Sidley Austin LLP’s fintech regulatory practice advises a broad client base, including established financial institutions, global payment providers, crypto platforms, and high-growth fintechs, working on the full range of legal and regulatory challenges affecting the fintech ecosystem. Leonard Ng, a leading partner on regulatory matters in areas between payments and regulated investment activities, including FX derivatives and tokenised financial instruments, leads the team. Rachpal K. Thind brings specialist knowledge in anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance. Max Savoie and Tanaan Quek departed the firm in April and September 2025 respectively.
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Rachpal K. Thind