposed for the FCA Handbook. It has taken the FCA considerable time to reach this phase in the development of its NFM …

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Inside Employment (Australia) EP3: Investigations, Part 1 – What’s the fuss with whistleblowing investigations? 26:06

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In part one of our investigations double episode, we unpack the technical and legal dimensions of workplace investigations, with a spotlight on whistleblowing. Together, Tony Wood and Lucy Boyd explore how clients can navigate the complexities of internal complaints, regulatory obligations and reputational risks. They spend time discussing the over…

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Inside Safety (Australia) EP2: Spotlight on silica - Recent developments and trends 21:29

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In this episode of Inside Safety, presenters Nerida Jessup and Olga Klimczak examine the evolving legal and regulatory landscape surrounding silica exposure and the associated risk of silicosis. The episode offers timely insights into compliance, risk management, and health outcomes – particularly in high-risk sectors like manufacturing and mining.…

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Investigate 360: EP11 – What happens if one of your agents gives a bribe overseas? 17:46

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Following new amendments to Australian anti-bribery and corruption laws introduced in September 2024, HSF Kramer Partners Leon Chung, Tania Gray and Eunice Park delve further into the offence and what Australian corporates should do if they find themselves in a foreign bribery situation and practical steps organisations can take to address risks. W…

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Behind the numbers: Appraising Starmer’s Labour 42:06

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In this episode of Behind the Numbers, we discuss the hits and misses of the Labour government’s first year in power. While there have been some clear wins over the past 12 months, particularly on the international stage, domestic politics have felt far less controlled. Our panel evaluates the previous year, as well as suggesting where the governme…

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Public M&A EP35: Panel Practice Statement on unlisted share alternatives 9:48

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In this episode, we talk about Practice Statement 36 which has recently been published by the UK Takeover Panel on unlisted share alternatives. Topics we discuss include: what terms for an unlisted share alternative are acceptable, and what is not acceptable; what rights can be attached to the shares; and the disclosure required.…

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Accountancy Insights: Inside the Industrial Strategy and navigating VAT reform 37:48

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In this episode, we discuss the government’s new Industrial Strategy and, in particular, its sector plan for professional and business services with Iain Wright, ICAEW Chief Policy and Communications Officer. Iain is Chair of the Professional and Business Services Council, which has worked closely with government in devising the final plans. We als…

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Inside arbitration podcasts: Kevin Nash, Director General London Court of International Arbitration 26:25

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In this episode, Vanessa Naish and Liz Kantor are joined by their first external speaker, Kevin Nash, Director General of the London Court of International Arbitration. Kevin shares his vision for the future of the LCIA and what makes the LCIA unique, explores potential updates to its rules and offers his perspective on the vital role institutions …

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Inside IR (Australian Industrial Relations) EP 28: Unlocking Productivity – The Role of Industrial Relations 27:48

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In this episode of Inside IR, Rohan Doyle is joined by partners Anthony Wood and Wendy Fauvel to look ahead to the Federal Government's upcoming August 2025 Productivity Summit. Rohan, Tony and Wendy share what is known about the plans for the summit, and explore the all important question of what role industrial relations will play in improving th…

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Cross Examining Cyber EP18: Cross Examining Tamir Maltz 36:56

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In this episode, we cross examine Tamir Maltz, Barrister at 12 Wentworth Selborne Chambers, Sydney. It would be hard to argue that there is anyone more experienced in cyber injunctions in Australia than Tamir. With over 20 years of experience, Tamir provides strategic legal advice and robust representation to clients across a variety of sectors inc…

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CRTea EP7: The UK's new consumer protection regime: practical insights and commercial impact 21:26

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On 6 April 2025 the UK's new consumer protection regime came into force. The changes, introduced under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024, include a new direct enforcement regime for the CMA as well as a number of changes to the substantive law, aimed at improving and modernising consumer rights in order to ensure they keep pac…

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FSR Podcast: Decoding the FCA crypto capital rules 21:42

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Marina Reason and Rakshi Kiran examine FCA consultation paper 25/15, which proposes a brand-new prudential regime for cryptoasset firms, including rules on regulatory capital. This is the first sight of a dedicated prudential framework tailored specifically for crypto firms in the UK. CP25/15 is designed to be read alongside a related FCA consultat…

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Inside arbitration podcasts: "Reforming Arbitration: A Global Perspective" 26:58

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In this episode, Vanessa Naish and Liz Kantor are joined by Patricia Nacimiento, Laurence Franc-Menget, and Francis Greenway to explore recent and proposed reforms to arbitration laws in the UK, Germany, France, and Singapore. The discussion unpacks the motivations behind each jurisdiction’s legislative updates, highlights key proposals, and consid…

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FSR Brief EP7: Concluding the saga – changes to transparency in investigations and the enforcement guide 15:50

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On 3 June 2025, the FCA published PS25/5 which included the final version of its updated Enforcement Guide. In Episode 7 of the FSR Brief, Jon Ford and Michael Tan discuss the key changes to the FCA's approach to transparency in relation to investigations and the other changes to the Enforcement Guide, and how these may play out in practice. For an…

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On the Horizon EP14: June 2025 15:12

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A summary of the most material developments expected in the next 6-12 months which will be of relevance to UK listed companies.By Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Podcasts

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Corporate Governance Podcast: ICGN on corporate governance in the UK 27:32

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Interview with Jen Sisson, CEO of the International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN) on AGMs, corporate reporting and governance reform in 2025 Speakers: Gareth Sykes, Partner and Jen Sisson, CEO of The International Corporate Governance NetworkBy Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Podcasts

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Inside Employment (Australia) EP2: Policy Parallels – Industrial Relations and Immigration 28:42

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In our second episode of Inside Employment, we explore the evolving intersection between industrial relations and immigration law. As regulatory frameworks continue to shift, we’re seeing increasing crossover in the concepts and compliance expectations that govern both domains. Joining host Drew Pearson, Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, a…

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Public Law Podcast EP21: Judicial review procedure and AI 14:57

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In this edition of the Public Law podcast series, Andrew Lidbetter and Jasveer Randhawa explore implications of the growing role of AI in decision-making by public bodies and regulators.With AI being increasingly used to inform regulatory and public body decisions, Andrew and Jasveer outline how the current judicial review procedure operates in the…