ESG Investing: Preventing Greenwashing & Preparing for Regulatory Changes

ESG investing focuses on incorporating environmental, social, and governance principles into a fund’s investment strategy. These portfolios often consist of investments in assets that promote green energy, climate preservation, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, and equal access to opportunities. 

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SEC v. Jarkesy: Navigating Changes to the Regulatory Landscape

SEC v. Jarkesy: Navigating Changes to the Regulatory Landscape 

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Tech Planning for Proposed Rules

Erin Carey on 9/19/23 10:00 AM

In 2022, the SEC filed 760 enforcement actions, which was up 9% from 2021. They imposed a record-breaking $6.44 billion in monetary penalties, up 67% from 2021. These drastic increases are a result of the SEC ramping up enforcement efforts, charging steep penalties, and rewarding large sums to whistleblowers. As we all know, the consequences of compliance failures extend further than monetary penalties. These events can take a toll on your firm’s reputation and undermine employee morale.  

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How Artificial Intelligence Could Transform the Compliance Landscape

In 2023, Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we conduct business around the world.  As new technology emerges in the financial services industry, many professionals in the investment industry are wondering how this may change Compliance and Regulatory Technology.  While we may not know exactly what these changes will look like, we can make sure we are prepared and updated on changes in technology.

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Cryptocurrency and SEC Proposed Safeguarding Rule

SEC Proposes Changes to Current Custody Rule  

In February 2023, the SEC proposed expansive changes concerning Safeguarding Advisory Client Assets (Safeguarding Proposed Rule), which would amend rules around the custody of client funds or securities. Under Rule 206(4)-2, investment advisers must safeguard client funds and securities in their possession or where they have the authority to obtain control of them. The proposed rules would make broad and significant changes to the current custody rule, enhancing the role of custodians and increasing compliance burdens on advisory firms. 

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We work with asset managers on their Order Management (OMS), Compliance, Risk, Middle Office & Back Office Systems. We have helped firms from ~$5 billion AUM to >$2 trillion AUM streamline and enhance their current systems, find new systems and implement them, upgrade one or more areas of the trading workflow, and train their staff. 

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