James Delaney

Managing Director, Asset Management Regulation  AIMA

James joined AIMA in May 2019 as Director of Asset Management Regulation. He leads the delivery of AIMA’s operational and policy work in the areas of technology and operations and he co-leads their work on digital assets which is overseen by the AIMA Digital Assets Working Group (DAWG). Prior to joining AIMA, he worked at a leading Brussels-based consultancy, offering strategic communications support to predominantly financial services clients before returning to the UK at the end of 2013, to join the Government Relations team at U.S. insurer MetLife. During his time at MetLife, he led on public policy and advocacy programmes across the EMEA region. He retains deep knowledge of EU and UK political and regulatory systems as well as a detailed understanding of financial regulation. He previously worked at the Industry & Parliament Trust, an organisation that works to promote the mutual understanding of Parliament and business and he holds a degree in Law (LLB Hons) from the University of Law.

Day 1 | 17th June

2:40 PM Prime Broker & Lending Interview: Evolution of prime brokerage in 2025: What is the value proposition of prime brokerage in the current market structure?

The role of prime brokerage is rapidly evolving to support the growing digital asset market. This session examines key advancements in 24/7 trading infrastructure, risk management, and secure custody solutions, alongside new partnerships reshaping the competitive landscape. We’ll also explore innovations in liquidity provision, margin management, collateral optimisation, as prime brokers drive broader market access and institutional adoption.

What technological advancements are required for 24/7 trading infrastructure, enhanced risk management strategies, and secure custody solutions?

Who are the key players and new partnerships that are transforming the prime broker offering to create a more competitive landscape?
What are the latest developments in liquidity provision, margin and collateral management, and how is broader market access being facilitated by prime brokers?
How are cryptocurrency custody, trading, and lending services evolving?

4:20 PM Custody Panel: The Future of Institutional-Grade Digital Asset Custody: How are the latest developments in institutional-grade security and custody solutions supporting digital asset trading and investing?

With rising demand for institutional-grade security and efficiency, market participants must balance innovation, compliance, and seamless integration with the broader market infrastructure. The SEC’s repeal of SAB 121 marks a major shift, allowing regulated banks to custody digital assets without punitive capital requirements. This change is set to boost institutional participation, market stability, and drive the development of innovative financial products

This panel will explore advances in custody, efforts to overcome key challenges, and institutional responses to evolving regulations. Speakers will also examine the global regulatory landscape and its impact on institutional adoption.

How are participants overcoming limitations in custody, such as scalability, interoperability, and security gaps?
How can liquidity providers, platforms, and custodians best connect to create a highly efficient, seamless market structure integration?
How are global regulatory frameworks influencing the adoption and evolution of custody solutions?
What does the repeal of SAB 121 mean for institutional participation in digital assets?

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