William Hallatt is a partner in the Hong Kong office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher. He is co-chair of the firm’s Global Financial Regulatory group and head of the Asia-Pacific Financial Regulatory practice. His full-service financial services regulatory practice provides comprehensive contentious and advisory support as a trusted advisor to the world’s leading financial institutions. His clients include global investment banks, wholesale and retail banks, hedge funds, private wealth managers, investment managers, insurers, and major fintech firms.
Market Infrastructure
HKMA Turns Up the Heat, Announces Consultation on IBOR Transition
22/02/2019
The outcome of the HKMA and TMA consultation will be a turning point for financial services firms preparing for life after LIBOR, says international law firm Herbert Smith Freehills.
Enforcement
HKMA Endorses Benefits of Cooperation
07/09/2018
The HKMA’s guidance note expressly signals its desire to encourage and facilitate cooperation in investigations and enforcement proceedings, noting time, cost and resource savings for the regulator and institutions or individuals concerned.
AML / KYC
Regulation in the Age of Cryptocurrencies
02/05/2018
Blockchain technology is ushering in a new epoch of monetary oversight, creating opportunities and challenges for regulators in a world disrupted by the advent of cryptocurrencies.
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