The LathamTECH Podcast

Stablecoins — digital assets designed to maintain a stable value by pegging them to a reserve of assets — can serve as a crucial bridge between traditional finance and the digital economy. As these digital assets continue to evolve, they are poised to play a significant role in shaping the future of global finance, offering new opportunities for innovation and efficiency. At the same time, regulatory frameworks across regions continue to evolve to accommodate stablecoins' unique characteristics and

The rise in tokenization is transforming the financial landscape, allowing for more efficient and accessible transactions. Differing regulatory regimes across regions, however, shape how companies can approach and implement tokenized financial instruments. In the EU and UK, regulatory frameworks are evolving to accommodate innovative tokenized structures, focusing on compliance and integration within existing financial systems. Meanwhile, the US has grappled with regulatory challenges as it seeks to

As the technology industry continues to evolve, acquihires have emerged as a strategic tool for companies seeking to acquire top talent without the complexities of traditional acquisitions. Like with any transaction model, however, acquihires come with their own set of challenges and potential pitfalls that companies must navigate to ensure successful outcomes. In this episode of The LathamTECH Podcast, Tessa Bernhardt, a partner in Latham’s M&A and Private Equity practice, and Greg Roussel, a

The US has long been the focal point for tech companies that want to develop next-generation products — and attract the funding and talent needed for global success. Over the years though London has emerged as another leading global hub for emerging technologies, offering unique access to markets in Europe and the Middle East, and to expertise that tech companies require as they seek investments and user bases around the world. From AI and defense tech to fintech and video games, London continues to

As 2025 began, the tech industry anticipated that regulators in the US, EU, and beyond may adopt a more business-friendly approach to antitrust, potentially easing the scrutiny on M&A activities. Opportunities certainly exist to get deals done, but antitrust remains a challenging and complex regulatory environment, for tech companies in particular. In this episode of The LathamTECH Podcast, Kelly Fayne and Tessa Bernhardt, partners in Latham’s Antitrust and M&A practices, discuss the current and

The global fintech industry finds itself experiencing a sea change. The US seems on the cusp of regulatory changes, as the Securities and Exchange Commission shifts its attitude toward digital assets under a new administration; across the pond, the EU recently introduced its new Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation to streamline the adoption of blockchain technology. With different enforcement postures worldwide, many fintech companies remain in a holding pattern to see how these developments will

The trend of RSU (Restricted Stock Units) participation in secondary markets is transforming how private tech companies manage employee equity. As companies remain private for longer, the need for employee liquidity options grows, prompting a focus on double trigger RSUs and their tax implications. This shift challenges companies to balance talent retention with legal and financial considerations, offering a glimpse into the future of employee equity and corporate growth strategies. In this episode