Raoul Heinen
Raoul Heinen
Linklaters
Partner

Raoul joined Linklaters Luxembourg in 2012 and specialises in the structuring, setting up and distribution of a wide range of investment funds, with a particular focus on alternative investment funds investing in all major asset classes including real estate, debt, and infrastructure.

He has also gained deep knowledge of retail investment funds (notably UCITS) by advising major global asset managers on their multibillion Luxembourg flagship funds.

In parallel, Raoul advises global financial institutions on a variety of regulatory matters, notably licencing requirements, major financial services regulations (e.g. MiFID, AIFMD, PSD, AML), and Luxembourg regulatory aspects of acquisitions and group restructurings.

Raoul is part of several working groups of the Association of the Luxembourg Fund Industry (ALFI), including on fund distribution, MiFID 2 and FinTech, as well as of the European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA). He is also part of the Payments Forum and FinTech and Innovation Forum of the Luxembourg Bankers’ Association (ABBL).

Raoul is admitted to the Luxembourg Bar. He is fluent in English, German, French and Luxembourgish.

Speaking at

London
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
16.35 - 17.10
Operation transformation: the impact of digitalisation

As technology continues to advance, its applications in various industries, especially in banking and insurance, are transforming the landscape and significantly impacting asset management. This transformative shift, driven by groundbreaking technologies such as tokenization, artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain, is not just technological but also strategic, influencing the entire value chain and creating new business opportunities. These enhancements not only reduce operational costs but also open up new revenue streams and boost competitiveness. These innovations are redefining various aspects of business, finance, and everyday life, offering new opportunities and challenges. Let’s dive deep into how these technologies are shaping the future, with insights from experts in digitalisation.