15 Jul 2025

Podcast Episode 16: Regulatory Compliance – Mind the Gap: Divergence ahead for the SEC, UK & EU

This episode is part of the ongoing SBAI and Morgan Lewis Regulatory Compliance podcast series, co-hosted by Christine Ayako Schleppegrell, Partner at Morgan Lewis, and Brian Digney, Research and Content Director at the SBAI.

In this episode, the discussion covers:

  • The SEC’s new leadership under Chair Paul Atkins and what his appointments and early decisions signal for enforcement and rulemaking. - The retailisation of private funds in the US and how it could open up the asset class to a broader base of investors.
  • Key developments in outbound investment restrictions from the US, including the recently enacted programme targeting investments in countries of concern such as China, Hong Kong, and Macau.
  • Practical guidance for managers and allocators on navigating outbound investment compliance obligations.
  • The UK’s proposed divergence from EU regulations with a restructured approach to AIFMD and what this might mean for UK-based fund managers and international investors. 
  • How the FCA and UK Government aim to strike a balance between innovation, growth, and regulatory alignment with global standards.

 

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