AIMA - The Alternative Investment Management Association

We kicked off an incredible year in #Japan with a powerful workshop and panel discussion: AIは資産運用の夢を見るか？, the very first of its kind! A huge thank you to EY for hosting us at their stunning EY Wavespace venue in Tokyo. Our members had the unique opportunity to engage with top industry experts, including Kazuhiro Masaki (EY), Shinobu MIYATA (Langham Hall), Gen Uehara (Snowflake), and Mike Unglesbee (United Managers Japan), as they shared exclusive insights and first hand experience. Next up: don’t miss out on our upcoming session on 27 February, Navigating the Future: Domicile Decisions for the Investment Funds Sector in Japan, hosted by Ogier. We’ll be diving into cutting-edge fund solutions utilising Luxembourg and Cayman Fund Structures. See you there! Kanako Someya Michael Bugel Kher Sheng LEE (李可胜) Zandra Ang Kathy K. Lee Kwang Teo Michael Gallagher Odetta Ng #AIMAevents #AIMAAPAC #AlternativeInvestments #AI #PanelDiscussion #TopExperts #Networking #Japan #HumanConnections #ComeAndConnect 

AIMA welcomes the delay to the new Form PF compliance deadline. AIMA recently wrote the new Acting Chairs of the SEC and CFTC advocating for a reasonable delay to the compliance deadline for Form PF, among other priorities. We are therefore pleased that these agencies have now confirmed the deadline will move from 12 March 2025 to 12 June 2025.   Commenting on the decision by the SEC and CFTC, AIMA CEO Jack Inglis said: https://lnkd.in/ejaie7Bd   AIMA members can learn more about Form PF amendments, including an implementation guide, rule summaries, and webinar replays, here: https://lnkd.in/e6T8GGE2   #Regulation #FormPF #HedgeFunds #PrivateFunds #SEC #CFTC

AIMA supports European Commission’s plan to boost EU competitiveness.   AIMA welcomes today’s publication by the European Commission of the Competitiveness Compass https://lnkd.in/e33-Ycpi for the EU. As the Compass highlights, Europe must unlock investment, simplify regulation, and reduce administrative burdens in order to achieve its broader objectives of innovation, green transition and security. In particular, we welcome the emphasis on financing competitiveness, developing deeper and more liquid capital markets and making the European Savings and Investments Union a reality. Last month, AIMA wrote to Commissioner Maria Luís Albuquerque to express our support the European Commission’s focus on competitiveness and advocate for key regulatory reforms. AIMA's letter to the Commissioner highlights the below key priorities: 🔹 Securitisation reform – A more efficient framework to boost real economy financing 🔹 Burden reduction – Streamlining compliance rules to cut red tape for investment managers 🔹 Non-bank financial intermediation – Recognising private credit’s vital role in funding businesses 🔹 Sustainable finance – Aligning ESG reporting requirements with practical investment realities   We are pleased to see several of these items identified in the Competitiveness Compass and we look forward to working with the European Commission (and co-legislators) to help achieve these ambitions over the next 5 years. The alternative investment industry plays a crucial role in Europe’s economic future. By creating a more dynamic and investment-friendly regulatory environment, the EU can enhance growth, innovation, and financial resilience.   Read AIMA’s full recommendations here: https://lnkd.in/eQXsNEvY #alternativeinvestments #ESG #privatecredit #hedgefunds

This March, we celebrate 25 years of our global regulatory conference. We’re bringing together over 35 leading industry speakers for a packed agenda covering the most pressing policy issues shaping the alternative investment landscape. This is your chance to gain expert insights, engage in high-level discussions and connect with key decision-makers from across the globe. Kick off the event at our exclusive welcome reception the evening before, an invaluable opportunity to network with fellow attendees and AIMA members in a relaxed setting.   Check out the agenda and register here: https://lnkd.in/ef7dV5Xc #AIMAevents

AIMA welcomes Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott’s decision to investigate the challenges digital asset firms are facing with accessing basic banking services through an upcoming hearing. This decision follows AIMA's recent calls for action on banking challenges faced by the crypto industry and the publication of some of the first data illustrating the scale of the problem faced by crypto hedge fund managers. AIMA research found that in a survey of 160 crypto hedge funds, 75% reported issues with accessing or growing banking services for their funds. At the same time, none of the traditional alternative investment managers surveyed have lost or been denied banking services for their funds or management companies. The Senate Banking Committee will hold a hearing focused on de-banking on 5 February 2025. https://lnkd.in/eAMGuJkt #AlternativeInvestments #crypto #debanking

AIMA and the ACC have written directly to the Honorable Caroline Pham to congratulate her on assuming the role of Acting Chair of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission. The letter also outlines several short-term objectives that would immediately benefit the alternative investment industry and market confidence. These requests include: - Extending the compliance date for the pending amendments to Form PF until 12 September 2025 - Replacing “regulation via enforcement” with an approach that prosecutes bad actors while rewarding responsible innovators - Amending the Japan Securities Clearing Corporation’s Exemptive Order from registration as a Derivatives Clearing Organization AIMA and the ACC look forward to working productively with Chair Pham and the CFTC. Link to the full letter in the comments. 

Another brilliant edition of the AIMA & ACC's Private Credit Investor Forum has started! The sun is shining in Miami for the only dedicated private credit conference during the annual alternative investment week in Florida, and the room is full. Follow the Alternative Credit Council's page and stay tuned for more updates. #AIMAevents #PrivateCredit #Miami

Join AIMA in Dubai on 11 February for the AIMA Middle East Forum, where industry leaders will explore the latest trends and insights in alternative investments in the region. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with experts from across the region. Visit the event webpage to learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/ezYbwsnG We look forward to seeing you there.

The newly updated Guide to Sound Practices for Selecting and Periodically Assessing Prime Brokers is now available exclusively to AIMA members!   Created in collaboration with Marex, the guide offers enhanced insights into the due diligence and review process.   📥 Download your copy here: https://lnkd.in/ge2Gdakb

AIMA's CEO and Deputy CEO have written directly to acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda to acknowledge his accession to the head of the SEC and outline several short-term objectives that would immediately benefit the alternative investment industry and market confidence. In the letter, AIMA recommends the following actions be taken: 1 - Extend compliance timelines for the short sales rule 2 - Withdraw the Dealer Rule appeal 3 - Champion the establishment of a Crypto Task Force 4 - Provide additional time for Form PF compliance. AIMA has a positive and productive relationship with Mark Uyeda during his tenure as an SEC Commissioner, including hosting him at our APAC forum in October 2024, and we look forward to continuing a constructive dialogue. Read AIMA CEO Jack Inglis and Global Head of Government Affairs Jiri Krol's full letter here: https://lnkd.in/gaRu5xdK #alternativeinvestments #hedgefunds #shortsales #crypto #formpf #dealer #sec