If firms needed a resounding wake-up call regarding the importance of delivering newly required client relationship summaries (Form CRS) to retail investors in a timely manner, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has provided one.
A growing interest in funds focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) assets has prompted the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to see that investors are better informed regarding ESG-related risks. There just happens to be a difference in … Read More
The 1,700 market participants who heard new U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler’s remarks at the remote annual meeting of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) on May 20, 2021, came away with a clear vision for … Read More
Using technology has become a very integral part of today’s business services, especially in the financial industry. Due to the changes in both state and federal securities regulations over the last few years, the need for financial firms to have … Read More
On episode 87 of the CCO Buzz, we discuss the advantages of compliance technology with Core Compliance’s Managing Director of Consultation Services, Tina Mitchell.
On March 29, 2021, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) Division of Examinations (“EXAMS”) issued a Risk Alert citing frequent shortcomings found in compliance reviews of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) reporting at broker-dealer and mutual fund firms. Find the Risk … Read More
Often, when broker-dealers and investment advisory firms are sanctioned by the regulators, the question on everyone’s mind is: where was compliance? While most firms are required to have a designated Chief Compliance Officer (“CCO”), few have more than one compliance … Read More
As the new year begins, there is a great opportunity to enhance your firm’s compliance program and start the year off on a positive note. In this Risk Management Update, we will discuss several recommendations and best practices to consider … Read More
When the price of a much-publicized asset increases 296% as Bitcoin did in 2020, it’s bound to attract attention from institutional investors, the general public, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). After taking 10 years since its creation … Read More
On episode 82 of the CCO Buzz, our Senior Compliance Consultant joins us to discuss the importance of Compliance Training at any firm.