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ACA Group has acquired FINOP Consulting a firm specializing in financial and operations principal outsourcing for broker-dealers.

Financial services companies are rushing to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their operations, but many are doing so without adequate governance frameworks or testing procedures.

ACA Group, a leader in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) solutions within the financial services sector, has recently taken a significant step to enhance its international reach by acquiring Effecta Compliance Group.

The debate surrounding the acronym ESG has evolved from divisive to disappointing within the financial services sector.

Understanding the mindset of intermediaries is paramount for asset managers aiming to engage and collaborate with broker-dealers effectively. It's essential to grasp the key drivers behind their decision-making processes and identify critical contacts within their home offices. Such insights can highlight potential leverage points even before partnerships are forged.

As a firm prepares to launch a mutual fund, it's crucial to establish a solid distribution strategy. ACA Group, which offers governance, risk and compliance support, recently offered a guide for intermediary channels for mutual fund distribution. 

ACA Group, the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services, has proudly announced the appointment of Jean-Christophe Chandumont as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

The global RegTech sector is projected to reach a value of $66.9bn by 2032, growing at a 22.6% CAGR from 2023, according to a report from Allied Market Research. Given its size, it is evident that the market is full of various types of RegTech solutions all claiming to revolutionise the output of compliance teams. However, with so much noise in the market, finding the right solution is like finding a needle in a haystack. FinTech Global spoke to several RegTech providers for an insight into what to look for.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently made significant adjustments to its regulatory framework, introducing two pivotal rules, Rules 3a5-4 and 3a44-2, collectively known as the Final Rules.

In a recent post by ACA Group, the firm outlined the eight steps CCO's should take now to prepare for AI regulation.