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FinCEN Delays AML Rule for Investment Advisers Until 2028, With Revisions Likely

August 28, 2025 No Comments

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has postponed its AML rule for investment advisers until 2028 and may revise key elements.

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SEC Phishing—What’s happening — Who’s being targeted

July 30, 2025 No Comments

SEC phishing scam targets small RIAs using fake emails from David Bottom. Learn how to spot red flags and protect your firm from pretexting attacks.

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The SEC Walks Back 14 proposals – But Stay Alert

June 23, 2025 No Comments

SEC withdraws 14 major rule proposals, signaling a regulatory shift—but firms shouldn’t assume reduced oversight.

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SEC Chair Paul Atkins Sets Pro-Innovation Tone in First Public Remarks

June 12, 2025 No Comments

SEC Chair Paul Atkins outlines a pro-innovation agenda, highlighting market access, fintech integration, and clearer crypto regulation.

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Top Compliance Program Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) (Part 3 of a three-part series)

May 28, 2025 No Comments

By addressing the common pitfalls discussed in this article, firms can strengthen their compliance infrastructure and better demonstrate their commitment to regulatory responsibility.

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Top Compliance Program Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) (Part 2 of a three-part series)

May 19, 2025 No Comments

Advisers often spend significant time drafting compliance manuals, but are these policies truly effective in daily operations and risk mitigation?

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Top Compliance Program Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) (Part 1 of a three-part series)

May 7, 2025 No Comments

In this first post of our three-part series on common compliance program mistakes, we explore why many firms fall into the trap of the “neglected compliance manual” and how to transform it into a relevant, firm-specific, and engaging resource.

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Regulatory Roundup for February and March 2025

April 7, 2025 No Comments

Stay informed with our February–March 2025 Regulatory Roundup, featuring practical insights on key SEC developments, including updates to the Marketing Rule, crypto regulation, and Rule 506(c) under Regulation D.

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Predictions for 2025: What Private Fund Advisers Can Expect from SEC Examinations

March 5, 2025 No Comments

Check out the latest trends we are seeing in SEC examinations for private fund managers, including a sharper focus on conflicts of interest, fee transparency, and compliance with evolving regulatory expectations.

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Regulatory Roundup for January 2025

January 31, 2025 No Comments

Welcome to our January 2025 Regulatory Roundup, where we provide practical advice on the latest regulatory headlines.

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