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The Association for Financial Markets in Europe (AFME)

Welcome to AFME Voices, the podcast where we explore the latest regulatory and capital markets developments impacting wholesale capital markets.

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  • English

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  • #9
    May 26 · 37 min

    AFME Voices Live from EFI 2026: A discussion with Rodrigo Buenaventura, Secretary General, IOSCO

    In this live episode of AFME Voices, recorded at the European Financial Integration (EFI) 2026 conference, Rodrigo Buenaventura, Secretary General of International Organization of Securities Commissions, joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion on the outlook for global capital markets. The conversation explores the current environment for IPO activity and capital market development, the importance of supervisory convergence across jurisdictions, and the evolving priorities around financi

  • #8
    March 5 · 12 min

    Simplification and Competitiveness: Rethinking Europe’s Capital Markets Rulebook

    In this episode of AFME Voices, AFME's Chief Executive Officer, Adam Farkas, joins the podcast to discuss the growing momentum behind the EU’s regulatory simplification agenda. As policymakers increasingly focus on competitiveness and growth, the conversation explores what simplification means in practice for Europe’s capital markets and where the current framework may have become unnecessarily complex. The discussion considers how layers of regulation have accumulated over time, the potential

  • #7
    Nov 21, 2025 · 13 min

    Navigating Europe’s Digital Omnibus: Simplifying Cyber and AI Rules

    In this episode of AFME Voices, we explore Europe’s drive to simplify its AI and cyber regulatory landscape through the new Digital Omnibus Package. With regulatory complexity growing across the financial sector, we examine where simplification is most needed, the potential overlap between DORA and the Cyber Resilience Act, and the implications of a proposed single EU reporting hub.

  • #6
    Oct 3, 2025 · 11 min

    The Role of CSDs in Europe’s Financial Ecosystem

    In this episode of AFME Voices, we take a closer look at the role of Central Securities Depositories (CSDs) and their importance for Europe’s financial ecosystem. With Europe striving to enhance growth, competitiveness, and strategic autonomy, we explore how CSDs function today, what makes the European model distinct, and why this infrastructure is so vital to the region’s markets.

  • #5
    Aug 7, 2025 · 15 min

    One Year of UK Financial Services Policy: From Ballot Box to the Leeds Reforms

    In this episode of AFME Voices, we assess the UK Government’s progress on financial services reform, one year into its first term and eight months after the first Mansion House speech. With a focus on the Leeds Reforms, we explore how these proposals fit into the broader ambition to enhance competitiveness, streamline regulation, and drive long-term economic growth.

  • #3
    Apr 16, 2025 · 15 min

    Unlocking the Future of Capital Markets: The Rise of DLT and Tokenisation

    In this episode of AFME Voices, we explore the transformative potential of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) in capital markets. From increased efficiency and transparency to new opportunities in asset tokenisation, DLT is reshaping how financial institutions operate. But what’s driving adoption, and what challenges remain? Coco Chen, Associate Director, Technology & Operations, and Victoria Webster, Managing Director, Fixed Income, discuss key market developments, regulatory progress, and wha

  • #2
    Mar 5, 2025 · 17 min

    Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Financial Services

    In this episode of AFME Voices, host Elisabeth Mauguy is joined by Aman Luther, AFME’s AI Lead, and Matthew Harley, Manager of UK Advocacy, to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the financial services sector. We discuss the AI Opportunities Action Plan, its implications for financial institutions, and how AI adoption aligns with the UK’s broader economic strategy.

  • #1
    Feb 17, 2025 · 11 min

    Accelerating Settlement: The Impact of T+1

    In this AFME Voices episode, we explore the transition to T+1 settlement cycles, its impact on European markets, and what it means for market participants. Elisabeth Mauguy, AFME's Digital Content Manager, is joined by Pete Tomlinson, AFME's Managing Director of Equities Trading and Post Trade to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and regulatory approaches to this significant change.

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