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- 3 days ago49 min
139. Can private capital help build a more climate resilient world?
In this episode of The Long-Short, hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol speak with Leslie Maasdorp, Chief Executive of British International Investment (BII), about the growing role of institutional investors in financing climate resilience. From blended finance and emerging markets to adaptation and long-term investment, they explore how public and private capital can work together to address one of the defining challenges of our time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago38 min
138. The UK is rewriting the rulebook for hedge funds
The FCA and HM Treasury have unveiled the biggest overhaul of UK rules for alternative investment managers since Brexit. From reporting and remuneration to risk management, the proposals could reshape how hedge funds, private credit managers and other alternative investment firms are regulated.What exactly is changing and why? In this episode, AIMA's Jennifer Wood, Global Head of Asset Management Regulation & Sound Practices, and James Hopegood, Director of Asset Management Regulation, explain the thinking behind the reforms, highlight the proposals that matter most, and discuss what firms should expect next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 24, 202638 min
137. From Korean hedge funds to quantum threats to Bitcoin, the conversations that stayed with us (Q2 2026)
What do Korean hedge funds, Hong Kong tax reform, football managers, SMAs and quantum computing have in common? They all featured in the conversations that The Long-Short hosts Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol couldn't stop talking about long after the microphones were put away. Peter Kim explains why hedge funds are gaining traction in South Korea and why investors are paying attention.Darren Bowdern discusses proposed changes that could transform Hong Kong's asset management industry.Kieran Maguire reveals why choosing the right football manager can be the ultimate source of alpha.Brandon Gill shares insights into the growing influence of separately managed accounts (SMAs).Bill Laboon explores a fascinating question: could quantum computing one day render Bitcoin vulnerable?Along the way, Tom and Drew reflect on the ideas, opportunities and risks that challenged conventional thinking throughout the quarter. Whether you're interested in hedge funds, asset management, institutional investing, football finance or emerging technology, this episode offers a fresh perspective on some of the most thought-provoking discussions from the past three months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 18, 202641 min
From the archive: Catastrophe bonds - where finance meets the forces of nature
This week, we're revisiting a standout episode from 2025 whose themes are even more relevant today. As climate change and El Niño-driven weather events continue to influence global catastrophe risks, Tom and Drew explore one of the most fascinating and fast-evolving areas of alternative investing: insurance-linked securities and catastrophe bonds, where finance meets the forces of nature. Joined by Tim Yip of ILS Advisers and Steve Smith of Maybole Capital, they explore how investors manage disaster risk, earn uncorrelated returns, and build resilience in a changing climate. Tune in as they unpack what lies ahead for this unique asset class as a new hurricane season approaches. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 10, 202642 min
136. Is quantum computing coming for crypto — and what happens next?
Quantum computing promises breakthroughs that could transform life as we know it – but what happens when the technology becomes powerful enough to crack the cryptography underpinning billions of dollars in digital assets?In this episode of The Long-Short, we speak with Bill Laboon, Vice President, Technical Operations at Web3 Foundation, to explore the looming collision between quantum computing and blockchain technology. They discuss why Google's plan to migrate to post-quantum cryptography by 2029 is a wake-up call, how advances in quantum computing could threaten cryptocurrencies, and why the transition to quantum-resistant systems presents both technical and social challenges.With large portions of Bitcoin and Ethereum potentially vulnerable, are investors and the crypto industry prepared for the next great technological shift? And how far away is the quantum threat really? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 2, 202644 min
135. A landmark moment for Hong Kong asset management industry
A major milestone for Hong Kong's asset management industry is now within reach. After more than six years of sustained advocacy, engagement and collaboration led by AIMA alongside industry leaders, long-awaited reforms to Hong Kong's carried interest and performance fee regimes are edging closer to reality.In this episode of The Long-Short Tom Kehoe and Drew Nicol are joined by Darren Bowdern, Head of Asset Management Tax, Hong Kong, KPMG China, to discuss these highly anticipated changes and what they could mean for asset managers, investors and Hong Kong's future as a leading global asset management hub.Together, they explore the industry's role in shaping the reforms, why they matter, and how they could further strengthen Hong Kong's competitiveness as one of the world's premier financial centres. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- May 27, 202651 min
134. What hedge fund allocators want in 2026: Inside AIMCo’s investment playbook
After a decade of relative stability, the investment landscape is changing fast. Higher interest rates, geopolitical fragmentation and persistent market volatility are forcing institutional investors to rethink how they allocate capital, construct portfolios and manage risk.In this episode of The Long-Short, we speak with Brandon Gill-New, Managing Director and Head of External Partnerships at the Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), one of Canada’s leading institutional investors.Gill-New sits at the centre of AIMCo’s relationships with external managers across public and private markets, giving her a rare perspective on how large asset owners are adapting to a far more uncertain investment environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- May 20, 202640 min
133. Why European distressed debt is back in focus
Europe’s credit markets are flashing mixed signals: some see a drought of opportunity, others see one of the richest hunting grounds in years. So, who’s right? Akshay Shah, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Kyma Capital, joins Tom and Drew to unpack why he believes today’s European distressed debt market offers one of the deepest and most durable opportunity sets in decades. Shah also explores what makes Europe’s credit markets so complex and inefficient compared with the US, how private credit is reshaping the landscape, and why the rule of law matters more to investors than many might think. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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